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TiasNimbas holds a very successful Careers Week

by Anna Rust (Manager Careers Services)

Between the 7th and 10th of January TiasNimbas Careers Office organized a very successful Career Week. The event kicked off with two days of workshops that varied from "How to negotiate your salary", "The current Dutch market", "The effect of the recession on the current job market" and "How to use social media to find a job". By the end of the two day workshops there was a forum of four alumni's (two MBA and two Masters) that answered questions on their job search process. It was a delightfully active forum and lots of students thought this was a great way of getting to know alumni as well as learning through their job search processes. On Saturday CV writing and interviewing skills were tackled and was regarded by lots of students as a really nice and hands-on workshop. By the end of the day all the students left with an improved CV as well as being better prepared for their coming job interviews. The last day was the "Battle of the Dream Job". A simulation game in which students could compete for a job. This was an exciting way of ending our Career Event and gave the students the opportunity to apply all the knowledge that they have gained during the Career Week. Visit our website to find out more about our Career Services

Experience on the Streets of Utrecht by a German Marketing Student

By Sandy Ritter

After a few weeks of study in Utrecht, I have gained some experience with the dynamics on the streets. While there are some cars and a few pedestrians around, cyclists are making the rules and no one takes care about laws. Although I knew that bikes are very common in the Netherlands, I didn’t expect such a tremendous amount of bicycles. Most of them seem to be very old, but they have a great value for everyone. That’s why people use one or two giant bike locks to secure them. For me as a German, it is amazing how such an obviously chaotic system can work. Well, at least I have to assume that it is actually working since I haven’t seen any accident yet. In my opinion two things are really important to live here. First of all, you need a bike. It is necessary to become a member of the authority of the streets. Furthermore parking costs are unaffordable. Secondly, you need a Dutch cellular phone to call the school on your first day, if you get lost in the beautiful and narrow alleys downtown. In conclusion the best word to describe Utrecht is lovely. I am sure, if you come to Utrecht, you will see what I mean. TiasNimbas helps foreign students with finding accommodations in Utrecht.

Huge Congratulations to TiasNimbas Full-Time Graduates

The graduation day at TiasNimbas was held on Friday, 11th December. After having lunch together and much arrangement of hats and gowns, the students proceeded to the 'Domkerk' in Utrecht for a traditional and very beautiful ceremony. A wonderful day was had by all and the celebrating continued with a ‘borrel’ in the Academiegebouw after the award had been handed out. The best wishes to all the students who graduated and here’s to a successful start to their career.

The TiasNimbas Student Association (TNSA) Christmas Gala 2009

At TiasNimbas we have a student association called the TNSA. One of the activities of the TNSA is organising social and business networking events. One of the events is the Christmas Gala. Katrien de Nijs, current marketing student reports on the event. “After a planning period of around two months, Saturday, the 12th of December, the day of the gala, finally had arrived! At 9 p.m. we opened the doors of the Yellow Castle at Janskerkhof for ourfellow students to celebrate the Roaring Twenties. Charleston music combined with a Christmas decoration set the right atmosphere for the TNSA Christmas Gala 2009. Just like in the real 20s the “Dudes“ were dressed in smokings, wearing hats and bow ties and the “Betties“ in beautiful robes and dresses, wearing feather boas, gloves and hair bands. All these nice outfits have been captured by a professional photographer with enthusiasm. The gala was a great success. Thanks to our brilliant DJs we danced and celebrated into the early morning hours. For the gamblers amongst us two Blackjack tables and a Roulette gave them the opportunity to try theirluck. Thank you to all for coming, dressing up so nicely and making this event so much fun. We had a wonderful time!”

TiasNimbas Merit Scholarship for 2010-2011 Academic Year

For the 2010-2011 academic year we will be awarding a limited number of scholarships for our Full-time International Master with specialisations in Marketing and Financial Management. The scholarship will cover up to 6.500 Euros of the tuition fee.

In order to be considered for the scholarship, you will need to have a strong academic record on your bachelor degree as well as a GMAT above 550 or the equivalent on the TiasNimbas Capacity Test. Visit our website for more details about the admissions criteria and tuition fees.

Early Bird Discount for Full-Time International Master (MSc/MA)

Each year we ensure there is a rich diversity of nationalities and cultures on our one-year full-time International Master (MSc/MA). We are, therefore, able to accept only a limited number op people per country and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

If you send in your application before 1 March 2010, you will receive a 1.000 Euro discount on the total tuition fee.

Visit our website for updated information on admissions requirements and fees for the 2010-2011 academic year.

Full-Time Master Students Enjoy Pizza Night at TiasNimbas

On Friday 20th November a Pizza Night was held for the FT MA & MSc students. The 65 students were joined by staff as well as Organisational Behavior and Leadership lecturer, Alf Crossman, and his assistant, Claire McAndrew.

After an intense 4 day module the drinks and pizza were very welcome, as was the chance to chat more informally with the lecturer.

The positive exam results for Accounting & Finance added to a buzzing atmosphere with everyone present having a fantastic time.

Introduction Preparatory Courses for Masters Academic Year 2010-2011

For the 2011-2011 academic year we are introducing Preparatory Courses for those students who need additional knowledge in the following specific areas:

- Academic Writing and Study Skills
- Quantitative Methods in Business
- Basic Accounting and Finance
- Marketing Fundamentals

By following preparatory courses, which ones students would need to take are determined during the admissions procedure, students will be better prepared for their Master.

Please read more about the requirements for the MA and MSc programmes on our website.  

Russian Marketing Student’s Impressions of Utrecht

By Olga Kuznetsova,

Utrecht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands and geographically located in the heart of the country very close to the other main cities: Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Den Haag. Utrecht mainly attracts tourists with its beautiful two level channels around the city and the tower of St. Maarten’s Cathedral, which was built in the 14^th Century. It is also known as a student’s city because of the big Utrecht University. That was my basic knowledge of Utrecht before I came to see it.

After living her for two months I find Utrecht with its old architecture, national museums and beautiful green channels a very nice city to live in. There are lots of opportunities both to develop your knowledge and to enjoy your free time. It is easy to find new friends, especially if you go out on a Thursday and Saturday evening to the city centre. Utrecht is a great city to lead an international student life.