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How can you use data to predict future demand? And how do you then use this prediction to set prices or make optimal use of capacity? In short: how can you use the power of data science, big data, statistics, and machine learning to help organisations make strategic decisions?

During the Bachelor of Business Analytics at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you will study every step of the path from raw data to optimal decision.

Organisations today have vast amounts of data at their disposal. To handle all these data, they need professionals who can perform razor-sharp analyses. During the Bachelor of Business Analytics programme, you will learn to optimise business performance by crunching data with algorithms from mathematics and artificial intelligence.

Do you want to learn more about the programme, the admission and application procedure and student life at VU Amsterdam? Then watch the recent International Bachelor's webinar; you can find the recording via this page: vu.nl/en/education/more-about/vu-webinar-bachelor.

Applicants holding a non-Dutch pre-university diploma apply via the International Office. We check if your previous education meets a number of requirements. If you do not yet meet the requirements but expect to do so in the future (such as obtaining your diploma), you can already apply. We will evaluate your application and inform you of our admission decision.

A diploma equivalent to the Dutch pre-university VWO-diploma

See the Diploma Requirement List for examples of accepted diplomas per country.

Please note: this list is meant to give you an indication of admissibility; no rights can be derived from it.

2. Proof of sufficient proficiency in English

Although complete applications are preferred, you can begin your application before you have completed the test and then submit your passing score once you have been conditionally admitted. You can find all accepted tests and scores on our Language Requirements webpage.

3. Proof of sufficient proficiency in Mathematics

After you apply to the programme and upload the required documents in our student portal, your International Student Advisor will have a look at your transcripts to determine whether your diploma is equivalent to the Dutch vwo-diploma and whether your Mathematics level is sufficient.

Admissions Option 2

Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.

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Most graduates of the Bachelor of Business Analytics programme choose to continue their studies, but you can also dive straight into the workforce as a data scientist or consultant. Many organisations are keen to recruit professionals with a unique mix of maths, computer science and business economics.

During your studies you learnt to use data to solve complex problems. You can perform rigorous analyses to arrive at innovative solutions. You also have strong consulting and communication skills. In other words, not only are you able to come up with optimal solutions, but you can also persuade people to put them into practice. All this makes you an asset to every organisation that works with data.

You enjoy maths and embrace the challenge of working with large amounts of data. You know how to use models from maths and computer science to make accurate predictions, and based on the innovative solutions you come up with you are able to advise banks and other organisations.

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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is an internationally renowned research university founded in 1880. The university offers over 175 English taught programs at Bachelors, Masters, and Ph.D. level to over 26,000 students from all over the world. Students and staff of 122 nationalities create a dynamic international academic community. The University distinguishes itself in research and education through four interdisciplinary themes: Human Health and Life Sciences, Science for Sustainability, Connected World, and Governance for Society.

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