Students
Graduate School of Communication
Siri Haaland and Aniek Zweers share their experiences studying Corporate Communication
Siri H. Hollekim Haaland, Norwegian, Master's student Corporate Communication.
I had decided to do my masters abroad, and every time a professor back in Norway would recommend a programme, it was located in Amsterdam. “Want to do a masters in rhetoric? Go to Amsterdam!” “Want to study more research methodology? Go to Amsterdam!” The fact that I could find an education that was so specific to my passion within communication was definitely a major reason for me going to Amsterdam. And in addition to a quality education, I wanted to study in a vibrant city with a large international community.
Challenging and inspiring environment
The Graduate School of Communication has definitely been the right choice for me! The professors are eager to teach, and they both challenge and help us on the way. This year, I have studied methodology and statistics, and having passionate professors and teachers who wants us to succeed has been crucial. There is also a large international community with students from all over the world, and it’s so inspiring to be in a place where people from so many different backgrounds have the same passion.
The future looks bright
One of the greatest things about the communication field is that you can help promote and strengthen issues, causes and work that you believe in. I hope to work as a communication adviser in governmental or non-profit organisations. I have worked for similar organizations before and I look forward to having more confidence and a stronger academic foundation to bring to my future jobs.
Aniek Zweers, the Netherlands, Master's student Corporate Communication
‘Finally I am taking courses that I am really interested in! Last February, I started the Master’s in Corporate Communication. This Master’s combines courses about internal and external communication. The development of scientific knowledge as well as the implementation of research are an important part of the courses.
Despite the few contact hours, I had to work hard and read lots of articles in the beginning of the Master’s, but the hard work is certainly worth it.’