Program Overview

Program Overview

The Amsterdam Business School offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance program. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of finance and its applications in the business world.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the MBA in Finance program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Academic credentials: A degree (Bachelor, Master, PhD) from a recognized research university.
• Relevant work experience: A minimum of 3 years post-graduate full-time work experience. Internships in a financial field may also be included.
• Analytical test: Applicants can choose to take a GMAT/GRE test or an in-house test.
  • GMAT/GRE: The suggested minimum GMAT score is 630, for GMAT Focus 585. GRE scores will be converted to GMAT.
  • Analytical in-house test: Scoring on Numerical Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning, and Verbal Reasoning.
• English proficiency: A minimum TOEFL of 100 or IELTS score of 7.0 is required. Exemptions may apply for native English speakers, those with international English-spoken professional experience, or those who have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree taught in English.

Pre-Master’s Programme

If an applicant has obtained their degree at a University of Applied Sciences (HBO) in the Netherlands, they will need to successfully complete the pre-Master's programme to qualify for entry into the MBA in Finance program.

• Duration: 4 months (16 weeks)
• Lectures: Fridays from 9:00-17:00
• Location: Amsterdam Business School
• Starting dates: February or September
• Application deadline: 2 months before the chosen starting date
• Tuition fee: €4,400

Application Process

To apply for the MBA in Finance program, follow these steps:

1. Check your eligibility by uploading your CV.
2. Submit your online application, including:

• Passport copy
• 1-page CV
• Motivation statement
• Copies of transcripts and related diplomas from your highest completed degree
• Analytical test results (if applicable)
• English proficiency test results (if applicable)
• 2 professional references

3. Take the LTP Assessment or GMAT (if applicable).
4. Participate in an admissions interview.
5. Receive a final decision from the admissions board.

Tuition Fees

• MBA: €52,000 (12 or 24 months)
• Pre-Master’s: max. €4,400 (max. 6 months)
• Early Bird discount: Apply before 1 December 2025 to receive a €6,000 discount, or before 1 March 2026 to receive a €3,000 discount.
• UvA alumni discount: €4,000 discount on tuition fee for University of Amsterdam alumni.

Payments

• Enrolment fee: A non-refundable enrolment fee of €5,200 is required to secure your place.
• What is included in the costs: The fee covers the whole program, including courses and exams, registration, use of university facilities, and a part of the international study trip.
• Payment: Tuition fees can be paid in 3 equal instalments spread across the duration of the program.

Funding

• Lifelong learning credit (Levenlanglerenkrediet): DUO offers a loan for tuition fees for local and foreign professionals living and working in the Netherlands.
• Prodigy Finance: Students can apply for a student loan from Prodigy Finance.
• Convince your employer to finance your study: Download the factsheet to convince your employer to support your study.

Scholarships

• CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) waiver: A waiver of €3,000 for CAIA charter holders.
• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) waiver: A waiver of €3,000 for CFA charter holders.
• GMAT scholarship: A discount for high GMAT scores, up to €12,000 for the highest scores.
• Scholarship programmes from the Dutch government: Scholarships covering costs of living expenses within the framework of cultural agreements between the Netherlands and other countries.
• Scholarship programmes from your own government: Students are advised to contact grant-giving institutions and foundations in their home country.
• Other financial aid: Various other forms of financial aid are available, including foreign loan programs.