RSM Impact Investing Competition 2025
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RSM Impact Investing Competition 2025

By Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University

If you believe finance can drive meaningful social and environmental change, join us for the RSM Impact Investing Competition.

Date and time

Location

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University

50 Burgemeester Oudlaan Bayle (J) Building 3062 PA Rotterdam Netherlands

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Highlights

  • 1 day, 12 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Business • Investment

In today's world, innovative solutions are needed to align capital towards a sustainable future - join Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, for the 2025 RSM Impact Investing Competition and be a Force for Positive Change.

Since its inception in 2014, this annual case competition has brought together the brightest minds from top MBA programmes around the world to devise investment strategies that prioritise sustainable value creation. 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.

Led by the MBA class of 2026, the RSM Impact Investing Competition 2025 brings you a unique two-day event: Impact Summit & Impact Investing Competition to redefine the power of capital and build connection with global thought leaders and local entrepreneurs to shape the future. Encounter the sustainable finance ecosystem in the Netherlands and seize this opportunity to help reshape the business world for the better.

Event format: In person

Eligibility requirement: All members must be enrolled in an MBA (or equivalent Master in Management/Business)

Date:

  • Impact Summit: 7 November
  • Impact Investing Competition: 8 November

Prize pool: €5.000

Team size: 3 to 5 members each team

Team limit: Maximum 3 teams per school

Early Bird registration (team): €499 ends 6th September

Standard registration (team): €549 ends 15th October

The registration cost includes registration of the entire team. It also includes Lunch on Day 1 and Lunch & Dinner on Day 2 and snacks are provided throughout both days.

Don't miss you chance to participate, learn and network. Bonus: you get to visit the Netherlands! For questions about this event, please contact Yen Pham at ypham@myrsm.nl

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Terms of registration

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Frequently asked questions

What is the RSM Impact Investing Competition?

A two-day event where top MBA teams from around the world design investment strategies that create sustainable value. Founded in 2014 as a private equity challenge, it has evolved to focus on impact investing in today’s changing global landscape.

What is the Impact Investment Summit?

This is the first-ever edition of the Impact Investment Summit, a unique gathering of thought leaders, investors, and innovators in sustainable finance. As a competition participant, you’ll enjoy VIP access to the summit and have exclusive opportunities to connect directly with the speakers.

When and where is it happening?

? Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University ? 7 November 2025 – Impact Investment Summit ? 8 November 2025 – Impact Investing Competition

What’s the prize?

? €5,000 prize pool for the winning teams.

Who can participate?

Currently enrolled students of MBA programs or equivalent Master of Management/Business. Team size of 3–5 members. Max 3 teams per school.

How much is registration?

Early Bird: €499/team (ends 6 Sept 2025) Standard: €549/team (ends 15 Oct 2025)

What’s included in the registration fee?

VIP access to the Impact Investment Summit Day 1: Lunch Day 2: Lunch & Dinner Snacks throughout both days Networking with global leaders and competition peers

Where should participants stay?

Accommodation isn’t included, but we recommend staying close to campus or anywhere in Rotterdam that fits your style and budget. Top picks: Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark – 5 min walk Rotterdam Centrum – 15 min bike/metro Blaak – 10 min bike/metro

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