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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) is a renowned research university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines, including business and economics. VU emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, critical thinking, and societal impact. With its vibrant campus, diverse student body, and strong international reputation, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam provides students with a stimulating academic environment and prepares them for successful careers and contributions to society.
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MBA programs
Part-Time MBA in International Business
Part-Time MBA in International Business places an emphasis on new knowledge, entrepreneurial thinking, and holistic perspectives. Students will gain the skills to take on the biggest challenges facing the world of international business.
- Duration 18 months
- Tuition fees €35,000.00
- International students 36 %
- Intakes September
- Women 72 %
- AVG. work experience 7 years
Part-Time Executive MBA: Leading with Purpose
The Executive MBA: Leading with Purpose is an 18-month program that centers around knowledge co-creation and asking challenging questions to dive deeper into the issues of tomorrow. Students become purpose-driven leaders with a more forward-thinking attitude.
- Duration 18 months
- Tuition fees €43,500.00
- International students 36 %
- Intakes September
- Women 80 %
Rankings and Numbers
#10
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings Reducing Inequalities 2023
#5
U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities 2023 in the Netherlands
#6
CUWR Top University Rank 2022-2023 in the Netherlands
#26
U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities 2023 in Europe
#36
QS Europe University Ranking 2024 in Western Europe
MBA Articles
4 min
MBA Specializations
How Esther Balanced Work, Motherhood, and the VU Leading With Purpose EMBA
How difficult can it be to achieve the right MBA-life balance? Challenging for sure, but not impossible. With the right mindset, time management, and prioritization. Esther Hoogerdijk balanced motherhood, her full-time career at KLM, and successfully graduated from VU’s EMBA Leading With Purpose.
March 04, 2024
4 min
MBA Admissions
6 Essential Tips for VU Amsterdam MBA Admission
When applying to an MBA program, it’s crucial to understand the application process fully. This article will help you navigate the steps of securing your MBA admission at VU Amsterdam, from meeting the essential criteria to making a distinctive impact on the admissions committee.
February 16, 2024
4 min
Financing your MBA
6 Things To Consider for Securing MBA Sponsorship
Securing an MBA sponsorship means convincing your employer to financially support your advanced education, as it can be mutually beneficial. Learn how Anne Griffioen, a high-ranking executive at KLM, did just that for her studies at VU Amsterdam.
September 18, 2023
3 min
MBA Industry trends
Business simulations for MBA students: A game worth playing
Can business simulations for MBA students turn them into fully-fledged business leaders? Here’s a rundown of what they are, how they work, and the value of this unique learning experience.
May 22, 2023
4 min
MBA Jobs
The most popular industries for MBA graduates
The most popular industries for MBA graduates are consulting, finance, and tech. In this article, we explore the reasons behind the power of the “Big Three” and some up-and-coming industries MBA graduates shouldn’t ignore.
February 15, 2023
4 min
MBA Success stories
How challenging is an MBA program?
To find out how difficult an MBA is, we spoke to a recent graduate of the VU Amsterdam MBA. He told us about the most challenging aspects of his MBA, how he overcame them, and why the rewards outweighed the challenges.
February 10, 2023
2 min
MBA Specializations
What is an Executive MBA? A 2-minute explainer
What exactly is an Executive MBA (EMBA), and how does it differ from a normal MBA program? To find out we spoke to Tom Moliterno, Professor of Behavioral Strategy at VU Amsterdam. He explained the structure of his school’s Executive MBA program and what students gain from it.
October 31, 2022
4 min
MBA Jobs
5 reasons why career coaching is so vital during an MBA
MBA career coaching is so much more than interview tips and CV workshops. In fact, it could help you grow in confidence, become a better person, and secure your dream job. To find out more, we spoke to Lonneke Korenromp, the Head of Career Services and Alumni Relations at Vrije Universiteit (VU) Amsterdam.
September 19, 2022
5 min
Financing your MBA
Financing your MBA: Scholarships at VU Amsterdam
Want an MBA but worried about the cost? Senior MBA Recruiter Aki Voudigaris may have the answer. He told MBAGRADSCHOOLS about the school’s application process, as well as the scholarships at Vrije Universiteit (VU) Amsterdam that put quality education within the grasp of often-underrepresented demographics.
August 12, 2022
3 min
MBA Success stories
Discovering power through purpose in the VU Amsterdam Executive MBA
Ingrid Reichmann is a Partner at Partners at Work Executive Search, an executive search and coaching firm working with top management teams in the Netherlands. She told MBAGRADSCHOOLS about her transformative experience in the VU Amsterdam Executive MBA: Leading with Purpose.
July 18, 2022
School
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) is a renowned research university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines, including business and economics. VU emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, critical thinking, and societal impact. With its vibrant campus, diverse student body, and strong international reputation, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam provides students with a stimulating academic environment and prepares them for successful careers and contributions to society.
Location
VU Amsterdam’s central campus is located at the Zuidas, Amsterdam’s dynamic, fast-paced business district. At the Zuidas, you’ll find the offices of several multinational companies, from Google to Goldman Sachs to HBO. It is a well-connected area of the city, just eight minutes away by public transport from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and 15 minutes from the city center.Accreditations
VU Amsterdam’s School of Business and Economics prides itself on three prestigious accreditations: EQUIS, AACSB, and NVAO. Achieving EQUIS and the first faculty in the EU with dual AACSB Business and Accounting accreditations, SBE aligns with the top 2% of global business schools. These accreditations assure the highest education and research standards.
Programs
VU Amsterdam offers two MBA programs. The MBA in International Business is an 18-month, part-time program for people with at least three years of work experience and English language proficiency.
The Executive MBA: Leading with Purpose program is an 18-month, part-time program for experienced professionals with a minimum of five years of work experience (ideally 7-10 years) and English language proficiency.
Scholarships
For both of its MBA programs, VU Amsterdam has various scholarships that cover up to 50% of the tuition fee.
The VU Future Women Leaders Scholarships are awarded to women leaders with proven achievements in creating a more inclusive society. The VU Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships recognize that diversity exists first and foremost within organizations, not only in society. The VU Change-Maker Scholarships are awarded to (social) entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial individuals who have made a positive impact on business and/or society.
Fun fact
For each core theme at VU Amsterdam – Connected World, Governance for Society, Human Health and Life Sciences, and Science for Sustainability – there is a “VU Dream Team.” Made up of a small group of bachelor’s and master’s students, these Dream Teams work independently to take on a significant social challenge and deliver concrete and tangible solutions. Students will write a business plan, create a website, collaborate with experts across disciplines, and translate ideas and expertise into prototypes.
Several Dream Teams have been successful in previous years, including PULSE Racing, the Human Power Team, and Wasub.