Facility Management

Erasmus Exchange

Level:	Bachelor degree level
Length:	2 months (6 weeks)
Period:	February - July or September - January
Language:	English
ECTS:	30 (or 15 ECTS)
For whom:	FM-students who want to get acquainted with international developments in facility management and who are potentially interested in spending the next semester abroad. For them the international semester is a preparation for a study at a foreign university or an internship abroad. Foreign students from universities with which the Department of Facility Management has a student Erasmus exchange agreement. For these students the semester will be an introduction to the concept of Facility Management. Foreign exchange students from other departments of the Faculty of Economics and Management. They will be allowed to participate in some modules.

Introduction

The courses (generally 6-week modules and 1 week intensive) are taught in English. A lot of attention will be paid to international developments in Facility Management. Foreign lecturers will integrate examples derived from their native countries into their courses. The "Exchange Project = EXPO" also contributes to the international orientation of the course. A more detailed description of the modules follows hereunder.

Content

Learning method

The International Semester consists of theory and practical assignments and theoretical schooling. During the theoretical part, workshops and lectures prepare students for the practical assignment. The students also have the chance to consult experts.

Modules

An example of the subjects:

• Accommodation Management: Space, Place and Use

• Management of Change
• Strategic Management
• Management of Real Estate
• Exchange Project (abroad, student pays 400 €)
• Creativity and Innovation in FM
• Total Quality Management
• Cross Cultural Communication
• Human Resources Management

In addition to the theoretical education, students put theory into practice in a practical assignment carried out in groups of 4 to 6 students. The exchange project has an innovative and international character and public relevance. EXPO focuses on Health Care institutes and the Cure & Care side. A professional coach supervises each project group.

Assessment

A self test English is held the first week of the International Semester.

Learning goals

After the semester, students will have gained experience in:

• Working in international projects: drawing up a project plan, working together in (virtual) teams

• Acting in international settings (communicating effectively in multicultural situations with colleagues and clients and empathising with people with diverse backgrounds).
  

Furthermore, they will have developed the relevant skills and knowledge for their specific bachelor programme. The exam comprises:

• A presentation of the final product (by group)

• An assessment, which includes the evaluation of the group process
• Writing a paper about the experiences gained and the reflection on that
• Some written examinations

Depending on the student’s programme at the home university, the student may opt to follow only the first half of the programme. In that case the practical assignment will be adapted. The shortened programme will take 10 weeks and the student will gain 15 ECTS.

Prerequisites

A-levels. Educational and/or professional experience in the field of facility management, hospitality management or service management is an advantage. The programme starts every half year, in February and September. At least 12 participants are required for the programme to take place.

Registration

To register please contact our International Office

International Office
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Email: exchange@hhs.nl
Tel: +31 (0)70 445 8505
Fax: +31 (0)70 445 8594

Postal address:
P.O. Box 13336
2501 EH The Hague
The Netherlands

More information

For more information please contact:

Mr Dr. R.H.J. van Wezel
E: r.h.j.vanwezel@.hhs.nl
T: +31 (0)70 445 8138
F: +31 (0)70 445 8125