Maastricht Unversity School of Business and Economics outside view on a sunday day

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

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A new wave of talent emerges from the School of Business and Economics

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On Sunday, November 30, 2025, the Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) proudly celebrated the achievements of over 1,461 graduates from both bachelor’s and master’s programs. The festive ceremony took place at the MECC Maastricht and marked a significant milestone for the SBE
SBE Mecc Graduation

Keuzegids Universiteiten 2026: BSc Econometrics and Operations Research the best in the Netherlands

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Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics (SBE) is proud to share that our BSc Econometrics & Operations Research earns Top Opleiding 2026 and ranks as the best E&OR bachelor programme in the Netherlands in the Keuzegids Masters 2026.
Kuezegids 2026

Roy Broersma (CEI): Guiding Aestuarium from idea to venture

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Roy Broersma, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI) at SBE, has been closely involved in guiding Aestuarium from an early student startup to a growing venture. From spotting their potential during the Brightlands Startup Challenge supporting them through CEI.
Aesterium Marc Cornelissen Award - Roy Broersma

Shaping the future of marketing: SBE scholars at the forefront of research and teaching

Three faculty members from SBE’s Department of Marketing & Supply Chain Management, Prof. Dr. Dominik Mahr, Dr. Jonas Heller, and Dr. Tim Hilken, combine cutting-edge research with innovative teaching and mentorship. From exploring the societal implications of digitalisation in courses such as...
Dominik, Jonas, Tim MSCM

Maastricht University ranked #3 worldwide and #1 in Europe in 2025 Better World MBA Ranking

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We are incredibly proud to share that the MBA programmes of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics’ executive branches, MSM and UMIO, have once again been recognised among the very best sustainable business MBA programmes worldwide. In the 2025 Better World MBA Ranking by Corporate...
Graduation Ceremony MBA

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