“Meaning is not found in what we know, what we possess, or even who we are. Meaning lies in our actions, our commitment, and our choices. Throughout your journey at ESSEC, our ambition has been to nurture you as leaders capable of shaping strategic decisions and acting for the common good.”
Vincenzo Vinzi, Dean and President of ESSEC Business School
At a time when the world is undergoing profound transformations, ESSEC continues to educate leaders who act with discernment, responsibility, and humanity. Now, it is up to each graduate to turn the momentum gained at ESSEC into a positive force for the common good and shared progress.
This weekend, more than 6,700 graduates, families, professors, and staff come together to celebrate Commencement Day 2026. Behind the applause, the gowns, and the class photos, hundreds of people work for months to make this event unforgettable. A look behind the scenes of one of ESSEC’s most emblematic events.
On June 20, 2026, Hauteclaire Lulin will take the stage at Commencement Day to represent her graduating class. It is a symbolic moment for this Master in Management graduate, whose journey reflects one of ESSEC Business School's founding promises: giving students the opportunity to build their own path through the encounters, commitments, and experiences that shape student life.
Originally from Kolkata, India, Pravin Agarwal joined ESSEC’s Master in Management program with a childhood passion for cars and the dream of turning that passion into a career. A few years later, he is working at Stellantis as a Serial Life Project Manager for Citroën. His journey reflects one of ESSEC Business School’s founding promises: helping students build their own path by exploring their interests, embracing new experiences, and relying on the strength of a supportive community.
Videos, photos, and speeches from our iconic alumni and students are coming soon!
