During my HEC Paris MBA journey, I’ve come across a treasured bunch that inspires me and helps me stand back up every time I trip–my gorgeous HEC lady crew. While all of us were already independent, young, and dynamic women before we entered the MBA program, we realized mid-journey that together we’re even stronger and… Continue Reading
Pont Alexandre III in Paris was inagurated in 1900, in time for the World's Fair.
No matter how long you’ve been in France, there’s always something new to discover. Whether it’s wandering the cobblestone streets of an idyllic countryside village, vacationing in a beachfront town surrounded by the emerald-green waters of the Mediterranean, or sipping a cocktail on a terrace surrounded by the magnificent architecture of Paris, it’s hard to… Continue Reading
The MBA’s Women in Leadership Club (WIL) has an events calendar that would make even the most extroverted person jealous. As an example, take one random month in the past year. The club’s social calendar included a guided tour of Paris focused on the city’s inspirational women. Next came an in-person mixer for all MBA… Continue Reading
MBA Programs Dean Andrea Masini kicks off the first meeting of the EPV Circle at HEC Paris
One of the most enticing aspects of entrepreneurship is being your own boss. But being the one at the top doesn’t mean that you need to face the challenges of creating a startup on your own. Developing a strong network keeps novice entrepreneurs focused, motivated and accountable—and can provide everything from positive feedback to deep… Continue Reading
The club's current board includes MBA students (clockwise from left) Katharina Goetzeler, Yingshan Zhou, Amandine Simoni, Rami Fleihan and Ahmed Darwish
In a mere 12 months, the Arts, Media and Entertainment (AME) Club has become a star attraction of the HEC Paris MBA. When France went into lockdown last spring, the then newly formed club kept students’ spirits up – and got their blood pumping and taste buds jumping – with online dance classes and cooking… Continue Reading
As part of our student-led series of events celebrating International Women’s Day 2021, the MBA’s Tech Club recently hosted a roundtable discussion with three female managers – and recent HEC Paris MBA alumnae – about their recommendations for working in tech. Insights (edited for clarity and length) from their eye-opening conversation. It’s an industry where… Continue Reading
One of the most popular groups at the HEC Paris MBA is our Women in Leadership Club. We recently talked with newly elected club President Lalaine Inumerables to hear about upcoming projects and ask her why WIL’s mission resonates so much with students. Hosting impressive speakers has always been a mainstay of the MBA’s Women… Continue Reading
In the months since the Black Lives Matter protests erupted in the United States, some incredibly passionate calls-to-action have rung throughout the world in the fight against racism and discrimination. From Brazil to the UAE, companies, organizations, schools and especially everyday people have been adding their voices to the collective demand for equality for all.… Continue Reading
HEC Paris Dean Eloic Peyrace (center) wears the bleuet with HEC Paris MBA student organizers (from left) Matthieu Paquet, David Rocher, Andrea Gholam & Erwin Bruder
Ever since World War I, the bleuet (cornflower or bachelor’s button in English) has been a French symbol of remembrance. Like the Commonwealth poppy, the bleuet is a hardy flower that flourished in Europe’s devastated battlefields. Its color is reminiscent of the blue uniform worn by young French recruits. Wounded veterans began crafting them out… Continue Reading
While most of us were suffering the dreary days of lockdown, the HEC Paris MBA’s Retail and Luxury Club was busy virtually touring the world. With COVID upending their plans to spend October’s traditional MBA Trek Week in Milan, the club members had the world come to them. The result was the club’s Global Trek… Continue Reading
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