OpenFieldTIAS Sustainable Leadership & Social Impact International Scholarship
Prestigious merit scholarship awarded to exceptional candidates who demonstrate strong leadership potential and a proven commitment to ESG principles and societal impact.
TIAS School for Business and Society: Sustainable Finance, Executive MBA & Leadership
TIAS School for Business and Society, the premier joint business school of Tilburg University and Eindhoven University of Technology, is ranked among Europe's top business schools, holding triple-crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) and renowned for responsible leadership and sustainable finance.
Verified degree programs and opportunities
Review checked academic pathways and funding options below:
Full-Time Master of Science in Business Administration (FT-MScBA)
One-year NVAO-accredited Master of Science based in Utrecht offering specializations in Business Analytics, Finance, Investment Management, and Change Management.
Executive PhD / Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) in Sustainable Finance
Four-year executive doctoral program conducted in collaboration with Tilburg University, examining climate risk pricing, ESG reporting standards, and green bond performance.
European Circular Economy & Corporate Governance Research Study
Applied empirical research study analyzing EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) compliance and supply chain emissions across multinational enterprises.
Amsterdam Financial Center ESG & Impact Investing Practicum
Six-month structured business internship based in Amsterdam/Utrecht with institutional pension funds, private equity firms, and sustainable investment banks.
TIAS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Behavioral Economics & Responsible Leadership
Two-year postdoctoral fellowship investigating executive behavioral biases in strategic decision-making, algorithmic governance, and corporate integrity systems.
Associate Professor / Professor of Sustainable Business Models
Senior faculty post to teach executive MBA and Master's programs, conduct cutting-edge research on circular business models, and lead executive corporate advisory projects.
Admissions, language requirements & application process
- Master's admission eligibility
- Recognized Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with strong academic standing.
- Doctoral admission eligibility
- Executive PhD / Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA): Master's degree plus at least 5 years of senior management experience.
- Language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each sub-test) or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Research statement / Proposal
- Curriculum vitae, detailed letter of motivation, and essay addressing sustainable business impact.
- Application fee
- €100 application assessment fee.
- Required documentation
- Bachelor's diploma, academic transcripts, CV, two reference letters, and motivation essay.
Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems
Tuition for full-time Master of Science in Business Administration is approximately €23,500 for the full program. TIAS offers generous merit-based scholarships between €5,000 and €10,000 for top-tier international and EU candidates.
Verified faculty profiles and research leaders
Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at TIAS School for Business and Society:
Prof. Dr. Jenke ter Horst
Dean & Director of TIAS & Professor of Finance · Socially Responsible Investing, Pension Fund Finance, Asset Pricing, Mutual Funds
Prof. Dr. Dirk Lefeber
Professor of Corporate Finance & Energy Economics · Energy Transition Finance, Corporate Valuation, Capital Budgeting, M&A
Dr. Mirjam Minderman
Senior Researcher in Sustainability & Business Ethics · Corporate Sustainability, ESG Strategy, Circular Economy, Responsible Leadership
Important verification note
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