CEMS Alumni of the Year Awards

Highlighting alumni who embody the CEMS spirit in their careers and who make a positive impact on business and society worldwide

Our alumni are the living legacy of the CEMS MIM, translating their education into real-world action. This year, we are proud to recognise those who have gone above and beyond to shape a better future. Please use the form below to nominate alumni who embody excellence in the categories of Social, Sustainable, or Global Impact. Help us celebrate the leaders who are not just witnessing change, but creating it.

Eligibility & Nomination 

The nominee must meet the following requirements:

  • Graduate with a CEMS degree (by November of the previous year; both by CEMS & home school)
  • Illustrate and promote CEMS Values
  • To ensure fairness, self-nominations are not considered.
  • Alumni who have won a CEMS Alumni of the Year Award in the past may not be nominated or win a different award category.
  • Duo/ Group candidates are accepted as long as their efforts align with one of the award categories above (Social, Sustainable or Global Impact) and all members must be CEMS alumni.
  • Nominations are open to the public.

Selection Process & Evaluation Criteria 

The nominees will be evaluated by a high-profile jury comprised of the CEMS Community (i.e. Alumni, Students, Corporate/ Social Partners & Academics).  The top-ranked nominee per category will receive the award for that indicated category (Social, Sustainable, or Global Award).  Only winners and their nominators will be informed of the outcome. 

Social Impact Award

Recognising alumni making a tangible difference in society

Social Impact Award

Sustainable Impact Award

Recognising alumni driving long-term environmental impact

Sustainable Impact Award

Global Impact Award

Recognising alumni whose influence transcends borders

Global Impact Award