As the new academic year kicks off, the new ARP board is looking for consultants
to join the new Amsterdam Research Project 2025, which is going to Indonesia!
Are you a masters student at the VU SBE and do you want to add an unforgettable
experience to your academic year? Applications are now open for the consultants
by sending an email to [email protected]
Are you up for an adventure?
Are you a master’s student and are you looking for add-on experience next to your
master that will give you an introduction to real-world consultancy projects? Then apply
now for the ARP 2025! This project is the perfect opportunity to combine academia with
business experience, experience vibrant teamwork, and challenge yourself while working on
a project in a foreign country (Indonesia).
- Who? A close and committed team of 20 SBE Master students.
- What? Perform 5 weeks of research in an emergent market and become a professional consultant for one year to gain more experience and boost your CV.
- When? September 2024 until June 2025 (trip: April – May 2025).
- Why?
- Work on real/tangible projects with different companies, connect
with the Indonesian culture and fellow students and improve your
acquisition and research skills to kick off your career
- Apply your academic knowledge and work as a consultant on real projects
- Broaden your horizon and experience the beautiful culture of Indonesia
- Have an unforgettable team weekend and a 5-week business trip to Indonesia
with fellow students for only €1000 (flight, accommodation, food) - Earn 6 ECTS for participating (selected Master’s only)
- Receive training from top consultancy firms
What will your year look like?
- Phase 1: Acquisition (September to January)
We start this project with a kickoff ARP weekend at the beginning of October.
Following this, the acquisition of companies, who are interested in the project. Company visits will follow and after an agreement, we will write companies a research proposal. - Phase 2: Desk Research (February to March)
Once the research proposal has been approved, the desk research starts. We will gather all necessary information about the company and the destination so that the field research can be as efficient and concise as possible. - Phase 3: Field Research (April to May)
We will work in Indonesia for 40 hours per week for five weeks to carry out the fieldwork. Meanwhile, we will keep the company informed of significant developments. But of course, there will also be time to enjoy Indonesian sights and culture
together, during the weekends. - Phase 4: Reporting (May to June)
When we are back in the Netherlands, your team will write a report. This report will be presented to the company.
What do I learn as a consultant?
As an ARP participant, you learn how to conduct professional research for a company with the use of your academic knowledge. In addition, by participating in the project you will develop your communication skills in the acquisition phase, you will also be trained to become perceptive to the needs of companies and transform problems into opportunities. Next to that, ARP is a great opportunity to work closely with your fellow students and therefore broaden your network socially as well as professionally. Lastly, the international perspective that APR provides makes it even more interesting.
What is in it for me?
- Go abroad for 5 weeks to a developing country (Indonesia)
- Gain relevant, international consulting experience
- Enhance your resume and gain a unique perspective
- Broaden your network and become a part of a committed and motivated team
- Earn 6 ECTS for participating (selected Master’s only)
- Have a life-changing experience for only €1000 (flight, accommodation, daily budget)
- Receive training from top consultancy firms
- Develop yourself personally as well as professionally
- Join the ARP team building weekend at the beginning of October with the entire team
Requirements for signing up
- You are an SBE Master’s student at the VU in the year 2024-2025
- You are available for 8-12 hours a week and are committed to meeting up at the
VU as well - Member of Aureus
- Not hesitant to contact companies; not afraid to step up
- Stress-resistant while keeping an overview with your own agenda
- Are open and motivated to learn new skills and meet new people
- But most important… you are fun!
What do I learn as an ARP board member?
During the project, you will learn how to logistically organize a research project abroad as well as how to lead a team of 20 students. Next to that, you will acquire a consultancy assignment appointed by companies. This is followed by desk research in preparation for the five weeks of field research. The end result is a consultancy report that provides well-funded answers and recommendations to the research question. During this process, you will be supervised by professors of the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam with specialized market knowledge and experience. The Amsterdam Research Project is a perfect opportunity to develop yourself in a variety of ways!
Planning on doing an SBE master’s next year in 2025 and are willing to make the most of your year?
Please send your CV + Motivation letter to [email protected]
Deadline: 11th of September
- Please specify whether you are interested as a board member or a consultant for 2024-2025!
Do not hesitate to ask any questions!