
Bachelor in Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship
DURATION
3 up to 4 Years
LANGUAGES
English, Dutch
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 Jun 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 23,950 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* EU students can apply for the Tio programs until the start of the semester. However, the number of available positions is limited. Therefore, it is recommended to register on time. The application deadline for the academic year starting in January for students needing a visa is the 15th of October.
** Visit our website to get a complete overview of the tuition fees and package fees (for non-EU students).
Introduction
Commerce Economics & Entrepreneurship
Our Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship bachelor’s degree focuses on the world of online marketing, business strategies, and entrepreneurial skills. As an enterprising professional, you'll identify market needs and trends, both nationally and internationally, and create successful campaigns for companies like Coolblue. After completing this degree, you'll have the expertise to boost both online and offline sales, whether for SMEs or multinational corporations.
The Best Commerce Economics Degree Programme
Tio’s Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship programme has been named the best marketing degree for nine consecutive years by the Higher Education Guide. It has also consistently received the highest ratings in the National Student Survey over the years. In the Elsevier survey on ‘Best Study Programmes’, the programme was awarded a gold medal.
Commercial Talent
Do you have a natural talent for sales, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a flair for thinking outside the box? Maximise your potential by choosing the Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship degree. You’ll be responsible for drafting marketing plans, creating online campaigns, and closing deals like a true professional.
With your network, a clear vision for the future, and entrepreneurial abilities, you will stand out! Whether you apply your skills in your own company or contribute to a major Dutch or international player, the possibilities are endless.
Why Do Students Choose Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship?
- Accelerated Study Options: Tio offers the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree in just three years or an associate degree in only two years.
- Top-Ranked Programme: Study at the best Commercial Economics/Marketing programme in the Netherlands (Keuzegids).
- High Market Demand: There is a strong demand for (online) marketers in today’s job market.
- Engaging Projects: Throughout the programme, you’ll work on exciting projects, such as creating your own webshop and setting up a business.
- Employer Collaboration: Thanks to Tio’s partnerships, including with the Ecommerce Foundation, the curriculum aligns with the needs of employers in the online marketing sector.
- Endless Career Opportunities: After completing the degree, a wealth of career paths will be available to you.
- Personalised Focus: Tio places great emphasis on personal development and supervision to ensure your growth and success.
After Graduating
Your Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship bachelor’s degree will open countless doors. Whether you want to work on innovative campaigns for companies like Coolblue or Amazon, or choose to launch your own business, the choice is yours. Would you like to learn more about the potential career paths that await you?
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Admissions
Curriculum
Study Programme
With the Commerce Economics & Entrepreneurship study programme you’ll dive into the fast-paced world of marketing, e-commerce, sales, and entrepreneurship. You’ll learn how to connect with different target groups, master sales processes, and use the latest marketing techniques - all through a mix of theory and hands-on practice. This means you can apply your knowledge right away and keep things exciting! You’ll create marketing plans, develop online campaigns, and close deals like a pro. During project weeks, you’ll work on the online strategy and website of a real company, build your own digital business from scratch, and tackle challenging business cases.
Projects and practical experience
At Tio, learning by doing is what it’s all about. You’ll jump right in, tackling different study units that give you hands-on experience in the real world. In other words, you’ll start building valuable work experience while you’re still a student!
Programme structure
The programme is structured in a clear and practical way. Each academic year is split into two semesters. You’ll do two internships to explore what suits you best. In your final year, you’ll pick a minor and work on your graduation project, your final thesis. Plus, you’ll complete one of these study components abroad—getting you ready for an international career in marketing!
More info on the curriculum and it's modules can be found here.
Rankings
Why should you choose Tio Business School and the Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship bachelor’s degree? Simple: because the marketing world is looking for well-educated young professionals such as yourself and because this bachelor’s degree was awarded the title of best marketing degree in the Netherlands for the fifth consecutive year (Higher Education Guide).
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Scholarships and Funding
Tio offers scholarships to foreign students from the European Union (EU /EEA) and to non-European students for its English study programs. The scholarship is awarded for one academic year.
Tio super talent scholarship
The amount of this scholarship is € 11,975 per full-degree student. The scholarship is awarded for one academic year. It is possible to apply for this scholarship every year. You are eligible if you meet the following criteria:
- You must have outstanding study results.
- You must have an IELTS Academic score of 7.0 or higher, a TOEFL iBT score of 100 or higher, a Cambridge exam of CAE-A or higher, or a CEFR C1 level or higher.
Tio talent scholarship
The amount of this scholarship is € 5,987.50 per full-degree student. The scholarship is awarded for one academic year. It is possible to apply for this scholarship every year. You are eligible if you meet the following criteria:
- You must have above-average study results.
- You must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 or higher, a TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher, a Cambridge exam of CAE-B or higher, or a CEFR C1 level or higher.
How to apply for a scholarship
If you would like to be considered for a scholarship, you need to provide Tio with the following information:
- Attach a letter of recommendation in English from your former (secondary) school.
- Attach a legalized copy of all Higher Education qualifications translated into English.
- Attach a legalized copy of recent mark/grade lists translated into English.
- Attach a legalized copy of your English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/Cambridge exam).
After the deadline of July 1st (September enrolment) or November 1st (January enrolment), you will be informed whether or not the scholarship can be awarded. When awarded, the scholarship is paid out as a discount on your tuition fee. All scholarships are subject to availability and only available for non-Dutch nationality students.
Program Tuition Fee
Ideal Students
Is this bachelor program right for you?
Tio’s bachelor program is Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship with an additional focus on e-commerce a.k.a. online marketing. Do you recognize yourself in the following description? Are you:
Commercially oriented?
Do you have a sense of commerce, do you know what sells, are you aware of the latest (online) trends? Then the bachelor program Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship suits you. During the program, you learn how to make a business profitable with your commercial insight.
Interested in the online world?
Can you always be found online on your mobile or laptop? Do you wonder how you can get the best online sales? Perfect match! Setting up your own digital student company is part of the study program and also boosting your online sales via, for example, Google.
Entrepreneurial?
Do you see opportunities, always and everywhere? Would you like to start your own business? You can get started with this in this commercial economics program. Together with your fellow students, you set up an online business and you advise companies in the field of strategy and (online) marketing.
Sales minded?
Do you pitch the best sales idea and do you leave the competition far behind? Your sales skills will be developed and put to the test during, among other things, the sales week and the final of the Student Company project.
Creative?
Are you creative and do you think "out of the box"? Get started with developing your own brand, from logo to complete corporate identity.
Action-oriented?
Do you like to roll up your sleeves and often take initiative? Develop the ultimate summer promotion and give the ice cream sales of a company like Magnum a boost. Just an example of a future assignment.
Not afraid of numbers?
How is it possible that you have fewer website visitors this week than last week? You have of course noticed the statistics on your website. Is it due to seasonal influences or is there more to it? At Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship you learn to understand these figures and take action accordingly.
Strong in communication?
Do you know how to convince customers with a catchy text? You learn to write texts that get your customers to your website or app via social media, which encourages them to make a purchase and that is ranked highly in Google.
Do you recognize yourself in these descriptions? Take a look at the curriculum for more information about this bachelor program or attend an open day to experience the atmosphere and meet students and lecturers.
Career Opportunities
After Graduation
A glimpse of your future
There are many roads open to you when you earn your Hotel and Event Management bachelor’s degree. What about
working as an event manager at Tomorrowland (ID&T) or as a banqueting manager at the Hotel Sofitel Legend The Grand. You can also work as a hotel manager or organizer of conferences.
Do you want to continue your education after completing the Hotel and Event Management bachelor’s degree? This bachelor’s degree grants you access to many domestic and foreign master’s degrees.
Employment opportunities
The growing number of online sales has created thousands of new jobs and a strong demand for young professionals with e-commerce expertise.
Successful in the hospitality industry
Online business is booming: 96% of the Dutch people like to shop online, where they spend a total of €23.7 billion (source: Thuiswinkel.org). This has also led to an increased demand for e-commerce experts. After completing this programme, you will know how to boost online and offline sales, both in SMEs and multinational organisations. You can have a career as an account manager, online marketer, communication advisor, sales manager or start your own business!
What can you do and where can you work?
What can you do once you complete the Commerce Economics and Entrepreneurship programme at Tio University of Applied Sciences? Nearly every sector of industry has a need for well-trained young professionals with excellent management skills. After earning this bachelor’s degree, you can therefore have your pick of many positions and areas of expertise.
Think of professions such as:
- E-commerce manager
- Brand manager
- SEO/SEA consultant
- Sales manager
- Market researcher
- Online marketeer
- Account manager
- Consultant
- Marketing manager
- Social media executive
- Entrepreneur
Where can you work? Examples include:
- Advertisement and communication agencies
- Webshops
- Multinationals
- Research agencies
- Automotive, fashion or electronics companies
- SMEs
- Multimedia organisations
- Travel agencies
- PR agencies
- Retail organisations
- Your own business
Program Admission Requirements
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