The 2026 MaastrichtMBA Summer Conference has raised €1,615 for the University Fund Limburg Changemaker Scholarship, supporting talented students from underrepresented backgrounds in accessing master’s education at Maastricht University.
Held from 1 to 3 July in Maastricht, this year’s Summer Conference focused on Digital Resilience, bringing together MBA participants, alumni and experts to explore how emerging digital technologies are transforming organisations, leadership and society.
Beyond exploring the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation, the conference also aimed to create a positive impact beyond the classroom. Participants were invited to contribute to the Changemaker Scholarship of the University Fund Limburg, an initiative that helps reduce financial barriers for talented individuals from underrepresented backgrounds.
The scholarship aligns closely with the values of MaastrichtMBA and the conference’s focus on responsible leadership. By supporting the initiative, participants actively contributed to creating greater access to higher education and empowering the next generation of changemakers.
“The Changemaker Scholarship reflects what we believe business education should stand for: empowering individuals to create meaningful impact. This includes opening doors for talent that would otherwise be overlooked.” – Ron Jacobs, MBA Director
The University Fund Limburg also expressed its appreciation for the initiative:
“Thank you to MaastrichtMBA, the participants and everyone who contributed. We are inspired to see how MaastrichtMBA not only invests in the development of knowledge and responsible leadership, but also puts that social responsibility into practice beyond the classroom by contributing to the Changemaker Scholarship. Together, we give talent the space to make an impact!”
The €1,615 raised demonstrates how the MaastrichtMBA community can turn its commitment to responsible leadership into tangible action. Through initiatives such as the Changemaker Scholarship, MaastrichtMBA continues to encourage its students and alumni not only to discuss positive change, but to actively contribute to it.
This article presents a publication of the joined MaastrichtMBA and University Fund Limburg Changemaker Scholarship fundraiser. MaastrichtMBA is a part-time executive MBA programme, designed for working professionals. The programme is Triple Crown accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.
