Dr. Roy Sijbom

Associate Professor

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Biography

Roy Sijbom is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management and Organisation at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He previously served as an Assistant Professor in Work and Organisational Psychology at the University of Amsterdam and completed his PhD in Human Resource Management and Organisational Behavior at the University of Groningen in 2013. Dr. Sijbom's research focuses on various aspects of workforce development, examining how digital transformation and technological innovations affect employee learning and motivation in organizations. His key interest areas include learning communities as a vehicle for lifelong learning, where he investigates how to effectively organize and motivate employees in a changing work environment. His work also addresses creativity and innovation within organizations, encouraging managers to foster a culture that enhances employee creativity. Furthermore, he adopts a multilevel perspective to study employee well-being, focusing on the interplay between workplace dynamics and employee mental health. Throughout his career, Dr. Sijbom has successfully attracted significant research funding, including various initiatives under the Horizon 2020 program and the Dutch Science Foundation (NWO).

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Teaching and researching in the field of management and organization.

Assistant Professor

2013-01-01 — 2019-01-01

University of Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Conducted research and taught courses related to work and organizational psychology.

Awards

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NSvP Grant

2022-01-01
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Horizon 2020 Grant

2019-01-01
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NWO XS Grant

2023-01-01
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NWO Grant

2020-01-01

Courses

Empowering People Leading Change

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.