Careers are rarely linear. As professionals move through different life stages, the expectations of leadership, caregiving, creativity and wellbeing evolve. Yet many workplaces still operate within systems designed for uninterrupted career paths and constant availability.
Designing Careers That Last explores how we can rethink both careers and organisations to better reflect the realities of modern life. The conversation will examine how individuals can shape sustainable career trajectories, and how organisations can design more human-centred environments that recognise diverse needs, value care, and enable people to thrive over the long term.
Executive MBA Recruitment & Admissions Manager
Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University
Professionals from diverse industries join the Executive MBA at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM) to strengthen their leadership and broaden their global perspective. Discover how alumni experienced the programme and applied their insights in their careers.
You grow enormously as a person during the Executive MBA. The immediate return is personal development, but the real value is the confidence and perspective you gain along the journey.
Lusanele Magwa, Executive MBA Class of 2024
The Executive MBA at RSM strengthens my credibility and equips me with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to grow within my company and lead more effectively.
Hannah Timmer, Executive MBA Class of 2026
RSM’s Executive MBA strengthened my entrepreneurial ambitions and gave me the confidence to take bigger steps. Learning from peers and professors has helped me see how I can turn ideas into real opportunities.
Raza Padhani, Executive MBA Class of 2025
I’m naturally curious and enjoy taking on new challenges. The Executive MBA pushes me to think differently and is accelerating both my learning and the opportunities ahead of me.
Annette van Lochem, Executive MBA Class of 2025
I want to be part of meaningful change and become the best people manager I can be. The Executive MBA helps me develop the perspective and leadership skills to make that impact.
Diana Alvarez, Executive MBA Class of 2024
The Executive MBA at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM) is designed for experienced professionals who want to strengthen their strategic leadership capabilities while continuing to work.
Participants combine academic insight with peer learning and leadership development. The programme brings together professionals from diverse industries and nationalities, creating an environment where perspectives challenge assumptions and broaden thinking.
The result is not only deeper management knowledge, but also a stronger ability to lead organisations through complexity and change.
