How to choose the appropriate exchange destination?

China

Beijing

There are approximately 90 exchange destinations available to you. These business schools and universities are seen as some of the best in their countries and are renowned worldwide. Check the overview of destinations with additional requirements, such as the estimated number of spots and minimum admission grade. Most of the university’s websites provide you with up-to-date information on their programmes and courses.

You have to list three preferred destinations in your application. Next to that, you will be able to mention 10 alternative destinations. Students generally choose according to location and reputation of the school, but it is your responsibility to check the availability of courses at the partner school. Please do not list preferences you might regret later, as a cancellation fee of €250 applies.

Tips to use when selecting your destinations:

Check if you are able to fulfill the requirements set by RSM and those of the partner school;
Check the course offering per school; do they offer business and economics related courses only or do they have a broader variety. What are your interests?
Check the costs per destination (easily to be found in student reports from your predecessors, see Blackboard). What are the costs for tickets, daily expenses, housing, etc.). For some universities you will need to show that you have enough funds available before the start of your exchange (around February). See question “Money Matters”;
Too difficult to make a final selection? Make a list of pro’s and con’s;
Check the academic calenders (including introduction days and examinations). Some universities start in July already and some have their examinations in January;
Think about your goals and motivation for going on exchange and try think about which destinations/schools/courses can best help you meet these goals.