Jean-Francois Heuse

Here at the MaastrichtMBA, we love our alumni and enjoy staying in touch! We recently caught up with class of 2014 alumni Jean-Francois Heuse and his role as Sales Director for Europe, Russia and Africa.

Fast Facts

Why did you decide to pursue an MBA?

Since my youth at the University of Liège (Belgium) or in Salamanca (Spain), I always had this secret dream to do an MBA because it seemed to me to be the “top” for a business student. Later on, I only heard positive comments from colleagues and friends who did an MBA – in terms of learning, getting a wider business view and meeting people from all over the world.

Why did you decide to pursue an executive MBA at the MaastrichtMBA?

Working in Roermond (The Netherlands) and living in Liège, it was simply the best location to do it. In addition, the MaastrichtMBA acquired a very good reputation in the last few years among others schools also proposing MBAs.

How have you benefitted from your MBA degree?

The MaastrichtMBA offered me the chance to broaden my business skills. Sales is one part but to be an efficientsales manager you also need to learn more diversity, financial tools, corporate responsibility, etc… This was a “plus” in my learning life.

What stands out from your MaastrichtMBA experience?

The MaastrichtMBA offered me the chance to broaden my business skills. Sales is one part but to be an efficientsales manager you also need to learn more diversity, financial tools, corporate responsibility, etc… This was a “plus” in my learning life.

What has been the most enjoyable part of the MaastrichtMBA programme?

Our European slogan is: “Let’s enjoy all together”. Then you can imagine the link between some modules learned during the MBA and my job today. The Leadership Development Trajectory was, and still is, really important for me. It stimulated a self-awareness about my impact at work which has been key to making sure the job is done correctly.
Jean-Francois Heuse
Sales Director & Global Key Account Manager
Sekisui S-Lec Europe BV