EDHEC Business SCHOOL
City | Country |
Nice | France |
EDHEC Business School was founded in 1906 by industrialists in northern France. Since then, it has focused on using business to benefit society. Today, the school continues this mission with its "Générations 2050" plan (2024-2028), aimed at preparing future generations.
EDHEC is one of the top 10 business schools in Europe, known for its excellent education, strong business connections, and focus on modern topics like AI, sustainable finance, and diversity. It operates as a non-profit and is guided by various governance bodies to maintain its vision.
Rankings & Accreditations
- 7th in Europe (Financial Times, 2022)
- 11th worldwide for Master in Management (Financial Times, 2023)
- 3rd worldwide for MSc in Strategy, Organization, and Consulting (The Economist, 2021)
- 6th worldwide for Master in Finance (Financial Times, 2024)
Key Figures
- 9,400 students (2024)
- 35% international students (from 110 countries)
- €15M research budget
- 175 professors and researchers
- 55,000+ alumni from 130 nationalities
Campuses & Programs
EDHEC has five campuses: Lille, Nice, Paris, London, and Singapore, plus two entrepreneurship hubs in Paris (Station F) and Roubaix (Jean Arnault Campus).
The school offers various programs, including:
- Undergraduate: EDHEC International BBA
- Graduate: Master in Management (MiM) and MSc
- Online Programs: 100% digital degrees via EDHEC Online
- Executive Education: Global MBA, EMBA, PhD in Finance, and custom programs
History & Growth
- Founded in 1906 as part of HEI Lille
- Became EDHEC in 1951
- Officially recognized by the French government in 1971
- Now among Europe’s top 15 business schools
EDHEC is a global institution that prepares students to lead in business and innovation, with strong industry ties and a commitment to excellence.