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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

GENERAL

What is MUN?

Model United Nations is a simulation of the real UN in which students assume the role of a diplomat, represent a country and engage in debate on a relevant topic.

What is CBSMUN?

It is the annual university-level MUN conference hosted at Copenhagen Business School in central Copenhagen in the spring. With 7 committees and 150 delegates it is the premier Nordic university level MUN conference.

The next edition will take place 13.-16. March 2025

Can I participate if I have never done MUN?

Yes! We want to share the joy of MUN and are used to having first-time delegates. Our team will do their utmost to ensure you get a great first MUN experience. They are trained to help you and there will be plenty of resources and guidance available both before and during CBSMUN.

APPLICATIONS 

How do I apply?

Applications are handled through mymun.

Please apply there on the CBSMUN 2025 page.

Until when can I apply?

Applications are open until February 10th, 2025, but we recommend applying and paying as soon as possible to secure your spot as we are filling up quickly.

How competitive is CBSMUN?

There has been high interest in CBSMUN 2025, which means the application is more important than ever. Participants are expected to fill out their application properly, in English, and without the use of AI.

When will I receive a country allocation?

Once you are accepted on mymun and have paid the delegate fee, you have secured a spot and will receive an allocation as soon as possible. We allocate in waves.

The next allocation wave will be on January 20. 2025

I need a visa to attend, how can I get one?

Once you have been accepted to the conference and have paid our delegate fee, we will send you a visa invitation letter. Please note that we cannot assist with the visa application process itself, and it is the participant’s responsibility to apply for and secure the visa in time.

In the event that your visa is not approved for whatever reason, we will refund your delegate fee accordingly.

Can I apply as a part of a delegation?

Yes! You can sign up as a delegation on mymun. Each delegate still has to apply individually. The head delegate or faculty advisor should apply first to start the delegation and then invite the rest of the delegation.

I want to be added to a delegation 

Your head delegate or faculty advisor should have a link to your delegation. Otherwise, feel free to reach out to us!

Who can apply?

We are a university-level conference open to all who have graduated high school and are aged 18 to 27. 

For enrolled university students 27+ exemptions may be granted. Please reach out to info@cbsmun.dk

Are there English Requirements

To maintain the academic integrity of CBSMUN, we reserve the right to reject applicants who do not showcase sufficient English skills in their application.

Applicants need to demonstrate an intermediate level of English or in terms of the CEFR framework, level B2+

FEE & PAYMENT

How much is the Delegate Fee ?

The Delegate fee is 85 € and must be paid through mymun before you have secured a spot at CBSMUN. This is also a requirement to receive a country allocation.

What does the Delegate Fee cover?

The fee covers all 4 days of conference activities incl. ceremonies and attendance to all socials. It also covers conference materials, the goodie bag, coffee/tea, light snacks, and lunch.

It does not cover accommodation and travel expenses.

Can I cancel and get a refund?

Refunds are granted as per our terms & conditions within 2 weeks of payment. To request a refund, please contact our team at info@cbsmun.dk

How do I pay the Delegate fee?

The delegate fee is paid via mymun after you have applied and we have accepted your application.

How soon do I have to pay?

The fee must be paid prior to the conference within 4 weeks of your acceptance, or 2 weeks if you apply after Jan 1, 2025. We recommend paying as soon as possible to secure your spot. If we reach capacity and you have yet to pay, we reserve the right to reject your application.

Are there any discounts available?

We offer a large delegation discount of 5€ per person to delegations of 10 people or more. We will email your head delegate or faculty advisor as soon as 10 or more people have joined your delegation.

SCHEDULE & PLANNING

Is there a schedule yet? 

We have released the current planned schedule, but, please note it is not finalized and is subject to change. 

Is the schedule final?

The overall schedule is not final, however, the start and end times of the conference are final to allow you to plan your travel accordingly.

Which major airport should I fly to?

The closest major Airport is Copenhagen Airport. It is located just outside the city and only a 30-minute metro journey from our main venue, CBS. See more under travel.

When should I arrive?

You should arrive in the morning on the 13th of March to not miss the opening ceremony. The conference will start after lunch the 13th at 14:00 CET.

When should I leave?

The conference will end at 14:30 CET on the 16th of March at the latest.

How do I get around Copenhagen?

Copenhagen has a well-established public transport system. Under the travel you can find a short guide plus our tips to getting around Copenhagen and to CBS.

ACADEMICS

When will the Study Guides be released?

Your chairs are working hard on the study or background guides to your committee. You can expect a release around 1 month prior to the conference, i.e. within February on MyMUN. Your chairs will email you the completed study guide as well.

How many awards will there be?

There will be 2-3 awards per committee depending on its size, with further verbal commendations possible.

There are no conference wide or delegation awards.

When are Position Papers due?

Position Papers are due at the beginning of March, with the exact deadline to be announced closer to the conference. Find more information on Position Papers here.

Are Position Papers mandatory?

While not mandatory to attend, submitting the Position Paper before the deadline is a requirement to be considered for an award in your committee.

ACCOMMEDATION

Does CBSMUN offer hosting?

Unfortunately, we do not have a hosting program.

However, we have compiled information about accommodation to help our participants over here.

Can CBSMUN assist with accommedation?

We can not help directly, but we have compiled information about hostels and work with hostels to offer a discount. All of which can be found on the accommodation page.

ACCESSIBILITY & DIETARY RESTRICTIONS

Is CBSMUN and its venues accessible for individuals with disabilities? 

We try to be as accessible as possible, however, we can not guarantee that all of the venues are easily accessible. Please contact us at info@cbsmun.dk so we ensure that arrangements are made and rooms are planned in a way that works.

Will you cater to dietary restrictions?

Yes, we will cater to dietary restrictions. To help us plan please put your dietary requirements in the MyMUN applications. Please contact us should there be a mistake in your applications, changes in your dietary requirements, or if there is anything such as life-threatening allergies that you feel we need to be extra aware of.

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