Study business in Netherlands - 5 institutions

High-quality and effective business education in the Netherlands is in demand by applicants from all over the world - the Netherlands owns the palm among the universities of the EU countries. Training is available in various educational institutions:

• Business schools at universities
• Independent business schools – public and private
• Academic Universities
• Universities of Applied Sciences.

The most prestigious is business education in the Netherlands on the basis of business schools opened at academic universities, for example, at the Rotterdam School of Management (University of Rotterdam), the leader of world rankings. The most popular universities , including the TOP-10 according to the world's best publications, are located in the Dutch cities of Amsterdam, Leiden and Utrecht. In order for foreigners to get a higher business education in the Netherlands, it is necessary to consistently complete training at several stages - bachelor's, master's, doctoral, MBA - or separately at each, having an equivalent Dutch primary native education. For example, you can complete a bachelor's degree at the Faculty of Commerce (business, finance, economics, etc.) and already practice your specialty or improve your level by studying for a master's degree. Or you can, having a master's degree behind you, enroll in MBA business courses - for this you need to have a solid portfolio and recommendations that are meticulously studied by the admissions committee of universities.

In order to undergo business studies in the Netherlands at the undergraduate level, it is necessary to comply with the entry requirements: in general, they are the same for all universities, but some universities may have additional requirements. Primary requirements:

• High school diploma
• The current language certificate for knowledge of English - TOEFL - from 80, IELTS from 6.0.

The cost of annual studying of business programs is from 6000 €.

Choosing undergraduate programs in business education in the Netherlands, foreign candidates should understand that the principles of study are different at universities of applied sciences and academic universities. Some courses of applied disciplines (in business specialties, etc.) are aimed at dual education - the alternation of study and work, in fact they operate on the principle of "theory into practice." After graduating from undergraduate programs, students adapt more quickly at workplaces - active practice and internship affect it. Universities of applied sciences independently develop programs, including honors programs - the so-called advanced courses. The term for undergraduate studies at such universities is 4 years.

Prestigious business education programs in research universities in the Netherlands are built with a focus on students' future academic careers; teaching style is classic, close to European standards. Some universities require you to master two specialties (major & minor), almost everyone - to take courses in research methodology and prepare a thesis. Education in a research university will take 3 years.

Most popular universities with business studies in the Netherlands:

Masters in business programs in the Netherlands, as well as programs in other areas, are almost half the price of most European universities, and most universities are taught in English, which additionally attracts students from abroad. Low cost does not mean low quality of study programs - according to objective assessments of the best world rankings, the Netherlands is among the leaders in the quality of university education. For foreign applicants, an additional advantage is the fact that you can enter the magistracy with a a foreign diploma of undergraduate graduation. Among other documents required by the university selection committee:

• Extract from the diploma with a list of hours of study in all disciplines and grades
• Valid IELTS language certificate from 6.0, NT2 test (CNaVT) - from level B2
• Mentor Recommendations
• Resume (CV) and a review essay with a personal research plan.

The university management admits business programs in the Netherlands combined with work, and foreign students are no exception - moreover, after receiving a Master's degree, you can stay to work in the Netherlands. The duration of Master's programs is 1-2 years, the cost is from 7 to 20 thousand euros per year, and the final part of business courses is the defense of a thesis in the amount of about 120-130 pages.

To receive a prestigious business education in the Netherlands in doctoral studies is possible only at academic universities. In total, there are 14 such universities in the Netherlands where you can become the holder of a Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy. To help implement PhD programs, research institutions, that collaborate with academic universities, were established. In order to receive PhD, students must study for 4 years. Doctoral studies in business programs in the Netherlands include:

• Cross-sectional (over 4 years) research work on a selected unique topic
• Defense of the dissertation with research results
• From 4 publications in scientific journals (usually international).

Introductory requirements:

• Master's degree in selected profile
• Language certificate TOEFL from 600 points / IELTS from 7 points
• Motivation and recommendation letters.

Some popular universities offering business education in the Netherlands at the doctoral level:

• Eramus University Rotterdam EUR - Academic Affairs Division
• Maastricht School of Management
• Nyenrode Research & Innovation Institute - NRI
• Radboud University Nijmegen.

It is possible to get high-quality business education in the Netherlands through MBA programs, which is confirmed by the practice of successful graduates - current managers and senior managers who harmoniously fit into the corporate policy of international organizations such as Philips, Shell, KLM, etc. In the Netherlands, the center of international trade, The best business schools have been created, which offer an elite level of education for a reasonable price. The student body of most international business schools in the Netherlands is 70-80% foreign students, so the studying is conducted in English. To enter, a studenst needs to get excellent language proficiecny, confirmed by TOEFL or IELTS certificates. The cost of a year of study at the MBA will cost 30-40.000 euros, the duration is 12-21 months.

Popular business schools in the Netherlands:

• Arnhem Business School
• Wittenborg Business School
• Business School Netherlands
• TIAS Business School at the University of Tiburg.