Curriculum 

The course focuses on spoken communication, facilitating establishment in the Netherlands and preparation for the traineeship in multinationals and other companies. Other languages, such as Spanish and French are also offered. Computer skills are included in the themes of the modules.

The first year - Foundation Phase

During the first year, you will learn about many topics to give you a wide view of the skills an international manager needs. Subjects such as marketing & sales management, management accounting, international management & organisation and international business environment are being dealt with.

The second year - Main Phase

The second year will learn you more in depth about topics which have to do with strategy, quality and logistics. Subjects during this year are international people management, corporate marketing communication, research and quality management and export management & logistics.

The third and fourth year – specialization and graduation

The structure of the third and fourth year depends on the chosen specialization;

  • Business to Business
  • Food & Agri-business Management
  • Retail & (Small) Business Management

During the third year of your study, you can choose a minor. During this time, you can choose to go abroad by choosing the Grand Tour or joining an exchange programme.

The graduation phase includes a traineeship in the third and/or fourth year. The course will be concluded with a final thesis/ research project.

For any questions about Stenden university please contact the information center: +31 58 244 14 41.