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Franz-Josef Knops

Wharton Fall 2025
Rotterdam School of Management

EAP Correspondents, and EAP Fall 2025

Biography

Franz-Josef Knops is representing the Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) at the University of Pennsylvania during the fall semester. He is pursuing a three-year undergraduate degree in International Business Administration at RSM, where his studies include courses such as Corporate Finance, Spreadsheet Modelling (an advanced Excel-focused course), and Business Law.

At Penn, Franz-Josef is eager to make the most of every opportunity. He looks forward to joining campus sports like Track and Field, connecting with classmates and friends, and engaging with the wide array of courses available to him. As an EAP Correspondent, he shares his experiences to support prospective and incoming exchange students in navigating Penn’s vibrant community with confidence and ease.