International MBA Programme

Profile

- You are a business manager or you hold a trainee manager post
- You have completed a Bachelor / First Degree or equivalent
- A recommendation letter of the applicant's employer is required

For non-native English speakers a TOEFL or IELTS language test is required. The minimum pass mark for TOEFL is 79 and IELTS 6.0.
Exemptions can be considered should you have successfully completed your BA degree in the English language.

International MBA Programme

- English Language
- Action Learning Methodology
- Part Time Study
- International Student Body
- Renowned International Faculty

This International MBA Programme is a blended learning programme, combining virtual class (online) and residential conferences in the Netherlands or South Africa. Ideal for the business traveller considering a distance learning MBA, yet wishing to maintain regular student and faculty contact.

Programme Structure

MBA Phase	Phase 1	Phase 2	Phase 3
Duration	2 month	16 months	6 months
Type of Assignment	Organisational Analysis	Action Learning Projects & exams	Dissertation

Study load
12 to 15 hours per week.

Start dates 2012

- 21 February 2012
- 5 September

Application forms for the International Action Learning MBA programme can be submitted to the International Admissions Team

Funding Opportunities 2012

- 2012 Business School Netherlands Subsidies
For 2012 Business School Netherlands has made 60 subsidies valued at EUR 942000 available for applicants from the African Continent and EUR 768000 available for applicants from the Rest of the World.
For eligibility criteria and/or payment options for this programme please complete the Brochure Request Form.

Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP)
The International MBA programme has been officially approved by Nuffic for inclusion within the NFP. This fund is available to applicants from a list of 61 eligible countries.
Further information is available through Nuffic or Netherlands Fellowship Programme page provided by Business School Netherlands.

Frequently Asked Questions on the International MBA and programme related Scholarships.

Does Business School Netherlands arrange the student’s visa?
No. The student needs to make an application at the relevant embassy. Business School Netherlands will supply the necessary supporting documents, such as an invitation letter and hotel booking.

Do students receive student counselling?
Online support from tutors and other students are available for all students.

Do students need a residence permit?
No. This programme is a distance learning programme which requires students to attend two nine day workshops in The Netherlands only.

What content is presented in the International Action Learning MBA (IALMBA) programme?
This is a work-study-travel MBA. The student will have to complete an Organisational Analysis, Personal Development Plan, Action Learning Literature Review, Action Learning Projects, Exams and a Dissertation.
The content covered in the programme consists of Strategic Management; Marketing Management; Operations Management; Human Resources Management; Financial Management; Information Management and International Management.

What is Business School Netherlands language of instruction on the IALMBA programme? What do you need if English is not your native language?
The IALMBA language of instruction is English. For non-native English speakers a TOEFL or IELTS language test is required. The minimum pass mark for TOEFL is 79 and IELTS 6.0. If you are unable to provide either of these, then please forward a letter from the institution where you obtained the degree certificate stating that the education received was completed in the English language.

What certificate/degree is awarded?
An MBA degree will be awarded to the student at graduation on successful completion of the IALMBA programme.

What are the IALMBA entrance requirements?
• Be in a management or management trainee position
• Be a holder of a B Degree or equivalent
• Have internet and email access
• For non-native English speakers, the student must have an English proficiency certificate

How do I make an application?
Request an application form from Business School Netherlands on international@bsn.eu.
Once the applicant has signed and completed the application form it will need to be returned with the following supporting documents:
• Copies of highest certified qualifications
• Recommendation letter
• English proficiency certificate
• CV
• Business Card

Is there an application fee?
No. There is no application fee for the IALMBA programme.

Is the programme accredited?
Yes. The IALMBA programme is a variant of the distance learning MBA (CROHO registration number 70053), which is accredited through the Dutch Government, the NVAO, (Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).

Quality Validation
CEDEO. Centre for Documentation and Evaluation of External Business Courses: a quality validation organisation undertaking quality checks at Business School Netherlands clients.

Are scholarships available?
Yes. Scholarships are available via either Nuffic or The Dick Gerdzen Foundation.

- Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) Nuffic
The IALMBA has been officially approved by Nuffic for inclusion within the NFP. This fund is available to applicants from a list of 61 eligible countries. Further information is available through Nuffic or Netherlands Fellowship Programme page provided by Business School Netherlands.

- The Dick Gerdzen Foundation
For 2012, Business School Netherlands has made 60 subsidies valued at EUR 942000 available for applicants from the African Continent and EUR 768000 available for applicants from the Rest of the World.
For eligibility criteria, terms and conditions and/or payment options for this programme please complete the Brochure Request Form and email it to international@bsn.eu.

Recognised Quality
"Quality Education", "Return on Investment", and "Accreditation" three key phrases that often arise during our discussions with those managers wishing to embark on an educational training programme with Business School Netherlands; thankfully, they are as important to us as they are to you!


Accreditation
The programme is a variant of the Distance Learning MBA (CROHO registration number 70053), which is accredited through the Dutch Government, the NVAO, (Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).

NVAO independently ensures the quality of higher education by assessing the quality control of higher educations institutions in the Netherlands and accrediting higher educations programmes in Flanders and the Netherlands. In addition, NVAO encourages quality awareness within higher education institutions and advances higher education in its national and international context.

Quality Validation

- CEDEO : Center for Documentation and Evaluation of External Business Courses: a quality valuation organization undertaking quality checks at Business School Netherlands clients.
- Business School Netherlands is a registered University of Applied Sciences.

WIAL
World Institute for Action Learning
March 2009 saw another major milestone for BSN, we became the first European affiliate of WIAL. For us, this emphasises our goals and commitment to the power of Action Learning.