Tio Business School is a private higher education institution in the Netherlands, specialising in business, hospitality, tourism and related fields. With a practical and internationally oriented approach, Tio focuses on preparing students for professional careers through industry-relevant education, personal guidance and hands-on learning. The institution offers English-taught programmes that attract students from different countries, creating a diverse and international learning environment.
Tio’s programmes are designed around the needs of the modern business and service industries, with students gaining knowledge in areas such as entrepreneurship, marketing, management, hospitality, tourism and business administration. The school places a strong emphasis on practical experience and encourages students to apply their knowledge through projects, internships and industry interaction.
With campuses in several Dutch cities, including Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Hengelo and Groningen, Tio gives students the opportunity to study in vibrant urban environments. Its international outlook, career-focused programmes, small-scale learning environment and strong connection with industry make Tio an attractive choice for students seeking practical and globally relevant higher education in the Netherlands.
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| Course name (degree) | Eligibility | Programme description and career prospects (CP) |
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AI & Digital Business (Bachelor's, 4 yrs, 240 credits) |
A general secondary havo, pre-university vwo or vocational mbo4 diploma; English IELTS Academic 6.0 overall or accepted equivalent (Cambridge 169-175, LanguageCert Academic 65, PTE 61, TOEFL iBT 4.5, TOEIC 865/335). |
AI, digital business and technology-enabled business management. CP: Digital-business manager, AI project manager or technology consultant. |
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Marketing & Generative AI (Bachelor's, 4 yrs, 240 credits) |
A general secondary havo, pre-university vwo or vocational mbo4 diploma; English IELTS Academic 6.0 overall or accepted equivalent. |
Marketing, generative AI and digital business development. CP: Marketing manager, AI-marketing specialist or digital strategist. |
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Commerce, Entrepreneurship & Organisations (Bachelor's, 4 yrs, 240 credits) |
A general secondary havo, pre-university vwo or vocational mbo4 diploma; English IELTS Academic 6.0 overall or accepted equivalent. |
Commerce, marketing, e-commerce, entrepreneurship and organisations. CP: Entrepreneur, marketing or e-commerce manager. |
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International Tourism & Entrepreneurship (Bachelor's, 4 yrs, 240 credits) |
A general secondary havo, pre-university vwo or vocational mbo4 diploma; English IELTS Academic 6.0 overall or accepted equivalent. |
International tourism, entrepreneurship and business development. CP: Tourism entrepreneur, destination or event manager. |
| Course name (degree) | Eligibility | Programme description and career prospects (CP) |
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MBA: Master in Global Leadership & Intercultural Management (Master's / MBA, 1 yr full-time) |
Bachelor's degree; English proficiency; programme-specific admission requirements apply. |
Global leadership, intercultural management and international business strategy. CP: International manager, global leadership or intercultural-business roles. |
| Course name (degree) | Eligibility | Programme description and career prospects (CP) |
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Pre-Master’s Programme (Pre-Master’s, confirm duration/credits on tio.nl) |
Bachelor's degree; prepares students for TIO MBA entry; English proficiency requirements apply. |
Intensive preparation for TIO’s MBA programme. CP: Prepares students for MBA-level business study. |
| Additional Information | Bachelor's | Master's | Pre-programmes |
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| Tuition fees (per academic year, non-EU/EEA) |
EUR 24,950 / year (2027-28 fee published for EU/EEA students); EUR 250 one-off enrolment fee. Non-EU/EEA students needing a visa pay a pre-arrival fee instead of a separate visa invoice: EUR 1,050 (visa, insurance, airport pick-up) + EUR 5,000 tuition-fee deposit = EUR 6,050 (2026-27 figures on TIO site). The deposit is deducted from the final tuition invoice. Non-EU/EEA tuition for 2027-28 is not stated on the TIO site - confirm with TIO. |
EUR 26,950 / year full-time for the MBA (2027-28 fee published for EU/EEA students); EUR 250 enrolment fee. Same pre-arrival fee and EUR 5,000 deposit for non-EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition to be confirmed with TIO. |
EUR 13,475; EUR 250 one-off enrolment fee (as per workbook; confirm on tio.nl). |
| Application fee | EUR 250 one-off enrolment fee. | EUR 250 one-off enrolment fee. | EUR 250 one-off enrolment fee. |
| Application period |
January 2027 intake: apply by 15 Oct 2026 (students needing a visa) - this date has passed. September 2027 intake: apply by 15 Jun 2027 (students needing a visa). Admission includes an intake interview; non-EU/EEA students then pay the package/pre-arrival fee before the visa application starts. |
January 2027 intake: apply by 15 Oct 2026 (students needing a visa) - this date has passed. September 2027 intake: apply by 15 Jun 2027 (students needing a visa). Admission includes an intake interview; non-EU/EEA students then pay the package/pre-arrival fee before the visa application starts. |
January 2027 intake: apply by 15 Oct 2026 (students needing a visa) - this date has passed. September 2027 intake: apply by 15 Jun 2027 (students needing a visa). Admission includes an intake interview; non-EU/EEA students then pay the package/pre-arrival fee before the visa application starts. |
| Scholarship opportunities |
Tio Super Talent Scholarship: 50% of tuition fee for one year (e.g. 80%+ / GPA 3.5+, IELTS 7.0+). Tio Talent Scholarship: 25% of tuition fee for one year (e.g. 70%+ / GPA 3.0+, IELTS 6.5+). Open to EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students after admission; reapply each year. Scholarship deadlines: 1 July (September intake), 1 November (January intake). The discount cannot be counted towards the IND financial requirement. |
Tio Super Talent Scholarship: 50% of tuition fee for one year (e.g. 80%+ / GPA 3.5+, IELTS 7.0+). Tio Talent Scholarship: 25% of tuition fee for one year (e.g. 70%+ / GPA 3.0+, IELTS 6.5+). Open to EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students after admission; reapply each year. Scholarship deadlines: 1 July (September intake), 1 November (January intake). The discount cannot be counted towards the IND financial requirement. |
Tio Super Talent Scholarship: 50% of tuition fee for one year (e.g. 80%+ / GPA 3.5+, IELTS 7.0+). Tio Talent Scholarship: 25% of tuition fee for one year (e.g. 70%+ / GPA 3.0+, IELTS 6.5+). Open to EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students after admission; reapply each year. Scholarship deadlines: 1 July (September intake), 1 November (January intake). The discount cannot be counted towards the IND financial requirement. |
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