MBA Experience Event - Ghent campus

This is a hybrid event that allows participation online or in-person.

Eager to be an Executive MBA participant for a day? 

Immerse yourself in the Vlerick MBA experience and discover the path that fits your ambitions. This event brings together inspiring faculty, participants, and thought leaders, giving you a first-hand look at our three Executive MBA formats (European Executive MBA, Online Executive MBA and Executive MBA) and our Full-Time MBA. Whether you join online or on campus, you’ll gain valuable insights and a deeper understanding of the transformative power of the Vlerick community.

Practical details on this MBA Experience Event:

• Date: Saturday, 24 May 2025
• Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM (CEST)
• Location: Vlerick Ghent Campus or online

Agenda:

* 09:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Welcome to Ghent Campus

* 10:00 AM – 10.30 AM: Coffee break with current Executive MBA participants on Ghent Campus and virtual get-together with Vlerick team for those joining online

* 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Get a taste of the high quality of the content, faculty, and industry guest speakers when you join any of the Vlerick MBA programmes:  Workshop "Finance in the News"  facilitated by Vlerick Professor Wouter De Maeseneire (see details below).

* 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch with current Executive MBA participants & optional possibility to discuss any further questions with the Vlerick staff in Ghent and virtual Q&A for those joining online. 

Workshop details: Finance in the News
What do billion-euro deals, sudden bankruptcies and media-grabbing financial scandals tell us about the state of global markets?

In this interactive session, Professor Wouter De Maeseneire will guide you through the latest headlines—unpacking the real stories behind them and revealing the trends that matter most.

From blockbuster M&As and private equity power plays to skyrocketing startup valuations and governance failures, we will break down complex concepts into sharp, real-world insights. All in the signature Vlerick style: dynamic, practical and built for action.

Whether you're a finance enthusiast or simply curious about the forces shaping the economy - this is a session for anyone ready to see beyond the numbers.

🔑Key takeaways

• Read the story behind the numbers: Financial news is packed with signals—learn to spot the ones that count.
• Understand valuation forces: What drives a company’s worth in today’s fast-changing market?
• Explore the rise of private equity: And how it’s influencing businesses across every sector.
• Make sense of financial scandals: What went wrong—and what we can learn.
• Sharpen your market radar: Build confidence in navigating trends, risks, and financial shifts.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to our Vlerick Ghent Campus or online!

Note: We are also making this event available for those interested in non-degree General Management Programmes: Management For Young Leaders, Executive Development and Advanced Management Programme.

Speaker

Wouter De Maeseneire

Professor of Corporate Finance

Wouter De Maeseneire is passionate about explaining financial management principles by linking finance to business models and strategies.

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