Steve Jobs, Bill Clinton, Mark Zuckerberg... ...at the next STAR Annual Management Conference?
CHALLENGE YOURSELF! Organize the next STAR Management Week
STAR is looking for you! You acquire a lot of valuable knowledge during your studies. But what value do you have to offer employers if you don’t know how to successfully apply all these models and management techniques in a real and practical way? We are looking for ambitious students to organize this year’s STAR Management Week! The STAR Management Week is one of the largest student events in the Benelux. This week-long, nationwide showcase event is considered our annual highlight and takes place in October. It is a linking pin between students, academia, and our corporate network. Being a member of the STAR Management Week Committee is not only a sensational and unique social experience, but also a perfect way to apply your knowledge and improve your skills in (non)-commercial relations, networking, marketing, budgeting, and project management. Challenge yourself! We hope to welcome you as an active member at STAR! Jasperina de Vries Chairman STAR Board 2010-2011
Role as a committee As a member of the STAR Management Week Committee you are responsible for the complete organization of this large event. Because the week offers students a broad variety of activities, being part of the committee is a truly diverse experience. Every member of the committee of course has his/her own tasks such as finding companies to participate in workshops, convincing top international leaders to speak at the Annual Management Conference, or finding spectacular locations for a party or dinner. Nevertheless, working together as a team in the promotional and operational period is also essential for a successful Management Week.
“Being a member of the STAR Management Week Committee is not only a sensational and unique experience, but also a perfect way to explore your knowledge and improve your skills in commercial relations, networking, marketing, accounting, and project management.�
Positions Chairman Responsible for the overall coordination of the project; you must • have insights into how to run such a project • be able to take the lead and maintain an overview of the project • be able to set and check deadlines • be able to keep the team together, support others, act as a motivator and social leader • be able to enjoy social events and networking opportunities • maintain a commercial outlook
Treasurer Responsible for all finances and controlling; you must • be able to set up and safeguard a budget • have insights into costs and revenues that can be expected • possess a realistic view when judging scenarios • be able to deal with all contracts and invoices in a structured way • be able to say “no” when necessary • be able to see the “bigger picture” • be able to work very detailed
Marketing Responsible for marketing and promoting the project to companies, students and other stakeholders; you must • possess strong communication skills • possess insight regarding the value of the project and know how to deliver the message • be creative and innovative in positioning your project • know how to use different communication channels to create awareness • be able to “think outside the box” • have insight in reference to design tools (not required), but it is a plus!
Commercial
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Responsible for all of the money inflow of the project; you must • possess strong communication skills and know how to sell the project • know the value of the project through the eyes of commercial interests • be able to see possibilities and “think outside the box” • be willing to dare to pick up the phone and make those important calls • be able to motivate people when things go bad • be a creative thinker
Speakers
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Responsible for attracting, alluring and inviting potential speakers. In addition you have to develop the concept of the conference or seminar you’re organizing; you must: • be able to convince speakers to come • have a good sense of what role a certain speaker can play in a conference • be smart when approaching speakers (think of their career, statements, interests) • be able to overview the deadlines of speakers • have general knowledge as well as up-to-date knowledge on the latest news • be able to maintain positive and motivated
Events Responsible for the planning of the whole week, the STAR party, catering and other events. In charge of all operational elements during the week; you must • be able to plan well and handle stressful situations • be able to keep an overview of situations • have insight into students’ needs and wants • be able to see possibilities and take initiative • be creative and be able to think outside the box • work very detailed
Full-time compensation What is it like?
“It is kind of hard to briefly describe how I experienced organizing the STAR Management Week. But, the word ‘awesome’ comes pretty close“ Malon Janssen, Speakers (Seminar)
“You will decide how you are going to promote the event to the 25.000 students of the Erasmus University“
The STAR Management Week Committee is a full-time committee until the last week of October 2011. Over the summer the committee will also be full-time. The committee starts in February from 2 days a week, from April on it is full-time. Organizing the STAR Management Week is full-time job, the committee will not be able to spend much time on their study. Therefore, STAR is providing this committee with financial compensation for your study delay.
Job de Groot, Marketing
“The thing I loved the most about my function was receiving the signed contracts and opening the bottle of champagne afterwards“ Frank van Well, Commercial
Bachelor Internship The STAR Management Week project is granted 15 ECTS so it can be used as a bachelor internship towards your BA/IBA Minor!
How to apply? - Find out what committee or team fits you best! Talk to current active members at one of the two informal recruitment drinks and meet STAR active members every Wednesday night at Villa Kakelbont for the weekly drink. - Apply online! Applying for a committee is really easy. Apply online through www.rsmstar.nl by filling in your details. - Interview You will be invited for an interview in week 3 and week 4.
Application deadline Apply online before the 18th of January.
Interview rounds Your interview will take place between the 17th of January and the 27th of January.
Congratulations On the 28th of January you’ll get a call and know whether or not you’re accepted
Kick-Off If you’re accepted, you’ll join the active members day on the 29th of January where you will get to know your new committee members and other active members.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF! Organize the next STAR Management Week More information? - Hop by our office at T04-53 for a coffee - Check rsmstar.nl, send an email or give us a call - Apply online before the 18th of January! MAILING ADDRESS PO Box 1738 | 3000 DR Rotterdam | The Netherlands | info@rsmstar.nl VISITING ADDRESS Room T04-53 | T Building, Erasmus University Campus | Burgemeester Oudlaan 50 | 3062 PA Rotterdam | The Netherlands