Education: Hints & tips

› Apply as soon as possible. Deadlines may
differ significantly and usually take place
from March till May.

› Sending e-mail (and/or even calling) before or
after applying is highly appreciated.

› In the Netherlands, the academic year starts at
September 1st and ends at August 31st.

› Internships, part time and/or summer jobs are
seriously taken under consideration and could
counterbalance a marginal GMAT score.

› Search for academic articles in several
electronic libraries. Do not forget to check
Google Scholar and SSRN (Social Science
Research Network).

› Get used to addressing your professor with
his/her first name.

› Almost one out of ten students enrolled are
expats.

› Study hard but smart! Exams are most of the
times issues addressed during lectures.

› Try to get involved into as many projects,
assignments, competitions, seminars and
associations as possible. Professors appreciate
it, firms ask for it and it is a good way to enrich
your CV.

› If you think that a subject is interesting do
not hide it. Talk to your professor, search for
more articles, check industry organizations/
corporations and think of a possible thesis
topic.

› If you are late for a class, do not bother
attending it in the middle of the lecture. However,
keep in mind that punctuality is highly
appreciated.