Facility Management International Semester

The Hague University of Applied Sciences

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Program description

The Facility Management course is intended for students who want to get acquainted with international developments in facility management and who are interested in spending their next semester abroad. For them the international semester is a preparation for a study at a foreign university.

The courses (generally 6-week modules) are taught in English. A lot of attention will be paid to international developments in Facility Management. Foreign lecturers will integrate examples derived from their native countries into their courses. The "Study Project United Kingdom" also contributes to the international orientation of the course. A more detailed description of the modules follows hereunder.

Facility Management Program Content

The International Semester Facility Management consists of theory and practical assignments and theoretical schooling. During the theoretical part, workshops and lectures prepare students for the practical assignment. The students also have the chance to consult experts.

Examples of the subjects are:

• Accommodation Management: Space, Place and Use
• Management of Change
• Strategic Management
• Management of Real Estate
• Exchange Project EXPO
• Creativity and Innovation in FM
• Total Quality Management
• Cross Cultural Communication
• Human Resources Management 

In addition to the theoretical education, students put theory into practice in a practical assignment carried out in groups of 4 to 6 students. The project has an innovative and international character and public relevance. Dutch international business has a prominent position. EXPO focuses on Health Care institutes and the Cure & Care side. A professional coach supervises each project group.

Facility Management Program Objectives

After the International Semester Facility Management, students will have gained experience in:

• Working in international projects: drawing up a project plan, working together in (virtual) teams
• Acting in international settings (communicating effectively in multicultural situations with colleagues and clients and empathising with people from diverse backgrounds). 
• Furthermore, they will have developed the relevant skills and knowledge for their specific bachelor programme. The exam comprises:
• A presentation of the final product (by group)
• An assessment, which includes the evaluation of the group process
• Writing a paper about the experiences gained and the reflection on that
• Some written examinations

Depending on the student’s program at the home university, the student may opt to follow only the first half of the programme. In that case the practical assignment will be adapted. The shortened programme will take 10 weeks and the student will gain 15 ECTS.

Facility Management Related Programs

Besides Facility Management, The Hague University of Applied Sciences offers a range of other International Semester courses such as the Marketing course.

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Facility Management Scholarships

Students who would like to register for the Facility Management course will need to have sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses. Getting a scholarship could be the first step towards obtaining a top education at The Hague University of Applied Sciences.

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About The Hague University of Applied Sciences

The Hague University aims to train the professionals of the future. They will be able to  perform more and different tasks with their knowledge in their changing professional domains. With practical knowledge and insight, they are able to contribute to innovation within their professions; translate practical knowledge and insight into creative findings, new designs, new processes and smart innovations.

Our 21,300 students, as well as our staff, come from over 146 different nationalities. That diversity is one of our most powerful resources. The exchange of competing ideas and opinions is what leads to real innovation.

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Admission requirements

Previous education

A-levels. Educational and/or professional experience in the field of facility management, hospitality management or service management.

Language requirements

IELTS overall band: 6, TOEFL paper based: 550, TOEFL computer based: 213, TOEFL internet based: 80