Executive Short Program
Sustainable transition management
- Online
- Oct 13 2026
- 4 days
- English
- 3200 €*
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Executive Short Program
Winning strategies for net zero Winning strategies for net zero
Every company and organization, regardless of its industry or location, faces the growing challenges of the
low-carbon economy — from climate and energy risks to emerging opportunities and increasingly strict
regulations.
Whether you are directly responsible for shaping your organization’s strategy or play a key role in driving
it, this program will guide you step by step in building your first decarbonization (or “Net Zero”) strategy —
empowering you to lead the transformation rather than endure it.
Place(s):
Paris – Jouy-en-Josas Campus
Duration:
2 days
Format:
Online
Next start(s):
May 19 2026
Language(s):
English
Cost:
1 600 €*
Objectives
- Understand the mechanisms and implications of climate change, as well as the IPCC and IEA scenarios
- Identify value creation opportunities in the low-carbon transition
- Assess the specific challenges and opportunities for your sector and your organization
- Develop a clear “Net Zero” vision and outline the key steps to achieve it
- Understand, select, and activate the right levers to progress effectively toward your goals
Program
Analyze and understand the global context — including your industry and your company’s specific situation.
Define your time horizon and align your vision, purpose, objectives, and implementation roadmap vision
Measure and quantify your carbon footprint. Redesign business models, forge new alliances, and explore new development paths
Assess your current position, define your destination, and chart your roadmap.
Reflect on your personal role in driving this transformation.
Capitalization
This Executive Short Program is eligible for capitalization towards the certificates:
- Lead Campus – Impact of business and leadership models in Africa
- Lead Campus : Sustainable Leadership in Africa – Advanced Management Program
Profile
Who is this program for? Is it right for you?
Participant Profile
This program is designed for senior executives and management committee members responsible for developing or implementing their organization’s “Net Zero” strategy: CEOs, Managing Directors, CFOs, COOs, Strategy Directors, Board Members, and Sustainability Directors
Prerequisites and Admission Criteria
Demonstrate 5 years of professional experience as an executive, leader, manager, etc.
Faculty
Hélène MUSIKAS
Associate Professor
Take the lead in building a robust strategy: set course for net zero 2050 with tools to reduce your carbon footprint and transform your business.
Jean-Michel GAUTHIER
Professeur HEC
Become the architect of decarbonization and guide your organization toward a sustainable future.
Learning methods & evaluations
The program combines diverse and interactive teaching methods, alternating between theory, case studies, exercises, testimonials, and peer-to-peer learning. You will continuously apply the concepts to your own company and sector, ensuring practical relevance throughout the program. Participants will also have the opportunity to present and discuss their individual strategies with professors and peers. Before the start of the program, each participant will be invited to gather information on their company’s current situation, using a preparatory questionnaire sent approximately six weeks in advance.
Registration
Would you like to register? We invite you to:
1. Complete your registration form on our platform by clicking the button below. It will only take a few minutes.
Registration
2. You will receive a response within 7 days of submitting your application.
This program is accessible for people with disabilities. Please contact us if you have any specific requirements or to obtain the Public Accessibility Register.
Tuition Fees and Funding
The program fee includes tuition and meal costs during training hours (lunch and breaks).
Not included: Dinners (except in specific cases), transportation costs, and accommodation costs (except in specific cases).
Funding Options: Depending on your profile and chosen program, several solutions may be available to you. Visit our funding section for more information.
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*Net price, as HEC Paris is not subject to VAT. The prices indicated may vary depending on the intake dates. When multiple starting dates are available, the price shown corresponds to the first date listed. Program, faculty and course content are also subject to change.
Sandrine MÉRIAN
Program Advisor Sustainability & finance
merian@hec.fr