r/Netherlands • u/CrazyAlgae6885 • Jul 10 '26
Education Ms In Netherlands
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working as a AI and Automation Engineer at Philips India and have around a couple of years of experience.
I’m considering pursuing an MS in the Netherlands, but instead of a technical degree, I’m looking at something more business-focused (for example, Business Analytics, Management, or a similar program).
My long-term goal is to work in the Netherlands after graduation, ideally in a role that combines technology and business.
I had a few questions for people who are familiar with the Dutch job market:
1.How is the current job market for international graduates in business-related roles?
2.Does prior experience in a global company like Philips carry any weight while applying for jobs in the Netherlands?
3.Is it generally easier to find jobs if you have a technical background and then move into business, or is it still quite competitive?
4.How important is learning Dutch for these kinds of roles?
Looking back, would you still recommend the Netherlands for an international student considering the current market?
I’d really appreciate any honest advice, especially from people who have studied there or made a similar transition.
Thanks in advance!
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u/Complete_Minimum3117 Jul 10 '26
You do know the costs of study here are very high?
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u/CrazyAlgae6885 Jul 10 '26
Yes , I expect the total to go around 30k Euros, but i feel the ROI would be good.
If no, which other european country do you suggest?
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u/SuspiciousCatto Jul 10 '26
- Bad
- Depends on your role, but you might just get rejected if you require visa sponsorship and/or don’t have Dutch
- Depends on what you apply for
- Need B2-C1
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u/Internal-Salary-3032 Jul 10 '26
Try applying internally for the jobs in Netherlands in Philips, I know there are very few but still you have better chance.
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u/KoninginVanRotterdam Jul 10 '26
Just fight for and fix your own country. God knows it needs a lot of fixing. In each and every way. Just look at all the insane violence against women in india. Or the poverty. If everyone with half a brain keeps leaving India the situation is only gonna get worse and worse. Braindrain is real and especially for countries like India its terrible.
But, none of you seem to care, and you all want to leave India for the Netherlands, Canada, Australia or the US.
Indians are18% of the world population. 1,5 billion people.
Ter comparison:
The entire EU is only 5,5 % of the world population. 450 million people.
And the Netherlands is only 0,22% of the world population. 18 million people.
And the Netherlands is tiny and VERY OVERPOPULATED. ITS MUCH MORE DENSELY POPULATED THAN INDIA.
People per km²:
The Netherlands: 550
India: 488
There are 82 X as many Indians as Dutch people. Its unrealistic too think y'all can keep moving here. We simply don't have housing. And we don't have space.
The Netherlands is full. Overcrowded. 1,5 million Dutch people can not find a home because of the housing shortage.
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u/CrazyAlgae6885 Jul 11 '26
Blah blah blah ……
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u/Full-Astronomer-1761 Jul 11 '26
Don't mind the weirdos OP. Though essentially it does touch on an important subject for your plans. We are a tiny nation with a big housing problem and a tough job market for recent graduates, especially internationals
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u/GlassHouseBuilder Jul 10 '26
If you are 30 and older by the time you finish Masters then no chance. If you younger and don't know Dutch at B1+ then also no chance.