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Module 1: From Newcomer to Insider
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Module 2: Mastering the Art of Dutch Professional Relationships
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StartM2.1 Clarifying Expectations with Your Manager
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StartM2.2 Your Manager - Your Biggest Champion
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StartM2.3 Your Development and the One-on-One Agenda
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StartM2.4 Your Role in the Team
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StartM2.5 Reviews and Feedback
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StartM2.6 Challenge - Work Ethic Clash
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StartM2.7 Work-Life Balance - The Best Part of Dutch Culture
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StartM2.8 Check Your Understanding
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Module 3: Communication and Connection
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Module 4: Becoming a Dutch Workplace Pro
7 Lessons-
StartM4.1 The Base of Or Subtleties
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StartM4.2 Cultural Perspective and Workplace Values
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StartM4.3 The Eight Cultural Dimensions Explained
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StartM4.4 Common Expat Behaviors vs Dutch Alternatives
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StartM4.5 The Way of Zelf - Deep Dive into Dutch autonomy
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StartM4.6 Conclusion - First Year Success Tips
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StartM4.7 Check Your Understanding
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4.8 (100+ reviews)
All About Work
You'll go from feeling lost and frustrated to fully integrated.
Working in the Netherlands can be both exciting and confusing
Dutch offices run on values like directness, equality, and autonomy but if you didn’t grow up here, it can feel like there’s a secret rulebook everyone else has read.
By the end, you’ll go from second-guessing every email and meeting to confidently contributing, fitting in, and being seen for your talent, not just your passport.
Because belonging at work isn’t just about understanding the culture. It’s about being able to bring your whole self into it.
If you struggle with...
Never fitting in
You work hard to integrate but still feel like an outsider. Conversations feel slightly off and you’re not fully relaxed being yourself.
Job rejections
You know you're qualified but your CV, LinkedIn or interviews don’t seem to land the Dutch way and you’re not sure why.
Unspoken expectations
Dutch work culture runs on rules nobody explains. You’re constantly guessing what’s normal and worrying you’re getting it wrong.
Here's how we can help
Finally feel like you belong
We designed this course from real life experience of settling in the Netherlands. You'll finish the course finally understanding Dutch culture.
Succeed in your career
After completing the course you'll have everything you need to succeed in interviews, when getting a promotion and when connecting with colleagues.
Clarity
This is your guide to thriving here in the Netherlands, you'll finally understand the hidden meanings behind the things your boss or colleagues say.
About this course
No fluff
Our video lectures give you guided hands-on practice so you can quickly learn by doing, not just watching.
Practical focused
The course focuses on real-conversations with real people and gives you practical actions to take to progress your career.
Self-Paced
Life is busy and this course is designed for you to fit it around your work, studies, family and other responsibilities.
What You’ll Learn
Conversational Techniques
Dutch Cultural Nuances
Mastering Meetings
Job Application Strategy
Interview Prep & Practice
Salary Negotiation Tricks
Highly Recommended Course. Easy to Understand, Informative, Very Well Organized. The Course is Full of Practical and Valuable for Anyone who wants to Enhance their Skills. Really Enjoyed it. Thank you!!
Highly Recommended Course. Easy to Understand, Informative, Very Well Organized. The Course is Full of Practical and Valuable for Anyone who wants to Enhance their Skills. Really Enjoyed it. Thank you!!
Thrive at Work
I've done it and so can you!
About your trainer
Roxana Moldoveanu
Roxana is a career strategist, mentor, and coach who helps ambitious international professionals build fulfilling careers in the Netherlands.
With over 13 years of experience leading supply chain departments in pharma, biotech, and IT, Roxana knows the Dutch workplace from the inside out.
But she also knows what it's like to navigate it as an expat: the culture shock, the pressure of being the only foreigner in the room, and the challenge of starting over in a new country.
After nearly 15 years in the Netherlands, Roxana has built a career and life she loves.
Through her coaching practice, she's helped countless internationals land jobs, thrive in Dutch work environments, and step into leadership roles.
Meet our students
It is such a beautifully put together journey. I love the fact that it is made from the perspective of someone who is also an international.
I'm so grateful to DWCS, before I felt like a complete outsider, now I've made friends with some of colleagues and I feel so much happy.
I just had to tell you! Thanks to the course I went for a promotion at work and got it! Not just a better salary but also more respect from my colleagues.
Meet our students
It is such a beautifully put together journey. I love the fact that it is made from the perspective of someone who is also an international.
I'm so grateful to DWCS, before I felt like a complete outsider, now I've made friends with some of colleagues and I feel so much happy.
I just had to tell you! Thanks to the course I went for a promotion at work and got it! Not just a better salary but also more respect from my colleagues.
What you'll get inside the course
- Instant Lifetime access to video course & updates lectures, reading materials, multimedia elements, and interactive activities
- Skills Test & Practice Exams
- Access to course community social groups
- Access to webinars and networking options
- Lifetime course updates
- Certificate of Completion issued by Dutch work Culture School
- Support & Coaching options for job seekers
- Priority listing for DWCS candidates with our partner companies
Exclusive Participant Only Bonus: Join Our Talent Pool
As a Dutch Work Culture School member, you can choose to be added to our candidate talent pool. Through our recruitment agency, we connect selected candidates with open positions across our partner network.
87%
Integration Success
Research shows 87% of expats who understand Dutch work culture report faster career progression in the Netherlands.
6 months
Time Saved
The average international professional takes 12-18 months to decode Dutch workplace norms. Cut that time in half.
#1
Career Barrier
Cultural misunderstanding is the #1 reason international talent leaves Dutch companies within 2 years. Let's prevent that.
Affordable Transparent Pricing
Experts say we should charge €1999+.
But that's not the point.
We set an accessible price so you can earn back your investment in your first paycheck.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take to finish the course?
On average, people finish the course within 4 to 6 weeks. The average person spends about 20-60 minutes on the course at a time, a few times per week. This is a completely self-paced course, so you get to decide when you start and when you finish.
How long will I have access to the course?
Our courses come with lifetime access. After enrolling, you’ll have unlimited access to the entire course. You can speed through it or take as long as you need, and you’ll always be able to look back to refresh on concepts even once you’re on the job.
Will this work for me?
Our courses help internationals succeed in Dutch workplaces, even if you're new to the culture. We don’t just teach theory. You learn exactly how to communicate, interview, and behave the Dutch way so you feel confident in real situations. This works whether you arrived recently or have been here for years. See how others got hired and finally felt at home by exploring our student stories.
What do I need to get started?
This course can be done from any device with internet access, however, it is easier from a computer.
Do you offer refunds?
We stand by the quality of our courses and have seen enough success from our students that we’re confident that anyone who puts in the effort can learn the skills and land a job. We do not offer refunds, so please make sure you're determined to do the necessary work before making the investment.
Is the course a subscription? Will I be charged more than once?
You can pay in full or choose a payment plan option at checkout. Either way, you receive lifetime access to the course.
