Career prospects

The Master's specialisation in New Economic Geographies, Ecologies and Business Innovation provides graduates entry into rapidly growing sectors of the job market, be it government, business or academia. Graduates will be able to apply the scientific insights and practical skills acquired to topics as varied as local behaviour of firms, business relations, phenomena of industrial agglomeration and economic clustering, the pivotal role of the state, local and global culture, and policymaking at various spatial levels.

After your studies

This specialisation hands you the scientific insights and practical skills for a professional career in jobs such as:

  • Region marketer at a business firm
  • Practitioner in the field of development of cities and regions
  • Consultant for a multinational regarding location or innovation
  • Policy advisor at a government institution

Radboud Career Service

You can always contact the Radboud Career Service or Career Service NSM. The Career Service offers students and young alumni guidance and support as they venture into the labour market. Career Service is available for career guidance, job application tips, or if you require information about internships and job vacancies.

Why stop learning after graduation?

In order to keep pace with the rapid progress in our current society, you must continue to work on your development even after getting a degree. This allows you to keep up with societal change and make a worthwhile contribution to both your personal development and to wider society. For any questions regarding this lifelong development, Radboud Academy is pleased to help you. So, are you looking to deepen your knowledge after obtaining a Master’s degree? Then a post-master might be something for you. Or do you want to learn to translate your academic skills into an actual job? Then you can participate in our Young Professional Programme after your master's (in Dutch).