Dr. Robbert Maseland

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Biography

Robbert Maseland is a Professor of International Economics at Radboud University, where he chairs the Department of Economics and Business Economics. His research focuses on the role of cultural institutions in economic development and the process of globalization. He aims to explain the internationalization decisions of multinationals in response to cultural and institutional differences. His interests stem from a deep ambition to understand the underlying causes of economic development, particularly the effects of cultural and institutional diversity on cooperation and exchange. By combining knowledge from institutional literature with international business perspectives, Maseland analyzes managerial responses to diverse cultural and institutional environments. He engages in comparative economics, highlighting the importance of culture and institutions in shaping economic outcomes.

Research Interests

Requirements for Radboud University

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:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).