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Empower your career path with our Business Masters


96%

employed within three months after graduation

42%

have a career in strategy & consultancy

#18

worldwide in the FT ranking for Career Progress

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recruitment partners

Launch your successful career thanks to our business Masters. Explore and strengthen your management and strategic skills while pursuing your dream job. Seize this unique opportunity to shape your future today!  

What really stood out was the personal touch – Vlerick's career coaching was like having a GPS in the chaotic job market, guiding me to clarity on what I wanted to do. Now I am delighted to have secured a role at Coca Cola, a truly global company.
Anouck Decaluwé
Masters in International Management & Strategy Programme 2024

BUILD & BOOST YOUR CAREER 

Unlock professional success thanks to our business Masters  

Embracing your future career aspirations is an essential component of your journey at Vlerick. Here, you'll not only nurture your professional skills but also foster personal growth. Together, we strive to take the next steps in your career and give it a boost. 

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Career Skills Seminar

The Career Skills Seminar offers a comprehensive blend of:

  • Classroom sessions dedicated to career development and crafting effective CVs and cover letters.
  • Developing an effective job search strategy, leveraging channels such as LinkedIn.
  • Hands-on exercises including mock interviews conducted by HR representatives from various industries.
  • Networking and learning from the experiences of company practitioners and our alumni.

At its core, this seminar aims to kickstart your journey by helping you understand yourself, identifying your strengths and aspirations for you to pave the way for a successful career ahead.

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One-on-One Coaching

In One-on-one coaching, we place a strong emphasis on your personal career path by

  • Developing a robust career strategy tailored to your goals
  • Getting clarity on your areas of interest and specialization
  • Identifying the essential steps to secure your ideal job, including crafting compelling CVs and cover letters
  • Customising your job search approach by gaining valuable industry insights
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Career Events

  • Expand your network by directly engaging with company representatives from diverse industries during our career fairs 
  • Access 25,000+ alumni across 100 countries and meet global employers at our International Career Day
  • Navigate your global career path through our "International Career Track" sessions designed for individuals seeking opportunities beyond their home country
  • Connect with ambitious start-ups and scale-ups through innovative speed-dating sessions at our start-up scale-up event
  • Join our diverse online and in-person events to gain insights from senior business leaders.
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Assessment Center Simulation

The Assessment Center Simulation is specifically designed to get you acquainted to the job market and prepare you for the recruitment process. It includes:

  • Job interviews
  • Skill Assessment 
  • Role-playing scenarios

If you have a specific career path in mind, we are here to assist you in landing your international dream job or kickstarting your own business venture.

  • We help you launch your career abroad and offer crucial advice on work permit requirements
  • If you want to launch your own business venture, you can rely on the Vlerick Entrepreneurship Academy and its community for unwavering support.

Career Clubs

At Vlerick Business School, we offer two dynamic career-focused clubs designed to enhance your professional development and career prospects:

Sales Club

Taught by Professor Adam Rapp, a visiting professor at Vlerick Business School, who has presented at renowned institutions including Harvard Business School and Columbia University, and Barney Jordaan, Professor in Negotiation and Mediation, you can join this club which will help you to explore sales first-hand. 

As a sales club member you will:

Strategy Consulting Club

Led by Martin Weiss, an Professor of Strategy, who previously worked at Roland Berger and McKinsey, this club will offer invaluable insights into the industry, recruitment processes, and interview techniques. As a member you will:

What our students say about our Careers Services

What our students say about our Careers Services

Discover how the Sales Club helped Willem de Brandt, a Chemical Engineering alumnus who is currently following our Masters in General Management programme, see beyond the formulas and labs, opening up a range of exciting career paths. Find out how our Vlerick programme is the perfect blend of serious learning with real-world experiences. 

Testimonials

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Networking events and career fairs organized by Vlerick provided me with unparalleled opportunities to interact with seasoned professionals, gain insights into different industries, and explore potential career paths. These events have been instrumental in building a network that extends beyond the classroom, opening doors to mentorship and career advancement. Discover her LinkedIn profile

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Moving from Chemical Engineering to the General Management program at Vlerick was like diving into a whole new world. Vlerick helped me see beyond the formulas and labs, opening up a bunch of exciting career paths I hadn't even considered before. It's been an eye-opening adventure, blending the serious stuff with a taste of what's out there in the real world. Discover his LinkedIn profile

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Vlerick offered great professional help and networking opportunities. My career growth was greatly aided by the huge expansion of my professional network that I was able to achieve through numerous events. Discover his LinkedIn profile

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Through networking events and career fairs, I connected with inspiring individuals, ultimately landing me a Young Graduate role at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners. Now, I look forward to applying Vlerick's insights to real-world challenges and contributing to innovative marketing strategies. Discover her LinkedIn profile

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Vlerick Masters programmes

Want to get your career off to a flying start? There’s no better way than with a one-year Masters degree from Vlerick. We offer six programmes – and each is designed to broaden your perspectives, sharpen your skills and give you cutting-edge knowledge. And that’s not all. Our practical, real-world approach means you also come away with a powerful combination of business theory and hands-on experience – ready to leap confidently into your career. 


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Lucy Siau

Lucy Siau

Senior Marketeer & Programme Advisor Masters