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Build your future in finance

Executive Master of Finance & Control Programme

Would you like to apply for the joint Executive Master of Finance & Control programme offered by the Vrije Universiteit and the University of Amsterdam?

The first step is to complete the CV Scan, which allows us to assess your eligibility. If you meet the requirements, you will receive an invitation for a non-binding intake interview, during which we will determine your final eligibility and any potential knowledge gaps. To be well prepared for this conversation, we ask all candidates to first attend an (online) information session.

Admission Requirements

  • You hold a completed university-level (WO) master’s degree and have at least two years of relevant work experience.
  • You possess both theoretical and practical knowledge of accounting, control, and finance, as well as a basic understanding of management, law, and organisational studies.
  • You will discuss your education and experience in an admissions interview with the programme management. Any missing or outdated knowledge can be addressed through an efficiently organised deficiency programme.

Get in touch with us

Do you have questions about admissions or the application process, or would you like to know whether the programme matches your experience and ambitions? Whatever your question, our study advisors are happy to help:

  • René Hulsink – controllers.sbe@vu.nl, +31 20 598 6035
  • Julia Grippo – admissions-emfc@uva.nl, +31 6 1490 1031


How to Apply

You can start the programme in February or September. After the admissions interview, you can register by submitting the application form by 15 January for a February start or 15 August for a September start.

You will receive the application form automatically after the admissions interview. To schedule a non-binding admissions interview, you can complete this form or contact our programme coordinators, Patty Faase or Ewald Liebegut, at controllers.sbe@vu.nl or +31 20 598 6035.

Brochure

Executive Master of Finance & Control programme 

Online Open Evening 21 April

18:00 English session
19:00 Dutch session

Open Evening 19 May at VU Amsterdam

18:00-18:45 English session
19:00-19:45 Dutch Session

Additional information

  • From RA to RC in 14 Months

    VU offers Registered Accountants (RA) a tailored programme that balances study feasibility with completion time.
    As an RA, you can complete the Controllers Programme in approximately 14 months. Upon completion, you will earn the titles MSc, EMFC, and RC (through membership of the Vereniging van Registercontrollers, VRC).

    If you would like to know more about the options, download the brochure “From RA to RC in 14 Months” or contact one of our programme coordinators, Patty Faase or Ewald Liebegut, at controllers.sbe@vu.nl or +31 20 598 6035.

  • Entry Pathway for HBO Graduates

    • Admission to the programme requires a university-level master’s degree.
    • If you do not yet hold a master’s degree, you may enter the Part-time Master in Accounting and Control.
    • During this programme, you can specialise in Control and take courses in Advanced Corporate Finance and Management Control.

    Under certain conditions, candidates with a completed Post-HBO programme may also be admitted. The admissions committee will assess each case individually.

  • Vereniging van Registercontrollers (VRC)

    • The Vereniging van Registercontrollers (VRC) unites graduates of postgraduate Controllers Programmes at Dutch universities.
    • The VRC aims to promote high professional standards among academically trained controllers and encourages knowledge sharing, both for its members and the accredited Executive Master of Finance & Control.
    • The VRC manages the collective trademarks “Registercontroller” and “RC”, which reflect the intended quality standards. Besides full RC members, the VRC also recognises associated members and aspirant members.
    • Registration is handled via the Accreditation Committee, while the Disciplinary Board ensures compliance with the VRC’s code of conduct.
  • Alumni Association

    The VU Register Controllers Alumni Association was founded in 2001 to maintain and promote connections among former students of the VU EMFC programme.

    • The main group consists of over 1,750 Register Controllers who have graduated from VU since 1986, representing almost one-third of all RCs in the Netherlands.
    • Non-graduated VU RC students are also welcome as aspirant members.
    • The association keeps members updated on developments in the profession in collaboration with VU. Membership fees are kept low and, thanks to sponsorship, membership is currently free.

    Key activities include:

    • Annual lectures on current topics from the daily practice of controllers/CFOs, presented by experienced guest speakers.
    • An annual Update Event, organised with VU and selected guest speakers, highlighting the latest developments in the field.
    • A private LinkedIn group, exclusively for VU RCs.

    Alumni Testimonials

    • “Perfect mix of theory and practice” — Erik Swelheim, CFO KLM
    • “The VU RC programme gives you a unique starting position” — Arend de Jong, Senior Vice President Corporate Finance & Treasury KLM
    • “An excellent foundation for future CFOs” — Hans Janssen, CFO Royal Friesland Campina
  • Professor Henk Meij Thesis Award

    The Professor Henk Meij Thesis Award aims to promote education in the VU Controllers Programme by awarding an annual prize to the student with the best thesis.

    • First prize: €2,000 | Second prize: €750
    • Awards are decided by an independent jury.

    Founded in 1998 by Professor Henk Meij (1928–2007), former CFO of Unilever, the foundation honours his role in establishing the postgraduate Controllers Programme at VU and his long tenure as professor of Strategic Planning.

    • Students with a thesis grade of 8 or higher, nominated by their supervisor, are eligible.

    Assessment criteria:

    • Academic quality
    • Added value for the organisation
    • Originality
    • Presentation and design

    Jury members:

    • Prof. Dr. Tom Groot, Professor of Management Accounting, VU Amsterdam, Director of ARCA (Chair)
    • Prof. Dr. Robert van der Meer, Professor of Finance, University of Groningen
    • Hans Janssen RC, CFO Royal Friesland Campina
    • Brigitte de Graaff LLM MSc CMA, PhD candidate, VU Controllers Programme
    • Louis Spoor RA, Lecturer in Management Information, VU Controllers Programme (Secretary)

    Foundation Board:

    • Staffan Meij, Director Read Speaker, Chair
    • Prof. Dr. Bert Steens RC MCM
    • Drs. Gavin van Boekel MBA RC, Chair of the VU Controllers Programme Curatorium

    Contact:
    Professor Henk Meij Thesis Award – Controllers Programme
    Room HG 6A-43, De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam
    secretaris@scriptieprijs.org
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Would you like to know more?

Please feel free to contact Patty Faase or Ewald Liebegut.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
School of Business and Economics for Professionals
De Boelelaan 1105
1081 HV AMSTERDAM

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  • Patty Faase
  • Education coordinator
  • Ewald Liebegut
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