Published 8 November 2007
Credits 180 ECTS credits
Language of instruction English
Duration of programme 3 years
Title Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Economics and Business

Economics is all about people making choices: how much do they save, how much do they consume and other typically 'economical' decisions. In the Bachelor Economics and Business you will study economical issues at an international level, within politics and in business organisations. With a Bachelor degree students can start their career in business organisations and (inter)national governmental bodies, or they can go on to attend a Master's programme.

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Top 5 reasons to study at the University of Amsterdam (UvA)

The University of Amsterdam's 3-year undergraduate programme in Economics and Business has

  • an excellent reputation
  • a diverse international student body
  • a limited number of selected students
  • low tuition fees for EU students
  • a central location in the multicultural city of Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and the world's most multi-cultural city. Its population of 750,000 inhabitants contains 177 nationalities, more than the city of New York. It is a centre of culture and entertainment providing numerous opportunities to enjoy student life.

Study Economics and Business

There could hardly be a more exciting time to start with your degree in economics and business. The current crisis proves that global developments in the business world are more than ever part of society as a whole. The rapid changes and growing complexity require well educated academics and professionals who not only understand the current reality but are also able to grasp the reason behind it. The BSc in Economics and Business at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) gives students the necessary tools to address the complexity of the global economy. 

Rankings and reputation

The University of Amsterdam has obtained the following rankings:

  • 49th in the world and 5th in continental Europe (Times Higher Education Ranking, Oct. 2009). 
  • number 1 in continental Europe in the social sciences (including economics and business), in the top-5 together with Oxford & Cambridge and 32nd in the social sciences worldwide (Times Higher Education Ranking, Oct. 2009). 
  • part of LERU, a network of renowned research universities.

The Faculty of Economics and Business:

  • it's Business School has been awarded the prestigious EQUIS accreditation of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).

Accreditation and degree

The Dutch government has legally accredited this Bachelor's programme in 2002. This means that upon successful completion of the programme students will receive a legally accredited Bachelor's degree and the title Bachelor of Science (BSc).

Source: C.van den Bos