Global Business & Sustainability
Erasmus University Rotterdam offers this 12-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Rotterdam, ranked #52 by FT — Global MBA.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 May 2027
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for a normal Rotterdam student life on top of any tuition fees.
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What you'll study
60 ECTS over 12 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
We offer: a groundbreaking master programme which examines critical aspects of the sustainability challenges facing business teaching of cutting-edge of advancements in sustainable business and underlying theory of grand societal challenges, responsibility, systems thinking and issues management skills and expertise for a meaningful international career in either the business, governmental or non-profit sectors. Why this study
Rankings
- FT — Global MBA 2026#52
- Times Higher Education 2026#107
- FT — Masters in Finance 2025#28
- THE — Business And Economics 2026#24
- THE — Law 2026#101
- QS — Business 2025#24
- QS — Law 2025#102
Visa & life in the Netherlands
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a residence permit (VVR), arranged by the university on your behalf. EU students only need to register with the local municipality.
- Post-study work
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa — 12 months to find skilled work after graduation. No employer sponsorship needed during this period.
- Tuition
- Statutory fee around €2,500/yr for EU students; institutional fees for non-EU students typically range €14,000–26,000/yr depending on the field.
- Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000), university-specific funds such as the Amsterdam Excellence and Justus & Louise van Effen scholarships, plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam is a university in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with 31,652 students and 82 programs across its corridors. Its primary academic strengths lie in Business & Law, Arts & Humanities, and Social Sciences, with QS Subject rankings of #24 in Business and #51 in Medicine. The university placed #101 in the 2024 ARWU overall ranking.
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Common questions
Is Global Business & Sustainability at Erasmus University Rotterdam taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The Netherlands offers a one-year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) residence permit to graduates of Dutch universities, letting you live and work in the country while looking for a job — no sponsor required during that year.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 May 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Erasmus University Rotterdam good for Business & Law?
Erasmus University Rotterdam ranks #24 in Business And Economics (THE 2026).
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