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Erasmus University began as the Dutch School of Higher Commercial Education in 1913 and the Rotterdam School of Management quickly established itself as an amazing centre for business education when it joined the university less than 50 years ago.
RSM, like the city of Rotterdam, has a unique approach to life and makes the most of its international status. As the second largest city in the Netherlands, Rotterdam is never short on opportunities. And, with the majority of its MBA grads remaining in Europe, it’s easy to see it as the place to begin a new future.
Erasmus University fast facts
Public university
University enrollment: 29,790
RSM alumni: 36,000+
Graduate students: 10,878
International students: 5813
Where is Erasmus University?
- City: Rotterdam, the Netherlands
- City population: 635,389 with a metropolitan population of 1,181,284
- Climate: temperate oceanic climate type: winters are cool to cold (Jan mean: 3.6°C/38.5°F) with a few snowy days per month; summers are mild to warm with occasional hot days (Jul mean: 17.8°C/64°F)
- Nearest airport: Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Time zone: From October-March (02:00 CEST); from March to October (03:00 CEST)
A quick look at the latest Rotterdam MBA class
Gender: Male: 64% / Female 36%
Average age: 30
Average work experience: 6 years
International: 97%
Nationalities: 38
Class size: 135
What can you study at Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University?
The Financial Times puts the Rotterdam School of Management in 9ᵗʰ position on the latest European Business School ranking, with its MBA sitting in 11ᵗʰ spot. Its MSc in International Management is rank 11ᵗʰ worldwide.
And, that’s just the beginning of the varied and respected degrees at this school.
| Degree | Duration | Tuition fees |
|---|---|---|
| Degree International Full-time MBA Interested in an International Full-time MBA from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 12 months | Tuition fees €50,500 |
| Degree | Duration 22 months, part-time | Tuition fees €51,500 |
| Degree Global Executive OneMBA Interested in a Global Executive OneMBA from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 21 months, part-time | Tuition fees €62,500 |
| Degree Cologne-Rotterdam Executive MBA Interested in a Cologne-Rotterdam Executive MBA from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 24 months, part-time | Tuition fees €49,500 |
| Degree MScBA Accounting & Financial Management Interested in an MScBA Accounting & Financial Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Business Information Management Interested in an MSc Business Information Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Finance & Investments Interested in an MSc Finance & Investments from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 12 months | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Finance & Investments Advanced Interested in an MSc Finance & Investments Advanced from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 16 months | Tuition fees €24,000 |
| Degree MSc Global Business & Sustainability Interested in an MSc Global Business & Sustainability from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Human Resource Management Interested in an MSc Human Resource Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc International Management / CEMS Interested in an MSc International Management / CEMS from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 18 months | Tuition fees €27,000 |
| Degree MSc Management of Innovation Interested in an MSc Marketing from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Marketing Management Interested in an MSc Marketing Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MScBA Master in Management Interested in an MScBA Master in Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 16 months | Tuition fees €24,000 |
| Degree Research Master in Business and Management Interested in a Research Master in Business and Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 2 years | Tuition fees €34,600 |
| Degree MSc Organisational Change & Consulting Interested in an MSc Organisational Change & Consulting from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 12 months | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Strategic Entrepreneurship Interested in an MSc Strategic Entrepreneurship from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Strategic Management Interested in an MSc Strategic Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 1 academic year | Tuition fees €18,000 |
| Degree MSc Supply Chain Management Interested in an MSc Supply Chain Management from Rotterdam School of Management? | Duration 12 months | Tuition fees €18,000 |
Rotterdam School of Management job placement
Recruitment is taken seriously at RSM, with the school using every tool in the box to connect students with recruiters and potential employers.
In addition to networking sessions and recruiting events, the school makes the most of CV books, job posting boards and industry panels.
Together, these methods ensure grads make the most of their skills and choose fulfilling employment opportunities.
$127,100
highest salary accepted within the 2017 MBA class
90%
2017 MBAs accepted offers in 3 months of grad
85%
2017 MBAs remained in Europe post grad
$80,229
average post grad salary for 2017 MBAs
What's it like to live at Erasmus University’s Rotterdam School of Management?
Rotterdam is a super vibey international city and makes a great place for single students - as well as those with families. And, you’ll find plenty of housing options for every preference. The university also has some housing units available and are prepared to help international students find their home in the city.
The Erasmus Food Plaza offers students food from across the world for those that want a taste of home, and that’s just an on-campus offering; the city offers so many options from groceries to gourmets.
Students won’t need a car to get around with walking and bicycling complementing the city’s public transport system.
The Rotterdam School of Management accepts around a third of the students that apply for their International Full-Time MBA programme. While these may seem like good odds, it has to do with the connection the school attempts to make with potential applicants before they apply.
At the very least, applicants with their eye on RSM should make use of the school’s CV assessment and pre-screening options before launching into essay writing. The admissions team is always open for questions, as they want to ensure a great fit for everyone they accept.
There is no single ideal candidate for an RSM MBA degree, but the school does value those that bring varied work and life experiences to the table. They want classroom discussions and students that are prepared to share their views. RSM welcomes MBA applicants with unique backgrounds and encourages those who embrace change and flexibility.
Interviews, which can take place anywhere in the world, are offered to those who pass through the initial review of their application. While test scores and years of work experience aren’t necessarily tipping factors for RSM admissions, you may want to keep these in mind when preparing your application.
- Average GMAT scores: 640
- Average years of work experience: 6
Rotterdam MBA application deadlines for January 2019 entry
| Round | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Round Round 1 | Date 10 April 2018 | Notes n/a |
| Round Round 2 | Date 12 June 2018 | Notes n/a |
| Round Round 3 | Date 14 August 2018 | Notes n/a |
| Round Round 4 | Date 16 October 2018 | Notes Last round for applicants requiring a visa |
| Round Round 5 | Date 13 November | Notes Only for applicants not requiring a visa |
Rotterdam MBA admissions details
Application fee: €100
Required essays: 3
Recommendations: 2, on the reference forms provided
GMAT test: required, GRE accepted in its place
Language test: not required for the initial application, however proof of English language skills may be requested later in the form of TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores.
MBA cost of attendance (for 2019 academic year)
Tuition: €50,500
Housing: €8400
Living costs: €8400
Health insurance: €1200
Total est CoA for 1 year: €68,500
Although RSM doesn’t require MBA applicants to prove their English proficiency in the initial application, they can request test scores at any point in the admissions process for those they’re not certain will cope with the English language instruction provided.
If you don’t regularly communicate in English or don’t have an undergrad degree which was completed in English, you may want to investigate test centres, dates and costs - just in case.
Does RSM offer scholarships to international students?
The Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University does offer a number of scholarships to candidates admitted to the International Full-time MBA programme. Keep in mind that you may apply to as many of these scholarships that you qualify for, but you’ll only be awarded one.
Applications for scholarships run parallel to application deadlines and you’ll want to ensure you apply for both admission and scholarships at the same time. The university does make it as easy as possible to see what’s available and they do their best to assist admits in finding the financing they need.
Prodigy Finance international student loans for Erasmus University
Prodigy Finance offers loans for international masters students at Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University.
Students from supported countries pursuing MBAs are eligible to apply.
- MBA Maximum loan amount: up to 100% of cost of tuition minus scholarships and sponsorship
- Minimum loan amount: €15,000
- Typical interest rates: 5.5-8.5% (fixed) over the 3-month GBP Libor base rate (variable)
- All loans disbursed directly to the university according to due dates
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