★ StudyPath verdict
8.1/10
Best for students seeking economics specialisation in managerial strategy, neuroeconomics, or sustainability at a top Dutch research university. Weigh competitive selection and broad research focus against more applied alternatives.
Tuition · Intl
↗€21,800
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2021
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗290
DUO ↑19% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
?
not specified
Entry route
↗Bachelor
2 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.6/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗98%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,613
/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
Our 1-year academic Master’s programme in Business Economics teaches you to conduct research in business economics subjects. Choose from our top-level tracks: Managerial Economics and Strategy, Sustainability or Neuroeconomics.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English60 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: bedrijfseconomie
Median starting salary (field)€3,613/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating98%
Months to a substantial job4
Working in their own field73%
Permanent contract63%
Satisfied with their job3.8/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten18%
Accountants13%
Financieel analisten10%
Specialisten op het gebied van beleidsadministratie8%
Wiskundigen, actuarissen en statistici6%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree70%
Women among first-years55%
Say workload is “just right”55%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.6/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 30 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.1
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance3.7
Testing & assessment3.5
Facilities4.1
Career preparation2.8
Teachers' English4.7
Would choose again3.6
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
?No admission requirements in source
Scholarships
Amsterdam Merit ScholarshipVaries; for outstanding non-EU/EEA Master's students.
Faculty scholarships for Master's studentsVaries by faculty; UvA page links to faculty-specific scholarship information.
Internships
?No data yet
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