Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Vlerick Business School offers this 10-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Ghent, ranked #14 by FT — Masters in Management.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 30 Apr 2027
What it costs
Plan for a normal Ghent student life on top of any tuition fees.
Living in Ghent →
Rankings
- FT — Masters in Management 2025#14
- FT — Masters in Finance 2025#14
- FT — European Business Schools 2025#25
- QS — Business 2025#449
Visa & life in Belgium
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Visa Type D (Long-Stay Student Visa). Fee €200 · 8-12 wks processing · ~€803/month proof of funds. €803/month proof of funds. Annex 33 study permit covers part-time work.
- Post-study work
- Search-Year Residence Permit — 12 months. No employer sponsorship required during the search window. Apply at commune before student permit expires; for job search or business creation.
- Scholarships
- ARES Scholarships (FWB) · VLIR-UOS Scholarships · Erasmus Mundus
- English-taught master's
- ~250 English-taught master's; Flanders (KU Leuven, UGent, VUB) dominates. Source: studyinflanders.be.
About Vlerick Business School
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Common questions
Is Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Vlerick Business School taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Vlerick Business School cost?
International tuition is €20,950 per year. Over the full 10-month programme that's roughly €17,458 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Vlerick Business School?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
Yes — GRE or GMAT scores are required. Check the programme page for the minimum scores.
Can I work in Belgium after graduating?
Post-study work rights in Belgium depend on your nationality — EU/EEA citizens can work freely, and most EU countries offer a job-search permit for non-EU graduates. Check the national immigration authority for current rules.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 30 Apr 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Vlerick Business School good for Business & Law?
Vlerick Business School ranks #449 in Business (QS 2025).
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