CEMS News

CEMS graduates outperform global averages across all key career indicatorsfilliongMon, 09/07/2026 - 16:44 The latest Financial Times ranking (2026) confirms the “strong outcomes” achieved by graduates of the CEMS Master in International Management. Three years after graduation, they remain well ahead of the average across all 100 participating schools on all key indicators: achievement

Brian, FGV-EAESP (São Paulo) > Erasmus University (Rotterdam) > Esade (Barcelona) shamashaThu, 09/03/2026 - 16:20 What does it mean to build a community where everyone belongs? Discover how Brian's journey through Brazil, the Netherlands and Spain shaped his understanding of leadership, inclusion and positive impact. News

Arina, University of Sydney (Australia) > HKUST (Hong Kong)shamashaThu, 09/03/2026 - 15:55 Some people wait for opportunities. Others create them. Discover how Arina combined creative thinking with the courage to act, turning uncertainty into possibility across three continents. News Sydney was

Listen: UCD CEMS Academic Director Andrew Keating on Mastering Global LeadershipfilliongFri, 08/21/2026 - 15:59 How do you prepare future responsible global leaders for careers that may look very different just five years from now? In a recent episode of UCD Business Impact, Dr Andrew Keating, Academic Director of the CEMS Programme at UCD Smurfit School, talks about learning to adapt,

“No Day is Like Another” Daniel Kranabetter on eleven years at CEMS Corporate Partner GartnershamashaMon, 07/13/2026 - 12:16 When CEMS alumnus Daniel Kranabetter spotted a Gartner company advert during a train journey, curiosity got the better of him. Eleven years on, he leads a team of eight client directors at Gartner, serving some of the world’s largest enterprises. Corpor

CEMS Nordic Forum 2026: Shaping Business Beyond Agenda 2030shamashaThu, 07/02/2026 - 13:56 From March 26th to 29th, 2026, the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) welcomed 180 CEMS students from over 20 member schools for a record-breaking Nordic Forum. Centered on the theme “Shaping Business Beyond Agenda 2030,” this four-day event pushed the boundaries of traditional regional forums, b

Electrolux Group Joins the CEMS Global Alliance shamashaMon, 06/29/2026 - 15:29 The CEMS Global Alliance is pleased to welcome Electrolux Group as its newest Corporate Partner, further strengthening a global network committed to developing responsible leaders equipped to navigate complex business challenges and create positive impact. News

Empowering Innovation at VivaTech 2026 with CEMS EntrepreneursshamashaTue, 06/23/2026 - 15:38 At VivaTech this year, the CEMS community showed up in force: 90+ students, 30+ alumni and participants representing 20+ member schools came together to connect, learn and shape the future of innovation. Read on to discover the highlights. News

DACH Forum 2026: Where Business Meets Community in CologneshamashaMon, 06/22/2026 - 12:35 The CEMS DACH Forum 2026 brought together students and Corporate Partners for four days of learning, exchange, and connection in Cologne. From industry workshops and case studies to networking opportunities and social events, this year's edition offered a valuable blend of professional development

CEMS Alumni Mingle in Amsterdam at Henkel: the Science of HappinessshamashaWed, 06/17/2026 - 13:08 On June 5th, 2026, the CEMS Local Alumni Chapter Netherlands gathered for a vibrant evening of networking and professional growth, connection, and community. Read on to discover the key takeaways from an inspiring workshop on the science of happiness. News

Connecting Across Generations: Highlights from the CEMS Prague Alumni Homecoming 2026shamashaTue, 06/09/2026 - 12:57 The Czech Local Chapter welcomed over 50 alumni representing 12 graduating classes from 2001 to 2025. From discussing the community's future to sports activities and rooftop networking, the weekend demonstrated the value of lifelong connections within the CEMS Global Alli

160 CEMS students simulate global climate negotiations at St.GallenshamashaWed, 05/20/2026 - 16:29 From 11–13 May 2026, the University of St.Gallen welcomed students from eleven CEMS schools for this year’s CEMS Model UNFCCC Roleplay. Through an immersive simulation of the United Nations climate negotiations, CEMSies experienced firsthand the complexity of global diplomacy, multilateral

CEMS V4 Conference 2026: Resilient Leadership in a Shifting Global EconomyfilliongThu, 05/07/2026 - 16:34 In April 2026, Corvinus University of Budapest hosted the 2026 CEMS V4 Conference, organised by the CEMS Club Budapest, bringing together students from 15 nations for three days of professional development, corporate networking, and cultural immersion centred on the theme of “Resili

CEMS Marenostrum 2026: Entrepreneurship Driving Emerging EconomiesfilliongMon, 05/04/2026 - 06:36 Hosted at The American University in Cairo (AUC) on April 18-20, 2026, CEMS Marenostrum 2026 marked a milestone as the first edition at AUC bringing together students, alumni, and corporate partners to explore how entrepreneurs are transforming emerging economies. Blending business insights

CEMS North American Summit 2026: Leadership in PracticefilliongMon, 04/13/2026 - 18:34 For the first time, the CEMS North American Summit took place in New York City - a setting where global exchange is part of everyday life. Over two days, students, alumni, and corporate partners explored what it means to lead in a rapidly changing world, through company visits, diplomatic exchanges, a

CEMS Global Alumni Week 2026: Turning Global Reach into Real ExchangeshamashaMon, 04/13/2026 - 17:47 A lot can happen in one week! Bringing together 200+ participants, CEMS Global Alumni Week 2026 turned global connection into practical exchange, fresh perspectives, and lasting community value. Through diverse voices, lived experience, and future-oriented conversations, the week showed

Alumni of the Year 2026: Nominations are openfilliongThu, 04/09/2026 - 11:42 Know a CEMSie who is making a real impact? Now’s the moment to put their name forward.Across the CEMS community, alumni are building careers that go beyond titles - shaping organisations, contributing to society, and working across borders. For the 2026 edition, the CEMS Alumni of the Year Awards open a new cha

Philippe Louvet Innovation Grant 2026: Call for Proposals Now OpenfilliongMon, 03/30/2026 - 10:23 The CEMS Philippe Louvet Innovation Grant 2026 is now open - inviting bold, collaborative ideas from across the CEMS community. News Every two years, the Philippe Louvet Innovation Grant supports ini

At the Intersection of Healthcare and Tech: Khilola Shukurova, Vice President Marketing EMEA at Align TechnologyshamashaFri, 03/20/2026 - 11:30 Khilola Shukurova is a global healthcare leader with more than 20 years’ experience across the pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors. In 2025, she joined CEMS corporate partner Align Technology, where she leads regional marketing strateg

From CEMS Alumnus to Global CEO: Ola Källenius Returns to St. GallenfilliongMon, 03/16/2026 - 13:36 On Friday, March 13, the CEMS community at the University of St. Gallen welcomed back a distinguished guest: Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-Benz and CEMS alumnus. News More than three decades after