MBA with specialisation in Smart Industry

Our world is at the dawn of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which will transform businesses and the way we work at an egregious pace. This revolution is propelled by rapid developments in ICT innovation and it is expected to profoundly change the industry in the coming decades. This cross-cutting theme helps businesses and industries to become more competitive through faster and more efficient utilisation of the opportunities ICT has to offer.

The MBA in Smart Industry is specially designed by WUAS to train future business administrators to understand the implications of exponential technologies such as artificial intelligence, advanced robotics and cognitive automation, advanced analytics, and the Industry Internet of Things (IIoT). This program will guide students through the process of critical analysis, planning and implementation of innovative digital businesses and operation strategies from a practical business point of view. In this course, students will:

• Deal with strategic dimensions of digital business transformation through case study analysis.
• Acquire the fundamentals to comprehend innovative digital business strategies and their impacts on corporate decisions and on the company’s growth and sustainability.
• Develop the skills and knowledge regarding concepts of strategic management and applications in the future global marketplace particularly in the field of IIoT business transformation and new business models.
• Understand how today’s jobs and associated skills are morphing into new jobs and career pathways that continue to evolve along with advanced technologies.

This programme is intended for students who aspire to learn the strategic fundamentals and acquire the skills to be capable of analysing digital transformation and Smart Industry related issues. By the end of this program, students should be able to understand, discuss and evaluate business strategies and tactics applied in the Smart Industry.

6 Intake Moments a Year

All Bachelor and Master programmes at Wittenborg have 6 intake moments a year. Students are also able to graduate 6 times a year. Graduation Ceremonies are held twice a year in the Winter and in the Summer.

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences is a so-called “boutique university” - a Business School with a primary focus on management as it relates to disciplines in society. Our personal attention to your education is very important. It is for this reason that we take quality seriously and are accredited by the Dutch Flemish Accreditation organisation (NVAO) and Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA).

We are a unique business school where “Better Yourself, Better Our World” is our motto.

At Wittenborg our mission is:

To promote excellence in teaching and learning international business and management, as well as to create the best environment for students and staff, where internationalisation, diversity and ethics lay the foundations of successfully applied, research-informed global learning.

With our main campus based in Apeldoorn, we introduce students to organisations in the local area and region, enhancing the region’s economy, cultural and social climate. Our Amsterdam location enables us to support international entrepreneurs coming to the Netherlands, with a tailored, entrepreneurial bachelor’s programme, and our Munich locations offers a unique opportunity to study in two countries. Enter Wittenborg and you enter a highly motivated and results-driven organisation operating in a diverse and multicultural environment, in which more than 100 nationalities work, study, innovate and socialise together. At Wittenborg we believe that learning should be an enjoyable process that allows you to develop your goals and aspirations, and provides you with the constant support and the required study pressure to achieve those targets.

Wittenborg graduates are world citizens; they nurture respect and have a sense of achievement. They have developed ambition and pride themselves in excellence. They are our greatest ambassadors!

About Wittenborg

About Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences Business School

Independent & International

At any time, over 100 nationalities work and study together in its 2 Apeldoorn locations and in Amsterdam. English is the sole language of instruction in all campuses.

Over 30 Years Track Record

Thousands of highly employable graduates, since 1987, now follow careers in the Netherlands and around the world.

Double European Accredited

Degree programmes are recognised and accredited by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture & Science (NVAO), also by FIBAA (German, Swiss & Austrian).

Glocal & Local Engagement

Company visits, real-life projects, internship and guest speakers: plenty of local and regional engagement with government, companies and organisations. Thinking globally, but acting locally.

Research Environment

Instigating and carrying out regional, European and international projects at the Research Centre, in areas such as sustainability, technology, social innovation, education & health care.

Customer-Oriented Approach

A personal approach, family-like environment and personal tutoring, guidance and support. Most programmes allow students to start & graduate 6 times per year.

6 Intake Moments a Year

Next 3 Intakes: February 2024 - All Bachelor and Master programmes at Wittenborg have 6 intake moments a year. Students also able to graduate 6 times a year. Graduation Ceremonies are held twice a year in the Winter and in the Summer.