University of Liège

HEC Liège is endowed with a unique DNA, rooted in a region with a wealth of resources, located at the heart of Europe.

Purpose- HEC Liège's purpose can be summed up in its slogan: We nurture the future. 

As its core, HEC Liège's purpose is to prepare for the future. All actions, projects and programs in economics and management are designed to address the needs of tomorrow's society. They serve the development of our region and, more broadly, the world.

VISION- HEC Liège aims to become a catalyst for sustainable solutions both nationally and internationally, while supporting its region in becoming a key economic player in societal transformation.

MISSION- By placing knowledge creation in economics and management at the core of its strategy, HEC Liège shapes committed, transdisciplinary, agile, and innovative leaders, fostering a community prepared to tackle the societal challenges of tomorrow's world.

The success of this mission is built upon an entrepreneurial dynamic, a sustainable integration within the local economic fabric, and a strong synergy between its three pillars: Education, Research, and Service & Citizenship.

HEC Liège’s mission can be declined into 3 ambitions: 

• Education. Training talents in economics and management, grounded in strong values, and committed to societal transformation, so that they become dynamic agents of change and ambassadors of our region on the international stage.
• Research. Our innovative and responsible research, rooted in the challenges and ambitions of our society, generates tangible academic and practical impact. We train top-level researchers and expand our scientific reach internationally
• Citizenship and service. Being a sustainable and essential partner for businesses, organizations and the local ecosystem.

HEC Liège’s mission is based on 3 transversal axes:

• Digital & Analytics: HEC Liège supports digital transformation by taking a transversal approach to data analytics, the impact of artificial intelligence and change management in its teaching and research.
• Entrepreneurship & Innovation: The school fosters an entrepreneurial mindset and develops innovative projects to maximize its impact in the region and beyond.
• Sustainability & Transitions: HEC Liège has long been a committed player in the field of transitions, for example through the Centre d'Économie Sociale and the Smart City Institute. The entire HEC Liège community is working to become a recognized player in these areas.

The values of HEC Liège guide and drive its vision and mission. These values are deeply embedded in the DNA of HEC Liège and closely aligned with the values uphelp by the entire university community.

• Citizenship & Inclusivity
• Rigor & Creativity
• Ethics & Responsibility