Maastricht School of Management (MSM)

Maastricht School of Management (MSM), founded in 1952, is one of the Netherlands’ most international business schools and is now part of Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics. Its mission centers on fostering ethical leadership, innovation, and capacity building for emerging economies. MSM’s heritage spans seven decades of global engagement, evolving from Dutch-language management training to a modern hub for postgraduate education with students from more than 50 nationalities.

Located in vibrant Maastricht, MSM benefits from Maastricht University’s extensive academic ecosystem, advanced facilities, and strong research culture, while preserving its niche focus on management education for developing regions.

MSM’s career ecosystem combines strong corporate connections, global alumni support, and practical industry engagement. Graduates benefit from an international network built over 70 years, offering mentorship, job leads, and cross-border opportunities in sectors such as consulting, agribusiness, and development.

Active partnerships across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East provide internships and project-based learning aligned with MSM’s focus on sustainable and ethical management. Access to Maastricht University’s broad career services, employer events, and professional networks further enhances employability, equipping students for leadership in dynamic global environments.

Students choose MSM for its blend of heritage, international specialization, and practice-driven learning. With Europe’s oldest MBA tradition, MSM delivers programs refined through decades of global project experience and strengthened by Maastricht University’s research excellence and resources.

Its focus on emerging economies, personalized instruction, and ethical leadership sets it apart from conventional business schools. The combination of small cohorts, applied learning, and access to a 22,000-student university network ensures career relevance, cultural immersion, and strong professional growth in a uniquely supportive environment.

MSM’s impact extends through research, consultancy, and capacity-building initiatives supporting sustainable development in emerging economies. Its Expert Center on Emerging Economies delivers training and policy advisory across Central Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, strengthening local institutions and entrepreneurship.

Innovation is reflected in programs addressing sustainability, digital learning, and social entrepreneurship. Collaboration with Maastricht University enhances research capabilities and campus sustainability efforts, ensuring MSM contributes meaningfully to global challenges through education, responsible management, and long-term community development.

What makes MSM suited for emerging-economy professionals? It integrates decades of global project experience into practical, culturally aware management training.

How does integration with Maastricht University help? Students access extensive facilities, research networks, and career services while retaining MSM’s specialized focus.

Is there support for international students? Yes, MSM provides visa assistance, counseling, and housing support to ensure a smooth transition.

MSM’s admissions process welcomes motivated applicants with relevant academic backgrounds, with MBA and Executive programs requiring professional experience. Applications include transcripts, CV, motivation letter, references, and English proficiency, followed by an interview to assess program fit.

Tuition varies by program, with scholarships available for merit and emerging-market candidates. MSM supports international students with visa guidance, housing options, and arrival orientation. The Maastricht location offers easy city access, bike-friendly mobility, and full integration into Maastricht University’s academic and student-life infrastructure.