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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.

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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

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

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

business, strategy, management, Amazon, Fnac, Darty

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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

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

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

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

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 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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Inside the ESSEC Sports Chair: training tomorrow's sports leaders

ESSEC Business School is fertile breeding ground for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly in the field of sports. The school provides a vibrant ecosystem that equips students and graduates with essential resources, training, and a robust network of experts to fuel their entrepreneurial ambitions.

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Empowering Sports Entrepreneurs: ESSEC’s Commitment to Entrepreneurship in Sports

Almost a year ago to the day, Jacques de Maistre and Joseph Serdet, two French students, left the Cergy campus for an extraordinary journey. Their destination? ESSEC&rsquo;s Asia-Pacific campus in Singapore. Their mode of transport? Their bicycles. After traveling 14,800 km through 21 countries in 178 days, they arrived in Singapore on January 28, 2024.

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From Cergy to Singapore in 178 days by bike: the incredible challenge of two of our students

Sporting excellence and community spirit: Paris 2024 is set to deliver an unforgettable event. Tony Estanguet, President of Paris 2024, and Am&eacute;lie Oudea-Castera, French Minister of Sports, both alumni of ESSEC, epitomize the school&rsquo;s commitment to this global event. Beyond these prominent figures, countless ESSEC community members are diligently working behind the scenes to ensure the success of the Games. Meet some of these passionate contributors and explore the diverse roles they play in bringing this grand event to life.
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Into the Olympic and Paralympic Games: the ESSEC community at the Games

The inauguration of ESSEC Business School&rsquo;s Sports &amp; Recreation Center (SRC) on its Cergy campus marks a substantial step forward for the institution. Almamy Soumah, Executive Sports Advisor, emphasizes that this cutting-edge, eco-friendly facility effectively caters to the sports and wellness requirements of the ESSEC community.
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SRC: A Key Pillar in strengthening ESSEC’s sport ecosystem

In the age of widespread innovation and technological advancement, the world of sports is no exception. Fueled by the ambitions of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the industry is embracing Sport Tech: the fusion of sports and technology. This burgeoning trend opens up a myriad of opportunities for athletes, enthusiasts, businesses, and investors alike. Aur&eacute;lie Dy&egrave;vre and Jules Boisson, both active participants in this dynamic field and alumni of ESSEC Business School, offer their insights and experiences.
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Sport Tech: Bridging the Gap Between Athletics and Business

In pursuit of its mission to help organizations amplify their social impact, ESSEC Business School, via ESSEC Impact Unlimited, has partnered with the French Badminton Federation (FFBad) to assess and optimize the social impact of their initiatives. Leading this endeavor is Murielle Chauvel, Director of Consulting at ESSEC Impact Unlimited, who elaborates on this ambitious project spanning from November 2022 to December 2024.
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Social impact assessment: ESSEC partners with the French Badminton Federation

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

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

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

In a world where sports are evolving into a globalized and competitive industry, training the leaders of tomorrow is crucial. It is with this vision that ESSEC Business School, in partnership with WHU &ndash; Otto Beisheim School of Management and the Stockholm School of Economics, launches the "European Sports Business Program" (ESBP). This program aims to transform sports enthusiasts into leaders capable of redefining the contours of the European sports sector.

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ESSEC's European Sports Business Program (ESBP): at the heart of European sports management

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In Singapore, the 2025 Commencement Day was more than just a graduation ceremony: it was a celebration of individual achievement and a collective statement of ESSEC&rsquo;s ambition in the Asia-Pacific region. Held on a pioneering campus where cultures, disciplines, and innovations converge, the event also served as an opportunity to reaffirm the school&rsquo;s commitment to academic excellence, impact-driven entrepreneurship, and intercultural dialogue.
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Commencement Day in Singapore: Celebrating Graduates and Reaffirming ESSEC’s Strategic Ambition in Asia-Pacific

Jo&atilde;o&rsquo;s professional journey is a powerful example of how an MBA can unlock new career paths. Originally working in Brazil&rsquo;s public sector as a Budget Advisor and Data Intelligence Coordinator, Jo&atilde;o pursued the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/program/global-mba">ESSEC Global MBA</a> to pivot into the private sector and expand his global opportunities. Today, he is the Marketing Director at Spaag, a performance and growth marketing consultancy based in Paris.&nbsp; In this interview, Jo&atilde;o shares how the ESSEC MBA&nbsp;equipped him with the business acumen, leadership skills, and international exposure needed to succeed in the fast-paced world of digital marketing. Discover how an MBA can fuel a career change, open doors in global markets, and build the confidence to lead in new industries.
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João’s Global MBA Journey: From Brazil’s Public Sector to Marketing Director

ESSEC reaffirms its global excellence in the 2025 Financial Times ranking On June 2, the Financial Times published its 2025 ranking of the world&rsquo;s top Executive Education programmes. ESSEC Executive Education once again stands out: Our Custom programmes maintain their 9ᵗʰ place worldwide Our Open-enrolment programmes rise two spots to rank 11ᵗʰ globally This ranking reflects our continued ambition: to design high-impact learning experiences closely aligned with the transformation challenges faced by companies and their leaders.

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With the intake around the corner, future participants of the <a href="https://www.essec.edu/en/pages/executive-mba/">ESSEC Hybrid Executive MBA </a>are preparing to begin a transformative journey. What sets them apart? They live and work in all four corners of the globe and are ready to break the mold of traditional in-person EMBA learning models. The Hybrid EMBA program at ESSEC, with its focus on trending topics such as ESG, AI and innovation, combines the flexibility of online learning with the impact of immersive residencies, attracting ambitious professionals eager to take their careers to the next level.
We spoke with Vivian Straka, Trade Marketing Manager at Hublot; Gabriella Moretti, Deputy Head Listing at SIX Swiss Exchange; and Hidekazu Ishida, Head of Corporate Venture Investment Office at Eisai Co., Ltd., three future ESSEC Hybrid EMBA participants from the U.S., Switzerland and Japan to understand what drew them to the program, why now is the right moment, and what they&rsquo;re most looking forward to.
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Breaking Boundaries: Why Professionals Around the World Are Choosing ESSEC’s Hybrid EMBA

ESSEC Business School is launching the Institute for Geopolitics &amp; Business as part of its 2024 - 2028 strategy: a transdisciplinary research and pedagogical innovation institute dedicated to studying the interactions between geopolitics and the business world. This institute 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 launches the Institute for Geopolitics & Business

On May 24th and 25th, 2025, ESSEC Business School held its traditional Commencement Day at the Philharmonie de Paris, a major venue for music and culture. More than a graduation ceremony, the event marked a time of transition and inspiration for graduates, a moment to close one chapter and open new ones. In today&rsquo;s dissonant world, this year&rsquo;s event encouraged boldness, commitment, and cooperation as ways of building harmony.
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Commencement Day 2025 at ESSEC: Creating Harmony in a Dissonant World

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

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, Tasina 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: Four International Graduates Reunite in Paris

They show boldness, drive, and the will to make a difference. For Commencement Day 2025, we highlight four inspiring journeys: Julie Nauthonier, a conductor who empowers women through music. Samir Benkirane, a tireless builder of bridges and projects. Samy Boudiaf, a young film producer already noticed in Cannes. C&eacute;dric Carrasso, a former soccer goalkeeper who now shapes women&rsquo;s sports. Four graduates. Four bold stories. One shared goal: to change the world in their own way.
Read the testimonials : <a href="#samy-boudiaf">Samy Boudiaf</a> | <a href="#julie-nauthonier">Julie Nauthonier</a> | <a href="#cedric-carrasso">C&eacute;dric Carrasso</a> | <a href="#samir-benkirane">Samir Benkirane</a>
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Four graduates. Four unique paths. One ESSEC spirit.

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

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;
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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

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.