General description

STAR Management Week is one of the largest student events in the Benelux. This weeklong, nationwide showcase event is considered our annual pinnacle as it constitutes a significant interface between students, academia, and our corporate network. This is envisioned in a wide array of activities, such as our internationally renowned Academic Conference, where distinguished academic, business, and political leaders discuss current global issues. Successful entrepreneurs share their experience with young students at our Entrepreneurial Seminar. Academic intellect is nourished through social and practical engagement in and out of the classroom with activities such as a Company Dinner and Management Game, as well as many workshops and master classes. STAR Management Week culminates in one of the largest student festivities in The Netherlands; the STAR Party. Each autumn, more than 100 multinationals, 6,000 students, and illustrious guest speakers from around the globe participate in STAR Management Week.

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, serving on the committee is also a truly diverse experience. Every member of the committee of course has his/her own tasks, for example, finding companies to participate in workshops, convincing top international leaders to speak at the Academic Conference, or finding spectacular locations for a party or dinner, but 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 (8):

While reading about the positions, keep in mind that all committee members help each other out in their functional area. You will be confronted with the challenges of all functional areas and, as such, will experience the full breadth of challenges involved in organizing this project.

1. 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

2. Commissioner of 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)

3/4. Commissioner of Commercial Relations 2x

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

5/6. Commissioner of Speakers (2x, 1 for Conference, 1 for Seminar)

Responsible for writing, attracting and alluring letters to potential speakers; you must

• be able to convince speakers to come to the Erasmus University Rotterdam
• 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
• be capable of making a structured telephone call
• have general knowledge as well as up-to-date knowledge on the latest news o have excellent English skills

7. Commissioner of Events

Responsible for the planning of several activities, catering, STAR party 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

8. Treasurer

Responsible for all finances and controlling

• 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”

Note: this committee is open for both Dutch and international students

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