Dr. Mark Boons

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mark Boons is an Assistant Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Department of Knowledge, Information and Innovation. He holds a PhD from Erasmus University Rotterdam, earned in 2013. His research focuses on digital innovation, crowdsourcing, the gig economy, and digital platform organizations. As an active researcher, he has been involved in multiple projects that explore the impact of technology on work and society. He has served as a principal investigator for various research initiatives, including studies on platform work regulations and responsible digital transformations. His contributions to the field have been recognized with several awards, including the SBE Education Award in December 2021. Additionally, he has collaborated with PhD candidates and other researchers in significant projects funded by national grants. His experience also includes serving as an external evaluator for academic work in Norway.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, NL

Engaged in teaching and research focused on digital platform dynamics and innovation.

Awards

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SBE Education Award

2021-12-16

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.