Admission for PhD programmes in the specialisations "Management" (08.00.13) and "Econometrics and Statistics" (08.00.06) at the Graduate School of the Westminster International University in Tashkent is open from September 15, 2026. Submission of documents will continue until October 15, 2026.

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Admission and study requirements for PhD programmes are based on the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. 304 dated 05/22/2017 " On measures to further improve the system of post-graduate education". 

All documents need to be submitted online through the https://daraja.ilmiy.uz platform.

For more information, do not hesitate to visit our website https://science.wiut.uz/ or contact us via phone  (+998 71) 238 74 15, (+998 71) 238 74 62.

On September 23, 2026, the Westminster School of Business (WBS) hosted a research colloquium featuring Mukhlisa Khamidova, PhD Candidate. She presented her study titled, "Institutional Competitiveness and Global Rankings: Governance Challenges for Uzbek Universities."

The research examines the growing role of global university rankings as governance tools that influence the strategic behaviour, resource allocation, and reputational competition of higher education institutions worldwide. The study focuses on major international ranking systems, including the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, and QS World University Rankings, and considers how these rankings have become important indicators of institutional and national competitiveness in higher education.

Particular attention is given to the Uzbek higher education context, where global rankings can influence university strategies, institutional priorities, and perceptions of international competitiveness. The research explores the governance challenges associated with improving ranking performance and examines the implications of ranking systems for universities in emerging and transition economies.

Following the presentation, Mukhlisa received valuable recommendations and feedback from academic staff members to further strengthen her research. 

On September 18, 2026, a Scientific Seminar was held for the discussion of a dissertation in the specialty of Management.

Independent researcher Sherzodbek Dadaboyev presented his dissertation on "Ethical Challenges in Corporate Governance: Identification and Remediation" to pursue a DSc degree in Management. The research focused on identifying and addressing ethical challenges in corporate governance, contributing to a better understanding of effective mechanisms for strengthening ethical practices and improving corporate governance.

The dissertation was supervised by Ass. Prof. Sardor A’zam. The reviewers were Prof. Farkhod Karimov and Dr. Martin Yong Ho Hyun.

Based on the outcomes of the seminar and its adherence to academic requirements, the dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage toward defense in accordance with SAC requirements. 

On September 17, 2026, an Interdepartmental Research Colloquium was held for the discussion of a doctoral dissertation in the specialty of Econometrics and Statistics.

Independent researcher Indira Khadjiyeva presented her dissertation on "Econometric Modelling of Factors Affecting the Quality of Secondary Education" to pursue a PhD degree in Econometrics and Statistics. The research focused on the econometric modelling of factors affecting the quality of secondary education, providing an analytical basis for understanding the key determinants of educational quality.

The dissertation was supervised by Dr Sardor Azam. The reviewers were Dr Kamrul Hasan and Dr Olmas Isakov. Based on the outcomes of the colloquium and the feedback provided by the reviewers and participants, the dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage toward defense in accordance with SAC requirements. 

On September 16, 2026, the Westminster School of Business (WBS) hosted a research colloquium featuring Andrey Artemenkov. He presented his study titled, "Input-output Tables for UZB: How Can They Be Used."

The research provided an overview of input-output tables for Uzbekistan's national economy and explored their application in analyzing price and quantity shocks across different sectors of the economy. Particular attention was given to value-added factors associated with pension contributions, as well as technological and environmental shocks related to the energy sector.

The study highlighted the importance of input-output tables as a source of structural information on the national economy and their complementarity with statistical-based sectoral research. The colloquium also demonstrated the application of Leontief price and quantity models using Excel and Stata, illustrating how these analytical tools can support applied research across a range of sectoral areas.

Following the presentation, Andrey received valuable recommendations and feedback from academic staff members to further develop the application of input-output modelling in publishable-quality applied research. 

On September 3, 2026, a Scientific Seminar was held for the discussion of a dissertation in the specialty of Econometrics and Statistics.

PhD candidate in Management Sarvinoz Mamadjonova presented her dissertation on "Econometric Analysis of Gender Differences in Environmental Decision-Making" to pursue PhD degree in Econometrics and Statistics. The research provided a comprehensive econometric investigation of gender differences in environmental decision-making, examining the factors that influence environmental decision-making and contributing to a better understanding of gender-related differences in environmental choices.

The dissertation was supervised by Dr Sardor Azam. The reviewers were Dr Bilal Memon and Dr Hamid Waqas.

Based on the outcomes of the seminar and the feedback provided by the reviewers, the dissertation was recommended for revision and resubmission in accordance with the academic requirements. 

On June 29, 2026, the Graduate School (Research) hosted the Interdepartmental Research Colloquium for the discussion of the doctoral dissertation prepared by independent researcher Dr. Sherzodbek Dadaboyev, submitted towards the Doctor of Science (DSc) degree in Management.

Dr. Dadaboyev presented his dissertation titled "Ethical Challenges in Corporate Governance: Identification and Remediation," supervised by Dr. Sardor Azam. The research examines pressing ethical dilemmas in corporate governance and proposes frameworks for identifying and addressing these challenges. The presentation was followed by a constructive Q&A session, during which colloquium members offered valuable feedback, questions, and recommendations to further strengthen the work.

The Graduate School extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Dadaboyev for his insightful presentation and to all faculty members and researchers who participated, ensuring a productive academic dialogue. Following an engaged review and Q&A session, the dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage toward defense in accordance with SAC requirements.

On June 24, 2026, Graduate school (Research) hosted an Interdepartmental Research Colloquium featuring independent researcher Nasiba Mukhtorova, who presented her dissertation titled, "Tourism Sector Development Through Smart Tourism Management."

The research explored how smart tourism management approaches can enhance the development of the tourism sector, examining the integration of digital technologies, data-driven decision-making, and innovative management practices to improve tourist experiences and destination competitiveness. The study offered valuable insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders in Uzbekistan's growing tourism sector.

The dissertation was supervised by Professor Zohid Askarov.

The colloquium provided a constructive platform for scholarly feedback and discussion. Following an engaged review and Q&A session, the dissertation was recommended to proceed to the next stage toward defense in accordance with SAC requirements.