Windesheim University of Applied Sciences

The oldest part of Windesheim was founded in 1880. Windesheim as it currently exists was formed in 1986 as the result of the merger of several education providers. The merger was a process take took place over a number of years years with more and more institutions joining.

Our English taught programmes focus on business.  

·        ‘International Business’ is for students who are interested in topics like management, logistics, finance and (internet) marketing, and who are looking or a university where personal development is primary focus.

·        ‘Global Project and Change Management’ (sustainable business and innovation) is an honours programme for students who want to change the world in a positive way. Topics are climate change, global health, human rights, poverty eradication and international development.

Students appreciate our personal approach with classes of 20 students. Our lecturers are coaches as well and they challenge students to get the best out of themselves.

Windesheim specializes in practical, hands-on applied research, organized in close consultation with the professional field. 

Windesheim is the start for a successful career, either in business, government or NGO. Many students start their careeer with the organization where they did their internship or projects.

Start positions graduates Global Project and Change Management:

• Project manager at an international NGO
• Social entrepreneur
• Trainee at the European Parliament
• Development manager at a non-profit organization
• Advisor improving corporate sustainability in big companies

Start positions graduates International Business:

• International project manager
• Account manager
• International business developer
• Marketeer
• International sales manager