Rotterdam School of Management (RSM)

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Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University is one of the top business schools in the Netherlands and a growing contributor to the European ETA community. RSM's MBA program includes electives on entrepreneurship, private equity, and business development relevant to search fund entrepreneurs. The school's Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship supports students exploring various entrepreneurial paths, including SME acquisitions. The Netherlands offers a business-friendly regulatory environment, a well-developed M&A advisory market, and a strong tradition of SME businesses, making it an attractive search fund market. RSM's international student body and alumni network across Europe provide broad deal sourcing and networking opportunities. The school has hosted ETA-focused events connecting students with Dutch and European search fund investors. RSM graduates have pursued acquisitions in the Benelux region and beyond, focusing on business services, technology, and logistics.