Master in Management, Policy Analysis, and Entrepreneurship in the Health and Life Sciences (MPA)

New biomedical innovations in a world that is becoming ever more complex give rise to a wide range of ethical, legal and social questions and dilemmas. Is the new whooping-cough vaccine better than the old one? How can we control Q fever?How should we implement notions of patient-centered care? What will be the impact of developments in genomics on basic health insurance? Providing the best possible answers to these questions calls for cooperation between several disciplines and actors in society, from government, industry and social institutions to consumers and patients. The Master’s program offers the ideal opportunity to specialize in this fascinating area of research where a wide range of disciplines meet.... [-]

Master in Information Sciences

Information Sciences is the multidisciplinary area spanning Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and its practical application in society. Are you interested in how information is created and processed in companies and organizations? Are you more interested in the application of technology than technology for its own sake? Do you believe it is important to consider the role of people, organizations, and cultures in the design, modeling, communication and sharing of information? If so, then the Master’s program in Information Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is an excellent choice for you.Information Sciences combines technology and organizational studies on the one hand, with technology and culture on the other. It features courses that keep you ahead of the rapid pace of developments within this sector. The program focuses on web applications and internet research for the e-society of the future, including areas such as e-business and e-entertainment. The Master’s program seeks to promote scientific insight and a sense of social responsibility. You will be required to select courses with a total value of 15 credits from a list of approved courses which are rooted in our international research.Our Master’s courses may change from year to year to reflect ongoing developments and international Information Sciences research. They can include guest courses, SIKS National Graduate Research School courses, and courses on other new topics taught by the university staff. Our current courses include Information Retrieval, E-Business Innovation, Software Architecture, Ontology Engineering and Multimedia Design Case.... [-]

Master in Culture, Organization, and Management

The masters’ program of Culture, Organization, and Management puts organizational problems in a broader social and cultural perspective. Are you interested in organizations and topics within organization culture, change management, and cultural changes? Do you aim to graduate with a university masters’ degree? Then the masters’ program of Culture, Organization, and Management could be just what you are looking for.

Study program

The program focuses on qualitative research methods which typify the ethnographic approach. Students may also conduct research for their thesis in the Netherlands or abroad, notably in Southeast Asia, Southern Africa or the Caribbean.What you can expect from the program:... [-]

SPECIALIZATION COURSES IN TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

Level 500

GSCTLM501 International Transportation and Regulations (2) GSCTLM502 Logistics Management (2) GSCTLM503 Inventory Control Systems (2) GSCTLM504 Supply Chain Management (2) Comprehensive Cases in Transportation and Logistics Management (2) Research Project in Transportation and Logistics Management (2)

Level 600

Thesis in Transportation and Logistics Management (8) Capstone Project in Transportation and Logistics Management (4) (for Dual Master students only)

Admission requirements

Proficiency in the English language (refer to the admission section for further details)

Bachelor degree (or equivalent)... [-]

SPECIALIZATION COURSES IN INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

Level 500

GSCIM501 International Business and Management (2) GSCIM502 Globalization and Integration (2) GSCIM503 Managing Across Cultures (2) GSCIM504 International Economics and Policy (2) Comprehensive Cases in International Management (2) Research Project in International Management (2)

Level 600

Thesis in International Management (8) Capstone Project in International Management (4) (for Dual Master students only) Admission requirements

proficiency in the English language (refer to the admission section for further details)

Bachelor degree (or equivalent)

No distinction is made between academic or professional Bachelor degrees. Degrees with 180 European credits or 120 American semester credits are considered equivalent. Students who do not hold a business-related Bachelor degree or equivalent may be required to complete an inbound assessment test prior to starting the graduate program, and, depending on the results, earn an additional number of credits in leveling courses from the Pre-Master program in order to be fully prepared for our graduate programs. Students who do not hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent should apply for a Bachelor degree program, or for the Undergraduate Diploma top-up program. Refer to the undergraduate admissions catalog for further details. Students who have 15 or more years of relevant work experience may apply directly for the Pre-Master program and will be required to complete an inbound assessment test prior to starting the graduate program, and, depending on the results, earn an additional number of credits in specific undergraduate courses. ... [-]

SPECIALIZATION COURSES IN FASHION MANAGEMENT

Level 500

GSCFM501 Fundamentals of Fashion Management (2) GSCFM502 Fashion Strategy and Transformation (2) GSCFM503 Fashion Innovation and Entrepreneurship (2) GSCFM504 Fashion Ethics (2) GSCFM505 Fashion Retail Management (2) GSCFM506 Fashion Event Management (2) GSCFM507 Fashion Product Management (2) GSCFM508 Luxury Management (2) Comprehensive Cases in Fashion Management (2) Research Project in Fashion Management (2)

Level 600

Thesis in Fashion Management (8) Capstone Project in Fashion Management (4) (for Dual Master students only)

Admission requirements

Proficiency in the English language (refer to the admission section for further details)... [-]