Whether you would like just a taste of living abroad or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’ve got you covered!

German-Polish Summer School

The SGH Warsaw School of Economics will be hosting a summer school titled “Eine neue Dynamik? Die Beziehungen zwischen Polen und Deutschland in Wirtschaft, Politik und Gesellschaft“. The summer school will take place from 31^st August until 12^th September 2025 in Warsaw and the language of instruction is German. Application deadline is 10^th June 2025. For more information, please visit the SGH website.

STAP Secondary Selection Round: Last Reminder!

Take your chance and check out the offer for a term abroad in spring 2026. Applications are accepted until 15^th June 2025 (including) through the WiSo exchange database (WEX). 

For all information on application requirements and more, please see the STAP Master application manual and our STAP Master website.

In case of any question, please contact your ZIB coordinators:

MBA/MSc Business&Economics: application manual, contact: Jutta Reusch (jutta.reuschuni-koeln.de) 

MA Political Sciences/MSc Sociology: application manual, contact: Veronika Langenberg (veronika.langenberguni-koeln.de)

On July 1st, the 25th World Business Dialogue brings top companies and future decision-makers together at the University of Cologne.

Theme 2025:
“Beyond Human Capital – Navigating Tomorrow’s Labour Markets”
How are AI, demographics, and transformation reshaping the working world?

Spotlight: Deutsche Bank
As one of Europe’s leading financial institutions, Deutsche Bank drives economic change – and brings
its vision to the Dialogue.

On stage, you can expect:

● Dr. Thomas Ogilvie, Executive Board Member, DHL Group
● Sebastian Ullrich, Partner BCG Düsseldorf
● Dr. Veronika Bunk Sanderson CFO E.On
● … and many other leading voices from business, academia, and politics.

In partnership with: Deutsche Bank • Horváth • KPMG • and many more.

Your WBD experience includes

● Meeting partners like Deutsche Bank, Horváth, KPMG & more.
● Panels, networking, case studies
● Free catering & barista coffee
● Afterparty with free Kölsch

Save the date: July 1st, 2025 – University of Cologne
Get 30% off with the code WISO30 → secure ticket now
Tickets & info: 2025.world-business-dialogue.com

Don't miss our exclusive workshop with KPMG!

As Investment Strategy Club Cologne e.V. we offer you an incomparable opportunity to deepen your understanding of Transaction Services and Financial Due Diligence in the context of Deal Advisory and to apply your knowledge in a case study.

When?June 17, 2025
Where? KPMG office, Luise-Straus-Ernst-Straße 2, 50679 Cologne

Highlights of the event:

• 4.00 pm: Start of the workshop with introduction of the KPMG team
• 4.30 pm: Case study on the topic of financial due diligence
• 6.00 pm: Presentation of the results
• 7.00 pm: Get-together in the Skybar
   

Apply now until 10.05.2025 via the application form on our website!

We are delighted to be able to offer you an interactive presentation by Christian W. Röhl. He will start by discussing current issues on the financial markets, focusing in particular on the year 2025 to date. He will then show you in a masterclass how a core-satellite strategy with a strong global portfolio core and needs-oriented supplementary investments works. 

Christian W. Röhl has been professionally active on the financial markets for over 25 years. As an entrepreneur, consultant and, above all, as an investor who manages his own assets - and enjoys sharing his experience and advancing the private investment culture: On his social media channels @CWRoehl, in his podcasts, videos, talks and workshops. Since fall 2024, he has continued this mission as Chief Economist of the digital investment platform Scalable Capital, including as host of the YouTube format ASSET CLASS - About Growth and Values. 

When? 05.06.2025, 7:00 pm
Where? University of Cologne: Building 101, Lecture Hall XXV - Universitätsstr. 24, 50931 Cologne

The presentation will be held in German.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity and register using the following registration link: https://kbv.typeform.com/to/AvxYjY6v

Dear fellow students,

As part of my Master's thesis “Breaking the Glass Ceiling or Reinforcing It? The Role of Information on Gender Leadership Representation in Shaping Career Expectations”, I am investigating how students and young professionals perceive information about gender distribution in leadership positions and whether this affects their expectations regarding their own career paths. The aim is to gain a better understanding of how gender equality in the workplace can be promoted.

The survey is anonymous and takes only 7 minutes to complete.

You can access the survey via the following link: https://unikoelnwiso.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8eujjfM558KZY7I

Support a fellow student and take part in the survey!

Hi everyone! On behalf of the NGOs Mission Positivity & HuCom, we’d love to invite you to our upcoming workshop:

The Ethics of Humanitarian Communication in Latin America – Focus: Colombia
Where: Kulturbunker Cologne-Mülheim
When: Saturday, June 14 | 10:00–12:30 (doors open at 9:50)
Language: English

Topics: Decolonial language, inclusive storytelling & NGO practices in Latin America
Featuring: A rough-cut screening, interactive workshops & space to connect over snacks & cake!
Donation-based & open to all

Please register via the QR code or this link: http://tiny.cc/ne5l001

Bonus! We’re screening Alma del desierto (2024) the evening before –
Friday, June 13 at 18:00 at Filmpalette Cologne
Film tickets: https://booking.cinetixx.de/frontend/#/show/1332363123/3241999510
Info: www.filmpalette-koeln.de/demnaechst

Let me know if you have any questions – and feel free to share this with your network!

We from IAESTE (iaeste-koeln.de) warmly invite you to an exciting keynote and hands-on workshop on the topic “AI in Business – The Source to Adoption” with Malcolm Werchota (werchota.ai)

What to expect:

Malcolm Werchota is a seasoned AI innovator and founder of werchota.ai, where he builds AI-native system architectures for companies like Microsoft or LGT Bank.

As an IAESTE alumnus, he is coming to Cologne to share his experiences and vision for the future of AI in business.

The keynote and interactive workshop will cover:

• How companies move from AI strategy to real-world adoption
• Which AI use cases are working in practice
• What skills and tools are in demand today
• And how to successfully implement AI across industries

More information about Malcolm: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmwerchota 

During the workshop, you’ll team up to work on realistic AI scenarios and apply your learnings hands-on.

Important Information:

• When: Tuesday, 10 June 2025
• Time: 9:30 AM (up to 4 hours incl. break)
• Where: TH Köln – Campus Südstadt, Claudiusstraße 1, Room 434
• Who: Open to all students, staff, and external guests
• Registration: Register here

We’re looking forward to an inspiring morning with you!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at iaeste.koelngmail.com