Overview

It takes the clarity of economic and game-theoretic decision analysis, and combines it with the human factors of bounded rationality, biases and emotions from psychology. With this Human Decision Science from Maastricht University you'll study different facets of both fields, ranging from the neuropsychological basis of decision making to the mechanics behind decisions on a macro level.

After completing the programme, you'll be able to work on complex decision-making problems and you'll be well equipped for a career in senior and executive positions.

Career prospects

You could pursue a career at:

government institutions (policymaking and implementation)

NGOs and non-profit organisations (agenda setting, campaigning)

human resource departments (incentive schemes, performance assessment, conflict resolution)

healthcare and health insurance companies (medical decision making)

marketing (customer relations, consumer behaviour)

consulting, management coaching

academic research

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cognitive Psychology and Decision Experiments
Theory of Individual and Strategic Decisions
Social Psychology of Decision Making
Negotiation and Allocation
Behavioural Insights
Integration Workshop
Elective
Writing a Master's Thesis Proposal
Master's Thesis or Thesis Internship Programme

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Management Studies Human Resource Management View 99 other Masters in Management Studies in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

4 _(analytical)

GMAT

500

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

List of grades of your bachelor’s programme

Upload a transcript of grades from each university you have attended, plus a translation if the original is not in English.

Curriculum vitae

List your education, relevant extracurricular activities, internships and (professional) experience.

Letter of motivation

Provide good arguments for why you want to do this master’s programme at Maastricht University and why you expect that you can successfully complete the programme.

Official GMAT or GRE score report
A recent passport picture
A copy of your valid passport or your EU/EEA identity card

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Tuition Fee

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International

15800 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15800 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
EU/EEA

2209 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2209 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Maastricht

700 - 1170 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Career prospects

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Maastricht

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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