Radboud University - Nijmegen School of Management

Nijmegen School of Management (NSM) is Radboud University’s faculty for management, economics, politics and spatial sciences, grounded in a mission of responsible governance for sustainable societies. Established in 1988, NSM integrates interdisciplinary teaching and research in the Elinor Ostrom Building on the green Heyendaal campus. Its departments span Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, and Geography & Planning.

Backed by Radboud’s reputation as a research-intensive, internationally ranked university, NSM offers small-scale education, accessible staff, and strong research–teaching synergy. A diverse community and solid employability outcomes enhance the academic experience for both Dutch and international students.

NSM graduates benefit from Radboud University’s strong employability record, with 94–95% of master’s graduates securing paid employment within 18 months. Students gain access to university-wide career services, faculty-specific support and the Institute for Management Research, which connects them to internships and applied research projects with public agencies, NGOs and private firms.

Close supervision and active partnerships across the Euregio region help students build professional networks early. Alumni pursue careers in consultancy, civil service, sustainability, spatial planning, policy analysis and organisational development, supported by employer events and Radboud’s expansive international alumni network.

Students choose NSM for its socially engaged, multidisciplinary approach to management and governance. The faculty integrates sustainability, ethics and public-sector relevance across its programmes, offering a distinctive educational experience rooted in responsible organisations and evidence-based decision-making. Small-scale teaching ensures close mentorship and meaningful thesis supervision.

As part of Radboud University, NSM offers access to robust research infrastructure, international academic networks and strong graduate outcomes. Its location in Nijmegen provides a balanced lifestyle with lower living costs than larger Dutch cities, while its English-taught master programmes attract globally minded students seeking impactful careers in governance, sustainability and policy.

NSM drives impact-focused research through its Institute for Management Research and interdisciplinary centres dedicated to sustainability, spatial governance and institutional change. Its projects often involve collaboration with government bodies, civil-society partners and regional organisations, ensuring that academic knowledge contributes directly to policy and practice.

Innovation is advanced through digital learning tools, data-driven research training and real-world thesis partnerships. NSM supports Radboud’s sustainability ambitions, participates in campus-wide environmental initiatives and contributes to entrepreneurship through knowledge transfer and applied research, strengthening regional and international problem-solving networks.

Are NSM master programmes taught in English? Many are offered fully in English, particularly in Business, Economics, Human Geography, Public Administration and Political Science. Applicants must provide recognised English proficiency and hold a relevant bachelor degree.

How does NSM help with internships and jobs? Students benefit from Radboud Career Services, faculty-level guidance, employer events and partnerships with public agencies and companies, enabling strong internship and thesis-placement opportunities.

Where is NSM located and what housing support is available? NSM is based on Radboud’s Heyendaal campus. International students can access university-arranged housing and support from the International Office for accommodation and integration.

Admissions follow Radboud University’s central procedures, with programme-specific academic and language requirements. Bachelor applicants must present qualifying secondary-school credentials, while master candidates need a relevant bachelor degree and proof of English-language proficiency for English-taught tracks. Deadlines vary, particularly for non‑EU students, who should apply early.

Tuition differs for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Scholarship options include Radboud’s merit schemes and external funding. International students receive support with visas, residence permits and housing, while practical guidance is available for budgeting, documentation, and prerequisite verification.