10 Break-Out Sessions
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Organize the next St. Gallen Symposium
by joining the ISC Journey
We, the St. Gallen Symposium, are the leading global initiative for cross-generational dialogue. Become part of the International Students’ Committee and join a team of 30 highly motivated students who commit themselves to our purpose: connecting different generations through dialogue. By giving our generation a voice, we contribute to positive change in the world. Members of the ISC invest in their own future by being a part of this unique learning experience.
Statements about the ISC
“The International Students’ Committee was the opportunity for me to get out of my comfort zone and grow as a young adult. As during this period you get to know the other team members from their best but also their worst side, real friendships are formed that last forever. Some of the team members are still my closest friends today and therefore an extremely important part of my life.”
LIVIA HÖHENER (ISC ALUMNA)
Managing Director France, Bühler Group
“l always enjoy the exchange with members of the International Students’ Committee (ISC) and find it inspiring and fruitful. I experience the members of the ISC as young professionals with manifold interests that are eager to increase their knowledge and network. They pursue a critical but constructive mindset and actively want to foster sustainable progress in a global context.”
CARL ELSENER (HSG ALUMNUS)
Chief Executive Officer, Victorinox AG
“My ISC Experience has taught me how much energy you can activate when you rally everybody behind a common goal as well as the amazing value of excellent teamwork”
DR CHRISTOPH LOOS (ISC ALUMNUS)
Chief Executive Officer, Hilti Group
“They are young, ambitious, self-reflective, and polite – simply professional. Each and every individual plays at highest level. I always enjoy the meetings with these certainly high-class students.”
URS M. KRÄMER
Chief Commercial Officer, T-Systems
“Three things: mindset, mindset, mindset. For the idea. For protecting and building a trusted space for dialogue. And for understanding that you can only benefit when you contribute.”
DR STEVEN ALTHAUS (ISC ALUMNUS)
Former Head Global Marketing, BMW & Credit Suisse
“My studies at the University of St.GaIIen have laid the professional foundation for my career. But it is the time as a member of the organising committee of the ISC Symposium that has taught me about team work and entrepreneurial thinking. And beyond that, I am very fortunate to still today count quite a few of the like-minded individuals whom I have met during that period amongst my closest friends and companions.”
TIM SCHIFFERS (ISC ALUMNUS)
Chief Executive Officer, Parship Group
“When I first heard about the ISC Symposium I thought they were nuts. How could a group of students invite these high ranking people and they would actually show up. But I learned that people on a mission with a healthy disregard for the impossible can move mountains. Probably one of my most important learnings for later in life.”
STEFANIE WITTE (ISC ALUMNA)
Head of Business & Operations, Chrome OS, DACH & Northern Europe
The ISC Experience
Professional Development
- Drive innovative projects to creat new customer journeys and be responsible for technological innovation at the St. Gallen Symposium
- Lead projects with our main partners and get in touch with top entreprises
- Be trained to engage with a global network of top executives and global leaders
- Learn how to navigate software and programs to create eye-catching media
- Get to know the brilliant minds and visionaries of our generation and enable them to share their ideas at the St. Gallen Symposium
- Practice your hard skills for future internships and jobs
- Stand out in future applications with the ISC experience in your CV
- Receive professional training that will further your expertise and help you in future work situations
Personal Development
- Work with 30 other motivated students every day and make friends for life
- Learn to strive under pressure with high responsibility
- Experience team spirit and learn to create excellent results together
- Get to know yourself and how you work best in team environments
- Become part of our very engaged 50-year old ISC Alumni Network consisting of over 1000 members, among them some of the most successful leaders of our time
- Make amazing memeories with your team members in various team events and getaways
- Benefit from our sponsors and partners and all the goodies we receive
- Receive unmatched responsibility in the early stages of your career
- Have the best year of your life!