Pre-Master's entry requirements

30 EC programmes

• Supply Chain Management and Technology and Operations Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business and Management

30/45 EC programmes

A Dutch HBO diploma on this list from the admission table qualifies an applicant for the 30 EC programme. A Dutch HBO diploma that is not on the list means that the applicant needs to follow the 45 EC programme. The following Pre-Master’s programmes have 30 EC and 45 EC variants.

• Business Administration (all profiles: Change Management, Health, Management Accounting and Control, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Innovation Management)
• International Economics & Sustainable Development
• Financial Management
• Marketing

45 EC programmes

• Finance

30/60 EC Accountancy and Controlling programmes

• 30 EC Accountancy and Controlling for HBO-Accountancy and for HBO-Finance and Control
• 60 EC Accountancy and Controlling (for all other HBO-degrees)

60 EC programmes

• Economics for HBO (all HBO degrees)

30 EC programmes

• Supply Chain Management and Technology and Operations Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business and Management

45 or less EC programmes

• Business Administration (all profiles: Change Management, Health, Management Accounting and Control, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Innovation Management)
• Finance
• Financial Management
• International Economics & Sustainable Development
• Marketing

60 EC programmes

• Accountancy and Controlling

60 or less EC programmes (apply via the MSc)

• Econometrics, Operations Research and Actuarial Studies (only for specific backgrounds with advanced mathematics)

• Economics (tailor made)

For more information on our options for students with a Dutch WO diploma and how we individualize your programme click here.

30 EC programmes

• Supply Chain Management and Technology and Operations Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business and Management

30/45 EC programmes*

• Business Administration (all profiles: Change Management, Health, Management Accounting and Control, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Innovation Management)
• Finance
• Financial Management
• International Economics & Sustainable Development
• Marketing

60 EC programmes

• Accountancy and Controlling

60 or less EC programmes*

• Econometrics, Operations Research and Actuarial Studies (only for students from academic universities with advanced mathematics background)
• Economics (tailor-made)

For Pre-Master's programmes with 45 EC or less: the Admissions Board will assess your application for the Master's programme and determine whether you are eligible for a reduced package based on your previous education. The majority of international students receive a Pre-Master's offer of 30 EC or less for these 30/45 EC programmes.

• Pre-Master's Econometrics, Operations Research and Actuarial Studies (EORAS)  is a highly quantitative programme; higher-level mathematics is essential to start the Pre-MSc.

• Pre-Master's Finance, Financial Management and Supply Chain Management/Technology Operations Management (SCM/TOM): mathematics is part of the Pre-Master's programme. This mathematics course requires prior knowledge at the HAVO B level or preferably at the level of the FEB entrance exam.

• The Pre-MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development (IE&SD), Economics and Economics for HBO apply mathematics in multiple courses; students have to actively master mathematics skills at standard/advanced level (Dutch level VWO A or B) before starting the Pre-Master's.

• For all other Pre-Master's programmes; students have to actively master mathematical skills at Dutch level HAVO A or B before entering the Pre-MSc.

• In the case you wish to continue with the MSc Marketing Analytics and Data Science (MADS), Business Administration (BA - Health) or if you want to choose more quantitative electives in the MSc Business Administration - Strategic Innovation and Management (BA SIM) or Management Accounting and Control (BA MAC) you need math skills at a standard/advanced level (Dutch level VWO A or B) before starting the MSc itself.

* Pre-Master's EORAS possible for studies as indicated under entry requirements on the MSc EORAS webpage.

* For international equivalents, see this page.

** ** It is only possible to join our Pre-Master's EORAS if your previous studies included a high level maths such as: BSc (applied) Mathematics, (applied) Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering & Management, (International) Economics. You need to apply first to our MSc EORAS to receive a Pre-Master's offer upon review of your application.

How do I check my mathematics level?

• For Pre-Master's EORAS, your mathematics level will be assessed by the Admissions Board during your application process.
• For all other Pre-Master's programmes, it is your responsibility to attain the mathematics level indicated in the table. If you do not meet this level, you will likely struggle to pass all obligatory courses. If mathematics is not your strong point, or it has been several years since your last mathematics course, we strongly recommend refreshing your skills, for example, by taking the FEB Mathematics Spring or Summer Course.

I do not have the recommended mathematical skills yet, what can I do?

• If you need a HAVO mathematics level, we strongly recommend that you prepare independently or with tutoring (which you must arrange yourself) for the Eindexamen HAVO B requirements. Ideally, you should take the HBO admission test to assess your level (you do not need to provide proof of passing). See toelatingstoesten Noord Nederland for further information.

• If you need a VWO Mathematics A/B level, we recommend taking the FEB Mathematics Course (usually available in April/May and August). You do not need to pass the test. If you are unable to take the FEB course, you may choose any other mathematics course and/or test at this level or prepare through individual tutoring (which you must arrange yourself).

(See additional information on specific mathematical topics that should be covered, using the FEB math test as a reference point.)

How do I demonstrate my mathematics level?

International diploma students cannot apply directly for the Pre-MSc but must apply for the MSc of their choice. If they are not admissible to the MSc directly, they may receive a Pre-MSc offer. The applicant’s mathematics level will be assessed by the Admissions Board based on the diploma and additional information provided by the student during the application process.

I do not have the required level yet, what can I do?

If you do not meet the mathematics level or it has been some years since last took mathematics courses, we expect you to take the FEB Mathematics Entrance Exam and preparatory course (usually available in April/May and August). You do not need to pass the test. If it is impossible for you to take the FEB course, you may choose any other mathematics course and/or test at this level, or prepare through individual tutoring (which you must arrange yourself).

(See additional information on specific mathematical topics that should be covered, using the FEB math test as a reference point.)