In the online application you will be asked to upload proof of all mentioned requirements. Applicants should have a strong interest in economics, business and excellent quantitative mathematical and statistical skills. You are suited for this programme if you would like to bring an international dimension into your life, and have the ambition to pursue an international career. The college of economics and business is looking for excellent students who will finish their bsc degree with good results within three years.

Studying with a foreign diploma at the university of amsterdam means that a student apos s preparatory education must be equal to the dutch vwo diploma or equivalent, with mathematics and english included in the final examination. Applicants with a relevant hbo first year degree are also eligible to apply to the programme, and should have mathematics at vwo level. The starting level of a regular study programme at dutch universities is comparable to that of other western european countries, which is usually one or two years higher than in most countries outside western europe. A student apos s diploma or certificate from previous education will be compared with the list of country qualifications which has been drawn up by the netherlands ministry of education, culture and science. please note: all students are required to start in the first year of the programme. No credits from previous educations can be transferred to the economics and business programme. vwo mathematics certificates can be obtained from: all non native speakers of english are required to demonstrate sufficient proficiency in english.

All students must be able to read textbooks, understand lectures, take part in classroom discussions and undertake written work in english. All non native speakers of english are required to submit a valid english test score which is not older than 2 years on the starting date of the programme. We require evidence of english language proficiency: toefl ibt: minimum 92 at least 20 on each sub score 237 computer based/580 paper based. Reporting number 0398 ielts: minimum 6.5, at least 6.0 on each sub score cambridge english: a first fce , a/b/c advanced cae , a/b/c proficiency cpe the following applicants are exempted from the english test: applicants who have obtained their diploma/degree in one of the following countries: australia, canada with the exception of quebec , new zealand, ireland, united kingdom, united states of america. Applicants with the course english included in their final examination in one of these diplomas e.g. In case of insufficient scores, applicants can do a resit as long as deadlines are respected. If your application passes the first evaluation we will invite you to do our mathematics entrance test.

You need to choose a date in the online application form international applicants need to do this test abroad under supervision of one of their teachers. The mathematics entrance test will put emphasis on calculus wiskunde b topics mainly. You need to correctly apply algebra techniques in: simplifying mathematical expressions with fractions, roots, powers. Factoring expressions solving different types of equations and inequalities working with exponential and logarithmic functions apply rules and techniques of differentiation finding the derivative determine equations for tangents determine domain and range of a function determine stationary points and classification regarding extreme values maximum/minimum and/or inflection points. If you are unable to get a good result for the example test we advise you not to apply for the programme.

If you would like to further prepare yourself, we advise you to study apos essential mathematics for economic analysis apos . By sydsaeter and hammond, 4th edition chapters 1, 2, 4, 6 and 8.6 or introductory mathematical analysis for business, economics and life and social sciences. By haeussler, paul and wood, 13th edition chapters 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 13.

An interview may be part of the selection procedure if the admissions office feels this is necessary. During this interview we will ask you about your motivation for and expectations of the programme. The interview will be conducted by a member of the admission committee and will last approximately half an hour. Dutch students will be invited at our department, whereas international students will be contacted by telephone. updated december 12, 2015: the sample papers for admission tests conducted by colleges and universities in pakistan are now available for download at the following site: please note that the pattern and composition of papers change quite frequently. You must always visit the official website of the institute for up to date sample papers and paper composition/distribution. For sample papers issued by the national testing service nts , see nts sample papers or visit of the official website of nts.

The sample papers/ entry test papers for admission into the beaconhouse national university bnu for the ms/m. Business economics program can be downloaded from the official admission site of the institute given below. You must always contact the university or visit their official website for up to date sample papers. For up to date hec ranking of beaconhouse national university bnu , visit the following site: admission site: a joint degree offered by the department of economics in the faculty of arts and sciences and the harvard business school. The phd in business economics combines economic analysis with the practical aspects of business. This degree is primarily intended to prepare students for careers in research and teaching in business administration and related fields of economics. The general management approach of the harvard business school is an important ingredient in the program.

The program can be distinguished from the harvard phd in economics by its greater emphasis on business fields and its focus on the use of economic analysis and statistical methods in dealing effectively with management problems in these applied business fields. Successful candidates have strong records of academic performance in rigorous programs and exemplary gre general test or gmat scores, especially in the quantitative area. They are not required to hold a degree in economics, though prior coursework is strongly recommended. Furthermore, they generally have an effective working knowledge of college level calculus and linear algebra. Non native english speakers must take the toefl, unless they have obtained the equivalent of a us bachelor degree from an institution at which english is the language of instruction.

The committee prefers scores of at least 100 on the internet based test ibt of the toefl. Further information about the program is available on the harvard business school website. Online applications are available on the graduate school of arts and sciences website. Questions regarding the program should be directed to: this email address is being protected from spambots.