Study the MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration from Amsterdam, Netherlands

From Amsterdam, Netherlands, step confidently into advanced leadership and scholarship with the MSc Management Research / Doctor of Business Administration. This fully online pathway empowers ambitious professionals to turn complex questions into rigorous research and practical action—while continuing to live, work, and thrive in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

Delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College, the programme blends robust academic foundations with executive relevance. You’ll master globally applicable management theory and research methodologies that help you analyse, design, and implement evidence-based solutions in any organisational context worldwide.

Awarded a British degree recognised internationally

Earn a respected British degree that signals academic excellence and professional credibility wherever your career takes you. British postgraduate awards are widely understood by employers, institutions, and professional bodies across the world, making your achievement both portable and persuasive on a global stage.

As you deepen your expertise, you’ll build a research portfolio that speaks a universal language of quality and rigour. Whether you are aiming at executive leadership, consultancy, entrepreneurship, or academia, this recognition helps open doors and instils confidence in collaborators, clients, and stakeholders.

Complete 100% online in as little as 4 years

Your timeline matters. The programme is intentionally designed so you can focus, progress, and complete 100% online in as little as 4 years. Each step structures your learning, provides feedback, and keeps your momentum strong without derailing personal and professional commitments.

With a clear roadmap from foundational modules to research and dissertation stages, you’ll see tangible progress semester by semester. The result is a transformative qualification earned at a pace that respects your responsibilities.

No required online presence at specific times or dates

Life in Amsterdam doesn’t pause for fixed class times. This programme does not require online presence at specific times and dates, giving you the freedom to engage with lectures, readings, and discussions when your schedule allows.

Whether you’re leading a team meeting in the morning, cycling along the canals in the afternoon, or catching up on research methodology in the evening, you control your study rhythm. Your learning adapts to you—not the other way around.

Study anywhere—even offline via our mobile app

Travel frequently for work? Heading out of the city for the weekend? Our mobile app enables you to download study material and watch lectures offline, so you can keep learning even when you’re on the move. Your campus travels with you—on the train to Schiphol, on a business trip, or during a quiet hour at your favourite cafe.

This flexibility means you can maintain consistent progress regardless of location or connectivity. Wherever you find focus, your coursework, resources, and support are a tap away.

Open-book assessments that reflect real-world decision-making

Instead of classical question/answer exams, you will engage in open-book assessments that emphasise analysis, synthesis, and application. These assessments mirror the realities of management practice—where success depends on framing the right questions, accessing relevant information, and making sound, defendable decisions.

By using open books assessments, the programme prioritises critical thinking over memorisation. You’ll learn to use frameworks, evidence, and professional judgement to tackle complex problems with clarity and impact.

Guided by tutors with world-class academic pedigrees

Benefit from tutors and faculty who graduated from world-renowned universities such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their diverse academic journeys have shaped a mentoring style that is rigorous, practical, and globally attuned.

These experienced scholar-practitioners bring a wealth of research expertise and real-world perspective to your studies. They care about your growth, challenge your thinking, and help you produce work that meets high international standards.

Thrive in a diverse, global community

Join a student body representing over 130 countries. You’ll learn alongside professionals from multiple sectors, cultures, and perspectives—a powerful advantage when your research touches global markets and multi-stakeholder systems.

Our alumni work for international organisations like United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Flexible fees with up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments

We believe access matters. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, allowing you to invest in your future while managing your cash flow responsibly.

This simple, transparent approach helps you plan with confidence, align study milestones with your budget, and focus your energy where it belongs: on learning and impact.

Why this programme is a strategic fit for Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam is a powerhouse for technology, fintech, and scale-ups—from global names to fast-growing innovators. With advanced training in management research, you’ll be equipped to design data-driven strategies, lead complex change, and build research-backed proposals that resonate with boards, investors, and product teams. Whether you collaborate with fintech leaders, AI ventures, or platform companies, your methodological expertise becomes a differentiator in evidence-led decision-making.

The city’s creative and digital industries thrive on originality that delivers measurable outcomes. Your ability to translate academic theory into market-tested insights can support brand transformation, user-centric innovation, and sustainable growth. From creative agencies to e-commerce leaders, you can chart a path that combines rigorous inquiry with bold execution—a rare and valuable blend in Amsterdam’s competitive landscape.

Amsterdam is also a hub for sustainability, life sciences, and urban innovation—sectors seeking leaders who can bridge policy, research, and practice. With this programme, you’ll be ready to frame strategic questions, conduct high-quality studies, and guide organisations through transitions in circular economy initiatives, health innovation, or smart mobility projects. Your work can inform executive choices that lead to resilient, future-ready outcomes across the city’s key industries.

Take the next step

Your journey to advanced expertise and global leadership can start right where you are—in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Learn at your pace, build international credibility, and transform your career with research that makes a difference. Request our course catalogue to explore modules, schedules, and the path that’s right for you.