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Ilaria Tonti, Alumna of the Executive Master in Luxury Management and Design Innovation &lsquo;25 (EMiLUX), is today an Europe Business Development Manager at JANUS et Cie &mdash; specialized in outdoor furniture, and part of the Haworth Liflestyle Group. Once based in France and now based in one of the most buzzing luxury hubs in the world &mdash; Milano &mdash; her story is one of ambition, reinvention, and the conviction that creativity and business are two sides of the same coin.
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From Paris Ateliers to the Heart of Italian Design: An EMiLUX Alumna’s Path to Luxury Leadership

Cergy, France - June 3rd, 2026 - ESSEC Business School has unveiled its transformed flagship program, the Master in Management. These enhancements are aligned with the institution&rsquo;s Transcend strategy for 2024-2028, which aims to nurture &ldquo;future-fit&rdquo; leaders by equipping them with a cross-functional skillset and an understanding of key societal challenges, be they geopolitical, technological, or environmental.

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ESSEC Business School’s reimagined Master in Management: Collective intelligence at the heart of the updated program, designed to tackle today’s societal challenges

At ESSEC Business School, classes are memorable intellectual experiences. They are spaces for debate, critical thinking, and openness to the world. Behind this rich learning experience is an international faculty recognized for its academic excellence and its ability to connect research, real world practice, and today&rsquo;s major challenges. Student testimonials.
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“The course that really inspired me at ESSEC!” 

At ESSEC Business School, student life goes far beyond the classroom. With more than 100 student associations across its campuses, ESSEC sees student involvement as a real learning experience. Project management, leadership, entrepreneurship, communication, team management, responsibility: students build these skills every day by working with others and taking action. For many students, these experiences are just as valuable as their classes. Testimonials.
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Getting involved in a student association: learning through action

The QS Executive MBA Rankings 2026, released today, place ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s EMBA portfolio among the top programs globally. In a landmark achievement, the ESSEC Weekend Executive MBA entered the global rankings for the first time, securing the 12th position worldwide out of 215 programs. Simultaneously, the &nbsp;ESSEC &amp; MANNHEIM Executive MBA (Europe &amp; Singapore tracks) climbed one place to rank 8th worldwide among joint programs, holding its place in the global top 10.
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ESSEC EMBA Ranks First Worldwide for Career Impact in QS 2026 Rankings 

In this interview, Julien Malaurent, Deputy Managing Director of ESSEC Business School, reflects on his unique career path and his commitment to digital transformation and post-experience programs. With international experience and a strong interest in the impact of technology, he shares his ambitions for the school, his approach to leadership, and the challenges facing a rapidly evolving sector. Through educational innovations and a strategic vision, discover how he plans to elevate ESSEC globally by integrating current issues such as artificial intelligence and sustainability.

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Responding to the Challenges of Tomorrow: An Interview with Julien Malaurent, Deputy Managing Director of ESSEC

In a context of rapidly evolving skills, continuing education has become a central priority for executives and organizations..ESSEC Business School has developed a comprehensive Lifelong Learning framework This system allows graduates to train throughout their professional lives. The programs align with market trends and corporate needs.
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Lifelong Learning at ESSEC: supporting graduates throughout their careers

Paris, March 24 - ESSEC Executive Education is proud to announce the launch of the Executive Master in Artificial Intelligence (EMAI), a new fully online program designed to equip experienced professionals with the strategic, managerial, and technological capabilities required to lead in the age of AI.

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ESSEC Business School Launches an Executive Master in Artificial Intelligence

Every year, the ESG projects carried out by the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba-european-track/">ESSEC &amp; Mannheim Executive MBA (Europe Track)</a> participants bring to life ideas that blend business vision with human purpose. Among them, one project stands out for its heart and impact - a collaboration with The Hand Project, a global initiative that designs and delivers affordable, 3D-printed prosthetic hands to people in developing countries who have lost theirs due to war, disease, or accidents.
For the Class of 2026, this was not about starting something new, but about amplifying something extraordinary: helping The Hand Project reach further, inspire deeper, and change more lives.
We spoke to the cohort to find out more about the project, the victories and the challenges they faced throughout the journey.
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Restoring Hope by Building Hands: How an EMBA Cohort Is Empowering The Hand Project

On May 19th, you most certainly followed Prince Harry&rsquo;s wedding to Meghan Markle, as did over 3 billion other people.

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The Making of Royal Celebrities: The Role of Consumer Buy-In

Equality is a key value at ESSEC Business School, as highlighted by the Together Institute for Sustainability and Social Change. One lever for building a more inclusive society is research, and a number of ESSEC faculty study different facets of equality in their work.
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ESSEC celebrates International Women's Day with Dr. Angela Sutan

Nowadays, scientific careers sit at the intersection of research, technology, regulation, and global markets, yet women remain less visible at senior executive levels. The challenge today is not entering scientific fields, but progressing into decision-making roles. Last February, we celebrated the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. On this occasion, we highlight four alumnae of the ESSEC Executive MBA: Houda (ESSEC &amp; Mannheim EMBA &lsquo;26), Valeria and Shirine (ESSEC Weekend EMBA &lsquo;26), and Joane (ESSEC &amp; Mannheim EMBA &lsquo;23).
They share how their careers evolved from scientific expertise to leadership responsibility. Across sectors and geographies, their journeys show a common pattern: deep technical knowledge built their credibility and the Executive MBA helped them expand that expertise into strategic influence - enabling innovation to translate into measurable impact.
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Women in Science: Four EMBA Alumnae share how they turn Expertise into Executive Influence

This hub supports the development of a hybrid 'STEM-B' model with leading engineering school CentraleSup&eacute;lec and strengthens ESSEC&rsquo;s elite partnerships with premier Indian institutions.
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ESSEC Business School Signals Long-Term Commitment to India with Launch of Hub in Mumbai

Can larger firms face and survive the challenge of startups? The one question that comes to mind these days is whether they are still capable of fostering innovation.

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Big Data and The Lean Startup Approach  as Tools for Innovation in Large Firms

The Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2026 places the ESSEC Full-Time Global MBA 24th worldwide. The program gains 23 places this year and 46 over the past three years. This sustained upward trajectory confirms the program&rsquo;s academic excellence, international reach and measurable career impact while underscoring the school&rsquo;s increasingly influential role in global management education. ESSEC Global MBA performance in the Financial Times 2026 Ranking.
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Financial Times 2026 MBA Ranking: ESSEC ascends to 24th Worldwide

ESSEC Business School is launching its new official online boutique: the ESSEC Official Store. Designed to bring together the entire ESSEC community: students, participants, alumni, staff, and friends of the School, the platform offers a curated selection of ESSEC-branded items, both timeless and exclusive, extending the ESSEC experience beyond the campuses.
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ESSEC Business School is launching its new official online boutique: the ESSEC Official Store.

In June 2025, the doors of our La D&eacute;fense Campus opened to a new kind of cohort. Coming from 19 different countries and having an average of 15 years of professional experience, 30 inspiring executives gathered in Paris for the start of a transformative 18-month journey. 
These executives are part of the&nbsp;<a href="https://essec.edu/en/program/hybrid-emba/#overview">ESSEC Hybrid EMBA</a>, a format designed to bridge the gap between digital flexibility and physical immersion. By combining 70% online modules with 30% in-person residencies, it allows executives to navigate critical topics such as AI, ESG, and innovation from anywhere in the world and without pausing their careers.
At the six-month mark, we sat down with four participants - Arliny, Charlotte, Romain, and Ziad - to assess how the program has influenced their personal and professional visions.
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Pioneers of Transformation: Inside the First Six Months of the Hybrid EMBA

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

As of January 21, 2026, the TOEFL iBT introduces a new scoring scale from 1 to 6. Announced by ETS, this change marks an important step in the way academic English proficiency is reported and interpreted worldwide. The new scale aims to make results clearer and easier to compare, particularly within international academic contexts. For Michael Kouklakis, Director of the Language Department and English teacher at ESSEC Business School, this evolution responds to a growing need for clarity in international admissions and mobility processes.
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TOEFL 2026. A clearer scoring scale for international pathways

At ESSEC Business School, the Career Services play a central role in supporting students&rsquo; career development. Based on the Cergy, Singapore, and Rabat campuses, they support students throughout their studies, from career exploration to entry into the job market.&nbsp;
Their mission is built around three core areas. These include career planning, employer engagement, and the monitoring of professional experiences in France and internationally.
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Anna-Johanna Nilsson is a professional karate athlete ranked Top 10 in the world. She chose ESSEC for her exchange semester. Between flights to Switzerland, demanding MiM courses, and preparation for the World Championships, she explains how the school became one of the few places where her two lives, sport and academics, can finally come together.
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Master in Management, Karate, and International Ambitions. Why did Anna-Johanna Nilsson choose ESSEC?

Each year, the Harvard Global Case Competition challenges top business school students from around the world to solve a complex, high-stakes M&amp;A scenario. This year&rsquo;s case was set in the luxury automotive world and asked: Should Ferrari acquire Pirelli?
Representing ESSEC Business School, a five-member <a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/global-mba/">Global MBA</a>&nbsp;team: Kumar&nbsp;Anunay, Valentina Angelucci, Elizaveta Tereshchenko, Priyanka Gandhi and Hussein Hammoud, spent three intense weeks diving deep into strategic analysis, financial modeling, and industry research to craft a bold, well-substantiated recommendation.
Their efforts paid off: out of over 300 teams globally, ESSEC placed in the top 20 and earned an Honorable Mention. We sat down with two team members, Anunay and Valentina, to hear more about the experience, the teamwork, and what it was like to present their work on the historic Harvard campus.
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ESSEC Global MBA’s Top 20 Finish at the Harvard Case Competition

ESSEC Business School is excited to welcome you to our Cergy Campus on Saturday, January 31st 2026 for our annual Open Day. Come and join us to learn more about our programs, interact with teaching and admission staff, and current students as well as visit our Next Generation Campus !
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ESSEC Open Day: Dive into your professional future

Cergy, November 5, 2025 &ndash; ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s Leading@Scale Chair and BearingPoint have released the Scaling Stories study, uncovering the human and organizational factors that enable a company to successfully navigate the transition from start-up to scale-up.&nbsp;
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ESSEC – BearingPoint Study identifies the human and operational factors behind scale-up success 

Living in Paris, &ldquo;you can't escape the world of luxury,&rdquo; says Katy Wellesley Wesley, <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-master-luxury-management-desing-innovation/">Executive Master in Luxury Management &amp; Design Innovation</a>&nbsp;Alumna and now the creator of the podcast Compelling. &ldquo;This city really is the beating heart of that universe.&rdquo;
Compelling is Katy&rsquo;s newest entrepreneurial venture: a podcast built around in-depth interviews with industry leaders in the field of art, culture and luxury. When we asked her what inspired her to launch her podcast, Katy shared that she has &ldquo;become fascinated by the interconnectedness of these three worlds&rdquo; which, for her, have so much in common: &ldquo;creativity, exclusivity and a degree of mysticism&rdquo;. She wanted, through this podcast, to open the doors to these worlds so that listeners can &ldquo;go inside the visionary minds shaping art, culture and luxury today.&rdquo;
Katy spoke to us about this new project, the inspiration behind it and the path that she took to make it happen.
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Katy Wellesley Wesley, EMiLUX Alumna, launches Compelling, a podcast exploring art, culture and luxury

Since its creation, the ESSEC Alumni Entrepreneurs Club has been a cornerstone of ESSEC&rsquo;s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Driven by a team of volunteer alumni, it now brings together several thousand members around a shared spirit: mutual support and exchange. Through an active online community, inspiring events, and a mentorship program, the Club plays a key role in connecting, guiding, and celebrating the journeys of ESSEC entrepreneurs.
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Uniting, inspiring, supporting: the strength of the ESSEC Alumni Entrepreneurs Club

At ESSEC, research is no ivory tower exercise. It is lived, shared, tested. It informs action, guides strategy, and prepares organizations for tomorrow&rsquo;s challenges. Meet Charles Ayoubi, Assistant Professor at ESSEC Business School, whose work is reshaping the way we think about innovation.
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Rethinking entrepreneurship: when research drives action

Through its campuses, programs, and the engagement of its global alumni network, ESSEC Business School drives an entrepreneurial strategy with a strong international footprint. Africa occupies a central place in this vision, particularly Morocco, where the school has built a dynamic, purpose-driven ecosystem around its Rabat campus.
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A global ecosystem: entrepreneurship at ESSEC in Morocco

Singapore, a city-state firmly oriented toward the future, is not only a financial or technological hub, it is also fertile ground for entrepreneurs. Since 2022, ESSEC has been developing a unique ecosystem there, focused on innovation and impact, anchored in its Asia-Pacific campus. At the center of this dynamic lies the ESSEC APAC Center, a driving force of the school&rsquo;s international entrepreneurial strategy.
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A global ecosystem: entrepreneurship at ESSEC in Singapore

At ESSEC, Deep Tech innovation is emerging as a strategic lever for societal and economic impact. By creating tangible bridges between fundamental research and the marketplace, the school plays a pivotal role in the rise of next-generation startups &ndash; an ambition aligned with national priorities championed by Bpifrance, the French Public Investment Bank, and the France 2030 future investment plan.
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Deep Tech: how ESSEC entrepreneurship is shaping the industries of tomorrow

Creating, sharing, and bringing ideas to life: at 26, Corentin Grenon embodies a generation of ESSEC alumni who have made entrepreneurship a driving force for impact. A graduate of the Global BBA, he now leads the ESSEC incubator at Station F, at the heart of Europe&rsquo;s most dynamic start-up ecosystem. His journey illustrates the power of early entrepreneurial callings and the ambition of a school dedicated to shaping change-makers.
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Corentin Grenon: the entrepreneurial spirit of ESSEC in action

At ESSEC Business School, entrepreneurship is inseparable from inclusion, commitment, and impact. With Lead&rsquo;Hers, designed in partnership with CentraleSup&eacute;lec, the school supports women entrepreneurs with diverse backgrounds, often shaped by career or personal shifts. What unites them is a shared ambition: to build meaningful projects that open doors for others and contribute to a fairer society.
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Entrepreneurship at ESSEC: Lead’Hers is redefining women’s leadership

At ESSEC, entrepreneurship is not confined to classrooms or incubators, it is woven into the fabric of student life. Through associations, events, and collaborative workspaces, it thrives as part of the daily experience. Clara Marte, second-year student in the Master in Management program and President of ESSEC Initiatives 2024-2025, reflects on the association&rsquo;s role in spreading this entrepreneurial culture across campus.
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Living entrepreneurship every day: a collective journey across all campuses

In a world of constant change, companies are seeking sustainable levers to innovate and adapt. At ESSEC, entrepreneurship is not just about startups, it is a transversal skill, taught as a mindset to be infused at every level of the organization. The goal: to shape professionals who can act under uncertainty, take initiative, and transform their work environment.
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Programs and corporate support: when entrepreneurship becomes a driver of transformation

Amid profound economic, environmental, technological, and social shifts, ESSEC has made a clear choice: to place entrepreneurship and innovation at the heart of its strategy, empowering leaders to invent new models, drive transitions, and turn uncertainty into a catalyst for positive impact.
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Entrepreneurship at ESSEC: a strategic commitment to shaping tomorrow’s world

How does a top business school prepare its students for today&rsquo;s major technological changes? How can academic excellence, responsible innovation, and social impact go hand in hand? The Enjeux &amp; Regards podcast opens the conversation with a first episode focused on artificial intelligence. This podcast follows the rhythm of ideas and conversations. Just a few episodes each year. Enough to let reflection take its time.

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Enjeux & Regards: The ESSEC Podcast

The new academic year at ESSEC is marked by the arrival of students from diverse backgrounds, each with well-defined goals. Whether transitioning careers, seeking international experience, or deepening expertise, five new Master&rsquo;s students share their first impressions of campus life, the opportunities available, and their aspirations.
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ESSEC 2025 Back-to-School: Clear Ambitions and Inspiring Diversity

At the intersection of academic research, the business world, and major societal issues, the ESSEC Metalab Institute for AI, Data and Society has established itself as a strategic player in the data and artificial intelligence ecosystem, both in France and internationally. Its ambition: to foster ethical, responsible, and socially beneficial AI in close collaboration with businesses, institutions, and public decision-makers.
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The ESSEC Metalab: Anchored in Society and Public Debate

Established in September 2020, the ESSEC Metalab Institute for AI, Data and Society embodies ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s commitment to educating leaders who can understand and drive major technological transformations. As a true ecosystem dedicated to data, emerging technologies, and their societal implications, the Metalab supports the widespread integration of AI across all of the school&rsquo;s academic programs.
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AI at the Heart of ESSEC’s Academic Programs

In a professional world reshaped by artificial intelligence, ESSEC Business School supports companies and institutions in navigating their transformation. Through its customized executive education programs, ESSEC trains leaders to understand, anticipate, and leverage AI-related challenges with a strategic, ethical, and pragmatic approach.
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Empowering Leaders for the AI Era

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes our societies, ESSEC Business School stands out as a key academic player in understanding and guiding these transformations. Through the ESSEC Metalab for Data, Technology &amp; Society, the school brings together faculty, students, and corporate partners to conduct high-impact research at the intersection of social sciences, technology, and management.
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AI at the Heart of ESSEC Research: Driving Understanding and Innovation

Since being founded, ESSEC Business School has cultivated pedagogical innovation, continuously integrating emerging technologies to enrich the learning experience. In a world where data and artificial intelligence are transforming management careers and, more broadly, society, ESSEC has chosen to leverage these technologies as strategic tools to support its educational mission. The aim is to harness the power of data and algorithms to enhance learning, without ever diminishing the central role of professors.
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At ESSEC, AI Enhances the Educational Experience

At ESSEC Business School, artificial intelligence (AI) isn&rsquo;t confined to lecture halls &mdash; it&rsquo;s also an active part of <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/pages/student-organizations/">student life</a>. Far from the stereotype of 'geek clubs',, Utopia and Kryptosph&egrave;re are two dynamic student associations that have become key players in the student tech ecosystem. Through events, training sessions, and partnerships, they actively contribute to raising student awareness about AI and help shape a community engaged in addressing major technological issues.
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ESSEC Students Tackling Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is shaping our world. But under what conditions can it do so ethically, responsibly, and inclusively? At ESSEC Business School, the Metalab Institute for AI, Data and Society is dedicated to addressing the social, environmental, and economic challenges posed by AI. By combining research, education, and partnerships, it works to promote responsible AI designed for the common good.
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ESSEC Commits to Ethical and Responsible Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is profoundly reshaping professions, skills, and ways of learning. At ESSEC Business School, this technological revolution is seen as a strategic opportunity academically, institutionally, and societally. Since 2020, the school has been building a rigorous and responsible approach to AI at the intersection of research, education, and innovation. The goal: to develop enlightened leaders capable of leveraging AI for the common good.
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AI at ESSEC: A Strategic Vision for the Future

Our ESSEC Executive MBA programs have achieved outstanding results in the Financial Times Executive MBA Ranking 2025, confirming their place among the top global programs. The ESSEC &amp; Mannheim Executive MBA (<a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba-european-track/">Europe</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba-singapore-track/">APAC</a> tracks) ranks #18 worldwide (up 3 places from #21 in 2024), while the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/executive-mba/">ESSEC Weekend Executive MBA</a> enters the global top 30 at #29, after an impressive rise from #43 last year for its very first participation in the ranking.

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ESSEC Executive MBAs Ranked Among the World’s Top 20 and Top 30 in the 2025 Financial Times Ranking

Dr. Patrick Lecomte, Deputy-Director Centers of Excellence ESSEC Asia-Pacific, explores the exponential rise of the Chinese Fintechs and their ambition to rival with the West&rsquo;s tech giants.

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Why Fintech “made in China” does not have to be disruptive to conquer

Everybody now expects personalized experiences and delivered instantly. Artificial intelligence enables and accelerates every organization&rsquo;s ability to shape this new dynamic.

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The Experience game-changer

What are the factors explaining that some employees sustain their volunteering commitment over time?

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SUSTAINING CORPORATE VOLUNTEERS ENGAGEMENT: A NEW COUNTERINTUITIVE APPROACH

September 29, 2025 - Cergy, France and New Haven, USA - ESSEC Business School and Yale School of Management (SOM) are celebrating the signature of two new consecutive degrees that will offer ESSEC students the opportunity to further their education at Yale.

ESSEC Business School and Yale School of Management partner on two new consecutive degree agreements

This year, our ESSEC &amp; Mannheim Executive MBA program proudly enters the top 10 joint EMBA programs globally, securing 8th place in the QS Executive MBA Rankings 2024: Joint Programmes. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the transformative impact of our program, solidifying its status as one of the world's leading executive degree programs.
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Reaching New Heights: the ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Program Achieves Top 10 Status in QS World Rankings

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

What if restaurants were truly open to everyone? That&rsquo;s the daring challenge embraced by the ESSEC Weekend Executive MBA 2025 cohort in the frame of the ESG project. Sparked by an encounter in Singapore, they launched Les Toques Engag&eacute;es - an initiative at once entrepreneurial and deeply human, reaching far beyond the classroom to turn inclusion into action. Our alumni Virginie Incardona and Gabriel Rebelo share the story behind this inspiring journey.&nbsp;
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Les Toques Engagées: How the ESSEC EMBA is Making an Impact on Inclusive Gastronomy

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On September 11, 2025, <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/global-mba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ESSEC Global MBA</a> students launched a collaboration with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) as part of ESSEC&rsquo;s&nbsp;Towards Responsible Innovation (TRI)&nbsp;project. This initiative explores how trade can drive climate action and sustainable development. The project is led by&nbsp;Professor Xavier Pavie&nbsp;at ESSEC, together with&nbsp;Chantal Line Carpentier,&nbsp;Claudia Contreras&nbsp;and&nbsp;Malick Kane&nbsp;from UNCTAD.
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ESSEC Business School maintains global excellence with QS 2026 ranking
On Wednesday, September 17, QS released its Global MBA and Business Masters Rankings for 2026, reaffirming ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s place among the world&rsquo;s top academic institutions.
The ESSEC Global MBA is ranked&nbsp;29th worldwide&nbsp;and&nbsp;14th in Europe. The program continues to stand out for its international outlook, placing&nbsp;4th globally in diversity&nbsp;and&nbsp;25th in thought leadership.
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The QS rankings evaluate schools across multiple dimensions, including employability, thought leadership, alumni outcomes, diversity, and return on investment (ROI), while also factoring in academic and employer reputation, graduates&rsquo; career success, faculty diversity, and research impact.
This recognition highlights the enduring strength of the ESSEC Global MBA and its commitment to shaping responsible leaders prepared for today&rsquo;s global challenges.
A heartfelt thank you goes to our students, alumni, faculty, and staff, your dedication and excellence drive the success of this program and keep ESSEC at the forefront of global business education.
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ESSEC Business School maintains global excellence with QS 2026 ranking

ESSEC Executive Education, which leads all of the school&rsquo;s lifelong learning activities, has unveiled its new season of Masterclasses for Future-Fit Leadership. The goal is clear: to give decision-makers, alumni, and professionals the keys to understanding a world in rapid transformation.
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ESSEC Executive Education unveils its 2025–2026 Masterclass program

In this series, we discover their stories and celebrate the Women of ESSEC SMIB!
Rana Jalali, SMIB alumna, shares her journey into consulting work and how it led her to starting her company as well as to empowering women through her role as a career coach for refugee women at Berliner Jobcoaching.

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#WomenofESSECSMIB: Interview with Rana Jalali, SMIB alumna

Prof. &Ouml;nc&uuml;ler is a Professor of Marketing at ESSEC Business School. She received her Masters and PhD from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. After spending 10 years as a faculty at INSEAD, she joined ESSEC in 2008. She teaches managerial decision-making, risk management and negotiations modules in Executive Education, as well as in company-specific workshops. She has done consulting and teaching for companies from various sectors, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, legal services, hotel management, aerospace, energy, public sector, banking and financial services. Her academic research focuses on decision-making under uncertainty, covering a variety of applications from managerial investments to consumer behavior. Her work has been published in leading academic journals such as Journal of Behavioral Decision-Making, Journal of Risk and Uncertainty, Journal of Economic Psychology and Management Science and has been reviewed in media outlets such as the Financial Times and CFO Europe.

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Two Partners, One Goal: Guiding you to the Top

What draws experienced professionals from around the world to ESSEC&rsquo;s Hybrid Executive MBA? For Romain, Siham, Valerie, Liliane, and Arliny, it was a unique combination: the academic excellence of a top-ranked business school, the flexibility to learn from anywhere, and the richness of a truly international cohort.
From France to Dubai, Latin America to Africa, these participants are balancing ambitious careers, family lives, and leadership goals all while taking on a transformative program that adapts to their realities.
Here&rsquo;s a closer look at what makes this hybrid experience so powerful, in their own words.
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Inside the ESSEC Hybrid EMBA: a flexible journey with global reach and human impact

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Amazon vs. Fnac-Darty: Why Brick-And-Click Retailers Are Winning?

Asia remains one of the most attractive regions in the world for international business. As its population and their buying power grow together, political, cultural and economic forces align to perpetually reveal new opportunities.

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Asia in Bloom

As new technologies, products, and channels of consumption throw the film industry into a period of transformation, will the Cannes film festival continue to be as important as it once was?

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What role will platforms like Netflix play at the Cannes Film Festival? 

In an era where digital transformation is pivotal, Lynn Morales stands out as a beacon of adaptability and resilience. Transitioning from a robust career in tech and SaaS to a pioneering role in sustainability,
Lynn's journey through ESSEC's Executive Master in Digital Transformation illustrates the power of strategic education and personal determination. Balancing professional growth with life's significant changes, her story is a testament to the impact of flexible, high-quality online education in shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

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Empowering Change: Lynn Morales' Journey through ESSEC's Digital Transformation Program

The evolution of high-performance sports for athletes with disabilities has profoundly reshaped the global sporting landscape. At the &lsquo;Breaking Barriers: The Evolution of High-Performance Parasports&rsquo; conference, jointly hosted by ESSEC&rsquo;s Sports Chair and Leadership and Diversity Chair, prominent experts and athletes discussed the remarkable progress in parasports and their increasing role in promoting social inclusion.

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The evolution of elite parasports and its impact on inclusion

For over two decades, ESSEC has provided elite athletes with access to rigorous training programs specifically tailored to their needs. Thierry Lardinoit, Academic Director of the multidisciplinary HEPTA Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, discusses this innovative hybrid program that enables top-level athletes to balance their academic pursuits with their sporting careers.
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ESSEC: training the academic and sports elite of tomorrow

The ESSEC Sports Chair is more than just an academic program&mdash;it's an exciting and immersive journey into the world of sports. Founded in 2020, the Chair has quickly established itself as a pioneer in sports business education, blending cutting-edge theories with practical experiences to shape the leaders of tomorrow in the sports industry. This &ldquo;passion&rdquo; Chair attracts students who are deeply committed to and enthusiastic about sports.
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