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Online Master

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Why study online

Flexible & interactive

Taught through a blended online learning approach with independent learning as well as weekly live sessions, where you can connect with faculty and peers in real time.

Career growth for professionals

Upskill, switch careers, or accelerate career progression in in-demand fields – all without putting work or personal life on hold.

Fully accredited masters, 100% online

Gain a Master of Science degree, access high-quality education and connect with top academic faculty regardless of location.

Delivered in English

The online masters programmes are designed with international careers in mind, making you eligible for positions in organisations worldwide.

Discover our online master programmes

Online Master Sustainability Management

24 months | part-time | Sep 2026 start
Required work experience: 3+ years

Learn to confidently manage sustainable responsibilities

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100% online

Online Master Marketing and Data Intelligence

24 months | part-time |  Sep 2026 start
Required work experience: 3+ years

Take the next step in your career, thrive at the intersection of marketing, data & AI

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100% online

Online Master Scholarships & Funding

Online Masters can be financed through various tailored funding options, including institutional routes, government grants, student loans, and industry sponsorships, helping make study more accessible and financially flexible.

  • Online Master Scholarships

    We offer financial support to help applicants pursue their educational and career goals. There are a range of scholarships available to EU and non-EU applicants and can be from €500 to €2000 off tuition fees.

    How to apply? Submit your Online Master application via Embark, then email a max 3-minute video to onlinemasters@rsm.nl covering your background, motivation, financial need, challenges, impact goals, and what you’ll contribute. A decision is typically provided within five working days.

  • Financial support offered by employers

    Many employers offer partial or full financial assistance for employees who wish to deepen their expertise through postgraduate study. This support may come in the form of tuition reimbursement, professional development budgets or dedicated study‑leave schemes. For working professionals, employer funding can be a valuable way to invest in career growth while reducing personal costs.

  • Additional funding options

    There are more funding routes such as external grants, scholarships and financing, which can significantly reduce overall costs and help it be more accessible. 

Explore the scholarships and funding opportunities

The Online learning experience

Personal and human

An Online Master lets you study anytime, anywhere, making it easier to balance your career ambitions with work and personal life. But flexibility doesn’t mean distance. Even though the programme is 100% online, it’s designed with a strong human focus at its core.

You won’t just watch recordings, you’ll be able to join live classes, take part in small group discussions, and engage in interactive Q&A sessions that create real conversations with professors and classmates. Faculty members are visible and approachable, offering personal feedback, hosting virtual office hours, and actively participating in discussions so you feel supported throughout your journey.

Beyond the classroom, dedicated learning advisors and programme managers regularly check in to help you stay on track. Through group projects, peer feedback, and discussion forums, you’ll build meaningful connections with fellow students across time zones. There are also informal moments to connect, such as virtual coffee chats, networking events, and alumni meetups, helping you grow your professional network.

Most importantly, the programme allows you to shape your studies around your own goals, creating a learning experience that feels personal, engaging, and tailored to you.

Small classes & interactive learning

Classes are capped at around 40 students to maximise engagement and build a strong learning community. The online environment encourages collaboration, idea-sharing, and direct access to expert faculty.

Live sessions

Highly interactive sessions are organised regularly. You are encouraged to join them to engage and connect with faculty and peers in real time. 

 

The live sessions include lectures, panel discussions, and Q&A's.

Your Programme Manager

Receive personalised human support and regular check-ins from day 1 until graduation with your Programme Manager.

Their role is to ensure smooth course delivery, technical troubleshooting and your success as a learner.

The global classroom

Learn in English, network with like-minded professionals from around the world, see things from a different perspective and build intercultural and professional skills.
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Support services for learners

  • Personalised guidance during admission

    A dedicated admissions team guides you from your first interest with personalised support. RSM admission officers and enrolment advisors collaborate to address academic and financial needs, ensuring you feel confident and ready to achieve your educational goals.

  • Tailored support through our learning experience team

    Once enrolled in an online master programme, our dedicated learning experience team offers tailored guidance on study management, academic writing, and navigating the virtual campus. The team prioritises your well-being with proactive check-ins, ensuring consistent support throughout your online learning journey.

  • Online library

    Gain full access to the Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) online library, one of the world’s best academic libraries. This resource offers e-books, journals, research databases, and digital archives. With 24/7 access and library support, you can study anytime, anywhere, empowering you to reach your goals.

  • Effective onboarding experience

    Two weeks before starting, you join an onboarding experience tailored for success in online studies. It introduces the virtual environment, academic resources, and skills like submitting assignments and accessing feedback, equipping you to thrive in your programme.

  • IT Support

    Our IT team provides support and guidance to online learners. For learners with disabilities, we offer customised adaptations with teaching staff, ensuring an inclusive and stress-free learning journey while respecting privacy.

  • Online events & networking opportunities

    Be part of the EUR community with access to engaging events beyond the virtual classroom. These include career development sessions, wellbeing workshops, networking opportunities, and invitations to campus and online events, fostering growth and success.

Why RSM?

  • Among 1% of business schools worldwide with Triple Crown accreditation
Among 1% of business schools worldwide with Triple Crown accreditation
Top 50 Business schools globally - Financial Times
35 research centres and initiatives
Nearly 50,000 active alumni worldwide

Are you an employer?

Investing in employee education makes sense

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, continuous learning is no longer optional, it’s a strategic necessity. Investing in employee education, especially in areas like artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainability, empowers organisations to stay competitive and future-ready. 

Our online masters are part-time and designed with flexibility to fit around the lives of working professionals. This means both the individual and the business benefit from the achievement and application of new cutting-edge skills without the need for potentially disruptive career breaks.

FAQs

Our next starting date for any online master programme is September 2026. 

The final application deadline for the September 2026 intake is: Wednesday July 15, 2026, 23:59 CET

Start your application to an online master here.

Yes, the application portal for admissions has opened. You can apply to an online master programme via Embark, where you will need to create an account.

If your qualifications align with the programme, you will be invited to an online interview as part of the admissions process.

Learners are expected to commit to around 15 - 20 hours of studying a week during the lecture periods.

Check the webpage or brochure of a specific master to see more detailed infromation around study loads and what to expect as an online learner.

Yes, we have various different scholarship options for applicants to our online master programmes. 

The scholarships offer financial support to help applicants pursue their educational and career goals. The scholarships are available to EU and non-EU applicants. They can range from €500-€2000 off your tuition fees). Click here to learn more. 

Yes, we offer different ways to finance your master, such as payment plans.

There is also a wide range of scholarships and incentives now available for applicants (which can range from €500-€2000 off your tuition fees).

Please click here to read more about financing support for your online master.

Yes, your employer can sponsor your master, and in different ways.

With many students getting support from their employer, either in terms of financing or time, approaching your organisation is probably the first place to start when thinking about funding a master as a working professional.

We have sample Business Cases you can use to assist with requesting support from your company or organisation:

  • Click here to review and download the Business case for MSc Sustainability Management.
  • Click here to review and download the Business Case for MSc Marketing and Data Intelligence.

For more information on employer benefits and support click here.

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