Master of Business Administration (MBA) part-time
- 2 year
- English
- Master
- Part-time
Get to know Master of Business Administration
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Fontys International Business School offers this MBA programme in cooperation with the FOM - Hochschule für Oekonomie & Management (Essen, Germany).
The MBA study at Fontys International Business School arranges a high-quality economic education for finishing or for augmenting your primary degree. Engineers, lawyers, medical professionals, and social scientists acquire management qualifications relevant for their field of work, while business and political economists benefit from an update of their specific knowledge and additional competences in international business.
Why this study in the Netherlands?
- Integrative, practical approach to thinking and doing
- Work and study continuously complement each other
- Build a network with your professional fellow students
- Learn from each other in an international environment
What are you going to learn?
During this MBA course, we ensure that you develop the economic know-how you need for a managerial position. The curriculum and the classroom activities of our MBA programme draw in your theoretical and professional expert knowledge. This allows you to gain an understanding of different companies and fields of work along with the various problems and possible solutions. Each lecturer knows about your professional background and your objectives and supports you accordingly.
- Learn from different modules, such as Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Business Law.
- You can choose to specialise in modules such as International Management, Marketing and Sales Management, or Financial Management.
- Gain general management competencies to meet current and future challenges in business management.
How does the structure of the programme look?
- The study programme consists of 4 semesters. Semester 1 and 2 will be dedicated to following modules. In semester 3, you’ll choose a specialisation, and you’ll write your thesis in the final semester.
- Throughout all semesters and modules, the focus is on providing practice-oriented management knowledge and skills.
- It is possible to work on practical assignments from your company. The direct impact of that acquired knowledge can be part of the examination.
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Requirements
Diploma and language requirements EEA
All applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. The student has been awarded a relevant bachelor degree from a university or university of applied sciences. If you are from abroad and are not sure whether your certificate will be accepted, please contact us for detailed questions.
2. The student has at least two years of professional experience, and is currently employed in a MBA-relevant setting in the Netherlands, Germany or Belgium. Please note that the professional experience has to be post-graduate. Compulsory internships during the bachelor studies can be given credit for. The programme is a part-time one. A current employment will have to proven by suited documents. Non EU citizens who apply will have to be legal alien residents. Please note that it is not possible to apply for visa for a parttime study programme.
3. The student provides evidence of a good proficiency in the English language (e.g. TOEIC 700, TOEFL 550 paper / 213 computer-based / 79 internet-based or IELTS academic 6.0). The programme is delivered in English. Due to accreditation and cooperation regulations, the respective certificates are compulsory for everyone.
Diploma and language requirements NON-EEA
All applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. The student has been awarded a relevant bachelor degree from a university or university of applied sciences. If you are from abroad and are not sure whether your certificate will be accepted, please contact us for detailed questions.
2. The student has at least two years of professional experience, and is currently employed in a MBA-relevant setting in the Netherlands, Germany or Belgium. Please note that the professional experience has to be post-graduate. Compulsory internships during the bachelor studies can be given credit for. The programme is a part-time one. A current employment will have to proven by suited documents. Non EU citizens who apply will have to be legal alien residents. Please note that it is not possible to apply for visa for a parttime study programme.
3. The student provides evidence of a good proficiency in the English language (e.g. TOEIC 700, TOEFL 550 paper / 213 computer-based / 79 internet-based or IELTS academic 6.0). The programme is delivered in English. Due to accreditation and cooperation regulations, the respective certificates are compulsory for everyone.
Costs
- Total course-fee: € 12,750 or 2 annual terms of € 6,375 or 4 biannual terms of € 3,187.50 enrolment fee.
- Examination fees: € 310.
The course fee is invoiced in advance at the beginning of each course, study year or semester, depending on the chosen payment option.
The prices can be subject to changes.
Costs-tax deduction promotion
Costs can be deducted in full from taxes or paid by your employer where appropriate. Please consult the programme coordinator.
- Invoice: Fontys will send an invoice for the total amount (€ 12,750.00) in advance and this must be paid before the start.
- Authorisation: payment can be made in installments, either in two annual installments or in four semi-annual installments. Student authorizes Fontys for a direct debit. Every applicant receives a payment agreement at which he or she can indicate his or her choice.
Fontys currently offers several scholarships for Non-Eu / Non-EEA students. You might also be eligible for other scholarships not provided by Fontys. These can be found on Grantfinder.nl
How to apply
Before you apply, make sure you meet the entry requirements for this programme. Collect all supporting documents required:
- Evidence of qualifications (Bachelor diploma and transcripts) to show that you meet the entry requirements
- Evidence of English language ability, if English is not your first language (e.g. TOEIC 700, TOEFL 550/213, IELTS academi 6.0)
- Copy of your passport/I.D
- Evidence of your current employment (e.g. statement of your employer or copy of your contract)
- Curriculum Vitae or résumé, if required
- Fill out the application form
Application deadline
For the course starting in March, the application deadline is set on 5th February
For the course starting in September, the application deadline is set on 5th August.
Before you apply, make sure you meet the entry requirements for this programme. Collect all supporting documents required:
- Evidence of qualifications (Bachelor diploma and transcripts) to show that you meet the entry requirements
- Evidence of English language ability, if English is not your first language (e.g. TOEIC 700, TOEFL 550/213, IELTS academi 6.0)
- Copy of your passport/I.D
- Evidence of your current employment (e.g. statement of your employer or copy of your contract)
- Curriculum Vitae or résumé, if required
- Fill out the application form
Application deadline
For the course starting in March, the application deadline is set on 5th February For the course starting in September, the application deadline is set on 5th August.
More about Master of Business Administration
In January and March, we organise virtual Open days. A great way to experience what it is like to study at Fontys and learn more about the programme from the comfort of your home. Would you like us to keep you informed about our Open days? Click on the button below.
Please note. During the year, we organise several activities on campus. Please be aware that due to Covid-19, there are restrictive measures in The Netherlands. Make sure to check our website regularly for the actual situation at Fontys if you are planning to visit one of our campuses. We advise you to book your flight, if possible, a few days before the event.
The situation and guidelines resulting from the corona pandemic are constantly changing, also for higher education. One thing we know for sure: in the new academic year we will have to observe the 1.5 metre distance rule in our buildings and on campus for the time being. We are adapting our education accordingly so that a good mix of face to face education on location and online education is created.
We carefully consider which form of education is best suited to each course, each subject and even each component.