School of Business and Economics
The Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) provides high-quality education to students and conducts excellent research, offering an international perspective in the fields of economics and international business management, public policy, governance and sustainability. Our research focuses on interdisciplinary solutions to today's global challenges.
SBE’s approach revolves around small-scale teaching methods supported by an electronic learning environment, a portfolio of international study programmes, and strong incentives for top-quality research.
The focus lies on educational innovation. All degree programmes make use of Problem-Based Learning, with an emphasis on skills development – problem solving, group work, and self-directed learning – to prepare students optimally for the European and international knowledge society.
Fast facts
- Founded in 1984
- SBE Dean: Professor Mariëlle Heijltjes
- Triple Crown accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA)
- > 6,500 students, over 60% international
- Network of over 175 exchange partners around the world
- Around 650 exchange students each year
- Around 750 SBE students go abroad each year
- 2 graduate schools: GSBE and GSX
- 2 executive schools: MSM and UMIO
- 35,000 SBE alumni
Contact
For general inquiries, contact us via:
+31-43-3883768
Visiting address
Tongersestraat 53
6211 LM Maastricht
Quick links
Read our latest articles
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We are proud to announce that the open executive programmes of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) have been included in the global top 80 by the Financial Times in their Open-enrolment Executive Education Ranking 2024.
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Climate change and environmental pollution are central challenges of our time. Environmental policies that can effectively and equitably incentivize the energy transition, foster climate change resilience and adaptation, and reduce the detrimental impact of environmental degradation on human well...
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In our interconnected global economy, uncertainty is like a tempest that sweeps across financial markets, businesses, and households. It’s that unsettling feeling when you’re unsure about what lies ahead—the fog that obscures the path forward. But what exactly is economic uncertainty, and why does...
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Digitalisation can help support facilitating setting up potential cross-departmental and societal research collaborations for science-centred research and impact creation to deal with ever-increasing complexity of societal challenges. The critique of disciplinary research silos can be corresponded...
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SBE took first place in the Rotterdam School of Management Star Case Competition (RSMCC). The competition welcomed 16 top-level international business teams of four students, who were tasked with tackling two real-life business cases.
Upcoming Events
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20 Jun16:00 - 17:00
Third MSc onboarding session for SBE admitted students
You are starting your MSc at the School of Business and Economics in September 2024 and have questions about the next steps? You will be new in Maastricht or the Netherlands and want to get to know your future classmates? This event is for you!
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17 Oct16:00 - 17:00
From HBO to a WO-Master's in Business or Economics | Online info session (in Dutch)
Discover the pathways available for HBO students to access a WO Master's program at the School of Business and Economics in this online session.
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31 Oct16:00 - 17:00
Studying a Master at School of Business and Economics | Online info session 2024
Our School offers several master's programmes. Not sure which one is the best for you? Be sure to join this online info session via Zoom to learn more about your options!
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14 Nov16:00 - 17:00
All you need to know before submitting your MSc application! | Online info session
Considering a Master's at the School of Business and Economics? Attend our online info session to discover what it's like to study in Maastricht, assess if it's the right program for you, understand the application process, admissions requirements, and whether a GMAT, GRE, or English language test...
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24 Nov09:00 - 22:00
Graduation Ceremonies Fall 2024 | School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics will organise the graduation ceremonies at the MECC on 24 November. If this graduation ceremony applies to you, please mark this date in your calendar!