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Membership *

I hereby apply for membership in confluentes e.V. Membership begins upon receipt of the application by the board. There are no costs associated with membership. Membership can be terminated at any time with written notification.

Confidentiality *

I commit to maintaining confidentiality about all internal communication and trade secrets of the association (e.g., project tenders, compensation) towards third parties - this applies to both sharing and publishing at any time. Even after termination of membership, one is obliged to absolute confidentiality. All documents published by confluentes e.V., including copies and other materials, must be returned and deleted. I hereby confirm that I have taken note of these rules and agree to them.

Rules of Conduct *

The following regulations apply to all members, especially when working on projects. Every member agrees to these norms with their membership application.

Misinterpretation of Facts and Deception
‍Interlocutors contacted within the framework of a consulting project must be truthfully informed about the actual background and context of the inquiry upon request. Dialogue partners must not be deceived by false, mistaken, or inaccurate representations and statements about one's own identity or intentions.
Compliance with All Applicable Laws
There are country-specific data protection laws that lead to restrictions when evaluating data. For example, telephone calls or competition-sensitive data may not be recorded under any circumstances. Compliance with all applicable laws must always be considered and guaranteed.
Violation of Confidentiality Agreements 
Many interlocutors must make confidential agreements with former or current employers as employees. Interviewees must not be induced or encouraged to violate existing confidentiality agreements under any circumstances.
Confidentiality 
Consultants of confluentes are obliged to keep the identity of their clients or confidential information secret and not to disclose it, as long as the client does not expressly revoke the confidentiality clause in writing. 
Compliance with the Code of Conduct
‍The Code of Conduct of WHU must be observed beyond the aforementioned rules. Furthermore, everyone must ensure through appropriate behavior that potential reputational damage regarding WHU and its members is kept away from projects by confluentes.

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FAQ for Consultants

Find answers to your questions and further insights into how confluentes works. If you have any further questions, please contact us directly!

Who can be a confluentes consultant?

At confluentes, any current or former WHU student can become a consultant. Therefore, confluentes consultants can be at various stages of their academic journey, including undergraduate, master's, PhD, or MBA students, as well as alumni.

How does a typical confluentes project work?

Projects are announced to the entire consultant pool through email. The project announcement includes all crucial information about the project and the required qualifications that a consultant must possess. We welcome applications from consultants meeting these criteria. After the application deadline, the responsible board member will reach out to potential candidates. Once the client has chosen their consulting team, all other applicants will receive a rejection via email. This rejection does not impact future project opportunities. Upon consultant selection, the consultant receives the contract and necessary confidentiality agreements (NDAs), which should be signed and returned to the board member. Subsequently, a kick-off meeting takes place with the client. Throughout the project, the consultant is required to log their working hours. At the project's conclusion, the consultant submits a comprehensive invoice for all hours worked.

Is the project work compensated?

Yes, confluentes projects are compensated. Therefore, it is necessary for each consultant to log their worked hours in our time-tracking tool (EmpireSUITE).

Where and how do I log my worked hours?

Starting from 2023, confluentes utilizes the EmpireSUITE platform for tracking the hours worked. As a consultant, at the beginning of the project, you will receive a PDF guide for EmpireSUITE from your respective board members. This guide provides a step-by-step explanation of how to log your worked hours in EmpireSUITE.

When applying for a project, how long should I expect to wait for an acceptance or rejection?

This greatly depends on the project and may vary. However, all applicants will receive feedback.

How do I properly submit my invoice?

For shorter projects, the invoice is generally prepared at the end of the project, encompassing all worked hours and expenses. However, in longer projects, interim invoices may be issued at the end of each month. You should have received an invoice template and a project code from the overseeing board member. Please complete the template by filling in the highlighted sections, sign the invoice, and send it as a PDF to your contact person at confluentes.

Do I need any prior experience or qualifications to be a confluentes consultant?

No, every former and current WHU student has the opportunity to become a confluentes consultant. No specific prior experience or particular qualifications are required. However, individual project announcements will explicitly mention the necessary skills and knowledge that a consultant should possess for that specific project.

How long does it take for consultant invoices to be paid?

It may take up to 30 days for the invoices to be processed and paid. Therefore, please be patient if the 30-day deadline has not yet elapsed. The responsible board member will contact you promptly if there are any issues with your invoice, preventing payment.

Can I apply for multiple projects simultaneously?

Yes, you are allowed to apply for multiple projects at the same time. The board conducts internal coordination to ensure that no consultant is inadvertently selected for two projects simultaneously.

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