Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD — Study Online from Ernakulam, India

From the vibrant commercial heart of Ernakulam, you can step confidently into a global research community by joining the Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD. Imagine refining your inquiry, sharpening your methodology, and elevating your voice in your field—all while continuing your life and work in Ernakulam, with the world’s stage at your fingertips.

Delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Gloucestershire and Robert Kennedy College, this programme pairs academic rigor with modern online delivery. It is designed for ambitious professionals who want to translate ideas into impactful research and leadership. The theory and tools you learn are portable, relevant, and applicable internationally, empowering you to influence decisions and drive innovation across sectors and borders.

Awarded a British Degree, Recognised Internationally

A British degree signals quality, credibility, and a tradition of scholarship. As a graduate, your credentials carry weight with universities, employers, and research bodies around the world. This recognition can open doors to new roles, collaborations, and conferences, while strengthening your authority in policy discussions, boardrooms, and peer-reviewed circles.

With a British qualification, your work resonates beyond any single market. Whether you publish, consult, or lead organisational change, the prestige of the award amplifies your influence and showcases your commitment to rigorous, ethical research practice.

Complete 100% Online in as Little as 3–6 Months

Move from ambition to achievement swiftly. The programme can be completed 100% online in as little as 3–6 months, enabling you to accelerate your professional trajectory without pausing your life or career. Every week invested brings you closer to a tangible credential that validates your research capability.

This accelerated path is set up to reward focus and discipline. With clear milestones and dedicated academic guidance, you can build momentum, maintain quality, and reach the finish line efficiently—all while gaining skills you can immediately apply in your day-to-day work.

No Required Online Presence at Specific Times

Schedule control is power. The programme does not require online presence at specific times and dates, giving you the freedom to study when you are most productive. Night owl or early riser, you can pace your learning around your work commitments and personal responsibilities.

Asynchronous delivery means you never have to miss a family moment, client meeting, or community event. You choose when to watch lectures, review materials, and contribute to discussions—and you progress without compromising your routine.

Study Anywhere—Even Offline with Our Mobile App

Whether you’re at home in Ernakulam, commuting across Kochi, or traveling for business, you can study from anywhere in the world. Stay connected to your learning journey wherever you are.

Our mobile app allows you to download study material and watch lectures offline. Even on the move, you can read, annotate, and think deeply without worrying about connectivity. This portability ensures your research momentum never stalls.

Open-Book Assessments that Mirror Real Practice

We use open-book assessments instead of classical question/answer exams. This approach reflects how research is conducted in the real world: you consult sources, synthesise information, and build arguments grounded in evidence.

Open-book formats encourage critical thinking, transparency, and ethical citation. They reward your ability to frame problems, test assumptions, and articulate solutions—capabilities that employers and peer communities value far more than memorised facts.

Guided by Faculty Educated at World-Renowned Universities

Your mentors matter. Our tutors and faculty include graduates of world-renowned universities like Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. They understand the standards of top-tier scholarship and the practical demands of applied research.

Beyond instruction, you gain access to seasoned thinkers who can challenge your ideas, refine your methodology, and help you transform insights into impactful contributions. Their feedback accelerates your growth and strengthens your scholarly voice.

A Diverse Global Community Across 130+ Countries

Research thrives on diversity. You will learn alongside peers from more than 130 countries, expanding your network and your perspective. This mosaic of cultures, industries, and experiences enriches every discussion and widens the horizons of your own work.

Our alumni community includes professionals working for international organisations like Accenture, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony. These connections illuminate global career pathways and spark collaborations that transcend borders.

Flexible Payments that Fit Your Plan

Education should be a springboard, not a strain. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, making it easier to invest in your future while maintaining day-to-day financial stability.

This simple, predictable structure helps you budget with confidence and focus on what matters most: advancing your research, your career, and your impact.

Why This Programme Matters in Ernakulam, India

Ernakulam stands at the crossroads of technology, commerce, and culture. With a thriving IT and startup ecosystem anchored by nearby hubs such as Infopark and ongoing innovation across the Kochi urban corridor, professionals equipped with advanced research skills can shape strategy in data science, product leadership, cybersecurity governance, and digital policy. The programme prepares you to frame complex problems, design robust studies, and translate findings into decisions that drive growth and resilience.

As a gateway to international trade through the Cochin Port and a manufacturing and logistics nexus, the region rewards evidence-based leadership. Graduates can apply advanced research to supply-chain optimisation, maritime logistics, sustainable operations, risk modelling, and policy recommendations that support modernization and green transitions. Your research can inform container throughput strategies, warehousing efficiencies, and stakeholder coordination across public and private actors.

Healthcare, education, tourism, and environmental stewardship also define Ernakulam’s opportunity landscape. From hospital networks and medtech ventures to destination management and climate resilience, your research can guide service innovation, patient outcomes, visitor experience design, and sustainability initiatives. By aligning rigorous methods with real-world priorities, you can help organisations in Ernakulam make smarter, future-ready choices.

Start Where You Are, Go Anywhere

Your next chapter doesn’t require relocation or career interruption. Bring your questions, your ambition, and your Ernakulam perspective—and take your research to the world. Request our course catalogue to explore modules, schedules, and how this programme can accelerate your trajectory.