EM Strasbourg Business School

EM Strasbourg Business School
Name	EM Strasbourg Business School
Native name	École de Management de Strasbourg
Established	1919
Type	Grande école
City	Strasbourg
Country	France

EM Strasbourg Business School is a French grande école located in Strasbourg, Alsace. Founded in 1919, it is affiliated with the University of Strasbourg and positioned within the cross-border region near the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, and international institutions. The school emphasizes multilingual management, international mobility, and links with European and global networks such as the Conférence des Grandes Écoles and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business accreditation landscape.

History

The institution traces roots to post-World War I reconstruction in 1919, contemporary with the expansion of higher education in France and the institutional growth that produced entities like the University of Strasbourg and regional schools in Alsace. Over decades it interacted with national reforms such as the creation of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles and the development of the French higher education system. During the late 20th century it forged ties with international partners including Erasmus Programme networks and bilateral links resembling agreements between the University of Strasbourg and universities like University College London, Humboldt University of Berlin, Universidade de São Paulo, and Istanbul University. The school adapted to European integration milestones such as the Treaty of Maastricht and cooperation proximate to the European Parliament in Strasbourg and Council of Europe initiatives, aligning curricula to Bologna Process directives and global accreditation trends exemplified by institutions such as London Business School and INSEAD.

Campus and Facilities

The campus sits in Strasbourg near landmarks like the Strasbourg Cathedral and the Petite France quarter, positioned for interaction with institutions such as the European Court of Human Rights and the Council of Europe. Facilities include lecture halls, multilingual libraries comparable to holdings at the University of Strasbourg and study spaces modeled on European business schools like the HEC Paris campus and the ESCP Business School urban campuses. Research units maintain labs and centers that collaborate with local actors such as the Bas-Rhin departmental authorities, regional chambers like the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Strasbourg, and cross-border bodies including the Regio Basiliensis and Upper Rhine Conference. Student services coordinate internships and placements with companies ranging from regional firms to multinationals such as Schneider Electric and Siemens, and recruitment events feature partners like EY, Deloitte, KPMG, and PwC.

Academic Programs

Programs span undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, with offerings patterned after European models seen at Bocconi University and ESADE. Degrees include Bachelor programs, Masters in Management (Grande École Programme), specialized MSc tracks, MBA formats, and doctoral pathways linked to doctoral schools of the University of Strasbourg and research consortia similar to CentraleSupélec-linked networks. Curricula emphasize languages and cross-cultural management in alignment with frameworks used by institutions such as Sorbonne University and the University of Mannheim. Double degrees and exchange tracks exist with partner universities like University of Warwick, University of St. Gallen, National University of Singapore, Kyoto University, University of Toronto, and University of Melbourne. Professional education includes executive courses and continuing education comparable to offerings at Columbia Business School and IE Business School.

Research and Rankings

Research units focus on areas linked to European business studies, corporate governance, cross-border trade, innovation, and sustainability, contributing to journals and conferences associated with organizations such as the European Foundation for Management Development and the Academy of Management. The school’s research output is compared in regional and national rankings alongside institutions like NEOMA Business School, EMLYON Business School, and Grenoble Ecole de Management. Research collaborations include partnerships with public research organizations like the CNRS, local research centers at the University of Strasbourg, and international teams connected to universities such as University of Cambridge and University of Oxford. Rankings reference international indicators similar to those used by Financial Times, The Economist, and national assessments from the Ministry of Higher Education and Research (France).

Partnerships and Internationalization

Internationalization is central, with exchange agreements under frameworks like the Erasmus Programme and strategic partnerships with institutions such as University of California, Berkeley, McGill University, Tsinghua University, and Technische Universität München. The school participates in networks such as the Conférence des Grandes Écoles, AACSB-aligned activities, and European consortia involving the European University Association. It conducts joint programs and research with corporate partners and regional stakeholders including Renault, Airbus, Allianz, and cross-border economic bodies like the Upper Rhine Conference.

Student Life and Associations

Student life features associations, clubs, and events modeled on continental student governance traditions seen at Sciences Po and Università Bocconi. Associations cover entrepreneurship, finance, consulting, cultural exchange, and sports, with career fairs similar to those hosted by Skema Business School and networking events linking students to employers such as Accenture, Capgemini, and LVMH. Multilingual and multicultural activities leverage Strasbourg’s international milieu near institutions like the European Parliament and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia legacy institutions.

Notable Alumni and Faculty

Alumni and faculty have engaged in roles across European institutions, corporate leadership, academia, and public service, interacting with organizations such as the European Commission, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, and private sector firms like BNP Paribas and Société Générale. Faculty collaborations include scholars who have published with colleagues at INSEAD, London School of Economics, and HEC Paris, and alumni have pursued careers at institutions like World Bank, International Monetary Fund, European Central Bank, and multinational corporations including TotalEnergies and Orange.

Category:Business schools in France Category:Education in Strasbourg