Introduction
As we move closer to the vibrant summer season in Maastricht, MSM is proud to celebrate a semester defined by high-impact collaboration and academic momentum. We are currently focused on finishing the term strong, building on the vibrant energy that began with Maastricht’s Carnival and our recent celebrations of International Women’s Day.
Our commitment to "learning beyond the classroom" has been front and center. We recently highlighted the success of the MSM Mentorship Programme, where alumni Steven van Wyk and Lili Zhang reflect upon the invaluable insights into leadership, culture, and professional confidence they have gained through direct industry connections. Furthermore, the MSM SDG Challenge 2026 pushed our students to acts as consultants for real companies, developing actionable solutions for the SDG’s, bridging the gap between theory and global impact.
Internationally, our mission to build capacity continues with the official launches of the Greening Ethiopia project, the ENHANCE initiative in Indonesia, and the EREVETS project in Sierra Leone. These global partnerships reinforce MSM’s dedication to fostering sustainable innovation and strengthening vocational excellence across emerging economies.
Looking ahead, we are eager to connect with the next generation of global leaders with the new programmes starting in 2026. Recruitment for our residential degree programmes is still in full swing, and we invite prospective students to consider the upcoming scholarship deadline of 10 April 2026 for our Master in Management and Full-time MBA programmes. Our team is looking forward to travel all around the world, including Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, and Nairobi. Whether we meet you abroad or online, we look forward to discussing how MSM can help you shape a sustainable future.
We extend our warmest wishes to the entire MSM community. Let’s keep this momentum going as we head toward a successful conclusion of the semester.
Dr. Diederik de Boer
Director ad interim
