Organization and Management Studies
Learn how to diagnose organizational problems such as inefficient communication between departments, formulate research-based solutions for these problems, communicate these effectively with relevant stakeholders, and manage the implementation processes. The Master’s program in Organization and Management Studies builds on an interdisciplinary social science perspective by drawing on insights from organizational science, strategic management, and organizational behavior.
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Program and courses
Learn how to develop and change organizations with evidence-based interventions. You learn to diagnose organizational problems, formulate research-informed solutions to those problems, communicate these effectively to the relevant stakeholders in their respective organizations, and manage the implementation processes. In this Master's program, you will find answers to questions such as how can you facilitate collaboration within an organization as well as with external partners to the benefit of both? And how can you design successful organizational interventions while keeping in mind various factors such as macro-trends, customer preferences, and new regulations?
- The combination of insights from organization science, strategic management, and organizational behavior makes this program unique in the Netherlands and Europe
- During this program you will get small-scale, interactive education taught by leading scientists in the field. Apart from practical teamwork with frequent group assignments, you will also learn through serious gaming.
- Deepen your knowledge and skills by doing an Extended Master's Program. This advanced program adds a one-year internship to the regular program with a wide range of companies to choose from. During the first semester, you will follow the same courses as the regular Master's program.
Related tracks
The Master's program Organization and Management Studies is the main program of this discipline. It is also possible to specialize by pursuing one of the tracks.
- The Organizing for Global Social Challenges track gives you a different perspective on sustainable development based on the theories and methods pertinent to the Global Management of Social Issues discipline. This specialization focuses on the role of organizations in addressing global social challenges.
- In the Organizing and Managing Digital Transformation track you examine how digital technologies impact core organizational processes and reshape relationships between and within organizations. You will study how organizations respond, adjust, and navigate technological transformations from multiple perspectives.
Typical courses are:
- Organizing Strategy and Entrepreneurship
- Evidence-Based Intervention
- Complexity within Organizations
- Societal Developments and Institutions
- Organizational Dynamics
- Interorganizational Relationships
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Judith Groenewoud
Master's student"The program is challenging and can be demanding but it’s worth it. You gain knowledge in organizational change and dynamic. Plus you get to apply this in practice in case studies with existing companies."
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Joris Mostert
Master’s student"The courses challenge you to get familiar with theories regarding organizational dynamics. A link is made with practice, and prepares you well for your career after the Master’s program."
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Janneke Pladet
Extended Master's Program student"During my traineeship I was able to apply the theory in practice. Through ‘serious games’ in the courses, we learned to think creatively and come up with new ideas. Very challenging!"
Career prospects
With this Master's program, you become an organizational analyst, able to understand problems faced by organizations and to help companies and governments respond to fast-changing environments. As a graduate, you understand how organizations are structured and developed, and you are able to analyze and deal with problems in organizations, which is vital in an ever-changing society.
You are prepared for management, consultancy, and project management positions in the public and private sectors, as well as for a career in research. Recent graduates have found work in project management, consulting, research, and analysis.
Top 5 sectors where alumni work:
- Management Consultancy
- Finances and Insurances
- Information Technology and Services
- Government
- Healthcare
Alumni facts
- 77% of our alumni find a job within 3 months after graduation
- Gross monthly income, one year after graduation: € 2,931,-
- Would (definitely) recommend the study to friends, family or colleagues: 72%
Source: National Alumni Survey, 2021 | n = 18
Application and admission
This program starts:
End of August (both the Master’s and the pre-Master’s program)
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Pre-Master’s program:
A one-year (60 ECTS) pre-Master’s program is available if your previous program is relevant but does not meet the required entry level, for example a Bachelor's degree from a University of Applied Sciences.
Tuition fees and scholarships
International students find all information about tuition fees and scholarships here.
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Interested in finding accommodation in Tilburg as you get ready to start your studies? Join our interactive Live Webinar on Housing on April 25. Meet our international team and learn more about the city. You can join the 1-hour webinar either at 10:00 or 16:00 CEST.
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Campus Experience
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Master's Open day
Are you interested in doing a Master's program? Do you want to specialize or are you looking for a Master that broadens your possibilities? Join us at the Master's Open day on November 16 to find out which (pre-)Master's program suits you best. Learn all about our (pre-)Master’s programs and tracks, and ask teachers, students, and education coordinators your questions.
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