Vlerick is the leading business school in the BeneLux that offers MBAs, Masters, and executive education programs. Vlerick prides itself on its innovative research and close ties with the business community, offering a vibrant and dynamic learning environment. Vlerick holds the renowned Triple Crown accreditation and is the #1 FT ranked School in Belgium and Top 20 in Europe.
Vlerick Business School has a rich history dating back to 1953 when it was founded by André Vlerick, a prominent economist, politician, and entrepreneur. Initially established as part of Ghent University, it later became an autonomous management school. In 1999, it merged with the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven’s management school, forming what is now Vlerick Business School. Vlerick has 3 campuses in Brussels, Gent and Leuven.
International Reach & Collaborations:
Member of the Future of Management Education (FOME Alliance)
Recognised as RRMB Pioneering School
Member of the International Schools of Business Management (ISBM) Alliance
Member of the EFMD Global
Founding Partner of the European Scale-up Institute (ESI)
Close ties with 2 parent universities – KU Leuven and Gent University
International Strategic Alliances with 2 Universities: Peking University (Beijing) and The University of Stellenbosch Business School
50% of Vlerick Faculty members are non-Belgian and 90% of our offered degrees and courses are in English. Vlerick has 31 top international faculty. With over 25,132 alumni worldwide (from 118 different nationalities) and numerous corporate partners, Vlerick is at the heart of Europe, providing a transformational learning experience focused on leadership, entrepreneurial skills, and business impact topics.
In recent decades, Vlerick expanded this tradition through partnerships with tech incubators, venture capital firs, and innovation hubs. The school introduced initiatives like Start-Up Accelerator programs, Venture Labs, and courses on digital innovation and corporate entrepreneurship, which attract not only startup founders but also professionals aiming to innovate within large organizations.
Vlerick also stays ahead of emerging trends in digital transformation and sustainability, embedding these topics into its curriculum. For example, the Digital Strategy and Transformation program prepares leaders to manage the challenges of digital disruption, while the Sustainability Academy helps organizations embrace greener business practices This adaptability has helped Vlerick remain relevant and continue to attract students from all over the world.
