Testimonials from previous mentors
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Tayyab Ahmad
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“Having participated in the programme as a mentee, I believe in the importance of career mentoring as a tool to provide students with a glimpse into post-graduation life and the myriad of opportunities that await. My aim as a mentor is to be a supportive presence, guiding my mentees and reassuring them that everything will indeed fall into place”.
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Matilde Munk Lantto
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"New mentors at the CBS Mentoring Programme can expect a great learning curve of strengthening people development skills. During my three years as a mentor, every mentee has been different which is always inspiring. Being a mentor offers not only how to gain an understanding of mentoring techniques of a group of mentees versus a single mentee, but it also strengthens interpersonal skills, how to consult on careers and how to enhance the mentee's self-awareness with what they are really passionate about. All this is very exciting to work with through the programme".
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Hanh Nguyen
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"Being a mentor not only delights me with the pay-it forward spirit but also enriches my perspectives on how international fellows understand and approach the Danish job market. The good questions they raise give valuable input for my self-reflection as well. I also get the opportunity to practice conveying messages and knowledge in a concise way, and to act as a collaborative problem-solver when supporting my mentee to reach their goal".
CBS Mentoring Programme
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Be a mentor for CBS students: Make a difference and grow professionally
The CBS Mentoring Programme provides CBS students with the opportunity to engage with experienced professionals from the business world. The goal is to prepare and support students in their career choices and the transition from study to work life. The program includes both group and individual mentoring, and each year, we match approximately 150 mentors with around 400 students across CBS’ bachelor’s and master’s programs.
Our mentors participate voluntarily and contribute to various aspects of career development, including career clarification, understanding trends, the job market, roles, Danish work culture, and the importance of lifelong learning and a healthy work-life balance.
Benefits of being a mentor
As a mentor, you’ll have the opportunity to:
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Join a diverse network of mentors from different industries and nationalities.
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Experience personal development through interactions with Danish and international students.
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Contribute to the next generation’s career development.
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Participate in tool-based workshop with relevant materials to prepare for your mentoring role.
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Work with diversity, team dynamics, and build professional networks.
Mentor profile and role
We prioritise CBS alumni who want to support our students on their career paths, but you can also become a mentor without being a CBS alum. We emphasise the following qualifications:
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Education equivalent to a master’s degree, Ph.D., MBA, or a bachelor’s degree combined with extensive and relevant experience in a senior position.
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A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant professional experience to mentor bachelor students and longer for master students.
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Fluent in spoken English, as the program is conducted in English.
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Willingness to share both professional and personal experiences and create a safe and confidential space for students.
As a mentor, we expect you to:
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Attend one of the preparatory workshops (applies to new CBS mentors).
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Prepare and facilitate at least 4 mentoring sessions from November 2024 to May 2025.
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Contribute relevant knowledge and skills to inspire and develop students.
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Provide a physical or virtual meeting space. Whenever possible, we recommend meeting at the mentor’s workplace.
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Note: CBS does not provide facilities for the mentor program.
Application process 2024/2025
You will need to fill out an application form with your background and motivation for participating in the program: Apply here - deadline for application is 18 August 2024.
In the selection and matching process, we prioritise diversity, relevant competencies, and an understanding of the future workplace among our mentors. We take into account the demand for different profiles based on previous student cohorts. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that all applicants will be selected and matched with mentees.
If you have any questions about the CBS Mentoring Programme, feel free to contact us at cbsmentor@cbs.dk. We look forward to receiving your application!
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