Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam)

• Mission: The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam aims to offer scientifically driven, value-based education and research while taking responsibility for the betterment of people and the planet. It aspires to train students and professionals with expertise and a "Broader Mind," fostering free-thinking individuals who connect with society with attention to diversity, meaning, and humanity.

• Founded: No information is available.

• Founders: No information is available.

• Key People:

• Governed by the College van Bestuur (Executive Board).

• Overseen by the Raad van Toezicht (Supervisory Board).

• Headquarters: De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, Netherlands.

• Number of Employees: No specific information available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: VU Amsterdam is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach in education and research, focusing on societal impact and valorization—translating knowledge into societal valuable products or services through entrepreneurship and engagement with external partners.

Products

• Offered Products: Educational programs and research initiatives.

• High-Level Description: VU Amsterdam offers a wide range of bachelor's and master's programs, professional courses, and honors programs. It is also involved in numerous interdisciplinary research endeavors.

• Key Features:

• Education: Incorporates a mix of rigorous academic learning with value-driven aspects, fostering a broader understanding of complex global issues among students.

• Research: Focuses on cutting-edge interdisciplinary research addressing significant societal challenges.

• Valorization: Knowledge transfer initiatives aimed at societal impact, including entrepreneurial education and collaborative research with external organizations.

Recent Developments

• Recent Developments:

• Acknowledgment and appreciation of valorization as a core task, alongside education and research, with ambitions to enhance its influence and visibility on-campus and in broader communications.

• New Products Launched: No information is available.

• New Features Added to Existing Products: Enhancements to entrepreneurial and valorization education, providing better infrastructure and support for students and staff engaged in societal impact projects.

• New Partnerships: IXA-VU, a dedicated department within VU for supporting commercialization of research with economic or societal impact potential, focusing on collaborations with businesses or public entities.

This report has been compiled based on the available information regarding the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, emphasizing its organizational structure, products, initiatives, and strategic developments up to 2025. No additional commentary is included beyond the provided data.