Program Overview

Global Business Skills

Course Overview

This course is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in international business. Through a combination of academic research, multinational surveys, and expert interviews, students will gain a deep understanding of what works in international business and be prepared to travel for business purposes across the world.

Course Content

• What teaching methods will be used: A tailor-made textbook, web lectures, and an online resource depository will be utilized. Internal communication within project groups will take place online via social media and MS Teams.
• Are there any extra’s: Students are welcome to join the Spring School (Public Relations) in Georgia or the Autumn School in Cluj, Romania, at their own expense.

Target Group

This course is offered at the bachelor level and is targeted towards students and working professionals with an international focus.

Global Business Skills Dates

The course starts on Tuesday, 2 September 2025, with classes on Tuesday (at location) and Thursday (online) from 18:40-22:00 hours. Registration is open until 19 August 2025.

Costs

The tuition fee for this course is €1,400. Additionally, the study books will cost approximately €30. An optional foreign trip is at the student's own expense.

Admission

To be admissible for this course, students need to have a diploma of at least secondary vocational education, senior general secondary education, or pre-university education.

Study Load

The duration of the course is 10 weeks, with 7 weeks of classes and 3 weeks of exams, assignments, and feedback. The total study load is approximately 20 hours per week, including class hours.

Class Size

The course will be taken with a class of approximately 25-30 part-time students from the Faculty of Business & Economics. Part-time students are professionals with a job in the field of study.

What Will This Course Give You?

• AUAS certificate at the bachelor's level
• First-class knowledge, directly applicable
• Visible impact in your current job
• Strong professional competences
• Strong community network

Location

The course will take place at the Corry Tendeloo building (CTH) in Amsterdam.