Career prospects

Our alumni move on to do and further develop themselves in (senior) management or (senior) consulting positions, for others this Master's constitutes a stepping stone to obtain a traineeship, to start their own firm, and/or pursue an academic career through obtaining a PhD in Business Administration. The positions occupied by our alumni show that this Master's provides an excellent basis for finding employment at a range of different organisations.

After your studies

Through the programme you are well-equipped with profound expertise needed to successfully design and change organisations in contemporary society. Given the value of this expertise for organisations, pursuing this Master's specialisation offers a wide range of opportunities as indicated by positions occupied by our alumni, including: 

  • Change-, design- or strategy consultant at both large and more specialised consulting firms such as Berenschot, Cap Gemini, EY, IG&H, Gzicht, Q-Consult, SeederdeBoer and Twynstra Gudde.
  • Change-, project- or general manager at national and international companies such as ABN-AMRO Bank, Alliander, Zwitserleven, ProRail, and Royal Schiphol Group.
  • Internal advisor, manager of policy officer at NGO’s or governmental ministries such as Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, Justice and Security, and Defense.

Alumni also are well-qualified for PhD candidate/Junior lecturer positions at renowned Universities within or outside the Netherlands.

Labour market information

From the graduates of the Master’s programme in Business Administration:

  • 86% found a job within 6 months after graduation.
  • 66% found a job within their field.
  • The gross starting salary based on 39 hours a week is €3.000.

Source: Studiekeuze123 & Alumni Survey Radboud University 2022.

Radboud Career Service

You can always contact the Radboud Career Service or the 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.

Keep developing, even after your Master's

Do you want to stay up to date in your field of study even after your Master's? At Radboud University, we offer advanced education for professionals. Here, you connect the challenges of your future work practice and social issues with scientific insights and practical skills. This way, you strengthen your knowledge, stay ahead in your career, and are always prepared for the next step.