NESU Conference is a biannual event that brings together Nordic business students to network, test their know-how in real casework, and have fun with various activities! This autumn, the conference will be held in
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Explore the Q&A below for answers to common questions. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, do not hesitate to contact us by email at conference@nesu.net or Instagram at @nesuconference!
What is NESU Conference?
NESU Conference is a seven-day-long conference that gathers 60 business students and several companies together to challenge themselves with a chosen theme. This autumn, the theme will be “AI: THE NEXT GREAT LEAP“. The week consists of four business cases providing solutions for real companies’ specific issues. As a counterbalance to the day program, there is, of course, an evening program to network with new and old friends. The week climaxes with a grand gala on Saturday and a farewell gathering on Sunday!
How can my company become a partner?
Our organizing team is so excited to have your company as our partner! This page is directed at participants, so be sure to check our PARTNERS page for more information about collaboration.
Can I participate?
You can participate if you are a student at your local business school! If there is a NESU organization in your city of studies, you are automatically accepted as a member of NESU. You do not need to be on the Board of NESU to participate.
Unfortunately, students from LUT University can only participate if there are places available after applicants from other cities are chosen.
Why should I participate?
There are plenty of reasons why you should participate, but here are few for starters:
1. The day programs will enable your to challenge your know-how and work together with business students with different majors. Besides, you get to network with the company representatives and wow them with your skills!
2. The week is littered with fun activities! We promise you the week will be worth every penny, and you will have several new friends all around the different NESU countries.
3. The week is like no other event you ve experienced before! You get to live in a Semma-bubble and enjoy the atmosphere 24/7. You will spend most of your time with new and old friends, which any other event for business students doesn’t enable.
How can I apply?
The application period starts on September 1st and ends on September 14th. You have two weeks to write your best motivation letter to introduce yourself and show why you should be chosen to participate in the conference. In the motivation letter, you should describe why you want to join the conference. We would also love to hear what makes you the most excited about the theme and week! Click the APPLY page to submit your application.
What should I write in the application?
Fill out the application form first with your basic information. Then, you will need to attach your motivational letter.
Here are some tips for it:
1. Write your letter in English. The official language of the NESU Conference is English.
2. Tell us about yourself. What is your name, where do you come from, and what makes you unique?
3. Tell us what interests you in our theme “AI: THE NEXT GREAT LEAP”. If you are not really sure what that means, additional information can be found on our main page and Instagram posts.
4. Tell us why you are interested in NESU and what made you excited to participate in this Conference. Remember that you don’t need to have any prior NESU experience to apply!
5. Lastly, the most important part: let your excitement show!
Good luck to the application process!
Is the application binding?
Yes, the application is binding.
How do you choose participants?
The participants are chosen based on their motivation letters. Cender and student association may also influence the choices to divide participants smoothly into hotel rooms.
How much is the participation fee and what does it include?
The participation fee includes accommodation, breakfast, common transportation, evening program activities, and the grand gala. The participation fee is 250 €.
The application period ended. What now?
Processing the applications takes our team a few days. Keep an eye on our socials and wait for us to send you an email regarding your participation. Check your spam! Every applicant will receive an e-mail after the application period has ended – regardless of whether they were accepted or not. If you are wondering if your application got lost somewhere, contact conference@nesu.net as soon as possible.