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
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Students were issued student numbers (ID numbers) and the first student (alphabetically) was Ward Alfenaar. Today, 40 years later, we checked in with Ward to talk about his memories from those early days of studying in Maastricht.
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Have you noticed the latest addition to the WRDS research data platform during your recent browsing sessions? If not, take a moment to check again—you’re in for some exciting news! Thanks to the generous support from MORSE and individual researchers within SBE, UM researchers now have access to Capi...
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The COVID-19 pandemic brought about an unprecedented level of global stress, affecting nearly every aspect of daily life. As the world faced the threat of illness, economic uncertainty, and prolonged isolation, individuals' social behaviors and preferences were put to the test. Under such acute...
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Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics (SBE) is once again positioned among the best in the Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking 2024. Among Dutch institutions, SBE’s master is one of only four programmes ranked in the FT’s Top 100 list, and it is positioned 73rd...
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This summer, SBE-MILE PhD Student and MORSE initiative member Vinzenz Peters had the opportunity to participate in the 2024 edition of the European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE) Summer School at Seggau Castle in Leibnitz, Austria. The MORSE travel fund supported...
Upcoming Events
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01 Oct 31 May
Global Supply Chain Management and Change | Student for a day
Wondering what it's like to study Global Supply Chain Management and Change? Join one of our student for a day events.
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16 Oct16:00 - 17:00
Learn all about the bachelor Economics & Business Economics, Business Analytics, Business Engineering and Econometrics & Operations Research | Online Information Session
Are you interested in how data and technology are transforming the world of business and economics? Join our online info session for a detailed overview of these bachelor's programs.
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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.