Research project description
Needle insertion is one of the most common minimally invasive clinical procedures. It is used for diagnosis, localized drug delivery, and tissue sample removal from tumours deep within the body. These procedures are often performed under the guidance of magnetic resonance (MR) images. For effective medical diagnoses and treatments, the needle must reach its intended target. However, tissue inhomogeneity, organ deformation, and physiological processes cause the needle to deviate from its intended path. In order to increase the targeting accuracy of needles and improve clinical outcomes, the goal of this research project is to develop:

• An MR-compatible robotic device (PhD: Mechanical Design – Position 1)
• Patient-specific biomechanical tool-tissue interaction models (PhD: Biomechanical Modeling – Position 2)
• Techniques to track and control needle path using MR images (PhD: Image Processing, State Estimation and Control – Position 3)

The following collaborating groups at the University of Twente will conduct this research:

• Biomechanical Engineering (http://www.bw.ctw.utwente.nl/), Control Engineering (http://www.ce.utwente.nl), and Signals and Systems (http://www.sas.el.utwente.nl/).
• External collaborators: Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Demcon Twente BV, Xivent Medical BV, and Siemens Nederland NV.

The University of Twente

The University of Twente (http://www.utwente.nl) is an entrepreneurial research university, located in Enschede, the Netherlands. The present project is part of MIRA – Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine (http://www.utwente.nl/mira/).

What we ask

The successful applicant has completed a Master’s degree in mechanical, biomedical, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline. He or she should possess excellent skills and practical experience in one or more of the following research areas: mechanical design, soft tissue mechanics, finite element modeling, image processing, and signal processing. Experience at the intersection of one or more of these areas are desirable. Proficiency in written and spoken English is required. An interview will be part of the selection procedure.

What we offer

We offer a contract for four years. The extent of this position is a maximum of 38 hours per week (1 fte) according to the Dutch university rules. The monthly salary of a PhD student, in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU), ranges from ! 2042 gross in the first year to ! 2612 gross in the fourth year. Additionally, the University of Twente provides excellent facilities for professional and personal development, a holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus, and a number of additional benefits. Your main responsibility will be to carry out research, but you will be given the opportunity to acquire some teaching experience as well.

Information and application

Applications will be evaluated on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Please email your application, including cover letter, CV, and the contact information for at least two references as a *single* PDF file with “Application MIRIAM: Position #” in the subject line to: CeSecretary@ewi.utwente.nl

Contact information:

Ms. Carla Gouw-Banse / Ms. Jolanda Boelema-Kaufmann
Control Engineering
University of Twente
P.O. Box 217
7500 AE Enschede
Netherlands
Tel. +31-53-4892606
Fax +31-53-4892223
Email: CeSecretary@ewi.utwente.nl

If you have questions regarding the positions, please contact:

• Dr. Herman van der Kooij (H.vanderKooij@utwente.nl) – Position 1
• Dr. Sarthak Misra (S.Misra@utwente.nl) – Position 2
• Dr. Ferdi van der Heijden (F.vanderHeijden@utwente.nl) – Position 3

Source:
http://www.tnw.utwente.nl/tm/news/vacancies/MIRIAM-PhD-AD.pdf

The goal of this project is to design, implement and validate a fast and high-performance control algorithm on multi-core, off-the-shelf hardware to control a large-scale adaptive optics system for application in extremely large telescopes. The PhD student will evaluate several efficient AO control algorithms, including algorithms developed at DCSC, further optimise the computational complexity versus performance trade-off, and implement and validate the method on a multi-core AO demonstrator system. The project, which is funded by the ESFRI Consortium, is a collaboration between Delft University of Technology (Delft Centre for Systems and Control) and the University of Utrecht (Astronomical Institute).

Requirements

We are looking for a candidate with an MSc / PhD degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or the equivalent, with a strong background in numerical algorithms for control and signal processing. Experience with parallel processing is advantageous. The candidate is expected to further develop the research on fast and high-performance adaptive optics algorithms that has been initiated at DCSC, to validate these in a laboratory demonstrator and to publish his/her research in scientific publications. If you have already earned a PhD in a field relevant to this project, you are encouraged to apply for this position as a post-doctoral researcher.

Application Deadline 1 August 2010

For further information:
http://www.tcd.ie/Physics/People/Brian.Espey/IRCSET_SSAGE/IRCSET_SSAGE_additional_team_member_info.pdf

The Ph.D. candidates will be appointed at the participating university with which the supervisor is affiliated.

The positions are 1,0 fte for 4 years (or 0,8 for 5 years).

The Ph.D. candidates will be appointed initially for eighteen months at the in ISIS participating university with which the promotor is affiliated. At satisfactory performance during that period, the appointment will be renewed for another two and a half years. Remuneration will be

• € 2,042 gross per calendar month in the first year, increasing to a maximum of
• € 2,612 gross per calendar month in the fourth year is in accordance with current pay scales as indicated in the ‘CAO voor Nederlandse Universiteiten’.

You will also receive a end-of-year bonus of 8.3% of your yearly income.

Candidates should hold a MA degree or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with a MA in the Humanities, Social sciences or Theology with a specialisation in the field of Islam and Muslim societies.

Outstanding research qualities manifest in a high-quality MA thesis or equivalent.

Excellent command of English
Application Deadline 14 June 2010

For further information
vacature@hum.leidenuniv.nl

The introduction of the Bologna system in higher education in Europe comprises various aspects. Issuing a Diploma Supplement and properly applying the ECTS system, including the relevant documents, are services offered to the student, plus they make an international comparison of education systems and certificates possible.

The grant is usually awarded for a maximum of 2 years for a Master’s degree programme, and a maximum of 4 years for a PhD. For PhD, part of the research should be conducted in the home country and part in Groningen .

The grant covers the tuition fees plus the costs of international travel, subsistence, books, and health insurance. It covers expenses incurred in travelling to and from the Netherlands for PhD candidates for a maximum of 4 times. For specific information, please check the rules & regulations [PDF].

Eligible candidates

In all cases candidates who are employed and supported by an institute or university in a developing country that has signed a co-operation agreement with the University of Groningen and who receive an income from that institution will be given preferential treatment. Candidates should: be nationals of and have their permanent residence in one of the country’s listed, have a good command of the English language, be in good health so health insurance in the Netherlands can be arranged, be available for the whole period of the fellowship and be able to take part in the entire study programme, have no other means of financing the study in question.

Further criteria for approval are: (a) academic excellence, shown by academic performance and may be confirmed by letters of recommendation from university professors; (b) contribution of candidate’s education in terms of strengthening the scientific capacity in the candidate’s home country; (c) perspectives to a long-term linkage between the home institution and the University of Groningen

Extra criteria for PhD candidates are: applicant should be employed by a research institute of university in one of the listed countries and receive an income from the home institution, application should be supported by this organization, the University of Groningen must be able to provide an academic supervisor who will be responsible for the scientific supervision of the research

Countries of origin:

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Central African Replublic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, China, Colombia, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kiribati, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Moldova, Mongolia, Macedonia, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Morocco, Nepal, Niger, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Namibia, Niue, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Autonomous Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, Sudan, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tokelau, Tonga, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tuvalu, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe, East Timor, South Korea

Purposes: Master, Ph.D.
Deadline: Applicants need to meet the deadline of the respective Master’s or PhD programmes. Application forms for Master’s programmes can be found through the websites or Admissions Offices of the respective faculty or Graduate School . Application deadline for the scholarship is 22 February.

Application:

Applications for student scholarships can be submitted by students from one of the eligible countries for a Master’s or equivalent programme at the University of Groningen.

Master’s degree programmes: A step-by-step application guide
1. First the candidate should apply for admission to a study programme at the University of Groningen .

2. When the candidate applies for this admission, he or she must indicate on the application form that his/her study performance is excellent and that he/she wishes to be nominated for a Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship.

3. If the study programme agrees with the candidacy for a EBF scholarship, they will send a standard application form including the motivation of the candidate to the Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund prior to 1 March. Per studyprogramme only two candidates can be nominated.

4. The Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund will take a decision during their meeting in March.

5. The studyprogramme and the candidate will both be informed on the decision taken by the Board.

6. If a candidate is selected the coordinator and the candidate will have contact on the details of his or her arrival. If necessary he/she can contact the Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund for extra assistance.

PhD programmes

Applications for PhD grants may only be submitted by individuals from developing countries if endorsed by a professor of the University of Groningen and with the support of their home institution / partner university. The application should contain an elaborated research proposal or pre-proposal. The application may also be submitted by the academic supervisor at the University of Groningen or at the home institute in the developing country. The academic supervisor in Groningen participates in one of the Research Schools or Research Institutes of the University of Groningen .

More information: For rules & regulations [PDF]. For detailed information regarding the scholarship programme, please contact the office of the Ubbo Emmius Fonds. E-mail: msd@rug.nl, tel. +31 (0)50 363 7597, fax: +31 (0)50 363 7598. Postal address: Eric Bleumink Fund, University of Groningen, P.O. Box 72, 9700 AB Groningen, The Netherlands.

Moreinfo: http://www.rug.nl/prospectiveStudents/scholarships/ericBleumink

Description
5 PhD positions in the profile area Islam and Muslim societies
vacancy number: 10-113

In the coming six years (2010-2015) ISIS has made available special funds to build an integrated interdisciplinary thematic profile area which focuses on lslam and Muslim societies. One of the main aims is to integrate and mobilize the knowledge and expertise in the field.
The Ph.D. candidates will be appointed at the participating university with which the supervisor is affiliated.

Conditions of employment

• The positions are 1,0 fte for 4 years (or 0,8 for 5 years).
• The Ph.D. candidates will be appointed initially for eighteen months at the in ISIS participating university with which the promotor is affiliated. At satisfactory performance during that period, the appointment will be renewed for another two and a half years. Remuneration will be
• € 2,042 gross per calendar month in the first year, increasing to a maximum of
• € 2,612 gross per calendar month in the fourth year is in accordance with current pay scales as indicated in the ‘CAO voor Nederlandse Universiteiten’.
• You will also receive a end-of-year bonus of 8.3% of your yearly income.

Requirements

• Candidates should hold a MA degree or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with a MA in the Humanities, Social sciences or Theology with a specialisation in the field of Islam and Muslim societies.

• Outstanding research qualities manifest in a high-quality MA thesis or equivalent.

• Excellent command of English

Procedure

Applicants, with an MA degree in a relevant field and proficiency in English, are asked to submit a concrete interdisciplinary research plan.

The applications procedure will consist of two rounds. In the first round a selection will be made based on a short research proposal of maximum 1000 words. Those who are selected will be asked to write a full research proposal of maximum 5000 words. The full proposal has be accompanied by two reference letters. An interview may be part of the selection procedure.

Application

First round reactions before 14 June 2010:

• Letter of applications
• Fact sheet
• Short Research Proposal (maximum 1000 words)

Second round reactions before 15 August 2010 (only for those invited):

• Two reference letters
• Full research Proposal (maximum 5000 words)

Letters of application can be sent by post or email (preference) to the address below, and should reach our office no later than 14 June 2010. Please quote the vacancy number in your application. Adress:

Faculteit der Geesteswetenschappen
Afdeling Personeel en Organisatie
Postbus 9515
2300 RA Leiden

Email: vacature@hum.leidenuniv.nl

For further information please contact Dr. P. de Bruijn p.de.bruijn@hum.leidenuniv.nl or 0031 071 5272592

Source:
http://vacatures.leidenuniv.nl/wetenschappelijk/10-113-5-ph-d-positions.html

For whom?

1. Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master’s degree programme starting February 2011 ( All MA, MSc and LL.M programmes as mentioned on the website Master’s programmes in Leiden).
2. All nationalities enrolling in the following programmes starting February 2011:
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Air and Space Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European and International Business Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Tax Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Public International Law
   • MA in International Relations and Diplomacy

Additional requirements:

1. In his or her prior academic education abroad, the applicant must have achieved excellent study results which are relevant for the programme for which the student wishes to enroll. As an indication, the student will be among the top 10% for the relevant programme followed abroad
2. The applicant will hold a non-EU/EEA passport and will not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans (”Studiefinanciering”; more information)
3. Scholarships will not be awarded to applicants who have already obtained a Leiden University master’s degree
4. Students who are granted a Leiden Excellence Scholarship must comply with and confirm in writing their agreement with the terms and conditions (pdf) attached to the scholarship prior to the granting of the scholarship.

Scholarship Amount:

The Leiden University Excellence Scholarship programme has 5 awards:

• Platinum: Covers the tuition fee minus the home fee* and an allowance of €10,000 for living costs
• Gold: Covers the tuition fee minus the home fee*
• Silver: Covers 75% of the tuition fee
• Bronze: Covers 50% of the tuition fee
• Ivory: Covers 25 % of the tuition fee

* The tuition fee will be reduced to the amount of the home fee. Students who have been awarded a Platinum or Gold award still have to pay the home fee themselves.

Application procedure for February 2011 intake:

Letter of motivation

To apply for the scholarship, you should write a letter of motivation (in Word) of a maximum of 500 words, in which you indicate why you believe you should be considered for this scholarship. The Word document should then be attached on the scholarship page in your online application for the master’s programmes for which you are applying.

It is possible to submit applications for more scholarship programmes simultaneously. However, it is not possible to obtain more than 1 scholarship from Leiden University for the same study programme.

If you have already submitted your online application for admission to Leiden University, but would still like to apply for the LExS scholarship, we kindly request you to submit the LExS motivation letter to the Scholarships department email at: scholarships@io.leidenuniv.nl

Selection process:

A Faculty selection committee will review the applications. Students are selected on the basis of academic merit.

Disclaimer

The student is responsible for submitting a complete application, according to the steps described under 1A-F by the aforementioned deadline. Leiden University cannot be held responsible for late and/or incomplete applications.

Please note

Students should be aware that the LExS is not a full scholarship. It is necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance their study and stay completely.

One of the requirements for being granted a residence permit in the Netherlands is that students must submit proof that they have sufficient financial means to finance their study period in the Netherlands. Leiden University advises a budget, not including the tuition fee, of approx. €10,000 to €14,000 per year to cover the costs for rent, insurance, living expenses, course books and local transportation. How much money students actually spend will of course depend on their life style and spending habits.

For further details go to:
http://www.leidenuniv.nl/en/studyinleiden/lexs.htm

FMRI is a fast developing technique that permits addressing core questions in cognitive neuroscience in the human brain. The future of this technique resides in pushing hardware to permit ultra-high field scanning at superior spatial resolution, developing advanced data analysis, and combining the technique with other approaches, including EEG, TMS, PET, as well as pharmacology and molecular biology. These goals are pursued by a consortium of 4 partners consisting of Maastricht University (Brain Imaging Centre), Research Centre Juelich (MR Physics), University of Liege (Cyclotron Research Centre) and Glaxo-Smith- Kline (Clinical Imaging Centre London). Funding comes from a Marie-Curie Initial Training Network grant.

Description

To advance research goals at the consortium, we are looking for applicants who

1. show a drive to investigate a core question in cognitive neuroscience which can be theoretical (e.g., perception, attention, memory) or more clinical in nature (e.g., dementia, neurofeedback in locked-in patients);
2. are motivated to use and/or help engineer cutting-edge methods of data acquisition (physics) and data analysis;
3. enjoy the (technical) challenges of working in an integrative, multidisciplinary environment. Relevant backgrounds include engineering, physics, mathematics, advanced statistics and data analysis, molecular biology, software programming, computational modelling, and cognitive neuroscience. The ideal candidate combines skills from several of these disciplines.

We offer a unique, integrative research environment where world-leading scientists will integrate accepted applicants into their research teams. A 1.5y training programme has been set up to offer additional, high-level training in all domains relevant for the research (for an overview of all offered courses: courseoverview).

The Marie Curie- Initial Training Network “Methods in Neuroimaging” graduate school offers:

• 3 PhD positions and 1 Post-doc position in biophysics and MR physics at Research Centre Juelich (Germany)
• 3 PhD positions and 1 Post-doc position in brain imaging data acquisition and analysis (combination of methods) at Brain Imaging Centre, Maastricht University (The Netherlands)
• 2 PhD positions in the field of brain imaging data acquisition and analysis (combination of methods) at Cyclotron Research Centre, Université de Liège (Belgium)

Representative project descriptions can be found here:

Although there is some flexibility in the research topics, applicants should select their preferred projects.

Research Field
Neurosciences – Other

Benefits
All recruited researchers are Marie Curie fellows and will profit from all Marie Curie benefits, including travel, living, mobility and career exploratory allowances.

Comment/web site for additional job details
Application files (sent by mail) should include:

• Motivation letter (please state your fields/projects of interest)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Certified transcripts Master
• two recent reference letters send directly by the referees via mail
• all non-native English speakers have to pass the academic IELTS (minimum score: 7.5) or TOEFL internet-based (minimum score: 113)
• Application deadline: July 15th 2010

Please contact Els Merken for further information and/or application
Mailing address : Marie Curie Vacancies t.a.v. Els Merken, P.O. 616, 6200 MD Maastricht
email: els.merken@maastrichtuniversity.nl
phone: +31 388 1747

Website link:
http://ec.europa.eu/euraxess/index.cfm/jobs/jobDetails/33580990

The Centre for Geo-Information at Wageningen University (NL) is offering a PhD position for combining terrestrial LIDAR measurements and new remote sensing algorithms for monitoring of vegetation structure and biophysical variables; with focus on forest areas. The PhD student is expected to perform research on the analysis of hemispherical, multiple-return terrestrial LIDAR measurements and integrate such data with improved and innovative land remote sensing approaches for calibration and validation purposes. The methodological work will entail field campaigns (also international), the analysis of three-dimensional LIDAR signals to derive vegetation parameters, and the application of quantitative digital image analysis techniques. The research is part of international research collaborations.

Requirements
MSc degree and experiences in relevant fields such as Remote Sensing, Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or Geography. Knowledge in the areas of expected methodological work and programming skills in IDL or MATLAB is preferable. The candidate should have an interest to work in a research team including international partners.
Conditions of employment
A full-time PhD-position for 4 years. There will be a probationary period of 18 months.The gross salary is € 2.042,- based on a full-time position in the first year and increases to € 2.612,- in the final year. Location:
The candidate is expected to pursue a PhD study at Wageningen University’s Center of Geoinformation, Netherlands

Organisation
Wageningen UR (University & Research centre)
Centre for Geo-Information (CGI) has a leading role in the field of geo-information, remote sensing and ICT. With scientific, interdisciplinary and a user-oriented approach, CGI contributes to solutions of (inter-) national spatial topics.

Wageningen University and Research CentreDelivering a substantial contribution to the quality of life. That’s our focus – each and every day. Within our domain, healthy food and living environment, we search for answers to issues affecting society – such as sustainable food production, climate change and alternative energy. Of course, we don’t do this alone. Every day, 6,500 people work on ‘the quality of life’, turning ideas into reality, on a global scale. Could you be one of these people? We give you the space you need.For further information about working at Wageningen UR, take a look at www.jobsat.wur.nl.

Additional Information
More information is available through Prof. Dr. Martin Herold, e-mail martin.herold@wur.nl.

• DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201024
• DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201027

We offer an employment as full-time doctoral scholar starting on 1 October 2010, for 1 year, renewable till 4 years.

DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201024

Your Opportunities

• The Research Group ORSTAT (Operations Research and Business Statistics) has an opening for a full-time predoctoral research assistant (m/f).
• You will conduct research and work towards a Ph.D. in Applied Economics on the FWO project “Online market research surveys”. This research project is performed in cooperation with Prof. M. Vandebroek.
• You will find a dynamic and pleasant working environment, in a group which conducts research at the highest international level.

The candidate is also expected to participate in seminars and conferences, and to enroll in the Phd program of the Faculty of Business and Economics. The candidate can be asked to give guidance to students (e.g., by supervising their master’s thesis) and to supervise exams.

Your Profile

• Candidates should have a strong interest in statistics, econometrics, or mathematics and preferably have a background as Master of Science in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Economics, Business Engineering, Economics, Civil Engineering or Computer Science.
• An average yearly result of “distinction” during the university education is required, as is a decent knowledge of written and spoken English. Master’s and undergraduate students in their last year are especially encouraged to apply.

DOCTORAL SCHOLAR (F/M) – ABV201027

Your Opportunities

Research Assistant in Statistics.

• The Research Group ORSTAT (Operations Research and Business Statistics) has an opening for a full-time predoctoral research assistant (m/f).
• You will conduct research in statistics, which should lead to a Ph.D. in Applied Economics.
• A variety of research topics is possible; some key words are: semi- and nonparametric statistics, robust statistics, smoothing, time series analysis, You will find a dynamic and pleasant working environment, in a group which conducts research at the highest international level.
• The candidate is also expected to participate in seminars and conferences, and to enroll in the Phd program of the Faculty of Business and Economics. The candidate can be asked to give guidance to students (e.g., by supervising their master’s thesis) and to supervise exams.

Your Profile

• Candidates should have a strong interest in statistics, econometrics, or mathematics and preferably have a background as Master of Science in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Economics, Business Engineering, Economics, Civil Engineering or Computer Science.
• An average yearly result of “distinction” during the university education is required, as is a decent knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Master’s and undergraduate students in their last year are especially encouraged to apply.

OUR OFFER

We offer an employment as full-time doctoral scholar starting on 1 October 2010, for 1 year, renewable till 4 years.

INTERESTED

Please visit http://www.kuleuven.be/vacatures and apply online.

For more information about the job description, please contact

Prof. dr. M. Vandebroek
Martina.Vandebroek@econ.kuleuven.be
tel:+32 16 326975

Applications must be received no later than 1/06/2010.

K.U.Leuven carries out an equal opportunity and diversity policy.

• The Amsterdam Business School (ABS) offers 2 scholarships:
  • one tuition waiver of € 13.500 for the fulltime MBA programme;
  • one tuition waiver of € 12.000 for the fulltime Master in International Finance programme (MIF).
• An enrollment fee of € 2.000 is applicable for both programmes.

Requirements for OTS applicants:

1) Applicants must satisfy the online admission requirements as described on the website of the Amsterdam Business School,

For the MBA:
http://www.amsterdambusinessschool.nl/mbaapplications/apply-online.cfm

For the MIF:
http://www.amsterdambusinessschool.nl/mifapplications/apply-online.cfm

Summary of ABS MBA entry requirements:

• Bachelor degree: Applicants are expected to hold a good first degree;
• Work experience: A minimum of three years of business experience is essential;
• General Management Aptitude Test (GMAT): Proof of a valid GMAT score (not older than 5 years);
• TOEFL or IELTS: Proof of sufficient English language proficiency.

Summary of ABS MIF entry requirements

• A good undergraduate degree preferably in economics, finance, business, law, or a quantitative discipline. For students with no background in these areas, a one-week mathematics and statistics refresher course right before the start of the programme. Admission may be conditional on you taking the mathematics and statistics refresher course;
• Work experience is desirable but not essential;
• General Management Aptitude Test (GMAT): Proof of a valid GMAT score (not older than 5 years);
• TOEFL or IELTS: Proof of sufficient English language proficiency.

Amsterdam Business School Application Deadline:

The OTS applicants should submit their complete application file online for admission to ABS before April 30th 2010 and indicate that they are applying for the OTS.

Contact:

If you have any question, please contact the ABSMBA@MBA@uva.nl or the ABSMIF@MIF@uva.nl.

The Amsterdam Business School Profile (Or go to http://www.neso-taipei.org.tw/ToHL_School_Content.aspx?m_id=002002004&Lang=E&argu_c=0&id=00033)

Part of the UvA’s Faculty of Economics and Business, the ABS has a balanced portfolio of research based education in Accounting, Finance and Management addressing issues such as Entrepreneurship, Corporate Social Responsibility and Leadership. Our staff is composed of top-level academics from more than 20 different countries.

In 2007 the Amsterdam Business School received EQUIS accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) annual meeting. EQUIS, the European Quality Improvement System, is the leading international system of quality assessment, improvement, and accreditation for higher education institutions in management and business administration.

The ABS’ educational philosophy is characterised by small scale interactive seminars, workshops and case based programmes, all designed to stimulate active student participation. Excellent international students are attracted by the ABS’s two flagship programmes, the Amsterdam Master of Business Administration, known as the Amsterdam MBA, and the Master in International Finance (MIF). Both programmes are taught entirely in English.

For the academic year 2010/2011, the Amsterdam MBA and the Master in International Finance each offer one NESO Orange Tulip scholarship to a highly qualified Taiwanese applicant. The scholarships take the form of te tuition fee waivers (except for an enrollment fee of EUR 2.000) and have a value of EUR 13.500 for the Amsterdam MBA and EUR 12.000 for the Master in International Finance.

Amsterdam MBA (one-year full time)

Website: http://www.amsterdambusinessschool.nl/mba

Taught by faculty with extensive experience in both international business and academia, courses introduce students to the theory they need to understand the business world, the best methods of practice and the most recent developments in international business. The part-time and full-time students interact throughout the programme. The ability to work with different kinds of specialists with different nationalities is one of the most fascinating and useful experiences that can be gained from an MBA. The MBA curriculum provides broad coverage of the main functional areas in management: accounting, finance, marketing and sales, operations management, information systems management, law and human resource management. It also provides basic instruction in economics and quantitative analysis. The curriculum is highly integrative and will include courses in business policy and strategy. Beyond the acquisition of knowledge and technical skills the curriculum puts theory into practice by focusing on the personal development of participants through such competencies as decision making, teamwork, leadership skills, entrepreneurial potential, negotiation skills, communication and presentation skills.

http://www.nesotaipei.com/Scholarship_Info_Detail.aspx?m_id=002003001&d_id=00027&lang=E