German & English · Online‑first (max. 2 on‑site sessions) · 2–4 years · Start windows: February / September
Doctoral placement – with 1:1 dissertation coaching that fits your topic.
Ascendius AG is built for founders, partners, board members and senior professionals. We facilitate a suitable doctoral route and support you in parallel with individualized 1:1 coaching. Focus: publications, methodology/stats, quality checks, exam & defense prep — no nonsense.
No ghostwriting. We coach structure, methodology, publication strategy, quality checks and defense prep — the academic work remains yours.
Four packages — built as a product ladder.
Start lean and upgrade along the real phases: publication → dissertation → exams/defense. Upgrades are possible anytime and fairly credited.
Starter
For a strong start (publication + method fundamentals). Pricing after the intro call (fixed offer).
- Publication coaching (Scopus / Web of Science standard)
- Structure, argument, red thread, timeline
- Legal tools: literature, citation, statistics, document management
- Literature research & source criticism
- Citation style & reference management
- Journal/document fit
Bronze
For submissions that must become truly submission‑ready. Pricing after the intro call (fixed offer).
- Everything in Starter
- Writing support + quality loops (style/logic)
- Plagiarism check of the paper (before submission)
- Support through submission/acceptance incl. resubmissions
- Conference deck (PPT) + storyline
Silver Recommended
For predictable dissertation progress. Pricing after the intro call (fixed offer).
- Everything in Bronze
- Methodology coaching + stats plan (analysis concept)
- Questionnaires (if needed): design, quality criteria, pretest
- Project steering: next steps, blockers, priorities
- Process supervisor feedback cleanly
Gold
Maximum safety through defense. Pricing after the intro call (fixed offer).
- Everything in Silver
- Methodology & stats until results are robust
- Revisions after supervisor/committee feedback
- Exam & defense training + full rehearsal
- Final language edit + plagiarism check
- Defense deck + performance coaching
Product ladder (that makes sense)
People don’t buy “more service” — they buy “the next phase safely passed”:
- Phase 1: set up a strong publication (Starter)
- Phase 2: make it submission‑ready (Bronze)
- Phase 3: drive dissertation progress (Silver)
- Phase 4: win exams & defense (Gold)
Optional add‑ons: stats sprint, questionnaire sprint, plagiarism checks, PPT deck.
Package comparison
| Feature | Starter | Bronze | Silver | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:1 topic‑specific coaching | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Publication strategy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Language/logic quality loops | — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Plagiarism check | — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Methodology & statistics | Optional | — | Yes | Yes |
| Questionnaires | Optional | — | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly sessions | — | — | Optional | Yes |
| Exam/defense prep | — | — | Optional | Yes |
Fields
Interdisciplinary topics can work. What matters: faculty fit, methodology fit and clean supervision potential.
Management & Business
Organization, strategy, leadership, entrepreneurship.
Economics & Finance
Finance, accounting, economics, risk & markets.
Law
Legal studies, governance, compliance.
Engineering
Engineering, systems, applied research.
Math & CS
Data, AI, quantitative methods.
Natural Sciences
Lab, field, theory — depending on faculty.
Medicine & Pharmacy
Healthcare research, pharma, public health.
Social & Health
Social research, psychology, health systems.
Humanities
Languages, philosophy, culture.
Education / Family Sciences
Education, pedagogy, family studies.
Health Care
Healthcare management & services.
More on request
If it makes sense, we find the right fit.
Process in 6 steps
Structured, predictable, minimal on‑site time. Start windows are often Feb or Sep (program dependent).
1. Intro call & eligibility check
Goal, starting point, documents, options, time budget and risks. Then you get a clear recommendation.
2. Refine the topic & ensure fit
You can propose your topic. We refine it so method, literature and faculty requirements match.
3. Prepare documents & admission
Organize documents, clarify requirements, prep submission. Admission decisions are made by the university.
4. Program support (2–4 years)
Program elements + Ascendius 1:1 coaching. Focus: progress, quality, decisions.
5. Publication & submission
Often at least one publication is required; prior publications may be credited depending on rules.
6. Exams / defense
Mock defense, Q&A, slides, performance.
What this means for you
- Max two on‑site sessions; otherwise online.
- Dissertation length depends on quality and justification — not page counting.
- If you already have drafts, they can be integrated and improved (subject to university rules).
Admission and formal process are determined by the partner university. We facilitate and coach — academic decisions remain with the university.
Discretion & executive format
Built for founders, partners, board members and senior profiles: time is limited, reputation matters, communication must be sharp.
Discreet
Confidential collaboration. No public “communities” as the core delivery.
1:1 over courses
Every session is anchored in your topic, university requirements and your time budget.
Quality focus
High‑level publication, clean methodology/stats, review loops, exam & defense training.
Legal
No ghostwriting. Coaching and reviews — the academic work remains yours.
FAQ
Do you do ghostwriting?
No. We coach, review and train — we do not write for you.
Can I start with existing work?
If drafts/exposé/publications exist, they can be integrated and improved (subject to university rules).
German or English?
Both. Formal requirements depend on the university.
How much on‑site time?
In many setups: max two sessions — the rest is online.
Contact
Send 6–8 sentences about your status (topic, field, existing work). We’ll reply with a clear next step.
Direct contact
For discretion and clean process: first contact via email or form.
Email: admin@ascendius.ch
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