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GMBA MASTERCLASS

Join this online masterclass to explore how luxury brands collaborate with hotels, chefs, artists, and even video games to expand lifestyle appeal, boost brand equity, and engage HNWIs.

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Register for our in-person Masterclass on our ESSEC Paris-La D&eacute;fense campus, hosted by Marie Kerveillant, Deputy Director of the MGO program!
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Register for our in-person Masterclass on our ESSEC Paris-La D&eacute;fense campus, hosted by Raoul Kubler, Associate Professor of Marketing!

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Join us for an exclusive session with recent EMBA graduates and discover their experiences firsthand.

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Explore our Career Learning Labs: A unique opportunity within the Global MBA program to gain hands-on industry experience in Consulting, Finance, Luxury, or Product Management, guided by renowned experts and supported by ESSEC&rsquo;s extensive network.

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Join our webinar and discover how our&nbsp;EMBA programs&nbsp;equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a responsible leader in a changing business landscape. You'll find out more about the&nbsp;program structure&nbsp;and&nbsp;content,&nbsp;admission requirements,&nbsp;financing options,&nbsp;scholarships, and more!&nbsp;

We invite you to attend the online presentation of the&nbsp;Master in Strategy &amp; Management of International Business. This session, led by the Academic Director and current students, will provide you with in-depth insights into the program.

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Join our Recruitment Team and program Alumni and gain insight into the EMiLUX program, designed to open the doors to your dream position in the luxury industry.

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Join us for an exclusive Networking &amp; Get Together event in central Shanghai! The evening will include a Round Table with ESSEC Alumni who work in the Luxury Sector, who will share their experiences with you.&nbsp;

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Join us for an exclusive EMBA Afterwork! Connect with alumni and current participants of the ESSEC EMBA programs for an evening of insightful discussions and networking.

Upcoming events

April17, 2025 WBR Square

Join our exclusive webinar and explore&nbsp;ESSEC Online&rsquo;s Executive Masters, Certificates, and Short Programs, designed for professionals seeking expertise in high-impact fields such as&nbsp;Sustainability, Digital Transformation, Luxury, AI, and more.

Msc ST Executive Director Alexis de La Tour du Pin and current student Orla Hannan will be happy to answer all your questions concerning the program, scholarships, student life, admissions etc.!

The Q&amp;A Live Session will be hosted by Johan VANGO, International Recruitment Manager, alongside Fatou NDONG, Program Coordinator, and current international students who will share their experiences and insights about the program.

Explore&nbsp;ESSEC Online&rsquo;s Executive Masters, Certificates, and Short Programs, designed for professionals seeking expertise in high-impact fields such as&nbsp;Sustainability, Digital Transformation, Luxury, AI, and more.

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Join us for an exclusive masterclass with Prof. Aur&eacute;lien Colson on the vital role of geopolitics in the prosperity of today&rsquo;s businesses.

Join us for a Live Q&amp;A to discover the Master in Data Sciences and Business Analytics (DSBA) Program with&nbsp; Academic Co-Director Fragkiskos Malliaros and DSBA student Bertille Mathieu who will be happy to answer all your questions concerning the program, scholarships, student life, admissions etc.!

Join us for a Live Q&amp;A session MIF&nbsp;Academic&nbsp; Directors Romain Boulland and Peng Xu, and&nbsp;current students Federica Di Girolamo and Adrien d'Anthouard from France and Singapore campuses who will be happy to answer all your questions concerning the program, scholarships, admissions etc.!

Discover the Flexible Track of the ESSEC MIM with the Program Directors from France and Singapore, and get application tips from students before the Round 4 deadline, which closes on April 14, 2025.

Discover the Intensive Track of the ESSEC MIM with the Program Directors from France and Singapore, and get application tips from students before the Round 4 deadline, which closes on April 14, 2025.

Our Program Directors from ESSEC and CentraleSup&eacute;lec will respond to all your questions about the program and provide application tips before the deadline of round 3 closing on April 22, 2025.

Join the webinar to know more about our summer programs !

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&nbsp;Join this masterclass hosted by Prof. Xavier Pavie, Expert in Responsible Innovation to explore how to place responsibility &amp; sustainability at the heart of innovation.

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Join us to explore the impact of Generative AI on leadership with Julien Malaurent, Executive Vice-President and Expert in AI.

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D&eacute;couvrez pourquoi l&rsquo;argent n&rsquo;est pas le seul levier de motivation intrins&egrave;que avec le Professeur Marwan Sinaceur, expert en psychologie sociale et en &eacute;conomie comportementale.

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Join us to discover with David Sluss, Professor of Leadership &amp; Organizational Behavior how to&nbsp;Leading Change for a scaling organizational growth.

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Discover why money is not the only driver of intrinsic motivation with Professor Marwan Sinaceur, expert in social psychology and behavioral economics.

Join us in Montreal for an exclusive networking event with David Sluss, Professor of Leadership &amp; Organizational Behavior at ESSEC. Connect with professionals, thought leaders, and the ESSEC community over a cocktail.

WEBINAR: Overcoming Barriers to Change: Insights From Experimental Research

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Understand psychological barriers to change and their impact with Professor Marwan Sinacaur, expert in social psychology and behavioral economics.

Understand psychological barriers to change and their impact with Professor Marwan Sinaceur, expert in social psychology and behavioral economics.

Join our international recruitment officer Annegret SCHULZ and discover our Master's programs!

MASTERCLASS: La motivation intrinsèque : pour motiver les gens, il n'y a pas que l'argent

Join our international recruitment officer Johnny LIANG and discover our Master's programs!

Join our international recruitment officer Zo&euml; JOFEH and discover our Master's programs!

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MASTERCLASS: Faire de l'incertitude une chance

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Learn how to turn uncertainty into strategic opportunity and balance control with adaptability, with Professor and Doctor Laurent BIBARD.

Join Christelle ROUVIERE and Florian TRANZEAT and discover our Master's programs!

Join our recruitment officer Christelle ROUVIERE and discover our Masters and Advanced Masters' programs!&nbsp;

Join our recruitment officer Florian TRANZEAT and discover our Masters and Advanced Masters' programs!&nbsp;

Join our international recruitment officer Meryem EL HASNAOUI and discover our Bachelors and Masters' programs!

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Join our international recruitment officer Johan VANGO and discover our Bachelors' programs!

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Our Academic and Executive Director will respond to all your questions about the program and application tips before the deadline of round 3 on March 3, 2025.

Brussels

Join the Access Premier EMBA Tour in Brussels, Belgium and meet our ESSEC EMBA advisors to find out more about our programs, discuss your career plans, and more.

Paris, France

Join the Access MBA Tour in Paris, France, and meet our ESSEC MBA Programs advisors to find out more about our programs, discuss your career plans, and more.

Join the Access Premier EMBA Tour in Paris, France and meet our ESSEC EMBA advisors to find out more about our programs, discuss your career plans, and more.

New York, USA

Join the GMAC MBA Tour in New York, USA, and meet our Global MBA advisors to find out more about our program, discuss your career plans, and more.

Join our international recruitment officer Angelica PINZON and discover our Master's programs!

Toronto, Canada

Join the GMAC Tour in Toronto, Canada and meet our Global MBA advisors to find out more about our program, discuss your career plans, and more.&nbsp;

Cergy, May 21st, 2025 &ndash; ESSEC Business School has signed a strategic partnership with Mistral AI. This partnership aims to accelerate the integration of AI into ESSEC&rsquo;s research, teaching, and pedagogical innovation, drawing on the work of the Metalab, a pillar of ESSEC's AI strategy.
This collaboration is part of the transformation driven by the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/pages/about-the-transcend-strategy/">TRANSCEND</a> strategy, launched in September 2024, which prioritizes analyzing and exploring AI challenges and opportunities in ESSEC&rsquo;s institutional and academic processes.
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ESSEC partners with French AI solution Mistral AI for innovation in research and education

Studying at ESSEC means more than joining a top business school. It&rsquo;s about becoming part of a global network. It&rsquo;s about exploring new continents, ideas, and ambitions. Ruqi, Soraya, and Zhelin all graduated from the Master in Management program, having completed their studies at the ESSEC Asia-Pacific campus in Singapore. Then, their journeys took them to Cergy, Dubai, and the United States. These young alumni embody the spirit of openness, global mobility, and meaningful impact that characterize ESSEC today. This weekend, they&rsquo;ve come to Paris to receive their diplomas a journey long planned, eagerly awaited and rich with meaning.
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One Degree, Many Journeys: Three International Graduates Reunite in Paris

They embody the boldness, commitment, and entrepreneurial spirit that define ESSEC. On Commencement Day 2025, we shine a light on three remarkable profiles. Samir Benkirane, a tireless builder of connections and initiatives. Samy Boudiaf, a young film producer already recognized at Cannes. C&eacute;dric Carrasso, former international goalkeeper turned advocate for women&rsquo;s sports. Three alumni. Three unique stories. One shared ambition: to change the world in their own way.

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Three Alumni, Three Bold Journeys: The ESSEC Signature

Cergy, May 20th, 2025 -&nbsp;Thomas Friang has been named Executive Director of the ESSEC Business School Institute for Geopolitics &amp; Business, founded as part of ESSEC&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/pages/about-the-transcend-strategy/">TRANSCEND</a> strategy. Friang will report to Professor Anne-Claire Pache, Associate Dean of Global Strategy and Sustainability, and will work alongside Professors Aur&eacute;lien Colson and C&eacute;domir Nestorovic, the Institute&rsquo;s academic co-directors.
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Thomas Friang appointed Executive Director of the ESSEC Institute for Geopolitics & Business

As they embark on their journey, <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba/">ESSEC Weekend EMBA</a> class of 2026 took a moment to reflect on what motivated them to join, how they experienced their first weekend, and what they hope to gain in the months ahead.
In the testimonials that follow, they share their first impressions, key moments, and personal aspirations for the transformative journey to come.&nbsp;
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Inside the Journey : First Impressions from the ESSEC EMBA Cohort

From the world of creative branding and luxury to a global leadership role in tech, Sarah Chen Lin&rsquo;s journey exemplifies the transformative power of the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/global-mba">ESSEC Global MBA</a>. A multicultural marketing &amp; communications professional, Sarah has lived and worked across Venezuela, England, France, and Taiwan. With a passion for leveraging sustainability, science, and technology to drive impact, Sarah shares how her MBA experience at ESSEC helped her navigate a significant career pivot. Discover the moments that defined her path, the skills she gained, and the advice she offers to future change-makers exploring the ESSEC GMBA.

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From Luxury to Leadership: Sarah Chen Lin’s Transformative Global MBA Journey

On April 25th 2024, our 58 new <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba/">ESSEC Executive MBA</a> participants embarked on an unforgettable journey during their inaugural weekend on our La D&eacute;fense Campus. From inspiring welcome speeches to a captivating Masterclass on Geopolitics led by Philippe Le Corre, a networking cocktail, team building activities and engaging classes on Personal Pitching and ESG for Leaders, these dynamic 3 days left a profound impact on participants Uliana Akhtimaikina, Fahd Houmani, Aurita Zraik, J&eacute;r&eacute;my Ronk, Shuo Li and Denis Gosselin.&nbsp;
Discover their firsthand experiences here.
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ESSEC Executive MBA Kick Off: first impressions of a world-class EMBA program

On March 25, 2025, ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s Asia-Pacific campus hosted French Minister Delegate for Europe, Jean-No&euml;l Barrot, and H.E. Stephen Marchisio, Ambassador of France to Singapore, for a high-level conference on &ldquo;International Crises: Impacts on the Indo-Pacific Region and Europe.&rdquo;
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French Minister Jean-Noël Barrot Discusses Geopolitical Challenges at ESSEC Asia-Pacific

During three days, the new Nanterme building at ESSEC Business School played host to the &ldquo;war room&rdquo; for a global Business &amp; Sustainability simulation competition. The competition brought together 67 MBA and master&rsquo;s level students from 7 leading business schools, members of the Council on Business &amp; Society (CoBS) alliance: ESSEC, Fudan School of Management, IIM Bangalore, Monash Business School, Smith School of Business, Stellenbosch Business School, Warwick Business School.
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Bringing Together the World for Better Business, Society, and Planet

The ESSEC &amp; Mannheim Executive MBA has once again secured its place among the top joint Executive MBA programs globally, according to the latest QS World University Joint EMBA Rankings, ranking #9 overall. This consistent performance reflects the program&rsquo;s commitment to academic excellence, career impact, and international diversity.
The program, offered through the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba-european-track/">Europe</a> and <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba-singapore-track/">Singapore tracks</a>, equips professionals with a global business perspective, strategic leadership skills, and real-world experience to fast-track their careers.
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QS World Rankings Top 10: The ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Reaffirms Its Place Among the World’s Best

Following the Open Days held in February 2025, ESSEC Executive Education invites you to a new event on June 14 at its La D&eacute;fense campus, this time focused on Executive Education. It&rsquo;s another opportunity to discover a top-tier institution and gather all the information you need to make informed decisions about your professional future.

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ESSEC Open Days: open the door to your future

ESSEC Business School, a co-founder of the Council on Business &amp; Society (CoBS), has partnered with the Harvard Business School Institute for Business in Global Society to publish a special issue magazine on Climate Change. CoBS, established in 2011 by ESSEC alongside other leading global business schools, is an international alliance dedicated to promoting responsible leadership and sustainable business practices. This publication reflects their joint commitment to addressing urgent climate issues through education and thought leadership.

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Wenjing Machu, recently appointed International Learning &amp; Change Leader, has transformed her 14+ years of L&amp;D expertise into a strategic leadership role, thanks to the Executive Master in Digital Transformation (EMDT) at ESSEC Online. From AI Business Adoption to agile methods and change management, she now drives innovation and impact at a global level.

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Leveling Up in Digital Transformation: Wenjing Machu’s Success Story

Each week of the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba-european-track/">ESSEC &amp; Mannheim Executive MBA</a> brings new opportunities, insights, and connections that help shape our participants&rsquo; professional and personal growth. Here's a glimpse into one of the program&rsquo;s action-packed weeks &ndash; this time of the Advanced Immersion Module (AIM) &ldquo;Entrepreneurial &amp; Intrapreneurial Thinking&rdquo; &ndash; through the eyes of Nicolas Berby, Class of 2026. Filled with creative thinking, innovation, and social impact, this elective course gives our participants invaluable tools for navigating entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial challenges.

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A Week in the Life of an ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Participant: Entrepreneurial & Intrapreneurial Thinking

Binta highlights her practical skill development, noting, "Thanks to case studies such as the 3rd assignment with the Fox Intelligence platform, I gained hands-on experience in analyzing data from Vinted transactions using Excel and visualizing insights on Power BI."

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Leading with Data-Driven Strategies and Analytics: Binta Boiro's Transformational Journey with ESSEC Online

The Digital Disruption Chair at ESSEC Business School has just published its first "Digital Disruption Matrix 2025,"&nbsp; an innovative strategic tool that reveals the impact of six transformative digital technologies on 11 industry sectors.&nbsp; This in-depth analysis shows the impact of generative AI, with a disruption score of 89.45/100, nearly double that of&nbsp; the second-ranked technology.

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Generative AI dominates while renewable energies resist AI

ESSEC Business School unveils the results of the “Digital Disruption Matrix 2025”, a digital barometer  

University sports play a fundamental role in higher education, fostering teamwork, resilience, and camaraderie among students. At ESSEC Asia-Pacific, sports complement academic rigor, contributing to a well-rounded student experience.

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ESSEC Asia-Pacific Triumphs at NTU MBA Olympics 2025

As part of their Responsible Marketing course, students from the Rabat campus participated in three enriching learning expeditions, offering them direct exposure to companies committed to sustainable practices.

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Responsible Marketing: ESSEC Africa Students in Immersion

As the representation of women in research gradually increases, particularly in management sciences, some are breaking glass ceilings and paving the way for greater gender parity. Ha Hoang, ESSEC&rsquo;s first female associate dean of research, embodies this movement. Her career illustrates the impact of women in academia and the challenges that remain for achieving better representation.

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Women and Research: Ha Hoang, New Director for Research at ESSEC

Karoline Strauss and Jan Lepoutre, Professors of Management at ESSEC Business School, together with Geoffrey Wood, Essex Business School, University of Essex, argue that sustainability requires unique change in organizations and explain how employees acros

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Sustainability in Fifty Shades of Green

In this special issue, discover the insights of ESSEC professors on how we can use the challenges our world is facing to build a better world.

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ESSEC Knowledge Review: Building a better world Together

Do social smarts set you apart? Prof. Aarti Ramaswami shares insights on how emotional intelligence impacts salary and career prospects.

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How Emotional Intelligence impacts your salary

An Executive MBA (EMBA) helps professionals enhance leadership skills, expand strategic vision, and gain global exposure while working. The <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba/">ESSEC Weekend EMBA</a>&nbsp;blends academic excellence with real-world insights to shape agile, responsible leaders &ndash; including immersive international residencies that prepare leaders to navigate global challenges. During her Singapore residency, L&eacute;a Andreia Brandao, Class of 2025, explored cross-cultural business, responsible leadership, and sustainable innovation. From the social impact of Dignity Kitchen to Alstom&rsquo;s mobility solutions, she witnessed firsthand how adaptability, cultural intelligence, and purpose-driven leadership drive success in a globalized world.

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Exploring Business & Leadership in Asia: Insights from Léa Andreia Brandao’s Singapore Residency

At ESSEC, gender equality and women's leadership are not just principles but concrete commitments supported by longstanding and ambitious initiatives. Through dedicated programs, tailored support, and a dynamic network, ESSEC is actively investing in empowering women to take bold steps, embark on entrepreneurial ventures, and fully assert their place in the economic and social spheres.

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Engagement and Women's Leadership: ESSEC's Initiatives to Drive Change

In a global context where gender issues are at the center of societal and political debates, ESSEC Business School hosted the Gender Research Workshop at its Cergy campus. Titled Where Should the Gender Agenda Go in a Changing World?, the event brought together researchers from various disciplines to explore contemporary gender-related issues through the lens of academic research.

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Key Takeaways from the Gender Research Workshop on March 4, 2025

Understanding Gender to Better Shape the World

This November, the EMiLUX Class of 2025 embarked on a 12-month journey in global luxury management. From Paris to New York, they&rsquo;ve gained valuable insights, forged connections, and embraced new perspectives. We spoke with Shefali Anurag, Co-Founder at COTO, and Jason Min, a seasoned Graphic Designer, to hear how the program is shaping their professional paths.

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A Transformative Start: Insights from the EMiLUX Class of 2025

In the fast-evolving landscape of healthcare, professionals increasingly recognize the need for business acumen to complement their medical expertise. Given the diverse roles within healthcare, professionals often question how an EMBA can enhance their careers. We spoke with two accomplished healthcare professionals &ndash; Dr. Sahlya Djebbar, an MD specializing in medical imaging, and Olivier Page, Regional Business Unit Manager at Olympus &ndash; who pursued the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba/">ESSEC Weekend Executive MBA</a> to enhance their leadership capabilities and broaden their career prospects. Their experiences highlight the transformative impact of an EMBA in bridging the gap between clinical practice and business strategy.
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Bridging Healthcare and Business: How an EMBA Transforms Careers

ESSEC Global MBA continues to rise and enters the Financial Times Top 50 MBA Programs Worldwide

In a constantly evolving world, understanding economic, technological, and societal dynamics is crucial. With this in mind, ESSEC Executive Education is hosting a series of international masterclasses led by distinguished faculty members. Organized in collaboration with ESSEC, its Alumni network, and local chapters, these events provide professionals with privileged access to the latest industry trends while strengthening the school&rsquo;s global reach.
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Learning without borders: ESSEC masterclasses around the world

As part of its 20th-anniversary celebration, on January 21, 2025, ESSEC Asia-Pacific&rsquo;s Singapore campus unveiled a mural created by Singaporean artist Sophia Ong. Commissioned for iMagination Week 2025, this artwork symbolizes creativity, innovation, and ESSEC APAC&rsquo;s commitment to its community and environment.
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A Mural to Celebrate ESSEC Asia-Pacific’s 20th Anniversary in Singapore

Increasingly popular, summer school offerings have been expanding rapidly throughout the world. More than a simple break from studies, summer is the perfect time to explore and grow, with high school and university students who see summer as the perfect time to get ahead.
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ESSEC Summer School: Where Discovery meets Excellence

Alain Bernardeschi&rsquo;s journey with the Executive Master in Digital Transformation at ESSEC Executive Education is a story of growth, adaptability, and success. Through its flexible structure and innovative curriculum, the program provided him with the skills and confidence to transition into a leadership role and drive impactful projects in data and analytics.

Alain Bernardeschi’s Journey with ESSEC Online

Discover how the Executive Master in Digital Transformation at ESSEC reshaped Alain Bernardeschi’s career and empowered him to lead with confidence.

Empowering Transformation: Alain Bernardeschi’s Journey with ESSEC Online

On January 8, 2025, ESSEC was informed of unauthorized access to its information systems. This incident resulted in the exfiltration of certain personal data (names, last names, email addresses) of members of our communities, who have all been notified. No sensitive or financial data was compromised.
Nos &eacute;quipes sp&eacute;cialis&eacute;es, en collaboration avec l&rsquo;Agence nationale de la s&eacute;curit&eacute; des syst&egrave;mes d&rsquo;information (ANSSI) et des experts externes, ont imm&eacute;diatement mis en place des mesures techniques pour s&eacute;curiser nos syst&egrave;mes et pr&eacute;venir tout nouvel acc&egrave;s. Une plainte a &eacute;t&eacute; d&eacute;pos&eacute;e, et les autorit&eacute;s comp&eacute;tentes ont &eacute;t&eacute; inform&eacute;es.
Nous restons pleinement engag&eacute;s &agrave; garantir la s&eacute;curit&eacute; de nos syst&egrave;mes et &agrave; informer nos parties prenantes en toute transparence.
Pour toute question, contactez <a href="mailto:incident@essec.edu">incident@essec.edu</a>
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Cybersecurity Incident within ESSEC's Information Systems: Status Update

Cergy - Rabat, January 8, 2025. ESSEC Business School is strengthening its strategic presence in Africa by launching the Business and Industry in Africa Chair on the Rabat campus, supported by Africa Global Logistics, ARISE IIP, and the IBL Group. This new chair is the first at ESSEC to focus on a specific region, aiming to address the challenges and opportunities of industrialization and raw material transformation while striving to enhance Africa&rsquo;s position in the global value chain.

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ESSEC launches the Business and Industry In Africa Chair, the first chair based on the Rabat campus, supported by Africa Global Logistics, ARISE IIP, and the IBL Group

Cergy, December 19, 2024 - ESSEC is pleased to announce the appointment of Wilfried Sand as Academic Director of the Grande Ecole - Master in Management as of January 1st, 2025.
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ESSEC announces the appointment of Wilfried Sand as Academic Director of the Grande Ecole - Master in Management 

ESSEC decrypt the unique AlUla model: a project that combines heritage and sustainable development. Professor Michail Toanoglou of ESSEC conducted an in-depth study to understand how this region of Saudi Arabia has managed to reconcile tradition and modernity.&nbsp;

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ESSEC analyzes the development of AlUla: a large-scale tourism project

On the occasion of the visit of H.E. Mr. Jawed Ashraf, Ambassador of India to France, ESSEC Business School reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its academic collaboration with India.

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The Indian Ambassador to France visits ESSEC

Since 1989, ESSEC has been innovating in the healthcare sector with the establishment of the first chair dedicated to health, training leaders to tackle the challenges of public and private health. The program for department heads at the Foch Hospital, developed by ESSEC Custom Programs, enhances their managerial skills and fosters collective intelligence.
In 1989, ESSEC Business School created the first academic chair dedicated to the healthcare sector in France, thus affirming its role as a pioneer in training leaders in this essential field. Since then, ESSEC has placed its academic expertise at the service of society and individuals, helping to address the complex challenges of public and private healthcare through research and education.
Building on this experience, ESSEC now supports department heads at H&ocirc;pital Foch in their managerial roles, equipping them with the necessary tools to better handle the daily challenges of their teams and departments. <a href="https://fr.linkedin.com/in/anne-le-bourgeois-791b75115" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-invalid="true">Anne Le Bourgeois</a> Training Manager in the Human Resources Department at H&ocirc;pital Foch, and the Program Coordinator for Department Heads,&nbsp;explains this to us.
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