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All our study programmes use the Rotterdam Education Model (REM). This model will guarantee an ideal balance in all our study programmes between its three core elements: knowledge, practical training and the students’ personal development.

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market, the buyers’ market or even the labour market, internationalization must be a structural element in the strategic planning of every entrepreneur. Internationalization is therefore the challenge facing the entire business world. Founded in 1990, Rotterdam Business School (RBS) is an expert in international management programmes. International Business and Management Studies (IBMS) is a management study programme in English, which comprises a four-year training course resulting in a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). The diploma is internationally recognized.

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The Rotterdam Education Model guarantees an ideal balance between knowledge, practical training and the students’ personal development

Knowledge-driven KNOWLEDGE DRIVEN

During the initial phase of all study programmes, teaching staff will provide supervised learning structures, for instance lectures and seminars, practicals and training. As study progresses, students can increasingly steer their own study programme and decide how to acquire further knowledge. Working in groups is essential to learn from each other; in addition, students will design their own study programme through independent learning, practice-based cases, simulations, games and ‘skills labs’ (instruction rooms).

Practice-driven PRACTICE DRIVEN

All study programmes will include practical training from the first year of study; however, practical training is not a clearcut part. First, students will be introduced to practice under the supervision of a lecturer; for instance, small introductory research projects will be presented. These projects will gradually become more complicated, and will also involve working together with fellow students from other study programmes. Work placements and other combinations of ‘on-the-job training’ will be a step forward towards achieving more independence. The centres of expertise at Rotterdam University are also part of our study approach. Experts from professional practice, students and teaching staff are engaged in assignments from external clients.

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Student-driven

STUDENT DRIVEN

At Rotterdam University students can make personal choices that are important to them in many ways. Two main options are the electives and the minor programme (specialization). No less than three hundred electives are available. Students can use electives to brush up their knowledge of subjects for which they have unsatisfactory results, or for additional learning. The minor programme chosen at the end of the third year of their study programme, is also important. Emphasizing these personal subjects in their study programme is considered so important that a fixed day has been scheduled for this purpose in the academic calendar; in addition, students can work on their personal projects on a scheduled day off.

Teaching methods at Rotterdam University In all study programmes at Rotterdam University, various teaching methods are applied. Theory classes, but also practicals and project groups, in which students have to show their skills. They will work on projects together in small groups and are expected to collect information independently as well. Student support and supervision are guaranteed for all teaching methods.

From supervised to independent learning During the first phase of the study programme students will be ‘in school’ and will be told clearly what is expected from them. Later on, they will practise their skills in practical classes and project groups. But they will not be left to their own devices. Their fellow students will support them and obviously also their lecturers will be available to assist them. In addition, their study career coach will keep track of their study progress and is able to help them if any study problems arise. Students will also exchange experiences with fellow students from their own study group or with senior students.

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Whether it is the sales market, the buyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; m arket or even the labour mar ket, internationalizatio n must be a structural element in the strategic planning of every entrepreneur. Internat ionalization is therefor e the challenge facing the en tire business world. Fo unded in 1990, Rotterdam Bu siness School (RBS) is an expert in international managem ent programmes. Inte rnational Business and Manage ment Studies (IBMS) is a management study programme in En glish, which comprises a four-year training cour se resulting in a Bachelo r of Business Administratio n (BBA). The diploma is internationally recogn ized.

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Your profile

The profile of the International Business and Management Studies (IBMS) student is based on competencies which were defined after intensive consultation with the business world and society concerning the knowledge, skills and attitude needed by future managers. You can find positions in, for example, financial management, marketing management, international business management, human resources management or logistics management. As an IBMS graduate you are flexible and ready to travel extensively in positions entailing frequent international contacts; in many cases your home base will be outside the Netherlands. The IBMS programme perfectly caters for this aspect by offering students the opportunity to participate in foreign exchange programmes and industrial placements abroad. By the end of the programme you will be able to understand the differences and opportunities in major global and regional markets, critically evaluate and summarize differences and opportunities in specific international marketing settings and communicate effectively in a business marketing context, both orally and in writing.

Push back your limits in practice KNOWLEDGE BASED

You study the huge diversity of other cultures and learn how to deal with major differences in society and culture in order to connect with trade partners all over the world. Such notions as entrepreneurial strategy, marketing strategy, cross-cultural management or marketing trends get a totally different meaning in this context. Such things

as sales techniques or negotiation skills take on a completely different form as well. While studying International Business and Management Studies you have the opportunity to gain international experience during two semesters: one doing a placement and one for a stay at one of our foreign partner universities. There are exchange programmes with dozens of universities worldwide. Rotterdam Business School students are taking their placements all over the world with companies like Coca Cola, General Motors, BMW, Philips, ABN-AMRO, Maersk, Ikea, l’Oréal, Sheraton and Shell, but also with smaller – international or local – companies. Rotterdam Business School can truly be said to be breaking down barriers in many fields.

I did my placement at Syntens and was quite successful at an international horticultural fair. Looking back, I can conclude that I have learned a lot. I got plenty of space: designing the set-up for such a project, which steps to take. Organizing the stand, putting the company profiles on the website and contacting companies proved to be quite a challenge. I also managed to acquire some nice new jobs. Tomorrow I am flying to Spain for a couple of weeks. At a major fair I am going to contact some Spanish companies. According to my placement supervisor, my success largely lies in my independence. I started with the fair, but I recognized the opportunity to do more research in Spain. Using these opportunities is very important! Maurits Versteeg, third year IBMS student

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Study programme

IBMS is a broad study programme covering all aspects of business and management. The profile of the programme is based on ‘competencies’. The IBMS programme requires a good starting level of English. If you do not meet the entry level requirements for the IBMS programme, taking one of the Pre-IBMS courses offered by Rotterdam Business School is an option. See the section ‘admission requirements’ on page 26 for requirements and preparatory courses. As the study programme progresses, you are expected to increasingly control your own learning process. You will be able to contribute to your own development through elective modules, a study abroad programme, minors, placement and final thesis assignments. By means of these you achieve your independence, progressing gradually from guided to supervised and subsequently to independent and self-reliant learning. You learn to apply the rules of international trade: the legal aspects of doing global business, including options for resolving international business disputes, tackling pitfalls such as international licensing of intellectual property and dealing with the complexities of working with multiple cultures.

STUDY PROGRAMME INTRODUCTORY YEAR MAIN PHASE TEACHING METHODS MINORS PLACEMENT FAST-TRACK IBMS ACCELERATED TRACK

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Main Phase

Your first year is an introductory year (propaedeutic phase), in which you will get a clear view of the study programme, its goals and the professional occupations. Lectures, team teaching, case analysis, group discussions and professional literature provide the basis for applying the principles learned in a setting that is as realistic as possible. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, including students from the marketing, finance and logistics programmes, you learn to think like a general manager rather than a marketeer, accountant or finance expert. You need to learn to think strategically by taking into account each step taken by a company to achieve its goals. You will develop skills in leadership and working together and receive training in communicative skills such as presenting, taking part in meetings, negotiating and taking minutes. You also study a second language: Spanish, French, Dutch or German with English as the language of instruction.

In the second year, the focus of the IBMS programme is similar to that of the first year. You will be expected to grow gradually in your development. The third year starts with a placement period. The fourth and final year contains a study-abroad period of six months. Our network of inter national partner schools (see overview page 16) offers the possibility of a one-semester exchange. No extra tuition fees are charged for participating in any of the exchange programmes, in which modules will be taken corresponding with the student’s chosen minor (specialization). Credits obtained abroad (max. 30) will be added to the portfolio. Finally, there is the thesis, in which you show that you have acquired all competencies expected in the world of International Business and Management.

Teaching methods The education in the propaedeutic phase and in the main phase consists of a proper mix of lectures and tutorials, practical classes, training programmes, case studies, simulation games and independent assignments. Acting independently and being responsible for your own progress is the starting point. This does not mean that you are on your own. Throughout your studies you are supervised and coached by tutors and study career coaches, who you can always turn to.

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MINORS

IBMS offers three in-depth minors (Finance & Accounting, Logistics Management and Marketing Management) and two broadening minors (International Decision Making & Human Judgement and International Human Resource Management). At RBS level there are four other broadening minors: (Doing business in) Emerging Markets, International Sustainable Development & Leadership, International Business Communication and Latin American Studies.

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KNOWLEDGE BASED

In the first and second years of IBMS a programme is offered which covers all IBMS minors. There are modules for Finance & Accounting, Logistics Management and Marketing/International Management. These modules are taught in a set structure: first principles, then advanced and finally applied. Next to these there are Project Management and Organization Management (Organizational Design & Management, Organizational Behaviour & Management, International Environment & Business, (Social) Behaviour & Management). Of course there are Economics and Research Methods and Business Law.

Professionspecific subjects

KNOWLEDGE BASED

In the profession-specific part of the programme you find for example the subjects Critical Thinking and Organisation Management (year 2), European Affairs, Emerging Markets, Business Ethics/Corporate Social Responsibility, Risk Management, Globalization, Consultancy & Change Management, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Innovation Management (years 3 and 4). These are subjects that are offered in the IBMS programme alongside the minor of your choice.

STUDY PROGRAMMES

Bachelor Programme IBMS Full-time This track is a four-year-programme for students with a Dutch havo or mbo level 4 diploma or a foreign equivalent.

Bachelor Programme IBMS Fast-track

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In order to be able to put the theories of international business in a practical setting, many students choose to gain working experience abroad, in an industrial placement. Your placement is an integral part of the study programme. However, it is also possible to take a placement in the Netherlands, preferably in an international company. The IBMS programme is a challenging management study programme containing all aspects of international business and management. Your graduation placement is also an industrial placement (with a possibility to do your placement abroad) with the emphasis of doing a research assignment for the company.

ELECTIVE MODULES

All students at Rotterdam University are to fill in part of their study programme with elective modules, which give them room to add to their personal development. Students make their own choices, which adds to achieving their independence, by progressing gradually from guided to supervised and subsequently to independent and selfreliant learning.

In addition to the regular four year bachelor programme, IBMS also comes in a fast-track three year version for students who have completed Dutch vwo, mbo level 4 International Trade and Commerce or the International Baccalaureate. In this programme you take the first two years of IBMS in one year. In the first semester (Autumn) you follow the introductory year and in the second semester (Spring) the second year of the regular programme is offered. After this you continue your studies in the third year of the fouryear programme.

Bachelor Programme IBMS Accelerated track Rotterdam Business School offers a 1,5 or 2-year Accelerated IBMS programme for students who have already obtained a two or three year college degree in business or have finished either two or three years at University (business related). Students with a minimum of one year of work experience after finishing two or three years of studying can apply for the 1,5-year programme. Students without relevant work experience are required to take a 6-month placement after completing the 1,5-year programme. Graduates of the Accelerated International Business and Management Studies receive a BBA degree, accredited by the Dutch accreditation council NVAO.

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STUDY PROGRAMME INTRODUCTORY YEAR MAIN PHASE TEACHING METHODS MINORS PLACEMENT FAST-TRACK IBMS ACCELERATED TRACK

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Partnerschools of IBMS Austria

Germany

Russia

Fachhochschule Berlin

St Petersburg State University of Engineering and Economics

Bath Spa University

Fachhochschule Bielefeld

University of Bedfordshire, Luton

Southampton Solent University

Teesside University Middlesbrough

Fachhochschule Wien

Belgium

Slovakia

Hogescholen and universiteiten Brussel

Hochschule Bremerhaven

Canada

Fachhochschule Frankfurt

University of Manitoba, Asper School of Business, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Fachhochschule München

Slovenia

USA

Angelo State University, San Angelo, Texas

Howard University, Washington

Ireland

Dublin Institute of Technology

Matej Bel University, Faculty of Economics, Banská Bystrica

University of Ljubljana

Spain

China

Lithuania

Universidad de Deusto San Sebastian

Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan

Columbus International Business School Zaragoza

San Francisco State University, California

Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade (SIFT) Vilnius University, International Business School

Tongji University, Shanghai Malaysia

Sweden

Florida International University, Miami

Linnaeus University of Växjö

University of West Florida, Pensacola

University of Gävle

University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, Eau Claire

Park University, Parkville, Missouri

Curaçao

INTI University College, Kuala Lumpur

University of the Netherlands Antilles Mexico

Denmark

EBC Mexico City

Switzerland

Tec de Monterrey, Mexico City

Universidad Regiomontana Monterrey

Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College

Finland

Haaga-Helia Helsinki Business Polytechnic

Zürcher Hochschule Winterthur, School Of Management

Turkey Morocco

Tampere Polytechnic, University of Applied Sciences

International Institute of Higher Education in Maroc, Rabat

Institut des Hautes Etudes de Management, Casablanca

Beykent University, Istanbul

Bahçesehir University, Istanbul

France

St. Etienne School of Management

Institut International de Commerce et Distribution (ICD) / American Business School, Paris

IDRAC Lyon

Reims Management School

Poland

University of Warsaw

Portugal

Universidade do Minho, Braga

Do you want to know more? Check the website of Rotterdam Business School: rotterdambusinessschool.nl.

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Master Programmes At Rotterdam Business School it is also possible to obtain a master degree in Finance and Accounting, Logistics Management or Consultancy and Entrepreneurship within one year, immediately following the bachelor programme. Check rotterdambusinessschool.nl for more information about admission requirements.

Knowledge Centre

Rotterdam Business School Rotterdam Business School (RBS) is an expert in international management studies. It was founded in 1990 as the International School of Economics Rotterdam, which developed study programmes in English. Today, RBS is part of Rotterdam University and provides three types of study programmes: bachelor programmes, master programmes and special programmes. With these three types of programmes, Rotterdam Business School really offers inspiration for a lifetime! The bachelor programmes are International Business and Management Studies (in English), International Business and Languages and Asian Trade Management. For more information, please check rotterdambusinessschool.nl.

Title In a knowledge centre lecturers and students from various study programmes and professionals from the professional practice jointly study current issues. Under the supervision of an associate professor they do research and organise meetings in order to share this knowledge. This, in turn, results in new knowledge that is relevant to society and will be used in practice. RBS students can turn to the knowledge centre International Business.

The diploma is internationally recognized as a Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA).

Competencies The profile of the programme is based on â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;competenciesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Competencies are more than just knowledge: a student does not only need to have knowledge of separate subjects but must also be able to manage corporate processes. It is the combination of these two aspects, knowledge and its practical application that is called a competency. From the first year on a portfolio is built up, in which the students, with the help of their coaches, can assess which competencies they already have and on which they still need to work.

Do you want to know more Check the website of Rotterdam Business School: rotterdambusinessschool.nl.

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Outside In Inside Out To provide our students with effective learning opportunities, Rotterdam University literally brings in the Rotterdam region. Exercises are not invented, but our students work on real-life projects, research topics and innovations directly related to the Rotterdam region. Adding the students’ capacities and the available knowledge will result in practical solutions, beneficial to the region. This way, our students will experience what really does the trick, it will help us to stay focused, and companies and organizations will benefit as well.

Exceed expectations Be inspired by our hands-on attitude, study approach and study environment. We want to challenge you and help you achieve more than you have ever expected. Our study programmes are well-designed and we will make sure that what you learn can be applied in everyday practice. We will also enable you to emphasize particular subjects of your study programme. This way, you will be able to exceed your expectations!

Trial study To help you make up your mind about the study programme you want to take, you may want to try it for a day. Rotterdam University enables you to see if reality meets your expectations. The hours spent in your trial class(es), may count in your current education (Loopbaan Oriëntatie en Beroep). For specific dates, see the Trial Study section of this brochure on page 21.

Choice of study counselling Students who have not made up their minds yet on which study to choose can take part in the course choice of study counselling. This course, which is only given in Dutch, is available particularly for future examinees (senior general secondary education, preuniversity education and secondary vocational education). During these meetings students will team up under the supervision of a choice of study counsellor. By performing different assignments, students will gain understanding of their capacities, interests, expectations for the future and actions to decide on their choice of study. For more information and registration, please visit hogeschoolrotterdam.nl, under ‘studiekeuze’ (prospective students).

Tag-along days

Open Days

Foreign Fairs

There are a few possibilities to tag-along with an individual student for a day. For more information contact the Office of Information.

¬ Saturday 13 November 2010 ¬ Saturday 22 January 2011 ¬ Saturday 26 March 2011

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¬ Holland Education Fair Vietnam, Hanoi 25 September 2010, Ho Chi Minh City 2 October 2010 ¬ European Higher Education Fair Indonesia, Jakarta 9-10 October 2010 ¬ International Education Fair Russia, Moscow 9 October 2010, Saint Petersburg 10 October 2010 ¬ China Education Expo, Beijing 16-17 October 2010, Shanghai 23-24 October 2010, Chengdu 27 October 2010 ¬ European Higher Education Fair Thailand, Bangkok 6-7 November 2010 ¬ EuroPosgrados Mexico, Mexico City 20-21 November 2010, Monterrey 24 November 2010

IBMS students from the Albeda College, Zadkine College and the DaVinci College have the possibility to join a pre-programme in IBMS during their final year. This pre-programme is a preparation for the Fast Track IBMS programme for mbo students. During two quarters they will have Study Career Coaching, Finance and Logistics classes for one morning per week. Students who successfully complete this pre-programme will be given priority in the admission procedure for the Fast Track IBMS programme.

Open Evenings * Wednesday 8 December 2010 (only information on part-time courses) Wednesday 8 June 2011 Wednesday 24 August 2011

* Open Evenings of the Willem de Kooning Academy are only for the studies Teacher Training Course in Art Education and Design and Leisure Management.

Trial Classes ¬ Thursday 18 November 2010 ¬ Tuesday 14 December 2010 ¬ Thursday 24 February 2011 ¬ Tuesday 12 April 2011 You can register for a trial class at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/ proefstuderen. You can download the brochure Trial Classes from the internet or apply for it at the Office of Information.

Facilities

E-mail account and internet (reduced calling rates at home)

Studying with a disability

PC and internet rooms

Student unions

Students with a functional disability can study at Rotterdam University just like anyone else. Special arrangements and facilities have been created for those students – over 10% of all students - who are disabled or suffer from chronic physical or mental illness. In addition the students of the ‘Power Platform’ can provide you with further information and support. For more information please check hogeschoolrotterdam.nl/powerplatform.

Restaurants and student pubs

Studying mothers

Randstad Employment Agency branch office

Pregnancy or studying while being responsible for a family are an extra burden. You need to do a lot of arranging and planning and re-integrating studying mothers meet several bottlenecks when embarking on a study. All students with or expecting children, as well as re-integrating mothers can find relevant information on this subject at studerendemoeders.nl.

Multi-media centres International Office (for study or placement abroad) Sports facilities

ICT Helpdesk and Dyslexia Helpdesk Top Sports study programmes Platform for studying with a disability (PowerPlatform)

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Master programmes and ensuing study programmes

Information about the master programmes taught at Rotterdam Business School can be obtained from the Graduate Programmes Office (+ 31 (0)10 794 6250) or from www.rotterdambusinessschool.nl

Office of Information Dutch students please contact the Office of Information for questions about application or financial matters. On Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.00 until 17.30 hrs. On Wednesdays and Fridays until 17.00 hrs. +31 (0)10 794 44 00 studievoorlichting@hro.nl hogeschoolrotterdam.nl

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Selexyz Bookstore at the Kralingse Zoom location

Museumpark 40 3015 CX Rotterdam

Foreign students can contact the Global Recruitment and Student Support (GR&SS) Office for more information:

Important telephone numbers Office of Information Rotterdam University +31 (0)10 794 44 00 Global Recruitment & Student Support Office +31 (0) 10 794 62 50 Contact person Platform for Handicap and Study +31 (0)10 794 62 48 Contact person Top Sports and Study +31 (0)10 794 62 44 Dyslexia Helpdesk +31 (0)10 794 40 86 Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (DUO) (student grant) +31 (0)50 599 77 55 Stadswonen (student accommodation) +31 (0)10 800 72 00 Jongeren Informatie Punt (Youth Information Point) +31 (0)10 436 25 44

Global Recruitment and Student Support P.O. Box 25035 3001 HA Rotterdam The Netherlands E-mail: rbs@hro.nl Tel.: 0031 (0)10 794 6250 Fax: 0031 (0)10 794 01 83

Museumpark Location Museumpark 40 3015 CX Rotterdam +31 (0)10 794 41 41

2 Academieplein Location G.J. de Jonghweg 4-6 3015 GG Rotterdam + 31 (0)10 794 48 41 3 Pieter de Hoochweg Location Pieter de Hoochweg 129 3024 BG Rotterdam +31 (0)10 794 65 16

Wijnhaven Location Wijnhaven 107 3011 WJ Rotterdam +31 (0)10 794 80 00

Wijnhaven Location Wijnhaven 61 3011 WN Rotterdam +31 (0)10 794 47 47

Blaak Location Blaak 10 3011 TA Rotterdam +31 (0)10 794 47 50

Kralingse Zoom Location Kralingse Zoom 91 3063 ND Rotterdam +31 (0)10 794 62 00

RDM Campus Location Droogdok 17 3089 JL Rotterdam +31 (0)10 283 38 49

EU Students

1. Admission Requirements EU students For an overview of the admission requirements check the website rotterdambusinessschool.nl

Students lacking required subjects Students lacking one or more subjects in their transfer profile or final examination subjects required for admission, will be offered specific foundation tests, which have to be completed successfully. Please contact the Office of Information as soon as possible for further information.

Entrance Examination ‘21+’ If you have reached the age of 21 on 1 October of the year in which you start the study programme and you do not meet the entrance requirements, you can participate in an entrance examination (the so-called ‘21+ examination’). The admission examination for IBMS students consists of English and Economics. The examinations are held in April, May, June, July and August. You can prepare for this examination by means of independent study. Further information and a brochure about the entrance examination are available from the Office of Information. Practice tests are available at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl.

2. Central digital registration EU students Application procedure Start your application at Studylink (www.studielink.nl), the Central digital Registration system of The Netherlands. Your registration will be considered by the Student Service Centre of Rotterdam University. They will provide you with further information and will ask you to submit certified copies of all necessary documents. You have to be aware that all these documents need to be translated in English, French or German.

3. T uition Fee for EU students The tuition fee for the academic year 2011-2012 is not known at the time of printing this brochure. For the academic year 2010-2011 the tuition fee for students from EU countries was € 1.672,-. Students from EU countries are entitled to a limited Dutch student grant.

4. Additional Information Books and other study materials The costs of books, readers and other materials range from € 300,- to € 700,-, depending on the study programme.

Accommodation The International Housing Office provides rooms for students coming to Rotterdam. For more information about rates, location and reservation, please contact them at e-mail address: internationalhousingoffice@hro.nl.

Questions For questions about (deviating) admission requirements, please contact the Office of Information.

Course Fee at Institution Level Information about the course fee at institution level can be obtained from hogeschoolrotterdam.nl

Note: EU students should be able to demonstrate that they have reached the required English level. They have to supply an English test certificate with a TOEFL IBT score of at least 79 or an IELTS score of at least 6.0 or equivalent.

NON-EU Students

1. Admission Requirements for Non-EU students For an overview of the admission requirements check the website rotterdambusinessschool.nl

Entrance Examination ‘21+’ If you have reached the age of 21 on 1 October of the year in which you start the study programme and you do not meet the entrance requirements, you can participate in an entrance examination (the so-called ‘21+ examination’). The admission examination for IBMS students consists of English and Economics. The examinations are held in April, May, June, July and August. You can prepare for this examination by means of independent study. Further information and a brochure about the entrance examination are available from the Study Information Office. Practice tests are available at hogeschoolrotterdam.nl.

2. Registration Non-EU students Application procedure Please apply before 1 June. The following steps are essential for the application procedure: ¬ Submit an application form, downloadable from rotterdambusinessschool.nl with (certified) copies and English translations of your diploma(s), grades list(s), birth certificate and a copy of your passport, plus five passport photos. ¬ Rotterdam Business School acknowledges receipt of the application form and informs you of the details of the intake interview. ¬ If possible, the intake interview takes place in country of origin (either in person or by telephone). ¬ If you are accepted, you receive a letter of admission, an invoice and all necessary documentation from Rotterdam Business School. ¬ You pay the invoice and send the signed Statement of Understanding to the school.

4. Additional Information ¬ Rotterdam Business School applies for a provisional residence permit (MVV) at the Immigration Office, organises practical details such as a bank account, health insurance and accommodation reservations. ¬ If applicable, RBS informs you about the date you can collect your MVV. ¬ You can collect your MVV at the consulate or embassy in your country. ¬ You apply for a ticket. ¬ Arrival in The Netherlands prior to commencing the course. NOTE: Non-European students should be able to show they have reached the required English level. They have to show an English test certificate with a TOEFL iBT score of at least 79 or an IELTS score of at least 6.0 or equivalent. Students from China should always be able to show an IELTS certificate with a score of at least 6.0 and a NESO certificate. Information about this can be obtained from www.nesobeijing.com. If your diploma and grades list are in German, French or English, you do not need to submit a translation. In some cases you may be asked to show your original diploma, e.g. if there is confusion about the certification of the copies.

Foreign students can contact the Global Recruitment and Student Support (GR&SS) Office for more information: Global Recruitment and Student Support P.O. Box 25035 3001 HA Rotterdam The Netherlands E-mail: rbs@hro.nl Tel.: 0031 (0)10 794 62 50 Fax: 0031 (0)10 794 01 83

Books and other study materials The costs of books, readers and other materials range from € 300,- to € 700,-, depending on the study programme.

Visa and residence permit (Application through GR&SS office) Non-EU students need a Visa (MVV) and/or residence permit (VVR). The procedure can only be done by the GR&SS Office.

Accommodation

3. Tuition Fee for Non-EU students

The International Housing Office provides rooms for students coming to Rotterdam. For more information about rates, location and reservation, please contact the GR&SS Office at the Rotterdam Business School by e-mail: RBS@hro.nl

For students from countries outside the EU the tuition fee for 2011-2012 is € 5.500,-.

Institute & curriculum name Institute: Rotterdam University Official curriculum name: International Business and Management Studies

Rotterdam, a young, dynamic and bustling city and that’s where the action is! Living or studying in Rotterdam means ‘never a dull moment’. A young, dynamic and bustling city. Anyone will soon have settled down. Trams, buses and underground railways will take you anywhere.

To the university’s locations – all situated along the same underground line – but also to the various places of entertainment. From the university’s Museumpark and Aca demieplein locations you can easily reach the food, music and dance cafés situated around the Nieuwe Binnenweg, and the multicultural Witte de Withstraat. At the Blaak/ Wijnhaven locations the outdoor cafés of the Oude Haven are within a stone’s throw. And the Kralingse Zoom location is situated nearby Oostzeedijk, known for its large student population. But there is much more to experience in Rotterdam, such as the International Film Festival, the Fast Forward Dance Parade and the annual Summer Parade. More information on entertainment, restaurants, events, museums, etcetera, is available on www.rotterdam.info.

A City to Discover The buildings of Rotterdam University are close to or even amidst the cultural heart of Rotterdam. Famous museums, numerous galleries, the Rotterdam Theatre, the cinemas and a range of small theatres will suit most tastes. Go out and explore them! Students often get discounts. Surf to:

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Rotterdam Restaurant Museum Living GalLERY

A City to Live in

A City of Sports

Contrary to other university cities, you soon will find an affordable place to live! Go to www.stadswonen.nl for student accommodation or to the Jongeren Informatiepunt (JIP). Putting up a note at the many notice boards – from libraries to supermarkets – may also prove quite helpful.

Practising sports, watching sports, combining sports with a study programme, being employed in sports … Rotterdam offers all kinds of opportunities. With the ambitious title ‘Rotterdam, City of Sports’ the city has offered an all-round and attractive sports programme for years, ranging from Fortis Marathon and Bavaria City Racing to the World Tennis Tournament in Ahoy and the Red Bull Air Races. The facilities offered by the Student Facilities Organization include tickets at bargain prices for students who want to practise sports themselves.

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International Business and Management studies

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