Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Deze opleiding
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locatieGroningen |
diplomaMSc |
typeregulier, 60 EC |
start1 februari, 1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code60644 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) comprise over 95% of businesses in many countries. SMEs are renowned for their entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurial activities allow firms to remain competitive, they can create economic growth and innovation, and they can solve societal problems.
You learn to understand the role SMEs and entrepreneurial firms are playing in the modern entrepreneurial economy, more importantly, the strategic and managerial challenges small business owners and entrepreneurs face. Many management programmes focus on large businesses, whereas SMEs and entrepreneurial firms have specific characteristics. You will learn about them and how small business owners and entrepreneurs can effectively manage their businesses in an increasingly complex business environment.
You will link the specific theories on SMEs and entrepreneurship to practice by means of assignments and guest lectures. The programme has an international group of enthusiastic, highly-reputed lecturers with research experience and contacts in the professional field. Besides, the relatively small group of students (about 50-60 each year) results in a personal approach with possibilities for customization.
Waarom aan de RUG?
- More than 95% of the business community consists of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Yet most management programmes focus on large businesses. In the MSc SB&E, you learn more about the management of SMEs, about the entrepreneurial economy and the challenges entrepreneurs are facing.
- The programme has been internationally accredited by the AACSB and EQUIS, ensuring a high-quality education, which only 1% of universities reach worldwide.
Studieprogramma

periode | |||||
Business Diagnosis and Design | |||||
Small Business Management | |||||
Strategic Analysis for Small Business | |||||
Research & Skills for MSc BA | |||||
Master's Thesis BA SB&E | |||||
New Ventures & Entrepreneurship | |||||
Elective(s) MSc BA SB&E |
specialisaties
specialisatie Sustainable Society Focus Area
Focus your MSc on Sustainable Society and gain specialised knowledge in the field. There are two steps to the Sustainable Society Focus Area:
- complete two electives from a predetermined list 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on a sustainable society topic
specialisatie Digital Business Focus Area
Focus your MSc on Digital Business and gain specialised knowledge in the field. There are two steps to the Digital Business Focus Area-
- complete two of eight chosen electives 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on a digital business topic
specialisatie Energy Focus Area
Focus your MSc on Energy and open up extra career opportunities. There are two steps to the Energy Focus Area-
- complete two of four chosen electives 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on an energy topic
specialisatie Master Internship
Opportunity to gain work experience by doing an internship in the second semester of your study.
You will be rewarded 15 ECTS on top of your programme. Your thesis will be postponed to the third semester.
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
case study, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, tutorial, lecture, working group, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, self studystudy guidance
Studying means working independently and planning your studies yourself. But successful studying depends on many different factors, so it is understandable that you may need to consult an impartial expert to discuss your study progress and personal circumstances that influence your studies. The faculty's study advisors are available to help you. Obviously, everything discussed with the study advisor remains confidential.study abroad
All tracks facilitate but do not organize an international exchange.Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 15 oktober 2023
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aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
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Students with a Dutch diploma can apply directly to Studielink. More information on the steps to apply.
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business.
To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc.
inbegrepen in collegegeld
examination |
registration fee |
De stad
studievereniging
EBF
The Economics and Business Faculty association (EBF) is the faculty association for all students studying at the faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Groningen.The EBF is your partner during your time in Groningen by organising events that support you with your studies and help you prepare for your future career.
Master Community - SBE
Make the most of your master by getting to know your fellow students and prepare for your future career.Keuzehulp

Studievergelijker
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
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Business administration
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Strategic Innovation Management
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Change management
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Health
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Management Accounting and Control
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Business Analytics & Management
€ 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Accounting & Financial Management
€ 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Master in Management
€ 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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61% vrouw |
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Strategic Management
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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61% vrouw |
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Strategic Human Resources Leadership
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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61% vrouw |
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Organisational Design & Development
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
42 eerstejaars |
61% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Management
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
42 eerstejaars |
61% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Marketing
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
42 eerstejaars |
61% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Business Administration
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
42 eerstejaars |
61% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
International Business
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
42 eerstejaars |
61% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Business Analysis and Modelling
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
42 eerstejaars |
61% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Business Administration
€ 250 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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Consumer Marketing
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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100% Engelstalig |
Premaster Business Administration
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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100% Engelstalig |
Strategy and Organization
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
210 eerstejaars |
65% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
International Management
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
210 eerstejaars |
65% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Management Consulting
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
210 eerstejaars |
65% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
Human Resource Management
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
210 eerstejaars |
65% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Financial Management
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
210 eerstejaars |
65% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Leadership and Change Management
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
210 eerstejaars |
65% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
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Na de studie

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