Business Economics
University of Amsterdam offers this 12-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Amsterdam, ranked #62 by Times Higher Education. academic Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Economics or Economics, or in another field, as long as it has a strong quantitative focus.
What it takes to get in
Entry bar: moderate. Driven by GPA floor 7.0 and specific prior degree.
- GPA / grades
- 7.0(10-point Dutch)
- English tests
- IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL iBT 92
- English requirement
- TOEFL iBT Test (0-120): minimum total score of 92 with a minimum of 22 per subscore. TOEFL iBT Test (1-6): minimum total score of 4.5 with a minimum per subscore: Reading 4.5, Listening 5.0, Speaking 4.0, Writing 4.5. IELTS Academic: overall band score of 6.5. Minimum score per subscore: Speaking and Writing a 6.5 and Listening and Reading a 6.0. Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: overall score of 180 and a minimum of 180 per skill.
- Prior degree
- academic Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Economics or Economics, or in another field, as long as it has a strong quantitative focus
- Accepted degrees
- Business EconomicsEconomics
- Documents required
- motivation letter
- Deadline
- 15 Jan 2026
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for roughly €53k–€56k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Amsterdam student life.
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What you'll study
60 ECTS over 12 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Tracks
Assumed knowledge
Our 1-year academic Master’s programme in Business Economics teaches you to conduct research in business economics subjects. Choose from our top-level tracks: Managerial Economics and Strategy, Sustainability or Neuroeconomics.
Where graduates end up
What graduates of this programme tend to do — and where they end up working.
Common career paths
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#62
- QS World 2025#55
- Times Higher Education 2025#58
- THE — Law 2026#19
- THE — Business And Economics 2026#93
- QS — Law 2025#36
- QS — Business 2025#95
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 University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam serves 41,000 students across 147 master's programs, with particular depth in Arts & Humanities, Business & Law, and Social Sciences. Based in Amsterdam, it ranks 55th globally in the QS World Rankings 2025, with subject-level strengths in Medicine (QS #29) and Law (QS #36).
Worth comparing
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Common questions
What GPA do I need for Business Economics at University of Amsterdam?
Admission requires a GPA of 7.0 on the 10-point Dutch scale.
Is Business Economics at University of Amsterdam taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 92 (minimum).
How much does Business Economics at University of Amsterdam cost?
International tuition is €24,050 per year. Over the full 12-month programme that's roughly €24,050 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Amsterdam?
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. Based on the published requirements (GPA floor 7.0, specific prior degree, prerequisite coursework), the entry bar here is moderate.
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 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 Jan 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is University of Amsterdam good for Business & Law?
University of Amsterdam ranks #19 in Law (THE 2026).
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