
Solvay Brussels School Economics and Management
Belgium

School Information
Founded in 1903 by Ernest Solvay, renowned Belgian chemical industrial, Solvay Brussels School is the faculty of Economics and Management of the Université Libre de Bruxelles, one of the largest universities in Belgium. Ever since, the school has built up a tradition of excellence and innovation in business and economics learning, fuelled by deep connections within Brussels' multi-national entrepreneurial network. Today, SBS is the best known and trusted business school in Belgium by both students and employers. Followingly, the quality of learning at our school is both certified by and benchmarked against the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS label), the leading worldwide business school accreditation system.
The campus
As one of the largest universities in Belgium with around 24,000 students every year, the ULB offers a campus with numerous facilities and functions: sports, libraries, health services, restaurants, concerts, conferences, and many other cultural events throughout the year. All this is perfectly backgrounded by Brussels' spirited cosmopolitan environment, home to some 300.000 ex-pats, the EU and NATO headquarters, and thousands of international corporations.
Alumni network
Our alumni represent a network of more than 25.000 and are present in all sectors of activities and in more than 65 countries worldwide. Every year the school welcomes more than 4.200 students, participating in a wide range of programs, from Bachelor's and Master's degrees to Advanced Masters and Executive MBA, and many others. As a Solvay alumni you can be part of a unique and effective community to grow both personally and professionally!
Programme Info
An Advanced Master at Solvay Brussels School is an opportunity to broaden your knowledge and acquire the skills that will allow you to launch your career in high gear! Advanced Masters' are 1-year post-graduate specializing programmes for Master's graduates of any discipline who want to gain knowledge and skills for a career in business and beyond!
- Advanced Master in Innovation & Strategic Management
- Advanced Master in Financial Markets
- Advanced Master in Biotech and Medtech ventures
Accreditation
Equis, AMBA, TOP 50 QS World University Rankings
Key admission criteria
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Master's degree from a recognized institution (you can apply during your final year of study) OR
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3 or 4 years' Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution (for this type of degree, there may be additional requirements)
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English proficiency
Starting date
September 2023
Application deadline
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For EU students: 30 June
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For non-EU students: 30 May (recommended for VISA obtention)
Length of course
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Advanced Master in Financial Markets: 11 months (Full-time - Evening & Saturday classes)
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Advanced Master in Innovation & Strategic Management: 10 months (Full time - Day classes)
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Advanced Master in Biotech and Medtech ventures: 1 year (5 intensive 10-day modules combined with off-site study)
Student Body
Number of nationalities: 46
Percentage of international students: 63%
Top8 Nationalities (apart from Belgian): French, Italian, Greek, Indian, Lebanese, Turkish, Spanish, Roumanian
Age Range: 21-35
Average Age: 25
Admission
REQUIREMENTS
Eligible applicants must hold one of the following:
- Master or Master of Science Degree or equivalent (four or five years of study overall) OR
- Bachelor's Degree with 180 ECTS credits or equivalent preferably followed by 1-3 years of work experience
DOCUMENTS
- Online application form
- CV/resume in English
- Copies of University degrees and academic transcripts
If the applicant deems it relevant, he/she can support the application with:
- Letters of reference
- Any other certificate (GMAT, GRE, English proficiency, and so on)
If eligible, applicants will go through an admission interview with the Academic Director and the Admission officer.
Costs
Tuition Fee:
Alumni
Solvay Schools Alumni is the association regrouping all the graduates from the Solvay Brussels School ULB and the Solvay Business School VUB. Representing a network of 23,000+ Alumni, in more than 85 countries worldwide, our Alumni are present in all sectors of activities.
Solvay Schools Alumni organizes around 50 activities and conferences every year, aiming at providing to its members professional lifelong learning, career services, support and networking opportunities.
Thanks to an extensive online database and the annual edition of its yearbook, Solvay Schools Alumni gives the opportunity to all its alumni to keep in touch, for professional and social meetings.
A few of the Solvay Advanced Masters Alumni & their current job positions:
JULIE VAN EECKHOUT - European Central Bank Frankfurt, Alumna AM in Financial Markets
BRUNO JACKERS - Analyst, Landy Partners London, Alumnus AM in Financial Markets
GILLES JACOBS - Nafora SA, Alumnus AM in Quantitative Finance
DIMITRIOS LEMONIAS - Strategic Planner, 20Something, Alumnus AM in Creativity & Marketing
ANNE MATHIEU - e-Business Analyst, Semetis, Alumna AM in Creativity & Marketing
MATHIEU DEGRANDE - Digital Business Integration Analyst, Accenture, Alumnus AM in Innovation & Strategic Management
LAURENS BOECKX - Co-founder Mush, Alumnus AM in Innovation & Strategic Management
ALEXANDRE TOMBEUR - Founder Venga, Alumnus AM in Innovation & Entrepreneurship