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International Sports Management & Business – (B.A.)

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

School of Sports and Nutrition
Application Deadline: March 1
Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 1,713 ≈ € 7,200 (non-EEA)
Location: Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 42 months Start Date: September
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Fulltime
Credits (ECTS): 240
Languages: English 
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Location of Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

Do you see yourself working in the field of global sports management and would you like to study in an international environment? Then consider studying International Sports, Management & Business at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences!

What we offer:

  • A programme packed with sports practise and theory, business, management and entrepreneurship studies, all related to the international sports world.
  • An international environment with students, teaching staff and education material from all over the world. The programme is taught entirely in English.
  • Three internships in international organizations or companies anywhere in the world and two fieldtrips to European centres of sports.
  • Three specializations to choose from in your second year: Sport Development, High Performance Sport or Sport Commerce.
  • We’re aiming for a class of 30 students, about half of which will be international, which makes for a diverse but intimate group with a strong team spirit.
  • Amsterdam is one of the most international, student-friendly cities in the world, ranked 13 out of 215 with regards to quality of living.

What we expect from you:

Our students are committed, fluent in English, passionate about sports, academically strong and willing to explore.


Contents

The content of the ISMB programme is briefly described below. The programme is based on five values, which will be integrated throughout the entire study. Each student will learn ten competences during the ISMB programme and each year of the study has a central theme (see below).

Values

The five values of International Sports, Management and Business are: Sustainability, Community, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

Competences

A quick overview of the competences an ISMB graduate will be equipped with:

  1. The ISMB graduate disseminates a passion for sports in every possible respect.
  2. The ISMB graduate is an inspiring leader.
  3. The ISMB graduate strives for high quality of the sports programmes.
  4. The ISMB graduate creates a positive atmosphere in sports and work.
  5. The ISMB graduate develops and implements international sports policy.
  6. The ISMB graduate responds to international developments on the sports market.
  7. The ISMB graduate initiates and implements change.
  8. The ISMB graduate develops and maintains an international network.
  9. The ISMB graduate manages finances.
  10. The ISMB graduate works and develops on the basis of a vision on international sports.

Broad outline of each study year

1st year: Orientation

Sports (management skills, cultural differences, etc learned through active sports experiences), operational experiences acquired through field trips to European sports locations.

2nd year: Planning and Implementation

Development of competencies with a focus on policy-based thinking and acting, writing plans based on basic research and advising. Internships in environments which introduce the student to at least two of the three specializations of ISMB (High Performance Sport, Sport Development and Entertainment Sport).

3rd year: Strategy

Choose specialization. Work out strategies regarding the professionalization of sports, more and more abstract analyses and complex tasks, work practice and experience in the sport world. Based on analysis and research which is related to what has been done in the years before, business plans are developed.

4th year: Graduation project

Graduation project in the chosen specialization.

Internship

The internships (10 weeks in year 2, 15 weeks in year 3, 20 weeks in year 4, all with an international focus) will be set in international companies, organizations or associations, preferably outside the Netherlands.

You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.

Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.

More information

Requirements

  1. Your application package must include all the following documents:
    1. A completed Application Form
    2. A copy of your passport or ID card (with a clearly visible signature)
    3. A passport size photo
    4. Curriculum Vitae
    5. Test results of your TOEFL/IELTS test (applicable for non-native speakers , who are people with other nationalities than: Great Britain, Ireland, United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand) - for this, there is an extended deadline: 1 April 2012
    6. A copy of your secondary school education diploma (if applicable) - with a certified transcript into English or Dutch if it is in another language.
  2. Submit your application before 1 March 2012.

    University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam
    International Sports, Management and Business (ISMB)
    Dr. Meurerlaan 8
    1067 SM Amsterdam
    The Netherlands
    t.a.v. Yvonne Reuvecamp

    Upon receipt of your completed forms, we may need additional information from you. In that case we will contact you in due time.

  3. You need only register yourself with Studielink for the ISMB bachelor after you have been notified by us that you are permissible, i.e. after the results of the admission test are known! Forms without signature will not be processed.
  4. The selection day will be held on 5 April 2012. You will receive an invitation for this selection day with all the necessary information. The costs associated with the test are € 40, -.
    All applicants of ISMB need to pass their physical assessment. If you live within 500 kilometers of Amsterdam, we request you to come to Amsterdam to perform the physical assessment at our school building, during one of the official 'testing days'. If you live too far from Amsterdam, we request you to organize your own physical assessment.

Additional Requirements

Minimal degree required: High School diploma
Minimal amount of work experience Not specified

Language Proficiency

IELTS Band: 6.0
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade B (Score: 75)
TOEFL Paper-based: 550
TOEFL Computer-based: 213
TOEFL Internet-based: 80

Accreditation

ACCREDITATION AND QUALITY CONTROL

All AUAS/HvA programmes are accredited by the NVAO (Netherlands-Flemish Accreditation Organisation). AUAS/HvA endorses the Code of Conduct for International students in Dutch Higher Education, which constitutes a pledge of quality for all students.

Funding details

International students at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, University of Applied Sciences (HvA) can apply for a number of scholarships and grants.

Amsterdam Talent Scholarships

In order to attract talented foreign students, HvA introduced a performance-based scholarship system: the Amsterdam Talent Scholarships (ATS). The ATS are awarded at the end of every academic year to non-EEA students. In order to be eligible for an ATS a student's study results have to meet certain pre- specified requirements.

Huygens Scholarship Programme

Excellent students at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, University of Applied Sciences can apply for a scholarship of the Huygens Scholarship Programme (HSP). HSP is open to both new and current students at HvA. In order to apply for HSP you need to contact the international office of your HvA school.

Studiefinanciering

The Dutch government offers so-called "studiefinanciering" (study stipends). The Informatie Beheer Groep is responsible for the execution of several acts and regulations, such as student grants and information management.

Grantfinder

At www.grantfinder.nl you'll find a search engine for scholarships. At www.nuffic.nl you'll also find an overview of scholarships available for study in The Netherlands.


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