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In today’s job market, ambitious professionals need to stay at the cutting edge of their fields. That is why many are exploring how executive education from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM) can help them to stand out and move up. On 9 April 2026, the RSMExecutive Education Open Evening offered a chance to explore RSM’s International Full-time MBA, part-time Executive MBA, online master programmes, short executive courses, customised programmes and Part-time Executive Master in Corporate Communication. An incredible 353 participants signed up to find out how RSM programmes support professionals atevery career stage, from emerging leaders to senior executives and organisational decision-makers. 

The evening opened with a plenary session led by the Managing Director of RSM BV, Richard Hageman, who highlighted the importance of continuous learning in a world shaped by rapid technological and societal change. “In a time when change is constant, the ability to keep learning is what sets professionals apart,” he said. “At RSM, we design learning experiences that not only build knowledge but also help people create meaningful impact in their organisations and beyond.”

This set the stage for a series of faculty-led workshops, where participants actively engaged with topics shaping today’s business landscape. In sessions on leadership, sustainability, data and AI, and personal development, attendees experienced first-hand how RSM combines academic insight with real-world application.

Between sessions, the energy continued at the programme fair. Conversations flowed as participants connected with faculty, alumni and programme advisors, exploring which learning journey best matched their ambitions. With more than 30 RSM colleagues present, there was ample opportunity for tailored advice and meaningful exchanges.

Opportunities to connect

Anca Nicoara, RSM project manager marketing, said, “The participants were a nice mix of Dutch and internationals, and they created a genuine and warm atmosphere. People were curious about how we can support their careers. They all attended the masterclasses and engaged in all four sessions.

“It was lovely to see how our guests connected with each other as well as with our RSM colleagues. We hope to see them again soon, and next time, as our students."

 

More information

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM) is one of Europe’s top-ranked business schools. RSM provides ground-breaking research and education furthering excellence in all aspects of management and is based in the international port city of Rotterdam – a vital nexus of business, logistics and trade. RSM’s primary focus is on developing business leaders with international careers who can become a force for positive change by carrying their innovative mindset into a sustainable future. Our first-class range of bachelor, master, MBA, PhD and executive programmes encourage them to become critical, creative, caring and collaborative thinkers and doers. www.rsm.nl  

For more information about RSM or this release, please contact Pavlina Novakova, RSM corporate communications and PR manager, or Danielle Baan, science communications lead and PR, by email at press@rsm.nl

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