EindhovenFull-time

2011 2012

Fontys International Studies

International Businessand Management studies

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About The Netherlands

The Netherlands is about 41,000 square kilome-tres in area, and has a population of around 16 million. With a rich cultural heritage, the country boasts many of history‘s most famous names in the fields of art, literature, philosophy and science. It also has a long history of inter-national trade, forging links with countries across the world from as early as 1600, bringing together new knowledge, skills, business and ideas. The warm welcome we give to the rest of the world has earned us a well-deserved reputa-tion for openness in business, as well as cultural and social life.

Holland, or The Netherlands? The country’s formal name is ‘Nederland’ (The Netherlands), meaning the ‘low country’ or the ‘lowlands’. ‘Low’ because much of the land is at or below sea level. Holland is in fact the name of the western part of the country which is the most heavily populated of all the provinces, encom-passing Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague. However, Holland is also commonly (and mistakenly) used to refer to The Netherlands as a whole, including all 12 provinces that make up the country.

The south of The Netherlands borders on Belgium and Germany, with the rest of Europe within easy reach by car or the country’s excel-lent public transport system. Our multinational population presents a rich mix of different cultures, each characterised by the tolerance for which the Dutch are famous. When you study in the south of the country, you will quickly learn that we have so much more to offer than wind-mills, tulips, cheese and clogs. Of course you should take time to explore those aspects too!

Eindhoven has a youthful dynamic aura and a warm heart. By population Eindhoven is the fifth largest city in The Netherlands, with about 200,000 residents, and is the largest city in the south of The Netherlands.

The city is a trend-setting centre of innovation and technology. The claim that Eindhoven is ‘leading in technology’ is more than just a slogan. Forty per cent of all Dutch spending on research & development takes place in this region. So it’s no surprise that Eindhoven and the surrounding region is officially referred to as ‘Brainport’. But of course there are also cross-border links with the neighbouring countries. Eindhoven is a nice student town, which combines its dynamic character with a cosy atmosphere, many typical student bars and cafes and a number of interesting museums. These elements and the easy-going southern character of the people help you to feel at home in this town that makes studying a lot more appealing.

Eindhoven

Study in the Netherlands Study in Eindhoven

crossing borders

Study at Fontys

Fontys is a leading European University of Applied Sciences offering higher education from undergraduate to graduate level, offering top quality programmes which are officially accre-dited and our degrees are recognized all over the world. International Business and Management Studies is the perfect preparation to get started in an international business career. IBMS focuses on issues and challenges in the field of International Marketing and Management. Students are trained in management skills that enable them to operate in an international company. Characteristic of the course is its broad business perspective and the focus on marketing, management and finance & accounting. Innovation and E-Business are key attention points in the IBMS programme. Developing your personal and professional competences is a top priority. Our project-based programme will enable you to develop your communication, team working and leadership skills in a truly international & intercultural setting, in which you are closely monitored by a personal tutor.IBMS Eindhoven will give you every opportunity to gain international experience during your studies, since you will be part of an international student community consisting of more than 40 different nationalities. Students have the possibi-lity to gain even more international experience by studying abroad for one semester at one of our partner universities in our extensive network. Gaining practical experience is a highly impor-tant pillar of the IBMS programme. By means of projects and seminars you will get in touch with international business cases. The two internships, which are a compulsory part of the programme, will give you the opportunity to get familiar with

the real business world. Many international / multinational companies as Philips, ASML, DAF, Tom Tom are located in Eindhoven, the trend-setting centre of innovation and technology. IBMS Eindhoven has strong links with many of these companies.

The IBMS programme offers excellent opportu-nities in internationally operating companies. The course has a broad scope, offering a wide range of professional perspectives. You can think of positions in the field of management, supply chain, purchasing, export, marketing & sales.IBMS Eindhoven offers students who are willing to cross borders and explore the world, the opportunity to develop yourself and create your future in international business!

Khangelani HlongwaneIBMS student Studying IBMS at Fontys has made all the difference to me. I have acquired a better understanding of the world and how it works. The internationally engineered course gives you the opportunity to understand and work with people from various parts of the world. It suits the current business trends especially with respect to

globalization. I am very optimistic about my

future prospects.

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Level 1 (semester 1 and 2): the Foundation Year

During semester one, developing a solid foun-dation for successful future studies is the main goal. This means that you will get a thorough grounding in the core subjects. During the first year you will be working on your competences by working on two projects, the Junior Export Manager and the Entrepeneur.

Besides this, workshops in Personal Leadership and Communication are important to improve your personal competences. You will sometimes work individually, sometimes in groups. During the whole year you will be able to gather items of evidence for the first assessment. Key subjects are International Marketing, Business Research, International Management, Finance, Export and Economics & Law, Business Process Management, Consumer Behavior, E-business.

Level 2 (semester 3, 4 and 5)

Semester 3 focuses on the domain competences Strategic & Entrepreneurial Management and Marketing at an advanced level. You will do an international marketing project based on a simulated case study, e.g. on one of the leading global beer brewers: InBev, in order to develop both your personal and domain competences. Specific modules in this semester are: Strategic Business Planning, International Marketing, Financial Accounting, Business Communications, Management, International Law, Intercultural & Human Resources Management, Statistics, E-Commerce & Supply Chain Management.

During semester 4 you can choose a minor,varying from Study Abroad to Language and Culture, Entrepreneurship and many others,depending on your personal interest.The last part of level 2 (semester 5) will be an internship, which you can do in the Netherlands or abroad, gives you an opportu-nity to gain practical experience in doing international business and further develop your professional skills.

Level 3 (semester 6, 7 and 8)

During level 3 you join the IBMS major programme in semester 6 and 8 and attend a minor in semester 7. Level 3 is focused on the integration of all elements of the business environment of an international company.In semester 6 you are going to work in teams as a consultant for a real life company. The company will give you, the consultant, an assignment in one of the three business lines: - Innovative, Knowledge and Human Resources management; - Internal Business Processes & Logistics - Strategic Management in relation with Customer Relationship.

Study programme

Sinuo Li, IBMS student from China

Studying at Fontys is a fantastic experience for me. It is quite different from what I was used to. Fontys focuses on training students’ communication skills, leadership, cooperation, ability of analyzing and dealing with problems, etc. The most interesting and

important thing for me is doing business

projects in a group and learning what you

can’t learn from books! If you want to be

an entrepreneur, this is the kind of expe-

rience you need. Also, in the project group,

you make friends and learn from each other.

I totally enjoy studying at Fontys, and stu-

dying in The Netherlands.

In 2010 the International Business programme

in Eindhoven has received a special quality

award for the international features of the

programme

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Educational system

Next to state of the art knowledge, a specific training programme gives you the appropriate skills to act as a professional consultant.

In semester 7 you have the opportunity to study specific topics of Management or Marketing offered at an advanced level. Another option could be to prepare for your future Master’s study by following the minor Academic Orientation

The individual graduation project is the master proof of your IBMS programme. This project will take place in semester 8. During your internship in an international company that is based in The Netherlands or abroad, you will write a final thesis on a specific assignment usually in the field of international marketing and/or manage-ment. This is your opportunity to show that you are ready to become a Bachelor of Business Administration.

Project-based learning

To enable you to do so, the school has developed a system of project-based learning, in which you carry out a number of projects dealing with different aspects of the international marketing and management practice. In groups of approxi-mately six students, you execute the tasks and assignments connected with the projects. In doing so, you learn to search and study the relevant literature, to look for the required information (desk research) and to execute field research, if necessary. By working in teams, you learn how to co-operate, how to participate in meetings, to plan activities and to execute them according to the plan. You learn to develop your leadership skills and to control the quality of the products and processes involved. Finally, you learn how to present your results to the lecturers and/or companies. In addition to the projects you are trained in specific skills. The skills training focuses on improving business communication skills, professional skills and management skills.

Ruud van Dullemen, IBMS student from Holland

The International Cool Hunt

Project is great for

developing your marketing skills. ‘Cool things’

could be anything, as long as they match the

criteria of being attractive, inspiring and

having future growth potential. In this

project, you learn to see the world through

different eyes and you find yourself on top

of information regarding new developments

through the channels you use. Take a look

at our results at www.fontys.nl/lectoraten/

trendwatching and www.scienceofthetime.com and

see what people worldwide think is cool.

explore the world

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Admission requirements

• International Baccalaureate with mathematics;• General Certificate Secondary Education with

mathematics;• Havo or vwo certificate with mathematics; • for all equivalent educations, please send us

your documents for Diploma assessment.

For non-EU students who didn’t follow their secondary school in the English language: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 score is required.

Enrolment / Requirements10 steps to successful enrolment at International Business and Management Studies, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven

1. ApplicationSend in the application form together with: Certified copies of your diploma(s): in the original language and in English, certified copies of your gradelist(s): in the original language and in English, resume, a copy of your birth certificate, a copy of your passport, 1 passport sized photo, original report of TOEFL or IELTS test. Application deadlines: 1 June for September enrolment and 1 November for February enrolment.

2. Diploma evaluationFontys University of Applied Sciences will validate your diplomas to see if you can be admitted to IBMS. This procedure takes approximately 2 to 4 weeks.

3. AdmissionIf you can be admitted based on your previous education, sufficient IELTS score and an intake interview, you will receive an admission letter and an invoice for the school fees and if applicable the insurance, housing, visa and residence permit application fees.

4. PaymentYou are required to pay the invoice within two weeks.

5. Application housingIf you require accommodation and you have paid the housing deposit along with your school fees, Fontys will reserve a room for you.

6. Visa applicationAfter receipt of your payment and all necessary documents, Fontys will send your visa application to the Dutch Immigration Office. This procedure takes approximately 2 weeks.

7. Visa approval and visit to the embassyFontys will inform you as soon as your visa application has been approved. You will then visit the embassy to collect your visa.

8. Book your flight to the Netherlands

9. Apply for a Buddy / pick up serviceFontys has a buddy system and can provide you with a student who can pick you up from the airport or railway station

10. Arrival at Fontys and start of your studies!

Open up new horizons

Dinara SadvakassovaIBMS student from Kazakhstan

I did not regret studying IBMS for one

minute. I have changed my attitudes, gained

priceless experiences and I improved skills like

communication and problem solving. I have

learned a lot about the business environment,

about how to work in projects with a group

of people, how to organise, and how to

implement knowledge in real life. The lectures

are very motivating. After my education, I

want to start my own business in Kazakhstan.

Dinara Sadvakassova

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Study costs 2011-2012For non-EU students: Tuition fees € 5.500,-.Visa application € 438,-For EU-students: Tuition fees € 1.713,-

Additional costsAccomodation approximately € 4.800,-All-in Insurance € 442,-Books, readers € 400,-Departmental fees € 46,-

Loan for EU- and EEA students As from September 1st, 2007 EU/EEA students who are not entitled to full funding of their studies for a higher-educational course in the Netherlands are entitled to part of the funding of the ‘studiefinanciering’, namely the tuition fees borrowed. The loan tuition fees is a monthly loan intended specifically for the payment of the tuition fees. Your loan repayments commence two years after your graduation.

Pre-University CourseEntry RequirementsOne of the requirements for our Bachelor programmes is IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550. If you are unable to meet this requirement, Fontys International Studies in Eindhoven offers students the possibility to follow a Pre-Course.

Duration and feesEntry requirements: IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 500: 5 months course € 4.250,- (starting in February, deadline for application 15 December) Included are examination fees (intake assessments) and the fee for the IELTS exam.

Study Costs

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Why study in Holland?• Eindhoven is internationally known as a centre of science and technology• Eindhoven is the fifth largest city in The Netherlands. There are good transportation

facilities by car, train and plane. • Eindhoven has pleasant, friendly streets, beautiful parks, a lively and attractive

centre and cultural and sporting activities of international standing. • Fontys Eindhoven offers its students a lot of sports facilities like swimming, fitness

and squash. You can become a member of the University of Technology Sportscampus for a student friendly fee.

• Fontys Eindhoven campus is equipped with computer rooms, library and a student restaurant. Wireless internet is available throughout the campus.

• Fontys will assist you in finding a place to live. Most of the international students live in a house together with other students, a so called ‘student house’. You rent your own room in the student house. Usually, you share a kitchen and a bathroom together with other students.

• The Fontys International Students Association (FISA) gives international students or visitors at Fontys important first hand information about the dynamic organisation that Fontys is. The goal of Fontys International Student Association is ensuring the well-being and rights of the international students.

Additional information

For the most recent information, please visit our website www.fontys.nl/ibmsor send an e-mail to: ibms@fontys.nl

The Dutch education system is interactive and focuses on team-work, which makes it easy to meet other international students. Studying in Holland will develop an open mind and increase your international orientation.