Maastricht School of Management (MSM)

The Master in Business Administration (MBA) of Maastricht School of Management is an experience in the essence of organizational leadership and entrepreneurial management in a fast-changing, multi-cultural and global business environment.

It is offered in three different formats to accommodate your needs:

• Full-time MBA
• Executive MBA
• Online MBA

Benefit from immediate results
Our MBA takes a practice-oriented approach, focusing on putting your newly gained knowledge and skills into your daily professional and personal life. Immediately from the first course you can apply what you have learned during the interactive lectures, practice-based assignments, work visits and guest lectures (on-campus MBA programs). You round off your MBA degree with a final project, either an academic research paper, a business plan or a business consultancy project. This will offer you the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills directly to real business problems or issues which companies are facing today.

Customize your MBA
The MBA is generalist management program, but at MSM you can also challenge yourself by choosing from different specializations to fully align your MBA with your career ambitions or to develop yourself in a completely new area.

Develop your hard and soft skills to manage effectively and responsibly
Pursuing an MBA is more than just theory, it is also about developing your Soft Skills (sometimes referred to as ‘Complex Skills’). Throughout the MSM MBA program you will be challenged to develop skills in the area of intercultural communication, team leadership and collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, self-awareness, resilience and time management. Moreover, with MSM’s MBA you will not only get the knowledge, tools and skills to manage effectively, but you will also gain a deeper understanding of how to manage responsibly. MSM subscribes to high ethical standards in business and strongly promotes corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable development. We subscribe to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).

Join our diverse and global network
You will share your MBA experience with fellow students coming from different countries around the world and having different cultural and professional backgrounds. You will learn from experienced professors coming from and teaching around the globe. This not only adds to your learning experience but will help to significantly grow your international network. As one of the oldest and most international business schools in the Netherlands, MSM has built a huge worldwide network of students, alumni and partners – an interesting network to tap into and to be part of.

Program reputation
The MBA of Maastricht School of Management is internationally accredited, which means you can be assured that the program meets high global standards. Three bodies that accredit MSM’s MBA programs around the world are AMBA, IACBE, and ACBSP. Only a select few business schools enjoy these. For instance, only 2% of business schools have the coveted AMBA accreditation. Additionally the full-time MBA and Executive MBA conducted in Maastricht and the Online MBA have NVAO accreditation. MSM holds institutional accreditation from ATHEA. MSM’s MBA is ranked European Tier One MBA in the 2019 Global MBA ranking from CEO Magazine. Additionally it is ranked #2 in the Netherlands and #10 in Europe, according to Eduniversal’s 2018 Best Masters ranking and draws on MSM’s 65-year experience in management and business education. The MSM Online MBA is ranked #4 in the world in the 2019 CEO Magazine Global MBA ranking. In the same ranking MSMs Executive MBA is the 6th best Executive MBA in the world. 

Maastricht School of Management (MSM) is one of the oldest and most international business schools in the Netherlands with a large network of students, alumni and partners across the globe. MSM offers internationally accredited MBA programs - full-time MBA, part-time Executive MBA, Online MBA - and Master in Management degrees, and many shorter professional and executive courses.

Diverse network
Studying in one of MSM’s management programs means you will share your study experience with fellow participants from many countries, professional backgrounds and areas of interest. Being part of such a diverse community offers you the opportunity to significantly expand your international network and to learn from your fellow participants by exchanging knowledge and experience.

Personal approach
As a boutique-styled and personally oriented business school, MSM provides you with a high service level throughout your study experience. Our dedicated faculty and staff are highly committed to contribute to your academic, professional and personal success. MSM’s international faculty not only teaches in MSM’s management programs conducted in Maastricht, but also at our partner locations around the globe.

As a fast-moving and market-focused institute, MSM is continuously adapting its teaching content and program offering to the specific management and leadership needs in the market.

At MSM, we also take your career development seriously and offer you a special optional Career and Personal Development Track as part of our Master and MBA programs.

Flexibility
The curriculum of our MBA program is the same for all three formats, offering you optimal flexibility. If your personal or professional situation changes during the program or you would have to miss a course due to circumstances, you can join one of the other MBA formats.

Rankings and recognitions
MSM’s full time MBA is ranked in the top 10 in Western Europe according to the 2019 Eduniversal Ranking, making it the #2 in the Netherlands. MSM maintained its Global Tier One MBA ranking in the 2019 CEO Magazine Global MBA Ranking. MSM’s Online MBA is ranked the 4th best Online MBA program in the world in the 2019 CEO Magazine Ranking, making it the best Online MBA in the Netherlands. In the same ranking MSMs Executive MBA is the 6th best Executive MBA in the world.

MSM alumni occupy top positions in business, government and academia.

Full-time MBA

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university as well as the transcript
• Personal résumé / CV demonstrating the minimum requirement of three or more years of relevant working experience, obtained after your bachelor’s degree
• Two employer letters of recommendation (a reference request can be sent directly via our application portal)
• A letter of motivation (click here for instructions)
• Proof of English proficiency: non-native English speaking candidates and candidates whose previous education has been in a different language than English must submit evidence of English proficiency by achieving the following minimum scores:
  TOEFL scores: (Test of English as Foreign Language)
  – 88 for the internet based test
  – 230 computer based test
  – 570 paper based test
  – 570 institutional TOEFL (paper based at a certified test administration site)
  IELTS score (International English Language Testing System):
  – 6.5 minimum, with no section below 5.5 on the Academic test
  TOEIC score (Test of English for International Communication):
  – 720, provided applicant has passed both “Speaking & Writing” and “Listening & Reading”
  Pearson PTE Academic test of English – minimum score 59
  Cambridge CPE English Proficiency test – C
  Cambridge CAE English Advanced test – B
  Applicants from countries where the official language is English, or who have studied in countries where English is the official language, are exempted from this requirement.
• Copy of your passport or your EU identity card (valid on the start date of your program)

Only complete applications will be reviewed. Diplomas and transcripts can be submitted in English, Dutch, French or German, preferred language is English. Other documents should be in English. MSM will also conduct an interview via phone, Skype or in person. 

For more information about the admission requirements, have a look at the program page or you can contact our admissions officers at [email protected]. 

Executive MBA

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university as well as the transcript
• Personal résumé / CV demonstrating the minimum requirement of five or more years of relevant working experience, obtained after your bachelor’s degree
• Two employer letters of recommendation (a reference request can be sent directly via our application portal)
• A letter of motivation (click here for instructions)
• Proof of English proficiency: non-native English speaking candidates and candidates whose previous education has been in a different language than English must submit evidence of English proficiency by achieving the following minimum scores:
  TOEFL scores: (Test of English as Foreign Language)
  – 88 for the internet based test
  – 230 computer based test
  – 570 paper based test
  – 570 institutional TOEFL (paper based at a certified test administration site)
  IELTS score (International English Language Testing System):
  – 6.5 minimum, with no section below 5.5 on the Academic test
  TOEIC score (Test of English for International Communication):
  – 720, provided applicant has passed both “Speaking & Writing” and “Listening & Reading”
  Pearson PTE Academic test of English – minimum score 59
  Cambridge CPE English Proficiency test – C
  Cambridge CAE English Advanced test – B
  Applicants from countries where the official language is English, or who have studied in countries where English is the official language, are exempted from this requirement.
• Copy of your passport or your EU identity card (valid on the start date of your program)

Only complete applications will be reviewed. Diplomas and transcripts can be submitted in English, Dutch, French or German, preferred language is English. Other documents should be in English. MSM will also conduct an interview via phone, Skype or in person. 

For more information about the admission requirements and other information, have a look at the program page or you can contact us via [email protected]. 

Online MBA

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university as well as the transcript
• Personal résumé / CV demonstrating the minimum requirement of five or more years of relevant working experience, obtained after your bachelor’s degree
• Two employer letters of recommendation (a reference request can be sent directly via our application portal)
• A letter of motivation (click here for instructions)
• Proof of English proficiency: non-native English speaking candidates and candidates whose previous education has been in a different language than English must submit evidence of English proficiency by achieving the following minimum scores:
  TOEFL scores: (Test of English as Foreign Language)
  – 88 for the internet based test
  – 230 computer based test
  – 570 paper based test
  – 570 institutional TOEFL (paper based at a certified test administration site)
  IELTS score (International English Language Testing System):
  – 6.5 minimum, with no section below 5.5 on the Academic test
  TOEIC score (Test of English for International Communication):
  – 720, provided applicant has passed both “Speaking & Writing” and “Listening & Reading”
  Pearson PTE Academic test of English – minimum score 59
  Cambridge CPE English Proficiency test – C
  Cambridge CAE English Advanced test – B
  Applicants from countries where the official language is English, or who have studied in countries where English is the official language, are exempted from this requirement.
• Copy of your passport or your EU identity card (valid on the start date of your program)

Only complete applications will be reviewed. Diplomas and transcripts can be submitted in English, Dutch, French or German, preferred language is English. Other documents should be in English. MSM will also conduct an interview via phone, Skype or in person. 

For more information about the admission requirements and other information, have a look at the program page or you can contact us via [email protected]. 

To apply you fill in the online application form. The link to the online application form can be found on the program page of your interest (button Apply Online). Under the admission tab you will find all the required documents and information which are needed to make your application complete.
If you have any other questions regarding the application, please contact our admissions officer at [email protected]

Full-time MBA

The total tuition fee is € 32,500.
The application fee is € 95

Executive MBA
The total tuition fee is € 32,500
The application fee is € 95

Online MBA
The total tuition fee is € 32,500
The application fee is € 95

 

There are many scholarship available. For the specifics on these check our program page for more information.

Full-time MBA
Executive MBA
Online MBA 

Maastricht School of Management (MSM)
Endepolsdomein 150
6229 EP Maastricht
The Netherlands

Please click here for more information on accommodations for during your studies at MSM. 

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Student Life in Maastricht
Maastricht, the oldest city in the Netherlands, embraces innovations in science, technology and art whilst retaining much of its fascinating past. It is a cultural center, with excellent museums, theaters and cinemas. There are also many fine shops, restaurants, bars and dance-cafes to enjoy. The rolling hills nearby offer great opportunities to enjoy walks and bike rides along their many nature trails.

Maastricht is an international crossroads. Walking through the city you will hear Dutch, French, German and English all around you. You can be in Brussels, Aachen, Cologne or Düsseldorf within an hour or two; a few more hours and you could be in Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris or even London.

For more information on student life at MSM, please click here. 

Make your summer a 'special' experience!

From 11- 25 June 2022, the MSM Summer School offers you the opportunity to follow a number of business or industry-focused related specialization courses at the MSM campus in Maastricht, The Netherlands. During this two-week specialization phase MSM brings together all students from the MSM on-campus MBA programs, the online MBA (optional) and participants from MSM’s Global Partner Network to enjoy an interactive and international classroom experience.

After completing the two-week specialization program (12 ECTS) and an assessment you will receive an MSM diploma.

To suit your needs MSM offers the following Summer Specialization courses:

• Entrepreneurship
• International Business and Sustainable Development
• Accounting & Finance
• The Digital Economy
• Supply Chain Management
• Healthcare Management