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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 pivotal 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;
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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.

ESSEC, The CoBS, and Harvard Business School Co-Publish a Special Issue Magazine on Climate Change

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.

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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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ESSEC, a pioneer in health management: expertise serving everyone since 1989

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

ESSEC Business School is launching the ESSEC Hybrid Executive MBA, a new addition to its MBA portfolio. This program blends online and in-person learning, offering flexibility to professionals around the world.

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Introducing the ESSEC Hybrid Executive MBA: A flexible program for global professionals

Organized by Career Services at ESSEC Asia-Pacific, the Get-Together events on “Careers in Asia” and “Banking and Finance” ...

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Get-Together Events organized by Career Services at ESSEC Asia-Pacific in March

On March 3, 2024, ESSEC Africa students took to the streets of A&iuml;n Seba&acirc; in Casablanca for the third #Run4Her race, demonstrating their commitment to female empowerment.

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Run4Her: ESSEC Africa students run for women’s empowerment

ESSEC Business School has once again cemented its position among the world&rsquo;s elite, with two of our Executive MBA programs ranked in the top 50 globally by the Financial Times. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to providing top-tier education to executives seeking to take their career to the next level.
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EMBA FT Rankings: ESSEC EMBA Programs Recognized Among the Top Worldwide

ESSEC Business School is launching the International Program in Business Administration (IPBA), a five-year combined Bachelor-Master&rsquo;s program, offered in English on its Rabat campus. This program is designed to train leaders who will contribute to Africa&rsquo;s growth by offering them a transdisciplinary education that combines technical skills with critical thinking, creativity and innovation.&nbsp;
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ESSEC Business School launches the International Program in Business Administration (IPBA) on its ESSEC Africa campus

ESSEC Business School and UCLA School of Law are delighted to announce the launch of a dual degree in law and management. This international program is aligned with the goal of both institutions to offer students multidisciplinary career paths, preparing them to meet the complex challenges of tomorrow.
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ESSEC Business School and UCLA School of Law launch a dual degree in law and management

ESSEC Business School is launching the Center for Geopolitics &amp; Business as part of its 2024 - 2028 strategy: a transdisciplinary research and pedagogical innovation center dedicated to studying the interactions between geopolitics and the business world. This center will equip our students and executive education participants with the knowledge they need to analyze the consequences of geopolitical shocks and trends on companies and organizations. Above all, it will provide them the know-how necessary for managing geopolitical challenges.
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ESSEC Business School is marking a new milestone in its international development as part of its 2024-2028 strategic plan. ESSEC has announced the launch of hubs in New York City and London to accelerate its activities abroad and strengthen its presence in these strategic cities.
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ESSEC grows its international presence with hubs in New York City and London

From day one, participants in the ESSEC Global MBA are immersed in leadership development, aiming to inspire, lead, and drive positive change. We believe that a sustainable, digitally-connected, and innovative world requires leaders who can balance collaboration with competition, as well as creativity with strategic execution.To support this, the GMBA program uses a &ldquo;do, reflect, and learn&rdquo; approach to strengthen participants' leadership competencies through hands-on experiences.
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Empowering Change Through Leadership: Red List Consulting Project

As digital technologies reshape industries, ESSEC's Executive Master in Digital Transformation (EMDT) prepares professionals to lead this change. Newly appointed Academic Director Thomas Huber brings a wealth of experience in digital innovation and teaching. In this interview, he shares his journey, vision, and how he plans to further enhance the program.
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Thomas Huber: New Academic Director of the Executive Master in Digital Transformation

On Wednesday, September 25, QS released its Global MBA and Business Masters Rankings for 2025, confirming ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s status as a leading academic institution.
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ESSEC Business School solidifies its global excellence with QS ranking

This summer, France has been abuzz with the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. For ESSEC Business School, this event had special meaning as nearly 40 alumni took part in organizing the Paris 2024 Games. Tony Estanguet, President of the Paris 2024 Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Gameswas one of those alumni. His leadership and commitment have marked every stage of the project.
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Paris 2024: the ESSEC legacy in action

On Friday September 13, 2024, ESSEC Business School hosted its &ldquo;Partner Day&rdquo; in Cergy, an event dedicated to its international partners, alongside this year's EAIE in Toulouse. A first for ESSEC, the event brought together representatives of 23 partner institutions from 18 different countries, highlighting the cultural and academic diversity that is one of the strengths of ESSEC and its global network.
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ESSEC Partner Day: a successful celebration of diversity

One of the most disruptive forces in technology in the coming decade is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and companies that embrace AI may gain a competitive advantage over those that don&rsquo;t realize its importance in the following years. AI tools can process an enormous volume of data and apply self-learning or supervised-learning algorithms for a better understanding of the customers&rsquo; preferences and for predicting customer behavior. AI predicting tools, together with the prescriptive tools of Business Analytics (BA) are the major driving force for boosting the return on investment in the digital era.

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MasterClass Ivana Ljubic | Disruption from AI and Business Analytics

In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, sustainability has emerged as a critical priority for businesses, driving the need for leaders who can navigate the complexities of integrating sustainable practices into corporate strategy. ESSEC Executive Education, understanding this imperative, has placed sustainability at the heart of its mission through the RISE strategy, with a particular focus on the Together initiative. This holistic approach ensures that ESSEC not only teaches sustainability but also practices it in every aspect of its operations. The Together initiative, one of the three pillars of the RISE strategy, is dedicated to fostering responsible, inclusive, and impactful leadership. Aligned with this vision, ESSEC Executive Education offers three specialized programs designed to empower leaders to drive sustainable change: the Executive Master in Strategies for Sustainability, Sustainable Transformation: Strategy and Innovation for Business Performance and Impact, and Sustainable Finance: Empowering Corporate Decision-Making.
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Empowering Sustainable Leadership: ESSEC Executive Education’s Pioneering Programs

Chea Christophe, an accomplished accounting consultant, shares his enriching journey through the Executive Master in Digital Transformation at ESSEC Executive Education. With a professional background firmly rooted in accounting, Christophe sought to augment his technical expertise with contemporary digital transformation knowledge. Here, he details his motivations, experiences, and the significant impact of the program on his career.
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Christophe Chea | Graduate 2024 EMDT

My ESSEC Online Experience: Insights from Christophe Chea

Summer is ending, giving way to the start of the new academic year at ESSEC. From late August to mid-September, the campuses are welcoming close to 3,000 new faces, 40% of whom are international students. The corridors, quiet over the summer, once again resonate with lively discussions, classrooms are filling up, and the campus is back to its usual hustle and bustle.
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ESSEC begins a new academic year 

The summer of 2015 was marked by three major events in China which can hardly be attributed to pure chance: stock markets plummeted, economic growth projections fell far short of the usual, and lives were lost when an explosion at an illegal hazardous material depot rocked Tianjin, an international sea port whose growth had been emblematic of the Chinese miracle.

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China urgently needs more responsible entrepreneurs

Meet Mich&egrave;le Horner, a 2021&nbsp;<a href="/en/program/executive-mba/" aria-invalid="true">ESSEC Executive MBA</a>&nbsp;alumna who took on the challenge of an executive program, 20 years into her career. Mich&egrave;le managed to balance her personal and professional life successfully and shares how the choice of joining ESSEC helped her shape her future.

The Executive MBA program allowed me to break the glass ceiling

 
ESSEC, a world-class business school with French roots, ranked #8 in Europe by The Financial Times, has a strong legacy spanning over a cen...

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Executive Education for Everyone

&nbsp; French-native, Paris-based telecommunications executive Marie Hernigou is an engineer by training, as well as a well-traveled mother of thr...

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The Right Timing for an EMBA: A Mid-career Executive Makes a Change

 
As stated in this article by Business Because, the ESSEC is actively reducing the program-related carbon emissions. Very much in line ...

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ESSEC Global MBA program continuously cutting down on program-related carbon emissions

L'Etudiant published its annual ranking of the best French four-year BBA programs today. ESSEC is ranked first and has moved up four spots since la...

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ESSEC's Global BBA ranks first in 2022 L'Étudiant ranking

Word from the Dean & President, Vincenzo Vinzi


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Supporting Ukraine

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, the safety of the members of the ESSEC community has been our number one priority. Despite the unpreced...

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Covid-19: Information

Today, Le Point has published its rankings of the top Grande école and four-year Bachelor’s programs.
ESSEC is first in France for Ba...

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Le Point 2022 Rankings: The ESSEC Global BBA and Grande école programs at the top

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has already had devastating consequences, which will only continue to mount as the conflict continues. Even if the end of the war is hard to predict, some exit scenarios can be drawn.

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Exit scenarios for the war in Ukraine

Husband, father and strategic innovation business lead for a major telecommunications company, Allain Razafimaharo is a rigorous individual who gives his all. As a Wushu martial artist, casual marathoner and former rugby player, he knows the value of patience, practice and playing by the rules. Both his professional track record and his daily meditation practice attest to his hard work and perseverance. After 18 years of professional experience in his industry, Allain chose to enroll in the ESSEC Executive MBA program, both to set an example for his teenage daughter and to bolster his financial acumen. He graduated from the&nbsp;<a href="https://executive-education.essec.edu/en/program/embas-en/executive-mba-essec-weekend/" aria-invalid="true">ESSEC EMBA program</a>&nbsp;as part of the Class of 2018 and has since seen great success, and an upward trajectory, in his career
Keep reading for the full interview.

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The ESSEC EMBA: A Strategic Decision for a Strategic Innovation Lead

 
In our increasingly interconnected world, the ESSEC Global MBA is a singular opportunity for passionate, international management professio...

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ESSEC Global MBA: Creating impactful and passionate leaders of tomorrow

A professional career spans typically around 35-40 years. That’s a long time. So at various points you’ve likely pondered when you shou...

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Top 5 Signs that it's the Right Time to Pursue an EMBA

The ESSEC Foundation's 2022 ceremony was held on Wednesday, April 6 at the Institut Catholique de Paris. On this occasion, several professors were honored, as well as Foundation scholarship holders.

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The ESSEC Foundation rewards the winners of the 2022 ESSEC Foundation Teaching Awards

Yesterday, the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) announced the renewal of ESSEC’s accreditation for the maximum d...