Overview
NHL Stenden ranked #2 in the Netherlands for 2027
NHL Stenden has been ranked second in the category Best Large University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands for 2027. What's more, a record 36 of our degree programmes were awarded the title of Top Programme. The independent rankings reflect aspects such as student satisfaction, relevance to the work field and career prospects, and give prospective students an insight into the quality of education at NHL Stenden.
With this Sustainable Innovation in Hospitality master’s degree from NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences you also develop your insights into organisational structures, strategies, processes and corporate culture as well as sustainability, globalisation, entrepreneurship, innovation and human resource management, particularly working with a multicultural team. It’s quite an intense list of concepts and subjects but means you’ll gain an advanced understanding of the dynamics of the hospitality and service industry, setting you up for a career path in whatever field you want, wherever you want in the world. â¯
Housing
We further provide guaranteed housing to first year international students (subject to our housing conditions) via StudentStay. For more information, please refer to our university website.
Career opportunities
- General Manager understanding your guests, staff and stakeholders and translating their needs into strategy
- Head of Research & Development
- Sales & Marketing Manager coordinating sales and promotions to meet guests’ needs
- Corporate Policy Advisor
- Lecturer/Academic staff member passing on your insights and experience to the next generation
- Academic Programme Leader
- Director of Human Resources
- Entrepreneur running your own business
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses Include:
- Hospitality and Service Management
- Service Performance Improvement
- Sustainable Value Creation in the Hospitality Industry
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Financial Decision Making
- Master Thesis
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Leeuwarden, Netherlands
Disciplines
International Relations Hospitality Management View 9 other Masters in Hospitality Management in NetherlandsExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
- Live classes with current and ex-examiners
- Accurate score assesment, always
- E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!
Other requirements
General requirements
Academic
To be admitted to one of our master’s programmes, you will need to meet the admission requirements as outlined in Dutch Higher Education law. For an international Master’s programme at NHL Stenden you will need a relevant bachelor’s degree that is at is at least equivalent to an NLQF 6/EQF 6 level (Dutch/European Qualifications Framework).*
Language
All non-EU/EEA applicants are required to submit an English proficiency test with their application to show that their English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in their studies.
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences accepts the following official language tests:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with an advised minimum of 5.0 for each skill)
- TOEFL iBT (with a minimum score of 80)
- Cambridge ESOL score First FCE-B (scale 173-175) or First FCE-Grade C (scale 169-172)
- TOEIC 865 (Listening and Reading) and 335 (Speaking and Writing)
- Pearson PTE Academic (minimum score of 61)
Make sure you meet all requirements
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents11995 EUR / year≈ 11995 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2771 EUR / year≈ 2771 EUR / year
Additional Details
Part-time
- EU students: € 2,771 per year
- Non-EU students: € 8,850 per year
Living costs
Leeuwarden
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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