Application for AIB-CIBER Doctoral Academy

AIB-CIBER Doctoral Academy

Academy of International Business
667 N Shaw Ln, Suite 413 | Eppley Center | East Lansing, MI 48824 | USA

programs@aib.msu.edu

https://acda.aib.world/
Application for AIB-CIBER Doctoral Academy

Welcome to the AIB-CIBER Doctoral Academy Application Portal. Please complete all required fields and upload the supporting documents listed below. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All submitted materials must be in English. The application deadline is August 15, 2026.
Personal Information
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Academic Information
Which University are you attending to obtain your PhD Degree?
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How many years have you completed in your PhD program?
What is the projected year of completing you PhD degree?
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Name of Program Director:

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Please upload the following documents to complete your application:
Statement of Purpose (motivation letter) explaining why you are interested in the program and how earning the certificate can develop your scholarly career. It should be concise and no more than two pages when formatted in Times New Roman 12-point font with 1-inch margins and single line spacing.

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Letter of Recommendation from Advisor/Supervisor or Program Director.

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Submit a 3-5 minute-long video in English introducing yourself and discussing academic research interests.

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Transcript or Proof of Doctoral Enrollment: Please upload an unofficial transcript showing your completed doctoral coursework to date, or a document from your institution confirming your current enrollment in a doctoral program.

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An academic CV (including education and degrees awarded, other education and training, qualifications and skills, current position, previous work experience, research merits, awards, prizes and honors, and doctoral-level courses and any international conferences attended).

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How did you hear about the AIB-CIBER Doctoral Academy?
Funding Plan

While program fees are set annually, a limited number of partial scholarships may be awarded based on academic merit and financial need. Please complete this section if you would like to be considered for financial support.
How do you plan to cover the program fee if admitted? Please note: admission decisions are made independently of funding arrangements.

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Application for AIB-CIBER Doctoral Academy

Personal Information

Biographical Information

Citizenship Information

Academic Information

Please upload the following documents to complete your application:

Funding Plan