EBS Alumni Mentoring Community
Share your experience. Grow as a mentor and leader. Stay connected to EBS.
Your journey at EBS doesn't end with graduation. As an EBS alumnus, you have the opportunity to share your experience, support the next generation of young talent, and continue learning and developing your own skills.
The EBS Alumni Mentoring Community brings together alumni who want to contribute to the development of EBS students and early-stage entrepreneurs while growing as mentors and leaders themselves.
Why Join?
Contribute
Share your knowledge and experience to support the development of the next generation of EBS students.
Develop Yourself
Develop your mentoring and leadership skills, take part in masterclasses on mentoring, leadership and coaching, and learn from the experiences of fellow mentors.
Be Part of the Community
Connect with fellow EBS alumni and mentors, stay involved in the EBS community, and expand your professional network.
Programme at a Glance
8
Months: November to June
2
Mentoring tracks: Career and Entrepreneurship
2–3
Mentees per mentor
7
Community events and masterclasses
Programme Schedule
Join us for a mentoring programme running from November to June, where you can share your experience, develop your skills, and connect with fellow EBS alumni.
Meetings and masterclasses are spread throughout the programme and typically last 1.5–3 hours. You can schedule mentoring meetings at times that work best for you and your mentees.
- 26 November – Programme Kick-off: Get to know each other, learn about the programme and mentoring opportunities, and meet fellow EBS alumni.
- January – Mentor Academy: Develop your mentoring skills and prepare for your role as a career or entrepreneurship mentor.
- 5 February – Leadership Masterclass: Coaching Skills for Leaders: Learn how to use a coaching approach to support others' development and apply it in your everyday leadership practice.
- 18 February – Meet & Match: Meet potential mentees and make your first connections during EBS Talent Days.
- March–June – Active Mentoring Period: Support students and early-stage entrepreneurs in their development. Mentors arrange meetings with their mentees at mutually convenient times.
- April – Mentoring Circle: Share mentoring experiences, discuss real-life mentoring situations, and learn from one another.
- May – Leadership Masterclass & Leadership Lessons: Develop your leadership skills and learn from the experiences and lessons of seasoned leaders.
- June – Programme Wrap-up: Reflect on the mentoring programme together, share experiences, and recognise our mentors.
What Does the Programme Offer?
No previous mentoring experience is required to become a mentor. The programme provides you with the knowledge, practical tools, and opportunities to continue developing your skills.
- Mentor Academy: Learn the fundamentals of mentoring or develop advanced mentoring skills, depending on your previous experience.
- Practical Mentoring Experience: Support 2–3 bachelor's students or early-stage entrepreneurs.
- Leadership and Coaching Masterclasses: Develop skills you can also apply in your everyday work and leadership role.
- Mentoring Circle: Meet fellow mentors to share experiences and learn from real-life mentoring situations.
- EBS Alumni Mentoring Community: Make new connections, take part in community events, and stay actively involved in the EBS alumni community.
How Can You Contribute as a Mentor?
You can choose between two mentoring tracks based on your experience and interests.
Career Mentoring
Support 2–3 EBS bachelor's students at the beginning of their career journeys. Help them identify their strengths, explore opportunities, understand the world of work, and make more informed career choices.
Entrepreneurship Mentoring
Support an early-stage entrepreneur. Share your entrepreneurial or leadership experience and help them find solutions to challenges related to developing their business.
What Do We Expect from Mentors?
Preparation
Complete the necessary preparation before mentoring begins. No previous mentoring experience is required.
Mentoring from March to June
Support 2–3 bachelor's students or early-stage entrepreneurs. The frequency and format of meetings depend on the mentoring track and are agreed upon together with your mentees.
Additional Opportunities
Mentoring Circle sessions, leadership masterclasses, and community events offer further development opportunities that you can take part in based on your interests and availability.
Become an EBS Mentor!
If you'd like to share your experience, support others' development, and continue growing as a mentor and leader, we invite you to join the EBS Alumni Mentoring Community.
Have Questions?
If you'd like to learn more about the programme, aren't sure which mentoring track is right for you, or would simply like some advice, feel free to get in touch. We're happy to help.
