Frequently Asked Questions - RSM electives

I already took an RSM elective last year. Can I take another RSM elective in the same block this year? 

Yes. The maximum number of RSM electives you can take in a particular block applies within the same academic year only. 

I failed an elective last year. Will I be automatically registered for the same elective this academic year?

No. You will not be automatically registered for your previous elective. You will need to submit your elective preferences in Osiris again.

Where can I find course information about the RSM electives?

Please check the B3 Canvas page for the introductory videos, and the Course Catalogue for a course description and additional information.

I cannot find the elective for the current academic year in the course catalogue.

If the course is not yet visible for the current academic year, check the course information from the previous academic year. This may provide useful information about the course but please note that the information is subject to change.

How do I register my preferences for the RSM electives?

To facilitate the process we have created lottery-courses. You can find detailed instructions in our announcements on the B3 Canvas page.

How does the RSM elective lottery work?

The RSM lottery uses an allocation tool that takes your preferences into consideration. No other factors (e.g. your GPA or the time of registration) will be considered during the allocation process.

Are there any requirements to register RSM elective preferences in Osiris? 

You need to be enrolled for your third bachelor year at RSM and you need to have competed B1 (= 60 EC) in order to register your preferences and participate in the elective.

I have completed B1 by compensating for one course. Am I still eligible to take RSM electives?

Yes. If you have successfully completed B1, including through compensation of one course, you are eligible to take RSM electives in B3.

Will my GPA be considered in the lottery?

No. Your GPA does not affect your allocation to an elective.

Does the date on which I register affect my chances in the lottery?

No. Registering earlier does not affect your chances of being placed in your preferred course.

Does putting an elective as my first preference guarantee that I will get it?

No. Your preferences are taken into account during the lottery, but placement depends on the number of students applying and the number of available places.

Can I take my RSM elective (exam) online?

Two RSM electives in block 3.2 are taught and assessed entirely online. One RSM elective in block 3.3 is taught online but has an on-campus exam. The majority of RSM electives are taught and assessed on campus.

Can I register for more than 3 RSM electives?

No. There are restrictions on the number of RSM electives you can take per academic year, with additional restrictions per block/section.

I am going on exchange or doing an internship. Do I automatically get an online elective?

We aim to give students who are on an internship or exchange priority when allocating online electives, provided that an online elective is their first preference. However, priority cannot be guaranteed, as allocation depends on the number of applications and the number of available places.

Are there any Dutch RSM electives?

No. All RSM electives are taught in English.