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Why attend the Open Day?

Understand why an MBA matters in uncertain times

Global instability, organisational restructuring and rapid advances in AI are reshaping careers and industries. This Open Day explores how an Executive MBA can help you stay resilient, relevant and ready to lead through change. You will gain insights into how business education equips professionals to navigate volatility, adapt to emerging challenges and create long-term career opportunities.

Hear from faculty, alumni and industry perspectives

RSM faculty will share perspectives on leadership, innovation and the future of work in a changing global landscape. You will also hear candid reflections from alumni on the real return on investment of an EMBA, including career progression, personal growth and how they approached employer sponsorship.

Move forward with clarity and confidence

Whether you are exploring your options or building a case for employer support, this Open Day offers practical insight to help you make informed decisions about your next career step.

During the Open Day, you will:
  • hear an honest, evidence-based argument for why turbulent times reward investment in leadership

     

  • talk to admissions advisors about fit, workload, and what your application needs

     

  • connect with professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds

     

  • experience RSM’s pragmatic, international and business-driven learning culture.

     

     

What to expect during the MBA Open Day

Insights into business in uncertain times

The Executive MBA Open Day begins with a focused plenary session exploring how global instability, geopolitical developments and technological disruption are reshaping leadership and careers. You will hear perspectives on the future of work, the impact of AI and why strategic development matters in times of uncertainty.

Conversations with faculty, alumni and advisors

Throughout the event, you will have opportunities to connect directly with faculty, alumni and programme advisors. Hear first-hand experiences about the return on investment of an Executive MBA, including career transitions, leadership development and securing employer sponsorship. You can also ask practical questions about the admissions process, programme formats and balancing study with professional commitments.

A practical view of the EMBA experience

The Open Day is designed to help you understand how an Executive MBA translates into real-world impact. Through presentations, discussions and networking, you will explore how RSM’s Executive MBA programme develop the leadership, strategic thinking and adaptability needed to navigate an increasingly complex business environment.

Event agenda

Please note that the agenda is subject to change and will be updated as the event programme is finalised.

9:30-10:00
Registration
10:00-10:30
Introduction to RSM's Executive MBA programme
10:30-11:15
Masterclass
11:30-12:30
EMBA Students & Alumni panel
12:30-13:30
Networking lunch with students, alumni and RSM staff
13:30-14:00
Coffee chat

Meet the speakers

Learn directly from leaders, faculty and alumni shaping the future of business

During the Executive MBA Open Day, you will engage directly with the faculty, industry experts and programme advisors behind Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM)’s Executive MBA and MBA portfolio. Through presentations and discussions, they will explore how business education helps professionals navigate uncertainty, lead through complexity and respond to global shifts in technology, geopolitics and the future of work.

You will also hear from Executive MBA alumni who will share candid reflections on their learning experience, career progression and personal growth. Discover how their studies at RSM strengthened their leadership capabilities, expanded their international perspectives and helped them create new opportunities in a rapidly changing business environment.

Caroline Angle

Executive MBA Recruitment & Admissions Manager 

Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University Rotterdam

Meike Kiestra

Executive MBA Recruitment & Admissions Manager 

Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University Rotterdam

Prof. Eric van Heck

Professor of Information Management and Markets

Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University Rotterdam

 

 

Speaker details are currently being confirmed and will be updated closer to the event date.