2025 CEF GLOBAL EVENT
MBA STUDENT APPLICATION
July 13-16, 2025
Noordwijk, The Netherlands
MBA STUDENT SUMMARY
The ideal candidate for this experience will have interest and enthusiasm for economics, business, entrepreneurship, or finance and has or is studying toward a post-graduate degree in one of these fields. They will possess strong integrity, humility, a willingness to learn, and a deep love for God and the world.
While the personal opinions and convictions of CEF members will vary, all members have the following in common:
- Believe that Jesus is Lord
- Believe that the Bible is true
- Believe that God’s purposes guide our lives
- Are generous with our money, time and words
- Are compelled to honor, work alongside, and share with others
MBA STUDENT QUALIFICATIONS
- Christ-follower
- Humble attitude and willingness to learn and collaborate
- Proven character by their peers and university representative(s)
- Discretion and good judgment (will be interacting with global Christian leaders in a confidential setting)
- Interest in business, economic, financial, and entrepreneurship sectors
- Maintain confidentiality and deal effectively and diplomatically with business professionals
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
DETAILS
Cost: $1850 $925
50% discount offered due to a generous scholarship.
Includes conference + meals from Sunday night - Tuesday night. Lodging and flights not included.
Dates: Sunday-Tuesday, July 13-15, 2025 (Optional Collaboration Day July 16, 2025)
APPLICATION*
All applications are due March 1.
Applicants will be informed of their approval status by March 15.
Student registration is due April 1.
Surveys are due May 1 (All Delegates complete a short Survey relating to our theme - Divine Inspiration).
*Registration fees are not due during the application process, only upon Event Registration.
EVENT LOCATION
The CEF Global Event will be held about 20 minutes from the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport this July. The event begins with check-in midday on Sunday, July 13, and ends the evening of Tuesday, July 15, with an optional Collaboration Day on Wednesday, July 16th. All meals, sessions, and materials from Sunday evening until our closing banquet on Tuesday are included in registration, which is fully covered by the scholarship. Travel and accommodations are not included, and Collaboration Day is an additional cost. Hotel rooms at the venue range from $275–$380.
MBA Students are welcome to book a room in CEF's room block or find alternative accommodations nearby. CEF will not provide transportation to the main hotel if students choose to stay off-site, however, there are several alternate lodging options within walking distance.
Each participant in the event is required to submit a Survey on our theme of Divine Inspiration which serves to help shape event content. The Survey is due after an MBA student applies, is accepted, and has registered.