Business
Bachelor of Business Administration
Learning Mode
Full Time
Duration
3 Years (Fast-track) / 4 Years (Regular)
Start date
6 intakes per year (October, November, February, March, May, and August)
Qualification
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Fees
International: €9,800 per year
EU/EEA: €7,500 per year
Location
Apeldoorn / Amsterdam Campus, Netherlands
About the Course
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at Wittenborg University offers a flexible, international, and practice-oriented approach to business education. With 10 specialisations and multiple intakes, students are empowered to build the degree around their ambitions.
Delivered entirely in English and deeply embedded in real-world business practice, the BBA develops leadership, entrepreneurship, and global management capabilities in a diverse international learning environment.
Why choose Business Administration at Wittenborg?
Industry connected
Wittenborg offers practical teaching with real business cases, industry professionals, and company projects, supported by global business connections.
Global opportunities
With campuses in Apeldoorn and Amsterdam, Wittenborg hosts students from 100+ countries and offers study abroad and European internships.
Professional accreditation
Wittenborg’s BBA degrees are NVAO and FIBAA accredited, ensuring global recognition and high academic standards.
Course Overview
The BBA programme blends core business subjects with specialisation modules and real-world application. Students can tailor their pathway by choosing one of several majors, including:
- Financial Services Management
- Entrepreneurship & Small Business
- Logistics & International Trade
- International Marketing & Communication
- Real Estate Management
- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Information Management
- Economics & Management
- Human Resource Management
- Sport Business Management
The curriculum is modular, offering a blend of lectures, group projects, business simulations, and internship experience.
Course Duration
- 3 years (accelerated track): 6-week blocks, 6 intake moments per year
- 4 years (standard track): Includes more foundation-level and support modules
- Includes 3 project weeks and final-year graduation assignment
Students benefit from intensive coaching and small class sizes for personalised learning.
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Introduction to Business
- Financial Accounting
- Marketing & Sales
- Human Resource Management
- Management Information Systems
- Business Law
- Study Skills & Academic Writing
- Personal Development & Planning
Year 2
- Strategic Management
- Project Management
- International Business Environment
- Specialisation Electives (based on major)
- Research Methods
- Internship / Work Placement
Year 3
- Corporate Sustainability
- Leadership & Change
- Applied Business Project
- Final Thesis / Business Plan
- Industry Engagement & Career Coaching
Each module is worth 3–7.5 ECTS. Students complete 240 ECTS in total.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements:
- High school diploma equivalent to Dutch HAVO / A-Level / IB / national equivalent
- For 3-year track: strong academic background
- For 4-year track: applicants with vocational or mixed academic experience
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 iBT / Cambridge B2
- Exemption if prior education was in English
Documents Required:
- Passport copy
- High school transcripts
- Motivation letter
- CV / Resume
- Proof of English proficiency
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees (Per Year):
- International Students: €9,800
- EU/EEA Students: €7,500
Other Fees:
- Application fee: €275
- Registration fee: €250 (one-time)
- Visa support (if applicable): €650
Scholarships & Support:
- Wittenborg Entrance Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship Programme (for selected non-EU students)
- Study loan guidance for EU students
- Flexible payment instalments available
Career Opportunities
Wittenborg BBA graduates are highly sought-after in fields such as:
- International Business Development
- Entrepreneurship & Startups
- Banking & Financial Services
- Logistics & Trade Operations
- Marketing & Brand Strategy
- Human Capital Management
- Hotel & Tourism Management
- Supply Chain Consulting
Many graduates progress into master’s degrees across Europe, including at Wittenborg or UOW Australia.
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