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About the BScIBA programme
International Business Administration (IBA)
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What is the difference between IBA (International Business Administration) and IBEB (International Bachelor Economics and Business Economics)?
Is the IBA programme a Numerus Fixus programme?
How many students are admitted per year?
Which degree do I receive after I have completed IBA?
What makes the IBA programme an international programme?
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International study exchange (IBA)
1
Can I go on exchange to another university during my bachelor?
Practical information (IBA)
5
Where can I find the timetable, booklist, and curriculum?
When does the new academic year start?
Can I follow additional courses at RSM (electives, keuzevakken)?
When is the Open Day?
Is there a special admission process for refugee students?
About the MSc programmes
More about the MSc programmes
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Can I follow additional courses at RSM (electives, keuzevakken)?
What is the average age of MSc students?
What does the term "pre-experience master" mean?
Which degree will I receive after my studies?
Does RSM offer a parttime English taught MSc programme?
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Practical information (MSc)
7
How do I apply for the master programmes offered at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University?
When does the introduction / kick off of my MSc programme take place?
Where can I find preliminary course schedules and booklists for my master programme?
Where can I find the MSc academic calendar?
What is the difference between a research university (WO) and a university of applied sciences (HBO)?
See all 7 articles
About the Premaster programmes
Practical information (Premaster)
6
Do I have to follow a premaster programme?
I have already done a premaster at a different university. Can I apply to a master programme at RSM?
What is the average age of MSc students?
Where can I find the premaster academic calendar?
Can I take a gap year between the premaster and master programmes?
See all 6 articles
BSc IBA Admissions, Application & Enrolment
Application procedure (IBA)
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How is the IBA ranking determined?
What is an admissions statement and where can I find it?
How can I apply for IBA?
Can I submit my proof of English proficiency and/or Mathematics exam (OMPT-A) result after I have applied? (IBA)
When will I be informed of the results of my application?
See all 18 articles
Admission requirements (IBA)
8
What are the requirements for my diploma? (IBA)
Tips for writing a good motivation letter (IBA)
I meet all the minimum requirements for BSc IBA. Can I still be rejected for admission?
Do I have to write a motivation letter? (IBA)
Do you accept SAT or ACT?
See all 8 articles
Deadlines (IBA)
4
When should I submit my application for IBA (in OLAF)?
What is the application deadline for IBA?
Can I apply after the 15 January deadline?
What is the deadline for accepting the place offered? (IBA)
Diplomas and transcripts (IBA)
5
What does RSM mean by a 'diploma statement'?
How do I make my offer unconditional?
How and where can I obtain a certified copy of my secondary school diploma and transcripts?
Where can I send my diploma to make my offer of admission unconditional? (IBA)
Which diploma do I need to be eligible for admission to the IBA programme?
Grades (IBA)
5
What is the minimum required average grade? (IBA)
Can I apply with my predicted grades?
Why are grades so important? (IBA)
I have improved my grades. Can my rank number be adjusted?
Can I transfer my grades from another university to Rotterdam School of Management?
English language requirement (IBA)
7
Which standardized English test does RSM accept and what are the minimum score requirements? (IBA)
Why do I need to take an English language test? (IBA)
Can I send in my application first and the results of my English language test later? (IBA)
Can RSM verify my TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge results online?
Can I be exempted from taking an English language test? (IBA)
See all 7 articles
Mathematics requirement (IBA)
6
Do I need to take a mathematics exam?
Can I send in my application first and the result of the mathematics exam later?
Can the IBA mathematics exam be replaced by a GMAT, SAT or ACT?
Does RSM also accept the mathematics exam OMPT-F?
I want to take the mathematics exam at Boswell-Beta? Which level of mathematics is required?
See all 6 articles
Studielink and Numerus Fixus (IBA)
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I am on the IBA waiting list. What are my chances of getting an offer for the programme?
Can I accept an offer for another numerus fixus programme in the Netherlands and still remain on the IBA waiting list?
I have been offered admission but my Studielink status still says "Enrolment application submitted". When can I expect this to change?
Can I apply for more than one Numerus Fixus study programme?
What is Studielink and how does it work?
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Online Application Form (OLAF) (IBA)
8
What is ERNA?
How should I fill in the Personal Information section of the online application form?
How do I know that I have submitted my application successfully in OLAF? (IBA)
Why is there a red exlamation mark next to my programme choice in OLAF?
I did not receive my ERNA credentials
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Supporting documents (IBA)
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Which documents do I need to submit for my BScIBA application?
Should I add recommendation letters to my application?
Tips for creating a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume
I want to upload more documents to my application. How can I do this? (IBA)
What is considered a valid translation of my diplomas and transcripts and where can I get one?
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Enrolment (IBA)
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What do I need to do to complete my enrolment?
I receive my International Baccalaureate (IB) results early July. When can I expect my unconditional offer?
My diploma and grade list have been sent to RSM in order to complete my enrolment. I have not heard anything since then. Have my documents been received?
Contact IBA Admissions Office
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How can I contact the IBA Admissions Office?
Master Admissions, Application & Enrolment
Admissions requirements (MSc)
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What are the admission requirements for the MSc programmes?
Is my background / degree sufficient to start in a master / premaster programme at RSM?
I meet all the minimum requirements for the MSc programmes; can I still be rejected for admission?
Which Bachelor degree do I need to be eligible for one of your Master (MSc) programmes?
I'm a current student from another EUR faculty. Am I eligible for the master programmes at RSM?
See all 14 articles
Application procedure (MSc)
11
What is rolling admission?
Can I apply for more than one MSc programme?
When will I be informed of the results of my application?
Can I submit my proof of English proficiency or GMAT results after I have applied?
What is deferring and can I defer my offer to next year?
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Deadlines (MSc)
6
What are the application deadlines for the MSc programmes offered by RSM?
When did the master programmes close in previous years?
Can I submit my application first and my English proof later?
When do I need to accept my offer?
What is the deadline for making my offer unconditional? (MSc)
See all 6 articles
Studielink (MSc)
5
I've been offered admission but my Studielink status still says "Enrolment application submitted". When can I expect this to change?
What is Studielink and how does it work?
What should I do when my Studielink-account is blocked?
My Passport/ID in Studielink has been rejected, what do I do?
I want to re-enroll for a second year in my MSc programme
Online Application Form (OLAF) (MSc)
7
What is ERNA?
How do I upload new supporting documents to my application after I have submitted my application?
How should I fill in the Personal Information section of the online application form?
Am I required to submit a motivation letter?
Why does RSM require applicants applying for a Master or premaster programme to submit their secondary school diploma?
See all 7 articles
Grade Point Average (GPA) (MSc)
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Is my GPA sufficient for admission? (MSc)
How can I calculate my GPA?
What is the minimum GPA requirement for students studying in Dutch research or applied sciences universities? What if my GPA is not sufficient?
How does RSM calculate GPA’s for admission to (pre)master programmes?
I'm a student from a Dutch university (WO/HBO) and my GPA does not meet the minimum requirements. Can I use the GMAT test to compensate for my insufficient GPA?
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GMAT requirements (MSc)
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Does RSM accept the GMAT Focus edition?
Can I apply first and submit my GMAT results later?
I have a GRE score; do I have to take a GMAT?
What is a GMAT exam?
Is the GMAT test mandatory for all applicants?
See all 16 articles
English requirements (MSc)
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How can I prove my English language proficiency? (MSc)
Which standardized English tests does RSM accept and what are the minimum score requirements? (MSc)
My previous education was in English. Is this sufficient proof of my English proficiency? (MSc)
Does RSM/Erasmus University offer English tests? (MSc)
I took a C1 level English course or test as a part of my university studies (in the EU/EEA). Is this accepted as proof of English proficiency? (MSc)
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International Management/CEMS (MSc)
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How high should my GPA or GMAT score be in order to get selected to the MSc International Management/CEMS?
How does the selection for the International Management/CEMS programme work?
If I don't get accepted to IM/CEMS, can I apply for a different programme at RSM?
Which languages can I choose when I want to apply for the MSc International Management/CEMS programme?
Can I submit my language proof after the deadline?
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Diplomas and transcripts (MSc)
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How and where can I obtain a certified copy of my diploma and transcripts?
Where can I get a valid translation of my diplomas and transcripts?
My final diploma and grade list have been sent to RSM in order to complete my enrolment. I have not heard anything since then. Have my documents been received?
Unconditional offers (MSc)
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What is the difference between a conditional and unconditional offer
How do I make my offer unconditional?
How do I make my offer unconditional? - Diploma holders from Erasmus University
What is an admissions statement and where can I find it?
I won't receive my diploma by 31 August but I have finished my studies. Which documents should I send?
Contact MSc Admissions Office
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How do I contact the RSM MSc Admissions Office?
Premaster Admissions, Application & Enrolment
Admission requirements (Premaster)
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I meet all the minimum requirements for the Premaster; can I still be rejected for admission?
What is the required level of mathematics for admission to the premaster?
Can I submit my proof of English proficiency or GMAT results after I have applied?
Is my background / degree sufficient to start in a master / premaster programme at RSM?
I (will) have a bachelor from a university outside of the Netherlands but lack courses in statistics and or research methods. What can I do?
See all 12 articles
Application procedure (Premaster)
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What is rolling admission?
When will I be informed of the results of my application?
Can I submit my application first and my English proof later?
How will I know what MSc programmes I'm eligible to follow after the premaster?
How do I apply for the master programmes offered at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University?
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Deadlines (Premaster)
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What are the application deadlines Premaster programmes offered by RSM?
When do I need to accept my offer?
What is the deadline for making my offer unconditional?
When did the premaster applications close in previous years?
Can I apply without having obtained my diploma before the application deadline?
See all 6 articles
Studielink (Premaster)
5
Which programme should I choose in Studielink?
I've been offered admission but my Studielink status still says "Enrolment application submitted". When can I expect this to change?
What is Studielink and how does it work?
What should I do when my Studielink-account is blocked?
My Passport/ID in Studielink has been rejected, what do I do?
Online Application Form (OLAF) (Premaster)
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What is ERNA?
How do I upload new supporting documents to my application after I have submitted my application?
How should I fill in the Personal Information section of the online application form?
I have submitted my application but I have not received a confirmation email, did something go wrong?
Am I required to submit a motivation letter?
See all 7 articles
Grade Point Average (GPA) (Premaster)
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What is the minimum GPA requirement for students studying in Dutch research or applied sciences universities? What if my GPA is not sufficient?
How can I calculate my GPA?
Is my GPA sufficient for admission?
How does RSM calculate GPA’s for admission to (pre)master programmes?
What is a weighted GPA?
See all 10 articles
GMAT (Premaster)
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Is the GMAT test mandatory for all applicants?
What is a GMAT exam?
Does RSM accept the GMAT Focus edition?
I have taken the "old" GMAT test before the GMAT Focus Edition became available. What is my score requirement?
How did RSM determine the minimum requirement for the Focus Edition?
See all 15 articles
English proficiency (Premaster)
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I want to follow the Dutch premaster - do I have to submit proof of English with the premaster application?
How can I prove my English language proficiency? (Premaster)
I took a C1 level English course or test as a part of my university studies (in the EU/EEA). Is this accepted as proof of English proficiency? (Premaster)
Can RSM verify my TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge results online?
My previous education was in English. Is this sufficient proof of my English proficiency? (Premaster)
See all 10 articles
Unconditional offers (Premaster)
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How do I make my offer unconditional?
How do I make my offer unconditional? - Diploma holders from Erasmus University
My final diploma and grade list have been sent to RSM in order to complete my enrolment. I have not heard anything since then. Have my documents been received?
Contact Premaster Admissions Office
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How do I contact the Premaster Admissions Office?
BSc IBA Financial matters
Tuition fee (IBA)
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Where can I find information about the tuition fee? (IBA)
Scholarships and grants (IBA)
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How do I apply for a scholarship? (IBA)
What Scholarship & Grant possibilities are there?
When to apply for a scholarship? (IBA)
What are the scholarship selection criteria I need to meet?
How can EEA students get financial aid, like Studiefinanciering?
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Handling fee (IBA)
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Do I have to pay a handling fee?
Can I pay the handling fee by bank transfer?
MSc Financial matters
Tuition fee (MSc)
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What is the tuition fee for the 2024-2025 academic year?
What is the tuition fee for EEA/EU students?
When do I pay the tuition fee?
Can I pay my tuition fee in instalments?
What is the tuition fee for the MSc International Management/CEMS programmes (18 months)?
See all 7 articles
Scholarships and grants (MSc)
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How do I apply for a scholarship?
What are the scholarship selection criteria I need to meet?
When can I apply for a scholarship?
How can EEA students get financial aid, like Studiefinanciering?
Can I apply for multiple scholarships at RSM?
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Handling fee (MSc)
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Do I have to pay a handling fee?
Can I pay the handling fee by bank transfer?
Do I have to pay a deposit upon accepting my offer?
Premaster Financial matters
Tuition fee (Premaster)
5
What is the tuition fee for the premaster programme at RSM?
How can I pay the tuition fee?
Can I pay my tuition fee in instalments?
When do I pay the tuition fee?
Can I apply for student finance (studiefinanciering) for the premaster?
Handling fee (Premaster)
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Do I have to pay a handling fee?
Do I have to pay a deposit upon accepting my offer?
Can I pay the handling fee by bank transfer?
About RSM
Accreditation
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What is the difference between a research university (WO) and a university of applied sciences (HBO)?
What is considered a research university in the Netherlands?
Are RSM degrees internationally recognised?
Is Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University accredited and, if yes, which accreditations does it have?
What is accreditation?
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Career services
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What are my career prospects?
How can I get in touch with the Career Centre?
Does Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) offer services that can help me in finding an internship or a job?
Who are we?
7
What is the mission statement of the University?
What is the difference between the Erasmus University Rotterdam and Rotterdam School of Management?
Can you give me some general information about RSM?
Does RSM have a January intake?
Does RSM offer online education?
See all 7 articles
Housing and settling in
Living Costs
1
What are the living costs?
Settling in
8
I arrive from abroad. Will someone pick me up?
What kind of services are offered to first year students?
Is there a swimming pool on campus?
Which languages can you learn at RSM?
Where can I learn Dutch?
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Working
1
I am a student from outside the Netherlands. Can I get a part time job in the Netherlands?
Accommodation and housing
4
Should I arrange accommodation myself?
I need proof that I am enrolled as student to get accommodation, where can I find this?
Is hotel accommodation available on arrival?
Are there any parking facilities for residential students?
Immigration
Work
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Is it possible for non-EEA nationals to work in the Netherlands after graduation?
Residency
3
Do I need to be able to speak Dutch to study in the Netherlands?
What is a DigiD?
Where can I find information about (health) insurance in the Netherlands?
Visa
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What is the deadline for your immigration application?
Who needs to apply for the immigration procedure Entry Visa and/or a Residence Permit?
How do I upload my residence permit into Osiris to complete my enrolment?
