Bachelor
International Business Administration
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Tuition · Intl
↗€13,400
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6+
Accred.
AACSB
NVAO 2023
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗530
DUO ↑36% ↗
Intl. %
↗54%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
↗26:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Any VWO
profile + subjects ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.8/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
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Median salary
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Alumni
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↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 9 Jun 2026
About this program
Help companies make a difference around the world. In the program International Business Administration, you’ll learn how international organizations operate and how cultural norms influence business. You’ll gain a broad perspective on economics, culture, and leadership, while building skills in teamwork, presenting, and critical thinking. This program prepares you for a managerial career in an international environment.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About Tilburg University
Founded in 1927, Tilburg University is a specialized research university focused on social sciences, law, economics, and humanities. Ranked top 40 worldwide in economics and business, and known for producing leaders like former PM Ruud Lubbers. Offers a focused, quality education with strong industry connections.
Living in Tilburg
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€430/mo
Monthly total
€700–€1,300
Cost of living
Low
Population
224k
Down-to-earth, friendly, and practical. Tilburg lacks the historic charm of canal cities but offers a genuine, unpretentious Dutch experience. The city is focused on education and innovation, with a strong sense of community.
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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
Where bachelor graduates continue
Business Administration24%
Finance14%
Strategic Management11%
Finance & Investments10%
Possible professions
Financieel AnalistConsultantMarketingmanagerEconomic & Business AnalystData Analist
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 281%
Complete this degree61%
Continue studying after graduating79%
Women among first-years32%
International students54%
Say workload is “just right”60%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.8/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 242 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers3.5
Atmosphere3.7
Involvement & contact3.6
Study guidance3.7
Testing & assessment3.6
Facilities4.2
Career preparation3
Teachers' English3.9
Would choose again3.8
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Application deadline
2027-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-04-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6
- IELTS listening: 5.5
- IELTS reading: 5.5
- IELTS writing: 5.5
- IELTS speaking: 5.5
- TOEFL internet based: 80
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
Scholarships
Foundation for Refugee Students (UAF)Not specified by Tilburg University
Internships
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