Maastricht School of Management

⏰ Reminder: Join our upcoming online masterclass “Thriving as an Entrepreneur in a VUCA World” with André Dellevoet!

In a rapidly changing world, how can entrepreneurs and SMEs remain resilient, competitive, and future-ready? Discover practical insights into leadership, innovation, global business dynamics, and entrepreneurial success in uncertain times.

📅 Thursday, 11 June 2026
🕒 3:00 – 4:00 PM (CEST)
💻 Online

Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable perspectives and engage directly during the live Q&A session.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4ujWylI.

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭

Quality assurance is not only about meeting standards; it is about creating structured feedback loops that allow institutions to learn, adapt, and improve. These processes help identify key challenges and gaps across frameworks related to certification, self-assessment, and accountability.

At Maastricht School of Management’s Expert Centre on Emerging Economies (ECEE), we design capacity-building trajectories that support institutions in achieving specific objectives, whether as part of donor-funded projects or standalone consultancy assignments. Our work includes assessing existing QA systems, co-developing policies and feedback loops, and integrating quality assurance with monitoring, evaluation, project management, and communication frameworks to strengthen institutional performance and long-term impact.

Learn more about our work here: https://bit.ly/4anPXya

👉 Want to explore this approach in more detail? Check out our latest factsheet.

From 20–22 October 2026, we will run the Short Executive Programme on Female Leadership.

Why should you join this programme?
👉 Develop authentic leadership skills while navigating gender dynamics and overcoming bias, and learn how to build inclusive teams.
👉 Gain practical tools in communication, negotiation, resilience, and work–life balance.
👉 Learn in an interactive and supportive environment that fosters inclusiveness, diversity, and long-term impact, together with participants from all over the world.

Interested in joining?
- Non-European* applicants: apply before 08 September 2026
- European applicants: apply before 15 September 2026

Early Bird Discount
Receive a 10% Early Bird Discount when you apply and pay before 14 July 2026.

For more information and application details: https://bit.ly/48kgzyY



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Female Leadership | Maastricht School of Management This 3-days programme is open to all professionals who want to understand how gender dynamics influence leadership, and who are committed to building a more inclusive and effective organisation.

🌟 MSM Corporate Week 2026 has officially started! 🌟

An inspiring week lies ahead for our Full-time MBA, Global Online MBA and Master in Management students as they explore new career opportunities, expand their networks, and prepare for their next professional steps. 💼✨

Throughout the week, students will take part in interactive workshops on Personal Branding and Job Search, connect with industry professionals through engaging company presentations, and gain valuable insights and advice from our inspiring alumni during the Alumni Day.

We’ll wrap up the week with a dedicated Networking Event, bringing students, staff, alumni, and professionals together to create meaningful connections for the future. 🤝

Corporate Week is all about building the bridge between academic learning and the world of work, helping our students gain the confidence, connections, and tools to make their mark.

We wish everyone a successful, insightful, and enjoyable MSM Corporate Week 2026! 🚀

How do successful organisations turn strategy into real action?

From 28 September – 01 October 2026, Olson will run the Short Executive Programme on Leading Strategy at our campus in Maastricht.

In today’s rapidly changing environment, strategy is no longer just an annual planning exercise. Effective strategic leadership is about making choices, managing trade-offs, and continuously aligning organisations with external opportunities and internal capabilities.

During this practical programme, participants will explore how strategy is developed, tested, and implemented inside real organisations. Through a combination of analytical frameworks, executive insights, and interactive discussions, the programme demonstrates how strategic thinking becomes part of day-to-day leadership and decision-making.

Is this programme the right next step for you?

Application deadlines:
Non-European applicants: before 17 August 2026
European applicants: before 24 August 2026

Early Bird discount:
Receive a 10% discount when applying and paying before 22 June 2026.

For more info and how to apply: https://bit.ly/4ez8tqY

Join the online masterclass “𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐕𝐔𝐂𝐀 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝” on Thursday, 11 June 2026 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM (CEST).

In this interactive session, we’ll explore how entrepreneurs and SMEs can successfully navigate uncertainty and build resilient, future-ready businesses by examining success factors at:

🔹 Micro level – leadership, innovation, competitiveness, finance & technology
🔹 Meso level – customers, partnerships, ecosystems & industry dynamics
🔹 Macro level – global markets, governance, trade, economics & security

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, ambitious professional, or future leader, this masterclass offers valuable insights into building sustainable growth in challenging environments.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4ujWylI.

And just like that our 2026 Academic Conference comes to an end. It was inspiriting to witness the range of insights, inspiriting presentations, and academic exchange between members today. Warm thank you to our keynote speakers, online facilitators, and paper presenters for their contributions. We also thank all members of the audience for their attendance and participation today. 🍃

We hope to welcome you at a future MSM Academic Conference!

We are live with the MSM Academic Conference, kicked off by Dr. Diederik de Boer, MSM Director a.i., Director Expert Centre on Emerging Economies, and Associate Professor Sustainable Business Development.

We will share some impressions of today’s Academic Conference on our socials, so definitely keep an eye out! 🍃🖥️

𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠

Seeing the high level of informality, particularly among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, as a defining characteristic of emerging markets, understanding how these enterprises operate and contribute to business performance is essential for effective private sector development and better global management.

At Maastricht School of Management’s Expert Centre on Emerging Economies (ECEE), we translate insights on informal business practices (IBP) into applied research, policy advice, and business-oriented analysis to mitigate the challenges these practices present. Our advice to businesses goes beyond compliance, offering practical solutions for managing IBP to boost profitability and competitiveness.

Learn more about our work here: https://bit.ly/4klc6Se

👉 Want to explore this approach in more detail? Check out our latest factsheet.