Highlights
Tuition fee
24500 EUR / year
2771 EUR / year
Unknown
Tuition fee
24500 EUR / year
2771 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
Unknown
Apply date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Campus location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Become an independent leader with entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset. The Business Administration programme of the University of Amsterdam equips you with the skills and knowledge to lead transformations of organisations, pursue sustainable growth and build truly sustainable businesses. 

Overview

The Business Administration programme of the University of Amsterdam is designed for ambitious professionals who wish to pursue or further develop in a career in the international business world. Their students are intelligent, daring, motivated and hard-working and have a cooperative mindset. Their dedication and drive in the classroom prepares them to become inspiring leaders of the future.

Careers

To accelerate your career, we support you in pursuing your career goals and expanding your network to become a more well-rounded professional, and grow your career vertically to higher management roles or horizontally to new roles. We offer you the opportunity to expand your business network, strengthen your leadership skills and get access to personal certified coaching.

Career steps of our MBA professionals

  • CFO
  • Head of Business Development
  • ESG Strategy Consultant
  • Director of Sales
  • Lead Product Manager
  • Product Owner
  • Senior Strategy Leader
  • Technical Lead
  • Finance Director
  • Senior Research Executive
  • Senior Consultant
  • Senior Marketing Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Competitive & Corporate Strategy
  • Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability
  • Financial Accounting
  • Purpose-driven Strategy
  • Amsterdam Leadership Programme
  • Digital Business

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Amsterdam, Netherlands

What students do after studying

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

GRE admission requirements GRE®
Required
GMAT admission requirements GMAT
650

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from a recognised research university
  • 3 years post-graduate work experience
  • GMAT / GRE score report
  • English proficiency
  • Your 1-page C
  • Transcript(s) and related diploma('s) from your highest university degree (all non-Dutch and non-English transcripts must be accompanied by a certified English translation)
  • Motivation, you are free to share 3 “essays”  in writing of 250 words of which 2 are required and the 3rd is optional - please explain what sets you apart from the competition, why you are looking into an MBA degree and what your post-MBA goals are
  • Passport
  • Contact details of 2 references

Work experience

  • 3 years post-graduate work experience

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    24500 EUR / year
    ≈ 24500 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    2771 EUR / year
    ≈ 2771 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands
1000 - 1500 EUR / month

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

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

  • Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
  • Know exactly what documents you need
  • Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Business Administration.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
25900 EUR
Deadline
15 Jan 2027
Mr. Julia Henriëtte Jaarsma-Adolfs Fund Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Provided by university
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) for Master Students

Read more about eligibility

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Amsterdam Economics and Business Talent Fund
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
20 Dec 2026
OAS ISS Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

The General Secretariat of the Organization of American States
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

Read more about eligibility

ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

Read more about eligibility

ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
02 Feb 2027
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

Read more about eligibility

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

Read more about eligibility

European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

Read more about eligibility

The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available

Other interesting programmes for you

Our partners

Business Administration
University of Amsterdam
Business Administration
-
University of Amsterdam

Wishlist

Go to your profile page to get personalised recommendations!