European Management Residency

Examples of sessions we have integrated in the Digital Strategy & Management week:

• Understanding the digital eco-system
• Data Science: Introduction data science, predictive modelling, data visualisation, clustering models, big data analytics – structured and unstructured
• Digital Organisations: Introduction digitalisation, the hybrid workplace: human-AI interaction, corporate digital responsibility, implementing digital strategy
• Digital Markets: Digital economy, smart services, digital business models, digital transformation of organisations, digital society, data-driven pricing
• Enabling Digital Technologies: Augmented and virtual reality marketing, value creation with service robots
• Smart service development and prototyping

Transforming our economic system and businesses in such a way that we no longer compromise human and ecological systems while achieving equitable economic outcomes for all remains one of humanity’s greatest challenges. Climate change, biodiversity loss, resource degradation, human rights, poverty, inequality and the ‘voice of the intended beneficiaries’ are just some of the world’s many wicked problems.

Examples of sessions we have integrated in Residencies on Sustainability:

• Sustainability and Ethical Foundations: Ethics and responsibility, sustainable development goals & business opportunities, ethics, values and CSR beyond the West
• Business perspective on Sustainability: Social entrepreneurship and impact, redefining stakeholder engagement, transform sustainability from qualifier to differentiator creating unique customer value, sustainability governance, circular economy and business models.
• Sustainability application and tools

In a rapidly changing world, Europe stands at the crossroads of economic transformation and political evolution. From navigating the complexities of the geopolitical landscape and labor market shifts to addressing skills shortages and industrial competitiveness, the European Union’s decisions have far-reaching consequences for businesses worldwide. This residency offers an insider’s view of Europe’s most pressing challenges and their implications for global trade and strategy. Through immersive sessions, expert insights, and on-the-ground experiences, you’ll uncover actionable strategies to position your organization for success in an interconnected and dynamic global economy. What are Europe’s greatest challenges? What does the economic and political environment of Europe look like? What is the role of the European Union and its institutions? And how do recent developments such as Brexit influence EU integration practices? A Residency on European economics and governance takes you to the very core of European policy and decision-making and urges you to reflect on its implications for international trade.

Example topics could include:

• Setting the scene: the European Union and its grand challenges
• European monetary policy and financial stability
• Geopolitical and geo-economical view on Europe
• European labour market policy and skills shortages
• European industrial policy and competitiveness
• European fiscal policy and financial markets
• Translating Europe’s Challenges to implications for your business

How can organisations find an optimal balance between harvesting individual talents, managing the learning climate within organisations, and making optimal use of training opportunities? The residency on Corporate Learning & Development will examine how a learning and development perspective can facilitate organisations to achieve better outcomes.

• Learning in organisations: So what?
• Great performers, great talents?
• Learning in teams and networks
• Assessment tools for learning

UMIO’s Discovery Expedition offers universities and business schools a tailored weeklong immersion into a dynamic blend of insights from industry champions and academic leaders. The program, available in Maastricht or on campus, explores strategic innovation management with a focus on sustainability and digital advancements, fostering curiosity and practical applicability. It unlocks business innovation by providing mindset, processes, and tools essential for future-proofing businesses.

Through peer interactions and sprint methodology, participants develop strategic exploration mindset and leadership skills, applying academic insights immediately. With flexible location options and group sizes ranging from 20 to 30, UMIO ensures personalized solutions for diverse needs and preferences.

While each European Management Residency is completely personalised and tailored to your needs and wishes, we are happy to offer our partners a general impression of the possibilities regarding themes, sessions, visits and projects available.