Bachelor
Global Project and Change Management
★ StudyPath verdict
8.3/10
Best for students eager to lead sustainable international projects and drive real-world change through hands-on client work and SDGs; weigh the intensive project focus and 4-year duration against more traditional business programmes.
Tuition · Intl
↗€9,314
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
4 years
240 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jun 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.0+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2020
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗52
DUO ↓27% ↗
Intl. %
↗50%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
↗17:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.0
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Any VWO
profile + subjects ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.9/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗94%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€2,913
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 25 Jun 2026
About this program
Do you care about climate change, human rights, or making the world a fairer place? Want to make a real difference, now and in your future job? In this international English-taught honours degree programme, you will grow into a leader in sustainable development. You will learn how to turn your ideas into real impact. We combine theory and practice. While you learn about global issues in class, you will work on real projects with real organizations from the start. You will study abroad and do an international internship, building skills in leadership, research, project management and business.
Become an international project manager and change maker. Discover how you can contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive future. You will be ready to lead teams, manage complex projects and create meaningful change. You could work with local or international governments, NGOs,consultancies or businesses. You can even start your own business with social impact. Whatever you choose, you will be working on urgent global issues like gender equality, plastic pollution, international conflicts and wildlife protection: all part of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English240 ECTSBachelor of Business AdministrationField area: InterdisciplinarySector: Economie en BedrijfSmall-scale & intensiveCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyField tripGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternshipLectureLiterature study
About Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
Windesheim University of Applied Sciences is located in Zwolle and Almere with about 25,000 students. Known for strong programs in IT, healthcare, and journalism. Offers personal attention in a city with affordable living.
Living in Zwolle
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€420/mo
Monthly total
€700–€1,200
Cost of living
Low
Population
131k
Historic, friendly, and authentic Dutch. Zwolle has beautifully preserved medieval architecture and a genuine Dutch character. The city is less touristy than western cities, offering an authentic local experience.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Below average job-market outlookfield: management algemeen, bedrijfskunde
Median starting salary (field)€2,913/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating94%
Months to a substantial job8
Working in their own field61%
Permanent contract54%
Satisfied with their job3.9/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Vertegenwoordigers, accountmanagers retail en exportmanagers8%
Specialisten reclame en marketing7%
Bedrijfskundigen en organisatieadviseurs7%
Zakelijke dienstverleners6%
Inkopers4%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 283%
Complete this degree63%
Continue studying after graduating11%
Women among first-years63%
International students50%
Say workload is “just right”70%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.9/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 104 respondents
Content & set-up4
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.5
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance4.1
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities4.1
Career preparation4.3
Teachers' English4.4
Would choose again3.9
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-06-15
Non-EU deadline
2026-05-01
Application deadline
2027-06-15
Non-EU deadline
2027-05-01
Application deadline
2028-06-15
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.0
- TOEFL internet based: 80
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B2
- TOEIC: 865
Scholarships
DUO student finance for international studentsMonthly grant around €300–€800 and public transport card if eligibility conditions are met
Internships
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