E-commerce specialist (work-based learning)
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What are you becoming?
With your E-commerce Specialist diploma, you can, of course, work for a commercial company or start your own business. You can also continue your studies at a university of applied sciences with an associate's degree or bachelor's degree, for example in E-commerce Management, Commercial Economics, Content Creation, Communications, and many more.
What does your education look like?
This E-commerce Specialist course is a work-based learning program, which means you work 4 days a week and go to school 1 day a week.
Challenges will push you to reach your full potential. You'll work on projects, some of the assignments based on real-world situations, and you'll be trained as a specialist through subjects such as online marketing, design, entrepreneurship, social media, digital skills (data), logistics/retail, and commercial skills.
Education and Examination Regulations (OER)
The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course here.
Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.
Statutory tuition fees
The statutory tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is 762 euros.
Other costs
For an estimate of the additional costs for this course, please see mbowebshop.nlEvery year, by July 1st, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there. To actually order, you must log in with your Summa account.
Laptop
For many courses, students cannot do without a laptop. See the overview whether this applies to your course and download the correct specifications.
Elective courses
During your studies, you'll choose one or more electives to specialize or broaden your knowledge. These include topics like entrepreneurial behavior, personal development, adapting to innovation, and digital skills. You'll receive more information about the electives available during your program. Each elective concludes with an exam. Read more about elective courses.
Study in figures
Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.
What prior education do you need?
For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:
- You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
- You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
- You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
- You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.
Work at a recognized training company
Due to the demanding nature of the course (being able to work independently, planning) and the challenges of finding the right work-study position, it is mainly students aged 18 or older who successfully complete the course.
Work
During a personal interview or introductory meeting, we'll determine if this program is a good fit for you. To participate in this program, you must work at an accredited training company. If you don't work for such a company, we'll help you find a suitable work placement. You'll be responsible for finding one yourself.
For an overview of recognized training companies and more information about the labor market, internships and professions, please visit www.s-bb.nl.
Can I contact a teacher or student?
Teachers know what's going on at school. You can easily ask our teachers your questions using the contact information below. If you contact us during or just before the holidays, you may receive:
will only receive a response after the holidays.
WhatsApp
Contact: Judith Smits
Contact: Hillie Blommers
E-mail
Contact: Judith Smits
Contact: Hillie Blommers
Instagram
DM to: @summa_cb_business
It is also possible to attend a walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.
What are you becoming?
With your E-commerce Specialist diploma, you can, of course, work for a commercial company or start your own business. You can also continue your studies at a university of applied sciences with an associate's degree or bachelor's degree, for example in E-commerce Management, Commercial Economics, Content Creation, Communications, and many more.
What does your education look like?
This E-commerce Specialist course is a work-based learning program, which means you work 4 days a week and go to school 1 day a week.
Challenges will push you to reach your full potential. You'll work on projects, some of the assignments based on real-world situations, and you'll be trained as a specialist through subjects such as online marketing, design, entrepreneurship, social media, digital skills (data), logistics/retail, and commercial skills.
Education and Examination Regulations (OER)
The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course here.
Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.
Statutory tuition fees
The statutory tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is 762 euros.
Other costs
For an estimate of the additional costs for this course, please see mbowebshop.nlEvery year, by July 1st, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there. To actually order, you must log in with your Summa account.
Laptop
For many courses, students cannot do without a laptop. See the overview whether this applies to your course and download the correct specifications.
Elective courses
During your studies, you'll choose one or more electives to specialize or broaden your knowledge. These include topics like entrepreneurial behavior, personal development, adapting to innovation, and digital skills. You'll receive more information about the electives available during your program. Each elective concludes with an exam. Read more about elective courses.
Study in figures
Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.
What prior education do you need?
For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:
- You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
- You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
- You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
- You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.
Work at a recognized training company
Due to the demanding nature of the course (being able to work independently, planning) and the challenges of finding the right work-study position, it is mainly students aged 18 or older who successfully complete the course.
Work
During a personal interview or introductory meeting, we'll determine if this program is a good fit for you. To participate in this program, you must work at an accredited training company. If you don't work for such a company, we'll help you find a suitable work placement. You'll be responsible for finding one yourself.
For an overview of recognized training companies and more information about the labor market, internships and professions, please visit www.s-bb.nl.
Can I contact a teacher or student?
Teachers know what's going on at school. You can easily ask our teachers your questions using the contact information below. If you contact us during or just before the holidays, you may receive:
will only receive a response after the holidays.
WhatsApp
Contact: Judith Smits
Contact: Hillie Blommers
E-mail
Contact: Judith Smits
Contact: Hillie Blommers
Instagram
DM to: @summa_cb_business
It is also possible to attend a walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.
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