Choosing the right master’s program is a pivotal step toward your future career. At UE Amsterdam, we offer a postgraduate experience that merges academic excellence, real-world application, and a global outlook. Our international business management course prepares you to make strategic decisions, lead diverse teams, and drive innovation in complex international environments.

• NVAO Accredited – Our program meets the highest national and international education standards.
• Accelerated One-Year Degree – Earn a Master of Science in just 12 months (60 ECTS), allowing you to re-enter the job market quickly with advanced, future-focused credentials.
• Industry Connections – Gain exposure to top global companies through networking events, guest lectures, and real-world business projects.
• Entrepreneurial & Family Business Focus – Whether launching a startup or continuing a family business, our program prepares you for success.
• International Focus – Study in an English-taught program in a city with a thriving international business scene.
• Part-Time Work Opportunities – As a student, you can legally work up to 16 hours per week.
• Fast Student Visa Processing – Applications are typically processed in 4–6 weeks.
• Scholarships & Flexible Payments – Partial scholarships, installment plans, and advance-payment discounts make your business management master’s program more accessible and affordable.
• Small Class Sizes & Faculty Expertise – Personalized attention and mentorship from experienced professors with extensive industry backgrounds.
• Cutting-Edge Curriculum – Stay ahead of business trends with future-focused modules in digital innovation and sustainability.

• Strategic Leadership & Global Decision-Making
• AI-Driven Business Innovation
• Business Management Strategies
• Entrepreneurial Thinking & Business Model Design
• Financial Analysis & Risk Management
• Cross-Cultural Management & Team Leadership
• Project Planning & Strategic Execution
• Sustainable & Ethical Business Practices

Whether you’re a recent graduate, an early-career professional, or preparing to step into a leadership role, the Master of Science in Business and Management equips you with the global skills and entrepreneurial mindset to launch your own business, grow a family enterprise, or lead in today’s competitive marketplace. Ideal for ambitious changemakers, innovators, and aspiring executives, this program offers:

• Real-world problem solving
• Exposure to international business practices
• Industry-informed curriculum
• A gateway to career opportunities across Europe and beyond

This program builds your ability to think strategically, lead with clarity, and innovate responsibly in a global context. Upon graduation, you will have developed:

• A deep understanding of international business strategy and market development.
• Leadership techniques for managing diverse and distributed teams.
• Practical financial literacy to interpret data and drive business outcomes.
• Insight into emerging technologies and their role in shaping the business landscape.
• The ability to translate customer needs into impactful marketing and business strategies.
• Entrepreneurial skills to launch your own venture or innovate within an existing organization.

Amsterdam is one of the world’s most innovative cities, home to 3,000+ startups and European HQs for global brands like Nike, Panasonic, Under Armour, Booking.com, Netflix, Roku and Adidas. Studying here means direct access to networking events, innovation hubs, and multinational business activity.

• Global Business Capital – Connect with major corporations and fast-growing startups
• Diverse & International – A multicultural, English-speaking environment
• Endless Networking – Events, company visits, guest lectures, and mentorships
• Student-Friendly Lifestyle – A mix of culture, creativity, and community
• Post-Graduation Visa – Legally stay and work in the Netherlands for 12 months

UE Amsterdam is more than a place to study, it’s where your business future begins. Are you ready to transform your future?

The MBM consists of four academic terms across one year. The curriculum blends theoretical foundations with applied learning, ensuring you graduate with a well-rounded, work-ready skill set.

• International Business Development & Control (5 ECTS)
• Customer Centric Management (5 ECTS)
• Human Capital Management (5 ECTS)
• Globalized Value Chain & Digital Management (5 ECTS)
• Entrepreneurial Thinking & Digital Models (5 ECTS)
• Advanced Research Methodologies (5 ECTS)
• Corporate Framing: Financials & Group Accounting (5 ECTS)
• International Strategic & Digital Marketing (5 ECTS)
• Electives (Choose 1):
• Interdisciplinary Elective (5 ECTS)
• Artificial Intelligence and Business (5 ECTS)
• Innovation Management in Business (5 ECTS)
• Master Thesis (14 ECTS)
• Master Thesis Colloquium (1 ECTS)

Graduates from UE Amsterdam go on to build careers in:

• Strategic & International Management
• Business Development & Marketing Leadership
• Financial & Management Consultancy
• Entrepreneurship and start-ups
• International Project Leadership
• Further study, including PhD programs

UE Amsterdam’s strong industry network and career services team will help you prepare for your next career step.

To be eligible, you must have:

• Recognized bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in a related field
• GPA: 55% minimum (80% minimum for applicants from Afghanistan and Bangladesh)
• English proficiency (authorized test center only): IELTS 6.0 overall, 5.5 in all components | TOEFL iBT 80 | TOEIC 865/335 | Cambridge ESOL 169 | Pearson PTE 61 | LanguageCert Academic 65