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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.

Contact

For general inquiries, contact us via:
+31-43-3883768

Visiting address
Tongersestraat 53
6211 LM Maastricht

Read our latest articles

UnveilML: Combining Econometrics and Machine Learning to improve the estimation of factors we cannot see

UnveilML combines econometrics and machine learning to better estimate hidden factors such as financial risk, the business cycle, and global warming. By adding long memory, interpretability, and reliable uncertainty estimates, it aims to deliver more trustworthy insights for high-stakes decisions.
Tobias Hartl

A Lifetime of learning: Wim Gijselaers reflects on four decades at SBE

Professor Wim Gijselaers reflects on 40+ years at Maastricht University's School of Business and Economics, highlighting its rise to international recognition through innovation, problem-based learning and collaboration. As he retires, he celebrates people, lifelong learning and lasting impact.
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Interdisciplinary team receives funding for DAZM Project

  • Researchers
Pilots will evaluate an open-source collaboration platform based on LaSuite, a unified collaboration platform built for public employees, as a potential alternative to existing digital workplace solutions.
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Stephan Smeekes and Ines Wilms awarded €800,000 NWO grant to pioneer Econometric Intelligence

  • UM news
SBE researchers Stephan Smeekes and Ines Wilms have received an €800,000 NWO grant to develop Econometric Intelligence, a new methodology that combines econometrics and AI to analyse complex data and support better decision-making.
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SBE Student Larissa Lintner receives prestigious McCall MacBain Regional Award

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  • Students going the extra mile
School of Business Economics student Larissa Lintner (BSc'25, MSc'26) has been awarded a McCall MacBain Regional Award to pursue her next degree in Canada. This scholarship recognises students who have demonstrated exceptional character, community engagement, leadership potential, entrepreneurial sp
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Upcoming Events

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SBE Master Onboarding Session - July
14 Nov
Bachelor's Open Day
20 Mar
Master’s Open Day