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In the last newsletter just before the summer holidays, we would like to share the many highlights we enjoyed at MSM in the past weeks. The first update being a change in leadership. As the newly appointed Director ad interim of Maastricht School of Management (MSM), I am honoured to take on this role and to continue contributing to MSM’s mission. MSM has a strong legacy in global business education and management development, and I look forward to building on this foundation together with our dedicated management team, staff, and global partners. We thank Mr. Meinhard Gans for his outstanding leadership and contributions to MSM and wish him all the best in his retirement. This edition of our newsletter reflects the breadth and depth of MSM’s work—locally and globally. I’m proud to share that MSM’s open executive programmes, as part of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE), have again been recognised in the Financial Times Executive Education Ranking. Our commitment to responsible leadership has also been reaffirmed through our position in CEO Magazine’s 2025 Green MBA Rankings. We continue to be inspired by the work of our students and faculty. The 2025 MSM SDG-Challenge saw students tackle real sustainability issues with creativity and drive. Meanwhile, our Corporate Week 2025 once again offered a valuable platform for students to connect with companies, alumni, and industry leaders. This season also saw strong international collaboration, including the visit of two cohorts from our Executive MBA programme with Nanjing University, and ongoing research excellence, such as the recent publication by Dr. Pascale Hardy in the European Management Review. We’re also looking ahead, with the MOBILISE feasibility study in Ethiopia exploring how MSM can support local workforce development in the horticulture sector. Together, these stories illustrate MSM’s ongoing commitment to impactful education, international partnerships, and sustainable development. I look forward to continuing this important work with all of you. Warm regards, |
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Leadership Transition at Maastricht School of Management |
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Following the recent retirement of Mr. Meinhard Gans on 9 May 2025, Maastricht School of Management (MSM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Diederik de Boer as Director ad interim. |
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Global recognition for SBE’s Executive Education by Financial Times |
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We are proud to announce that, as part of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE), MSM's open executive programmes have been recognized again in the global Financial Times ranking. |
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Maastricht University Recognised Among Top Institutions in CEO Magazine’s 2025 Green MBA Rankings |
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We are proud to share that Maastricht University School of Business and Economics has been recognised as a top-ranked institution in the CEO Magazine 2025 Green MBA Rankings. This distinction reflects our ongoing dedication to sustainability, responsible leadership, and impact-driven education. This recognition places Maastricht University’s MBA programmes - including the MSM MBA programmes - among the world’s leading programmes in environmental and social responsibility. |
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Executive MBA students from Nanjing University follow courses at MSM in Maastricht |
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Over the past weeks, we had the pleasure of hosting two cohorts of our joint Executive MBA programme with our esteemed partner Nanjing University (NJU). |
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New paper published in the European Management Review |
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The paper “International entrepreneurial orientation and international performance: The mediating role of dynamic capabilities and business strategy” co-authored by Dr. Pascale Hardy, Director (Operations) of MSM’s Executive PhD programme was recently published in the European Management Review. |
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MSM SDG-challenge: challenge today, improve tomorrow |
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Students from MSM’s Master in Management and Full-time MBA programme recently showcased their skills and creativity in the 2025 MSM SDG-Challenge, delivering innovative solutions to real-world sustainability challenges. |
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MSM Corporate Week 2025: A Gateway to Global Careers and Local Connections |
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From June 2–6, the Maastricht School of Management (MSM) hosted its annual Corporate Week 2025, an intensive five-day event that brought together students, industry professionals, alumni, and multinational companies for a week of workshops, company presentations, and networking opportunities. With a dynamic mix of corporate insights and personal development, Corporate Week continues to be a cornerstone of the MSM Master in Management and MBA experience. |
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Identifying workforce needs in Ethiopia’s horticulture sector for future MOBILISE expansion |
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As part of the ongoing efforts to explore the potential for expanding the MOBILISE project, a feasibility study has been conducted in Ethiopia. This study aims to assess the relevance and demand for a second phase of the project, one that would not only involve international students but also actively engage employees working in the local horticulture sector. |
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Bridging Theory and Practice in a Multicultural Setting: MSM’s Project Management Programme |
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“The programme really expanded my understanding of project management. The online phase gave us a strong foundation in theory, with a very experienced and professional teacher. I also appreciated starting group work during the online phase, as we already knew each other when we arrived in Maastricht,” said Ms Claudia Ruz Vargas (Chile) on the final day of MSM’s Short Executive Programme in Project Management |
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Driving High Performance in the Banking Sector: MSM’s Customised Leadership Programme |
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From 12 to 16 May 2025, Maastricht School of Management (MSM) was pleased to welcome a distinguished delegation of senior banking professionals from Sri Lanka for a customised training programme titled Driving High Performance: Strategic Leadership for Banking Executives. Delivered in collaboration with the Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM), this programme was designed to equip leaders in the financial services sector with advanced tools in strategic leadership, performance management, and innovation. |
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Empowering Action for Change: Gender Equality and Women Empowerment |
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On Monday, 19 May 2025, Dr. Mulu Burhane kicked off the Short Executive Programme on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment at MSM. The programme explored key concepts, frameworks, and practical tools to support and promote gender equality in professional environments. |
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New and upcoming programmes |
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Global Online MBA Master in Management Full-time MBA Executive PhD |
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Upcoming events |
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MSM World Tour - Fall Edition |
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MSM videos |
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Watch our latest video on MSM's Career and Personal Development Track (CPDT). Click on the image below to watch the video.
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