Welcome to Rotterdam Business School
Do you want to contribute to solutions that truly drive change? Whether you’re a student, a business, or a partner in our network, at Rotterdam Business School we make an impact together. In our diverse and open community, students, researchers, and businesses work on challenges that move society forward. Sometimes this happens on a large scale, and other times in small, tangible steps that have an immediate effect.
Societal challenges can’t be solved within a single field. That’s why we give you the opportunity to collaborate with students from various programmes and look beyond your own expertise. This collaboration brings unique talents and strengths to the surface. With the resources and space we provide, everyone can develop further and grow – not only in knowledge but also personally.
Education and research strengthen each other at Rotterdam Business School. Practical experience from the field is used to enrich our research, and new research insights flow back into practice. Together with the Research Centre Business Innovation, our centre of expertise for practice-based research focused on innovation and change, we bring renewal to companies ready to embrace the future.
Rotterdam Business School is deeply embedded in the Rotterdam community. Rooted in the city with its hands-on and innovative mentality, we work closely with companies and organisations in Rotterdam and beyond. Making an impact at Rotterdam Business School knows no borders; our network reaches across the globe, providing everyone with the opportunity to make an impact on an international scale.
As a Future Maker, you make a difference in today’s economy and inspire the change needed for tomorrow. You’re not only ready for the future; you are the future.
Let’s change the face of business!
Do you share our ambitions?
Do you want to help create a world that is both sustainable and meaningful? At Rotterdam Business School, we are committed to realising genuine change every day. Together with the Research Centre Business Innovation, our centre of expertise for practice-based research, we focus on four key societal challenges that shape the future:
- Purpose Economy
We show you how thinking differently about the economy can contribute to a better future for everyone. - Circular Economy
We work on new ways to reuse materials and products, creating value for businesses and society. - Digital Economy
We help you develop digital skills to accelerate the transition to a modern, digital world. - Leadership
Making the economy future-proof requires innovative leadership – we teach you how to lead that change.
These core themes enable us to address today’s challenges and find sustainable solutions – in collaboration with you.
The journey begins with our education and research. We support students, lecturers, researchers, and partners to grow together, not only for the world we live in today but for the society we want to create. Rotterdam Business School is a testing ground where we learn and experiment together in an environment that encourages boldness and vision. We are building a place that constantly reflects on our impact and value as a business school.
The world around us is changing rapidly, and we want to work with you not only to keep up with this change but to drive it forward. So join us and discover how, together, we can make an impact now for the future.
The atmosphere at Rotterdam Business School
Rotterdam Business School is located in a new and sustainable building on the Kralingse Zoom campus. The building offers all the facilities you need, from a restaurant and café to study areas and a library. Although the building is large, each programme has its own student lounge where students come together. This way, you experience the small-scale community of your programme within the dynamic setting of a large business school.
Why students choose Rotterdam Business School
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is truly a world city. Home to the largest port in Europe, Rotterdam has global trade and transport links. The city's history of international trade has helped to shape what is now seen as the typical 'roll up your sleeves and get cracking' Rotterdam mentality. Known as the Netherlands' ultimate festival city, Rotterdam buzzes with activity all year round. Cultural, sporting, and music events are plentiful, while the diversity of cultures means that the cuisine is truly global, too.
Rotterdam is home to 180 nationalities and many cultures, subcultures and communities make for a diverse, inclusive and open urban culture. It’s no wonder that more and more international companies and expats settle and build their future in Rotterdam.
International environment
With students from all over the world, our focus is fully international. Besides being part of an international classroom you will have the opportunity to get international experience through projects for international companies and placements or study abroad.
Practice makes Perfect
Education at Rotterdam Business School follows the Rotterdam Education Model (REM), a mixture of knowledge accumulation, practical experience and personal development. All bachelors' programmes include periods of practical work experience and study or placement abroad. Masters' programmes also incorporate a period of practical training. This allows students to gain both experience in their field and a taste of international business even before they graduate.
Learn from Professionals
The international teaching staff at Rotterdam Business School have years of experience in the business world. Many lecturers have held positions in (international) companies in the Netherlands or abroad. Many still work as practitioners or consultant in their various fields. Their experience translates into relevant professional knowledge for and real-life case studies for their students.
Student Support
Student services at Rotterdam Business School are geared toward international students. All our lecturers and support staff speak English as well as many other languages.
The Centre of International Affairs, has lots of experience guiding international students and can help you with information about living in the Netherlands, residence permits, housing, insurance, and bank matters.
Study Success
Each student at Rotterdam Business School is assigned a Study Career Coach at the start of their studies. This coach is will offer you personal guidance throughout your studies. They will help you to identify your strengths and weaknesses which may impact your study progress and will advise you on the best options to help you towards successful completion of your study programme.
