Finish Your Doctorate With the Dissertation Completion Pathway
You've invested years of coursework and research — don't let your doctorate remain unfinished. EIM's DCP gives you the supervision, structure, and flexibility to cross the finish line.
For ABD Candidates
Why are so many doctoral candidates stuck at the dissertation stage?
Life changes, career demands, research challenges, or a lack of guidance — the reasons doctoral candidates stall are as individual as the candidates themselves. Many have completed all coursework and passed their comprehensive exams, yet the final dissertation remains unwritten.
If you recognise yourself in this description, you're not alone. The term All But Dissertation (ABD) describes thousands of candidates worldwide who need the right support to complete what they started.
How does the Dissertation Completion Pathway work?
EIM's DCP is a structured yet flexible route back to your doctorate. The programme evaluates where you left off, recognises your prior learning, and builds a personalised completion plan around your current life.
The process follows five clear steps: submit your transcript and dissertation status report, receive your credit transfer evaluation, get matched with a dissertation committee, select your study model, and graduate with your doctoral degree.
You only pay for the courses and services you actually use. No hidden costs, no pre-payments, no long-term commitments.
Who qualifies for the Dissertation Completion Pathway?
The DCP is designed for candidates who have completed substantial coursework in a doctoral programme — in management or a related field — at any international university, but have not submitted their final dissertation.
You should have passed comprehensive exams or equivalent milestones and be seeking a flexible, supervised route to completion while maintaining your professional commitments.
EIM performs a personalised review of submitted transcripts, research progress, and academic output. The institute reserves the right to verify and approve recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer according to internal academic standards.
Don't Let Your Doctorate Remain Unfinished
You've already done the hard work. EIM's Dissertation Completion Pathway provides the supervision, structure, and flexibility you need to finally earn your doctoral degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Dissertation Completion Pathway at the European Institute of Management (EIM) is designed for doctoral candidates who have completed substantial coursework at any international university but have not yet submitted their final dissertation. Often referred to as All But Dissertation (ABD) candidates, they may have stalled due to life changes, career demands, research challenges, or inadequate supervision.
EIM evaluates your prior learning and creates a personalised plan so you only complete what's necessary to earn your degree.
When you apply, EIM performs a detailed review of your transcripts, research progress, and academic output. Prior coursework and research milestones are assessed against EIM's programme requirements. Recognised modules reduce your remaining workload — and your cost.
The Dissertation Completion Pathway operates on a pay-what-you-use model: you only pay for the courses and supervision services you actually need. There are no hidden fees, upfront packages, or long-term commitments.
Yes. EIM is licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), Licence Number 2022-004. Malta is a member of both the European Union and the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), ensuring that your degree is internationally recognised and academically portable.
This recognition is valuable whether you plan to teach, publish, or apply for senior positions in research or higher education globally.
Absolutely. The programme is delivered entirely online, combining asynchronous study materials with synchronous tutorials and seminars. You choose between full-time and part-time study, and new cohorts begin at the start of each term.
EIM's flexible scheduling means you don't need to pause your career or relocate. The programme adapts to your life.
EIM matches each DCP candidate with an experienced dissertation committee. Your committee guides you through every stage: from prospectus development to the research proposal, through data collection and analysis, to the final dissertation defence.
You also receive one-on-one mentoring sessions, Oxford-style small-group tutorials, and dedicated support for academic journal publication. The goal is not just completion, but producing research that contributes to your field.
The process is straightforward. Submit your doctoral transcript, a dissertation status report, and your CV. EIM's academic team evaluates your prior work, determines how many credits transfer, and develops a personalised programme plan.
You then select your preferred time model — full-time or part-time — and begin your completion journey. To get started, register your interest or book a free consultation.
A PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) focuses on advancing theoretical knowledge through original academic research. A DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) applies research methods to solve practical business problems. Both are doctoral-level qualifications at EQF Level 8.
The DCP can support completion of either track, depending on your original programme. During your evaluation, EIM determines the best pathway based on your prior coursework and research direction.
Book a free consultation directly through EIM's online calendar. During the call, you'll discuss your individual situation, review your options, and receive guidance on the best next steps.
Alternatively, reach EIM by phone or WhatsApp at +49 172 430 1106, or email info@eim.education.