Master in Edge Executive Design For Growth Evolution

At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, applications for the May 2027 intake are open until Feb 15, 2027, while tuition comes to 8,761 USD per year.

EDGE (Explore, Design, Grow, Emerge) functions as an intensive executive-lab, specifically engineered for senior leaders who find themselves at a strategic crossroads. Instead of traditional classroom learning, this programme utilizes a 6-month modular framework to help experienced professionals reinvent their leadership identity and navigate complex career transitions with intention and clarity.

Led by prof. dr. Svetlana Khapova and Regina Kuzmina, the programme integrates behavioural science, leadership psychology, and design thinking. It is uniquely tailored for individuals with 10+ years of leadership experience who are seeking to amplify their influence, explore entrepreneurial or board-level opportunities, or simply re-energize their professional impact.

Distinctive Approach

• Evidence-Based Toolkit: Participants gain access to Hogan-insights, job-crafting frameworks, and stakeholder-mapping tools to facilitate data-driven career decisions.
• Safe Harbour Environment: Sessions are conducted under the Chatham House Rule, ensuring a confidential space for peer-to-peer exchange among senior leaders.
• Sustainable Growth: Beyond the three core physical modules, the programme ecosystem includes alumni labs and executive coaching to ensure that the transformative impact remains visible and actionable long after the programme concludes.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a research-led university situated in the heart of Amsterdam, founded in 1880 and welcoming more than 31,700 students including a large international cohort. Its long history combines academic tradition with modern interdisciplinary teaching across social sciences, humanities, law, business, and sciences. English-taught bachelor and master programs make it accessible to international applicants seeking a high-quality European education in a dynamic urban setting.

The university emphasizes research excellence and societal impact, with numerous institutes and centers that connect students to real-world challenges. Small-group teaching, problem-based learning options, and close supervision at graduate level support academic growth. International students can take advantage of dedicated services for visa advice, housing support, language courses, and career guidance that ease transition and enhance employability in the Netherlands and beyond.

Student life blends campus facilities with Amsterdam cultural vitality, including museums, startups, and multinational companies that offer internships and networking. Affordable public transport and a bicycle-friendly environment make daily life straightforward while campus clubs and student associations help newcomers build a community. Prospective international students should research program entry requirements early, prepare application documents and funding plans, and reach out to the international office to plan arrival and accommodation.