ASEM is a recognized leader in the field of economic studies and researches in the Republic of Moldova. ASEM encourage STUDENTS to think independently, creatively and critically. STUDENTS will develop ability to question the status quo by accessing information, seeking new perspectives and coming up with well-informed opinions.

ASEM is proud to welcome students from all over the world. ASEM strives to achieve dynamic studies in a multicultural environment through promoting difference, creativity and freedom of expression.

Bachelor programmes

• Business Management and Administration
• Law
• Marketing and Logistics
• World Economy and International Economic Relations
• Hotel, Tourism and Leisure
• Finance and Banks
• Public Food Technology and Management
• Accounting
• General Economy
• Information Technology
• Double Degree Programs with Romanian Universities
• Applied Informatics

Master programmes

• Business Administration (MBA)
• Finance and Banking Administration
• Finance and Informational Technologies
• Marketing Management
• Tourism Management and Development
• International Transactions and Economic Diplomacy
• Information System Security
• Project Management
• Technology and Management of Public Food and Agri-Tourism
• Information Technologies in Economics
• Economic Integration and International European Affairs

Doctorate (PhD)

The admission contest is attended by citizens of the Republic of Moldova who hold a Master’s degree or equivalent, with a general average of not less than 8.0 and the grade of the specialized exam not less than 9.

The conditions of admission and education for foreign citizens and stateless persons are the same as for the citizens of the Republic of Moldova. The admission is based on interstate agreements or on the basis of individual contracts, with the agreement of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Moldova.

Candidates have the right to join the admission contest for a single doctoral program.

To apply for a PhD, the candidate presents the application form. Incomplete files are not accepted for sign-up. After the enrollment period, the scientific specialty and the educational form can not be changed!

Registration of candidates for admissions is done centrally, at 690 B. For all activities related to admission, the physical presence of the candidate is mandatory.

Mission and vision

The main objective of the Scientific Research Program (SRP) is the elaboration of the PhD thesis. This program is carried out within the departments of the faculty, and the actual researches can be carried out in the specialized scientific laboratories, ASEM’s Economic Research Institute and other subdivisions.

Content of SRP

• Elaboration of the scientific research project
• Elaboration, each year, of 1 scientific paper on the topic of doctoral thesis.
• Participation in national and international scientific conferences / symposiums
• Publication of research results in scientific journals recognized at national and international level.
• Elaboration of doctoral thesis.

 For foreign PhD students, the research reports and the PhD thesis may be elaborated in an international language, the thesis being also summery published in Romanian.

Foreign citizens wishing to apply for studies to the Academy of Economic Studies in Moldova must submit to the ASEM International Relations Office in electronic format, the following set of documents:

1. Application form for admission provided by ASEM;
2. Declaration form from ASEM admission;
3. A certified copy of the national passport with a validity period of at least one and a half years (1 year and 6 months);
4. Certified copy of the Diploma of the most recent graduate program offering the right to be admitted to the next level of study; The diploma must have an Apostille;
5. The certificate issued by the Ministry of Education of the country that issued the educational document must include:

• • confirmation of the authenticity of the diplomas;
  • the period of study preceding the award of the diploma;
  • the academic and professional value of the diploma;
  • description of the marking system;

6. Confirmation of payment of the registration fee – 100 Euro;

In order to be admitted to PhD Studies, it is also necessary to submit the Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Certificates for both and Curriculum Vitae.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

Following the presentation of the set of documents, the International Relations Service will obtain from the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Moldova the letter of acceptance of the studies for each individual candidate.

On the basis of the letter of acceptance, the International Relations Service will submit the documents to the Migration and Asylum Office to obtain the invitation to study.

After receiving the invitation sent by the International Relations Service, the applicant will submit a visa application to one of the diplomatic missions of the Republic of Moldova abroad.

In the meantime, the applicant must send on the bank account of the institution the application fee and the tuition fee for first and last year of studies. If the institution will not receive the fees on its bank account, the applicant will not receive the original Invitation letter from Migration Office and respectively will not be able to apply for visa and come for study.

After receiving the visa, the applicant must send a copy of the visa and flight ticket to the International Relations Office.

Upon arrival in the Republic of Moldova, the applicant must send all the documents previously sent by e-mail in original, with all necessary legalizations.

LEGALIZATION OF THE TEMPORARY RESIDENCE OF FOREIGN CITIZENS

Foreign students must submit the following set of documents to the ASEM International Relations Office:

1. Application form for legalization (filled at the IRO);

2. National Passport and copy of the following copies:

• · main page (with personal data and photo);
• · the page with entrance stamp (proving the date and stamp of border crossing) and long stay visa (for candidates that have a visa)

3. Diploma of the latest graduated program that gives the right to be admitted to the next study level and Transcript of Records; Diploma must have an Apostille.

4. Accommodation Proof (home owner’s agreement drafted by notary or the accommodation order in ASEM dormitory);

5. Police certificate from home country with Apostille (validity 3 months);

6. Medical Insurance for 1 year;

7. Bank Certificate stating the availability of necessary amount for the duration of studies (the certificate must contain the amount for tuition fees, staying documents, medical insurance, accommodation and other possible expenses on of the amount necessary for tuition fee, health assurance, accommodation and subsistence). The amount in the Bank Certificate must not be less than 3500 Euro; The amount should be stated in Euro or USD (validity of Certificate – 10 days);

8. 6 photos size 3×4;

NOTE: The set of documents mentioned above must be translated into one of the following languages: Romanian.

Admission Guide

Student’s Guide

Application form for admission provided by ASEM;

Declaration form from ASEM admission;

ASEM provides dormitories for international students at request. Monthly accommodation payment starts from 75 EUR, depending on the program of study and number of persons in room. There is a canteen and cafeteria on the university campus where students can eat at reduced prices.

Contact information

Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, International Relations Office

59 Banulescu – Bodoni str., block B, office 714

Chisinau, MD-2005, Republic of Moldova

Tel: +373 22 402 743;

E-mail: international@ase.md