International School of Business

The International School of Business trains students to become young professionals with strong commercial, personal and social skills. The environment is international and individual-focused. We work closely with partner universities abroad and with the international business community.

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Education

Home base for bachelor and master programs

The International School of Business is home to 2 bachelor programs, 1 master program and 1 associate degree. Apart from the fulltime associate degree Business Administration - Sustainable International Business, all programs are fully taught in English. Students of the associate degree are educated bilingually: in English and Dutch. We offer high-quality business education to 1,500 students from 60 different nationalities. Our programs are:

Research

Home base for practice-based research

We work together with the degree programs to tackle social issues. We carry out practice-based research at the Center of International Business Research (CIBR). 

Center of International Business Research
 

Sustainability Transitions in International Businesses

How can organizations overcome barriers to sustainable behavioral change? What innovative approaches and technologies are needed to catalyze ecosystem transformation?

Organizations come to us with these kinds of questions and more. With the wide range of expertise at the Center of International Business Research, we investigate what businesses need to transition towards sustainable, circular practices.

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Study Abroad at the International School of Business

In their 3rd year, the students at HAN's International School of Business have the opportunity to expand their horizons through the Study Abroad. They spend a semester at one of our 130 partner universities worldwide, gaining invaluable international experience, immersing themselves in new cultures and broadening their academic and professional networks. 

Studenten in ISB Basecamp

Our community

The International School of Business has a tight-knit community where students, lecturers and staff come together. Throughout the year, the community organizes many events. We host talent shows, community dinners, sporting events, watch movies in the auditorium, attend masterclasses and so much more!

The ISB Community hosted a sushi workshop.

Alumni community

The International School of Business has a vibrant alumni community consisting of graduates from our past 20+ years. Alumni are welcomed back to contribute to our education and can also participate in our events or join reunion so everyone can see each other again.

Group photo of ISB alumni on its first reunion

Accreditation

All HAN bachelor and master programs are accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO). HAN's bachelor program in International Business is also accredited by FIBAA and EFMD.

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Contact

International School of Business

Arjan Keunen, dean
executivesecretariat.isb@han.nl