Led by the MBA class of 2024, the RSM Impact Investing Competition invites the brightest minds, like you, from MBA programmes around the world to participate. Originally established as a private equity competition, RSM's initiative has transformed in response to the evolving global landscape with a new focus on impact investing.
Since its inception in 2014, this annual case competition event has challenged participants to devise investment strategies that prioritise sustainable value creation. The event challenges you and your team to look beyond mere shareholder returns and to include significant positive societal impacts.
This event serves as a platform for innovation and leadership in responsible investing, and it demonstrates RSM's commitment to advancing the practice of impact investing through both education and practical application.
Date: 8 and 9 November, 2024
Prize pool: €5.000
Team size: 3 to 5 members each team
Team limit: Maximum 3 teams per school
Early Bird registration (team): €499
Standard registration (team): €549
Don't miss you chance to participate, learn and network. Bonus: you get to visit the Netherlands
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Accommodation guide Impact Investing 2024*
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We look forward to welcoming you and your team members to the RSM Impact Investing Competition in Rotterdam, where top MBA teams from around the world come together to work on cases, learn from each other and network over two exciting days. Bonus: you get to visit the Netherlands!
Registration for this event has opened.
For questions about this event, please contact Jeet Shah at jshah@myrsm.nl or Soham Banerjee at sobanerjee@myrsm.nl.
Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your skills and make a global impact!
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Led by the MBA Class of 2024, the RSM Impact Investing Competition invites MBA students from around the world to participate. Initially founded as a private equity competition, it has since evolved, with a renewed focus on impact investing to reflect the changing global landscape.
The competition challenges MBA students to tackle investment cases that offer sustainable solutions, going beyond shareholder returns to include positive societal impacts.
Active MBA students from any school around the world are eligible.
- Competition Dates: 8–9 November 2024
- Registration Deadline: 15 October 2024
- Case Released: 3rd week of October 2024
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You can register here.
The standard registration fee is €549 per team.
The fee includes meals, competition materials, networking events, and merchandise.
Unfortunately, we do not offer cancellations or refunds.
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Teams must consist of 3 to 5 members.
No, you must register as part of a team and provide team member names during registration.
No, all team members must be MBA students from the same school.
As long as there are at least 3 members, your team can continue.
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The event will be held at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, in the Bayle Building.
Contact Jeet Shah or Soham Banerjee for hotel recommendations.
Yes, snacks, lunch, and networking drinks are provided.
Rotterdam has excellent public transportation, including metro and train services. Our team will assist you with navigation if needed. Or you can rent a bike and experience the Dutch way!
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The competition will have two rounds. In the first round, teams will present their investment decision to a panel of judges. Afterward, there will be a twist requiring teams to adjust (or not) their decision, with final points based on both rounds.
The case will focus on impact investing in the circular economy, with participants tasked to make an investment decision related to a circular company in the Netherlands.
Teams will be evaluated based on their knowledge, assumptions and decision-making process. You should be able to sustain your choices in front of the judges.
Teams will receive feedback from the panel after the first round of presentations.
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The total prize pool is €5,000 for the winning team.
No, this is a winner-takes-all competition.
Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of participation.
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Yes, networking drinks will be held after the competition, providing an opportunity to connect with judges, speakers, and fellow participants.
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Please reach out to Jeet Shah or Soham Banerjee for further inquiries.
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There is no age limit, but participants must be current MBA students.
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All the information will be available on our website.
