7 Best Professional Business & Management Programs in the Netherlands

There are 7 Professional Business & Management programs in the Netherlands, spread across 2 universities, typically lasting 3–4 years. The list starts with courses at Nyenrode Business University and Rotterdam School of Management.

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1Professional

Netherlands

Executive MBA

Rotterdam School of Management — The Executive MBA program at the Rotterdam School of Management is designed for experienced professionals who are looking to advance their careers with a comprehensive un...

ProfessionalLevel

18 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

USD 65,000 total Tuition (indicative)

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2Professional

Netherlands

International Full-time MBA

Rotterdam School of Management — The International Full-time MBA at Rotterdam School of Management offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to...

ProfessionalLevel

12 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

USD 70,000 total Tuition (indicative)

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3Professional

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Impact MBA Executive

Nyenrode Business University — The Impact MBA Executive at Nyenrode Business University offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical application, designed for ambitious professionals looking t...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

March 2027Intake

Business Administration (MBA)

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4Professional

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Impact MBA Full-time

Nyenrode Business University — The Impact MBA at Nyenrode Business University is designed for professionals seeking to evolve their leadership abilities while making a positive impact in their organiza...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

September 2026Intake

Business Administration (MBA)

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5Professional

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Modulair Executive MBA in Business & IT

Nyenrode Business University — The Modulair Executive MBA in Business & IT at Nyenrode Business University is designed for professionals who want to enhance their leadership and strategic capabilities...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

Spring & FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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6Professional

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Modulair Executive MBA in Business & Sustainable Transitions

Nyenrode Business University — The Modulair Executive MBA in Business & Sustainable Transitions at Nyenrode Business University is designed for experienced professionals looking to elevate their career...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

Spring & FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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7Professional

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Modulair Executive MBA in Public & Private

Nyenrode Business University — The Modulair Executive MBA in Public & Private at Nyenrode Business University is designed for mid-career professionals seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities w...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

Spring & FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Nyenrode Business University is cited most (54,571 citations). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 3–4 years and 18 months. 43% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (86% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (57% of courses with a stated intake). Nyenrode Business University offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the Netherlands for Professional Business & Management?

Nyenrode Business University (#25 in Netherlands) and Rotterdam School of Management lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Professional Business & Management course take in the Netherlands?

Most listed courses run 3–4 years, with 18 months the next most common.

When do Professional Business & Management courses start in the Netherlands?

Fall is the main intake — 86% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Professional Business & Management courses in the Netherlands?

Nyenrode Business University, with 5, ahead of Rotterdam School of Management (2).

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