Impact MBA Fast Track | fulltime

The Impact MBA Fast Track is a one-year, fulltime accelerator for your personal development and career advancement, designed to help you secure a new role at a leading organization in the Netherlands or abroad. You will study every other week from Wednesday to Saturday at one of our locations: Amsterdam or Breukelen.  Our innovative online education hub ensures you can effortlessly switch between on-campus and online learning throughout the program. Our new Pre-MBA courses will ensure that you and your fellow students start at the same level, while the main curriculum covers the latest and most crucial business topics. By joining the Impact MBA Fast Track at Nyenrode, you will tap into over 75 years of excellence in business education and connect with a community of 30,000 alumni ready to support and expand your network.

The Impact MBA Fast Track equips you with the latest knowledge and techniques to become an authentic and responsible leader, ready for a sustainable and technologically driven future. Through case method learning, company projects, and introspective exercises, you engage in a dynamic learning environment that mirrors real-world business operations. This immersive approach accelerates your personal development and prepares you for the next phase of your career. During company visits, you have the opportunity to pitch your ideas directly to CEOs from various organizations, gaining invaluable insights into boardroom dynamics. Additionally, a range of elective courses allow you to tailor your MBA to align with your personal interests and future career aspirations. You will study every other week from Wednesday to Saturday at one of our locations: Amsterdam or Breukelen.

Pre-MBA Courses

These courses will be conducted fully online and are designed to prepare you for the core curriculum of the Impact MBA. If based on your background you are not required to complete the Pre-MBA courses you may opt to do so voluntarily to refresh your skills and knowledge. When you are required; successful completion of these courses is necessary before you can begin your MBA studies. The courses include:

• Academic Reading and Writing
• Business Research
• Business Statistics
• Foundations of Finance

Fundamentals of Sustainable Business

Explore the multifaceted interactions between businesses and society at large, covering:

• Sustainable Development and Circularity
• Macro and Ecological Economic
• Sustainability Transition and Systemic Change
• Responsible Marketing Strategy
  

Fundamentals of Management

Engage with key management principles essential for effective leadership in modern organizations, including:

• Data-Driven Decision Making 
• Strategic Management
• Managerial Finance and Accounting
• Organizational Behavior 

Global Immersion Program

Offering perspectives on global markets, cross-cultural management, and geopolitical dynamics.

• Entrepreneurship Development
• Innovation and Digitalization
• Research Methodology

Managing the Organization

Gain a 360-degree view of the organization for effective management and strategic thinking.

• Operations and Process Management
• Organizational Development and Change
• Corporate Finance for Long-Term Value

Personal Leadership Development Journey (PLDJ)

Unlock your leadership potential through reflective practices and interpersonal interaction. You will explore and enhance your strengths and decision-making skills to become a leader who acts responsibly and authentically, aware of the impact you have on others.

Meet the CEO Sessions

Gain firsthand insights and learn from the experiences of top industry leaders. Bridge theory and real-world application, expand your network and inspire your own path to executive leadership.

Final Thesis

Under the guidance of a faculty member you will undertake a research assignment project for a company.

Elective Courses*

• AI, Blockchain and Big Data
• Organizational Dynamics and Sustainability
• Entrepreneurial Finance
• Organization Dynamics and Leadership
• Supply Chain Management
• ESG and Digital Tools
• Changing Global Landscape (Emerging Economies)

*subject to change.

The admissions process for our Impact MBA program takes place in four steps. Once we receive and review your documentation, we will invite you for an (online) interview, afterwards we will inform you on your eligibility.

1. Talk to our MBA program advisor: join a webinar or attend a live event. Schedule a CV review or personal call to discuss your situation and goals.
2. Submit your application online: upload your CV and motivation letter. Include transcripts of your Bachelor’s/Master’s degree and grades list.
3. Take the Nyenrode LTP admission test: assess your personal and intellectual capabilities (e.g., abstract reasoning, numerical skills).
4. Interview with our MBA admissions team: be authentic, professional, and honest. Share what you hope to gain from the MBA and what you can contribute to Nyenrode.

Admission deadline

Apply before the 20th of December 2024 to join the Impact MBA at Nyenrode.

Requirements

To be eligible to apply for our Impact MBA Fast Track, please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree: depending on the type and subject of your previous degree. You may need to complete a portion of a short online preparatory course before starting the Impact MBA. Candidates who aren’t required to complete the preparatory course may opt to do so voluntarily to refresh their skills and knowledge (a fee of 400 euros per course applies). Minimum of 3 years of relevant full-time post-graduate work experience.
• English proficiency test (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 92 / CAE or CPF with a minimum score of 176). The English proficiency test must have been taken within 2 years before the start of the program. Waivers are available upon request for graduates of Bachelors or Master’s degree programs completed in English and for native speakers.
• A GMAT with a minimum score of 550, an equivalent GRE test score, or an average LTP test score of at least 2.3.
• A motivation letter.
• Two reference letters from your work experience.

The Impact MBA Fast Track offers unparalleled benefits, yielding a lifetime of dividends both professionally and personally. This program represents the best value for money investment in you and your future, equipping you with essential skills and an expansive network that will enhance your career and personal growth for years to come.

Cost overview

• No application fees
• Tuition €54,000
• Pre-MBA courses: €400 (per course)

Scholarships

Explore the scholarships available to Dutch and international talents in our Scholarship Flyer.

MBA Funding

For more information on MBA student loans visit the website of Prodigy Finance.

During the Impact MBA there is a lot of attention for your career. You will learn about the ins and outs of the Dutch and global business community, and our Career / Network Event will allow you to learn from MBA alumni. On top of this, Nyenrode has long-standing ties to many corporations.

Meet industry leaders on campus

At Nyenrode we believe in the power of networking. The many company visits in the Netherlands and abroad that will take place during the Impact MBA will allow you to work on real-life business cases for a variety of companies while also making valuable connections for your future career. Moreover multiple times per year, we organize the successful ‘Careers in Networking Sessions’ where in an informal way alumni form different sectors meet with students who are orientating themselves on the labor market, or who a interested to meet with alumni to learn more about potentials mutual business opportunities.

Career and Development Guidance

Our Career and Personal Development department will support you in realizing your career objectives by laying down a solid foundation for your career management, personal branding, and by providing contacts across the corporate world. The philosophy behind Career and Personal Development at Nyenrode is founded on the conviction that 90% of securing the ideal job – or recognizing that you are already in the perfect role, involves knowing who you are, what you are good at, and what you want to achieve. Throughout the Impact MBA, we offer services such as:

• Career events - Network events
• Career and personal development workshops
• CV and cover letter advice
• Career coaching
• Mock interviews