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business school netherlands the action learning business school www.bsn.eu/english the action learning business school

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welcome to business school netherlands impressively we have been active in the development of business professionals for around twenty years we continue to expand our provision of action learning programmes beyond the boundaries of the netherlands creating a global action learning community of business leaders all following the same steps to success the ever revolving diagnose ­ plan ­ do ­ reflect in 1988 we established the business school based upon our belief the courses available failed to meet the actual training and development needs of business managers we developed the courseware built up a sound mba portfolio and in the process became market leader in the netherlands with the same courage of conviction today we continue to grow over the years we have learnt from our passed experiences constantly we assess each new situation and make our next decisions on our path to success with these values in mind we endeavour to inspire our whole student body so that as business managers they will grow and develop in the best possible way establishing themselves as true professionals within their competitive environments the fact is we aim to be the best business school so that in turn our students will aspire to be the best business managers juanita bouwer head of english programmes lao tzu was the original action learner give a man a fish feed him for a day teach a man to fish feed him for a lifetime action learning is not a gift but a valuable reusable resource.

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why business school netherlands action learning action learning centres on the continued development of established talents growing levels of confidence and optimising obtained competencies the simplicity of action learning is that as a working methodology it can be implemented within most training and development environments making it one of the most flexible training tools available world institute for action learning we are the first european institution to become affiliates of the world institute for action learning wial this intensifies our intent to excel as a rigorous practitioner of this powerful learning methodology required in a class of busy professionals so our faculty members are equipped with the most up to date references to ensure that you the student benefit from the highest-level interactions market leader with an annual mba student intake of approximately 200 we are one of the largest business schools in the netherlands additionally with an undisputed number 1 on programme content consistently over 6 years from the dutch ranking body and publication intermediair we are justifiably proud of our market leader status and regarded as experts in the field of professional mba programmes professor pierre strydom ceo vice chancellor business school netherlands our classes are the safe place to experiment and take risks yet realise the returns in the real world an international business school for many years we have maintained an international vision and scope outside of our netherlands head office campus we are active throughout other european countries the african continent and asia our programmes are offered in various languages contributing to the professional growth of managers and business leaders internationally professional study environment as a business manager you expect a professional environment in which to study our approach is professional yet personal all class environments are established with like-minded professionals so when you share your experiences and examine your issues in a group setting you can be confident of qualified competent discussions with your sparring partners class interactions are always of the highest level and because you are reviewing workplace issues always directly relevant to your own working environment renowned faculty renowned professionals with extensive business experience are the requirements for our faculty members topical relevant information is what is

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international action learning mba® our flag-ship english language programme attracts managers and business leaders from various continents this mba is the perfect educational training programme for the busy professional where relevance excellence and flexibility are key criteria online study neatly combines with residential conferences offering a true action learning mba convenient for the business traveller action learning ­ project based from the outset as an ialmba® student you will focus 100 on topics of relevance to you and your organisation through research and discussion you will discover methods to resolve issues and implement new plans applying change through action you will complete six action learning projects alps aimed at issues of departmental level then the completion of the dissertation tackles a strategic organisational predicament where various research methodologies also come into play replicates the global business environment those who address problems alone stand alone but those who form a strong team and tackle a problem in a cohesive manner ask challenging questions and devise the strongest of formulas for change realising their goals in an empowering fashion for this reason your classmates from various business backgrounds are your winning team with whom you formulate the perfect plan of change for the toughest of workplace issues initially you will be part of an intake of no more than 25 students during the first international conference you will be assigned to a set of between 4 and 8 students this will enable the opportunity for regular interaction which is a fundamental aspect of action learning continuous professional assessment ­ no conventional examinations assessment is based on the areas that are relevant to professionals in a leadership position we will appraise your diagnosis of the problem your plan of action your field research your evaluation of the situation and how you implement the plan to resolve the issue this way we can gain an appreciation of how your managerial and leadership skills develop throughout the programme valued student support from the outset our specialised coaches encourage student interaction and lively discussion within the virtual class environment renowned course instructors and our in-house staff play a vital role during your visit with us at the international residential conferences here you have the opportunity to ask the most challenging of questions dispute theories and exchange inspirational experiences once back in your own surroundings the 24/7 accessible virtual class is the place for continued interaction with the whole group your set or your set facilitator 24/7 library access with the additional support of our immense database of online journals periodicals and management reviews whatever your subject of interest there is no problem in finding topical significant and relevant information at the click of your mouse demonstrate that you have fully researched projects with the aid of this incredible reference tool accessible from all corners of the globe accreditation the international action learning mba® is a variant of the distance learning mba® which is accredited by the nvao accreditation organisation of the netherlands and flanders

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the ialmba programme structure the three phases of the ialmba® phase 1 here we lay the theoretical foundation upon which your future study will be based this creates a common conceptual framework for the whole set whilst you follow the ialmba® you will write an organisational analysis of your company and design a personal development plan phase 2 kicks off with a 9-day inspirational residential conference at one of our international campuses in the netherlands or south africa here you will meet your fellow classmates for the first time there are two 9-day residential conferences during phase 2 each approximately eight months apart and subdivide the phase into two distinct blocks covering the following core courses block 1 human resources management hrm marketing management mm operational management om block 2 financial management fm information management internet strategy imis strategic management sm following each international conference students work on the action learning projects that they identified within their company written reports on the 6 alps serve as your assessment for phase 2 each project report should demonstrate that you have followed understood and applied the body of knowledge phase 3 rounds up the successful conclusion of your mba by completing the dissertation this dissertation differs from the previous 6 alps produced during phase 2 by addressing a problem or challenge within your organisation that is considered of strategic value to the company the internal examiner provides continued support during this final phase the ialmba timeline® phase i organisational analysis personal development plan phase ii block 1 international conference 9 days alps articles phase iii dissertation research methodology total a maximum of 48 months is available for the completion of the ialmba® we offer the opportunity to customise the ialmba® to country specific market requirements which will lead to a specialised industry specific international mba qualification block 2 international conference 9 days alps articles 6 months 24 months 16 months 2 months

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action learning in the workplace having graduated close to 1500 action learning mba managers from various continents we have demonstrated that the flexibility of action learning is an attractive method of training and development within organisations through the action learning process individuals are open to and respond better to change and change management apply this principle to a set of business leaders and the results are empowering therefore an organisation that implements action learning processes as a base for defining change will potentiate the abilities and motivation of its staff not only does the organisation benefit from having action learners within its management team the added value is the return on investment demonstrated whilst changes occur in time on budget and in-house imagine your own internal consultancy team keen to discuss issues and implement changes that work to the good of the organisation all based upon theory referenced reviews and the experiences of fellow experts few mba programmes can offer such beneficial remuneration to an organisation the following are organisations that already benefit from having one or more employee follow an mba programme with business school netherlands adidas akzo nobel cap gemini connexion daimler chrysler delta lloyd kpmg heineken ing interpolis johnson johnson medical royal dutch ministry of defence timken nike europe philips rabobank randstad unilever

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gary potgieter mba shoprite holdings during my studies on the ialmba with business school netherlands and especially during the alps phase the performance of my division improved in leaps and bounds becoming the most profitable division in the country as i was able to implement all the knowledge that i gained through my studies it is an age-old issue how does an organisation foster the continued focus of key personnel whilst encouraging them to optimise skills and develop diverse perspectives our programmes work harder for your organisation so that you can work smarter whilst following our ialmba® your managers will continue their daily workload and carry out a series of change projects as they progress through the programme they now have a stake in the ongoing change process and development of the organisation how the ialmba® benefits your organisation subject areas are 100 relevant to your company and learning outcomes offer significant strategic solutions return on investment is directly measurable through implementation of change projects showing tangible results just two 9-day international residency conferences reducing time outside of the workplace action learning methodologies will spill over into other areas of the professional environment enhancing skill and competency levels networking possibilities are endless and ensure learning opportunities with every interaction leading to a broadening of horizons professional development and career aspirations are met ensuring retention of key personnel mike lombard ialmba student it is around the discussion where real value is attained perhaps more to the point it is the topics raised and the need to think beyond what one can read or find through research the essence for me is challenging oneself and looking beyond the ordinary and finding solutions that may not have evolved save for the orientation of this mba

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who should apply to follow the ialmba® our mba students have studied to bachelor first degree level and currently hold a managerial role management trainees are considered candidates for this programme we will consider applications from those without first degree education where sufficient professional experience is shown professional management qualifications are highly regarded in the application procedure in conclusion unique action learning methodology professional international student body relevance excellence flexibility work place project based replicates global business environment valued student support 24/7 governmental accreditation measurable roi need to know more if you would like discuss enrolment procedures for the ialmba® or learn more about business opportunities with business school netherlands and our international division please do not hesitate to contact us on t +31 0344 57 90 30 e international@bsn.eu business school netherlands herenstraat 25 buren po box 709 4116 zj buren the netherlands t f +31 0344 579 030 +31 0344 579 050 international@bsn.eu www.bsn.eu/english the action learning business school

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