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
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Alumni success story: Y Chi's academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree at SBE, she graduated in 2018. In this article she will tell you all the ins and outs about her career, read for more!
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In the ever-evolving landscape of research and politics, the concept of purposive transformations has been growing in importance over the past years. However, the literature on transformations is diverse, lacking coherence, and necessitating better theorisation and cross-fertilisation. Typically...
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The Positive Impact Rating 2024 results, which evaluate business schools on their social impact and sustainability efforts, have been released. The Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) moved up a level and is now considered a "transforming school".
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“Accountants will save the world”, said Peter Bakker about ten years ago in an interview with Harvard Business Review. Peter Bakker is a Dutch businessman, who serves since 2012 as the president of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development - WBCSD. The WBCSD is a global alliance of CEOs...
Upcoming Events
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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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06 Nov10:30 - 16:30
Experience Day | Economics and Business Economics
Get a feel of what it’s like to study International Business at Maastricht University.
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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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21 Nov16:00 - 17:00
MSc Public Policy and Human Development | Online info session
Larn more about this unique program offered in collaboration with the United Nations University, join our online info session via Zoom.