Which management research university programmes are there?

Looking for a management degree programme? Management is a broad field. You might think of business management, but politics and public administration also fall under management. Maybe you see yourself becoming a manager in a specific sector or within a particular field, such as HR, finance, sustainability, healthcare, or production and logistics. Either way, if you are curious about how companies, organisations, or governments function and how to best coordinate projects and or lead people, then a management degree programme could be right for you.

Bachelor's and master's degree programmes in Management

At the University of Twente, you can choose from several bachelor’s programmes in management, business administration, public administration, and more. Click on a programme to find out more:

Bachelor degrees in management

Master degrees in management

Tip: take a look at the different master’s specialisations to see which directions you can choose from.

What will you learn in a management programme?

What exactly you will learn depends on the management programme you choose, but in any case, you will acquire knowledge and skills that are essential for successfully leading and organising companies and institutions. You will learn how organisations function, how to make strategic decisions and how to organise processes more efficiently. In addition, you could delve into topics such as leadership, change management, finance, marketing, data analysis, policy-making and more.

At the University of Twente, you will work in teams on current, specific issues that often arise directly from society or the business world. This will give you hands-on experience and prepare you well for your future career!

Jobs in management

From multinationals and start-ups to (semi-)governmental bodies, organisations cannot function without managers. Whether you want to help companies operate more efficiently, lead teams, develop and implement government policy, become a business analyst or hospital manager, management is an enormously broad, dynamic and indispensable field that forms the basis of virtually every organisation. Management programmes such as (Technical) Business Administration, Public Administration, Business Information Technology, or Health Sciences prepare you for a challenging career in a variety of management roles and sectors.

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Example jobs in management

Business Analist at ABN Amro
Project leader at the Red Cross
Sustainability Manager at PepsiCo
Operationeel Manager in a hospital
IT Project Manager at BMW

Why study management at the University of Twente?

Learn from experts
The University of Twente employs leading experts in the fields of management, public administration, IT, and more. Learn from top lecturers and scientists who will help you take your knowledge to the next level.
Study at the most entrepreneurial university
With more than 1,250 start-ups, UT is one of the most entrepreneurial universities in the Netherlands. Did you know, for example, that we owe WiFi to UT alumnus Cees Links and that large international companies such as Booking.com, Demcon and Takeaway.com were once started by UT students?
Strong connection with the business community
Our strong ties with the business community offer valuable networking opportunities. For example, the UT collaborates extensively with companies such as ASML, KPMG, PwC, Demcon and many more. Students kick-start their careers through internships that often lead to a job, thanks to these collaborations.
Hands-on education
Here, you follow project-based education. In each module, you work on a team project, applying the knowledge you have acquired directly to a current issue, often from well-known organisations. The best way to gain hands-on, practical experience!
Personal and informal approach
Our education is personal and informal. We have an open-door policy and you generally receive more individual attention and guidance than at most other universities. The atmosphere between lecturers and students is accessible and informal: you can always ask someone if you have any questions. Here, you can make the most of your student life and grow both professionally and personally!

Contact

Do you need support to find out which bachelor's or master's programme in management is right for you? Then get in touch with our Student Information Centre. They are happy to help you!

Also, there are great ways to learn more about a particular study such as an Online Open Day or an online meetup with a student. Go to the study choice calendar for an overview of activities to get to know a study and the University of Twente better.

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