Sefa Research Project

Apply now to become a student consultant for Research project 24/25

The Sefa Research Project offers students a unique opportunity to engage in an International Consultancy Project abroad. Over the past years, our dedicated teams have successfully operated in diverse countries such as India, Argentina, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brazil, the Philippines, Chile, China, Spain, Portugal, South Korea and Mexico. This academic year, we are excited to announce that the Research Project will be venturing into China and Vietnam!

With a team comprising 12 highly motivated Student Consultants and 4 Managing Committee members, our mission is to engage with and acquire multinational companies expanding to China and/or Vietnam, as well as companies based there. Following the acquisition phase, our teams of four will collaborate to craft tailor-made solutions for each company’s specific research challenges. This research process is divided into two phases: desk research conducted in the Netherlands, followed by field research conducted on-site at the company’s premises in China and Vietnam.

To support our students throughout this endeavor, we have arranged professional training sessions delivered by renowned companies like KPMG and EY. Additionally, our students will receive guidance from esteemed professors at UvA throughout the academic year. The committee overseeing this project is under the supervision of two full-time Sefa board members.

What can I learn as a Student Consultant?

Currently, the application is open for 3rd year bachelor students and master students! As a Student Consultant of the Sefa Research Project you will learn how to do acquisition, how to conduct a full consultancy project and how to do business in a different culture. You will definitely develop your teamwork skills and get personalized consultancy training from some of the biggest consulting companies in the Netherlands.

We are excited about the upcoming challenges and opportunities in China and/or Vietnam and look forward to another successful year of the Sefa Research Project.

This project would not have been possible without the generous financial sponsorship of the Amsterdams Universiteitsfonds (AUF). We extend our deepest appreciation to the AUF for their crucial support, which has been instrumental in making this project a reality. Their participation has greatly facilitated our work, and we are profoundly grateful for their contribution.

Hours per week (Management):	16
Hours per week (Consultants):	12
Committee period management:	From May 2024 to October 2025 next year
Committe period student consultants:	From October to October next year
Size of the committee:	16
Recruitment period:	September
Application deadline:	September 22 - 23:59
Dutch required:	No
ECTS:	12

As chairman, you are responsible for the Sefa Research Project. You oversee the committee, you are responsible for the meetings, the planning, and the overall functioning of the committee. And you are doing acquisition to convince companies to participate in the project. Essential skills: leadership, proactive, sense of responsibility, strong communication skills

As the head of operations you will be in charge of the recruitment of student consultants, ensure the support & wellness of student consultants, conduct the marketing for research projects, and support the chair in his/her role (meeting minutes, secretary, etc.). Essential skills: creative, punctual, eye for detail, keeping an overview

As treasurer, you are responsible for all the financial aspects of the Research Project. You will make a budget and a realization, and you are responsible for all the cash flows within the committee. And you are doing acquisition to convince companies to participate in the project. Essential skills: accuracy, eye for detail, confidence

As acquisition coordinator, you are responsible for creating the acquisition strategy for the Sefa Research Project. You will create an acquisition plan which you will execute together with the student consultants. And you are doing acquisition to convince companies to participate in the project. Besides, you will organize the training for the Research Project Committee. Essential skills: sales affinity, persuasiveness, perseverance, organized

As a student consultant you are doing acquisition to convince companies to participate in the project. You will be writing research proposals and have company visits. Essential skills: sales affinity, perseverance, consultancy affinity