Join us for the ESSEC Business & Sustainability Leadership Program, a 5-day program that combines top-tier global business education with a focus on entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, sustainability and supply chain management in the dynamic Asian market.
Endorsed by the Council on Business & Society (CoBS), an alliance of 12 top schools*, this program will empower university students and young professionals with the knowledge and insights to be responsible leaders.
*Council of Business & Society: an alliance of 12 top global business schools focused on responsible leadership, including ESSEC - France, Singapore, Morocco; FGV-EAESP, Brazil; Fudan University, China; IE Business School, Spain; Indian Institute Of Management–Bangalore, India; Keio University, Japan; Monash University - Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia; Washington University, USA; Queen’s University, Canada; Stellenbosch University, South Africa; Trinity College Dublin, Ireland; University of Warwick, UK.
Learn how to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into business strategies.
Develop practical experience through a simulation.
Visit global companies and discover how they apply Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.
Enhance your professional network through access to top professors, business leaders, and fellow participants.
Earn two certificates: one from ESSEC and one from the Council on Business & Society.
Date: 7 - 11 July 2025
Location: ESSEC Asia-Pacific in Singapore
Language of instruction: English
Study level: This program is open to Bachelor's and Master's students from all fields, as well as young professionals with up to 3 years of work experience, who seek to deepen their understanding of business and sustainability. A business background is not required.
Itinerary:
Attend academic workshops on how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors shape business decisions
Gain practical skills through a business simulation
Visit leading companies to see how they implement ESG principles
Network with peers, professors, and global business professionals
As the program lead, Prof. Adrian Zicari, Academic Director, Council on Business & Society brings extensive expertise in Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainable business models. He leads the Council on Business & Society initiatives to develop responsible leaders and has decades of experience in sustainability-focused teaching and research across multiple continents.
Application deadline
31 May 2025
Application Process
Complete the online application form before 31 May 2025 and include the following submissions (in English):
- Copy of university transcripts
- Copy of Bachelor's Diploma (if you have graduated)
- 1-page motivation letter detailing why you want to join the program
- 1-page CV outlining key background information and achievements
- Copy of English test
Exemptions are possible for those who have completed at least 3 years of full-time studies in English at an accredited institution. -
Application Result
- Once you have completed the application, you will be informed by our admission team within 3 weeks.
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Students should pay the program fees within 2 weeks after receiving the admission notice.
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Program Fees:
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SGD 3,900 (Public)
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SGD 1,950 (CoBS & ESSEC-related participants ): Available to students from ESSEC, ESSEC partner universities, and CoBS member schools.
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10% Early Bird/Referral Discount:
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Enjoy a 10% discount when you register before 1 May 2025 or refer a friend to join the program.
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Price includes tea breaks and course activities (excludes lunch, accommodation, and airfare).
Catering:
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Daily tea breaks will be provided during the course; however, participants are responsible for arranging their own lunches.
Housing:
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Accommodations are not provided on campus and participants are responsible for making their own accommodation arrangements.
Special rate offered by Lyf one-north Singapore
We are pleased to offer a special promo code for lyf one-north Singapore, conveniently located just down the road from our campus.
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Promocode: ESSEC2025
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Booking link: https://www.discoverasr.com/en/lyf/singapore/lyf-one-north-singapore
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Non-guaranteed bookings
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Booking window starts from : valid till 31 July 2025
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MLOS: Minimum stay of 2 nights
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Stay period: valid till 31 July 2025
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Daily room rate: SGD 150+ ( SGD 157.83NETT) for One Kind room / SGD 180+ ($188.41NETT) for Level up loft
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation or amendment of reservation must be made at least 7 days prior to arrival date. Failure to do so will incur 1 night rental.
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Please note that ESSEC Asia-Pacific is not affiliated with any specific accommodation provider. Any recommendations offered are for informational purposes only and do not imply an endorsement by the school. ESSEC Asia-Pacific assumes no liability for any issues or disputes that may arise between guests and accommodation providers.
Transportation
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ESSEC Asia-Pacific: 5 Nepal Park, Singapore 139408.
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Circle Line (MRT/Subway)
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Alight and One North MRT station and take Exit B (Portsdown Road)
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Cross the road and walk up Nepal Park (ESSEC is at the end of Nepal Park and you will pass by Unilever on your right as you walk in)
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East-West Line
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Alight at Buona Vista MRT station and head towards North Buona Vista Road (Metropolis/MOE)
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Walk along North Buona Vista Road or take buses 74, 92, 95, 196, 198 or 200 (bus stop 11369) and alight at the next stop which is opposite Anglo-Chinese Junior College
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The stairs behind the bus stop will lead you to the campus
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