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HEC Paris MBA's 25 student clubs host diverse extracurricular activities. Camilla Pereira de Souza, President of the Retail and Luxury Club, saw club leadership as pivotal. Despite banking experience, she believed in leveraging clubs for industry insights. Club presidents reflect on leading during ...

Shikha Malhotra's MBA exchange from NUS Business School to HEC Paris offered rich experiences. Despite initial language concerns, she embraced campus life, engaged in vibrant events, and organized insightful sessions. Her journey underscored the value of community involvement and seizing ...

Exploring the essence of luxury, 19 HEC Paris MBA students embarked on a captivating journey through Paris, delving into the inner workings of renowned brands like Hermès and Chanel. From behind-the-scenes store visits to cultural experiences at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum and Palais Garnier, the ...

Reed Hastings, the visionary behind Netflix, shared his leadership insights at HEC Paris, emphasize humility, adaptability, and continuous learning. From teaching in Swaziland to revolutionizing TV, Hastings' journey embodies the spirit of innovation and perseverance in entrepreneurship.

Nicole Pense, MBA ’19, defied expectations by completing her HEC Paris MBA while starting a family, graduating with a job offer from Facebook and an 18-month-old son. Her journey, supported by HEC Paris and her community, highlights the possibility of balancing career aspirations and family life.

The HEC Paris MBA, spanning 50 years, cultivates global leaders. Alumni like Jean-Louis Borloo in politics, Perrine Pelen in sports, Michel Vounatsos in biotech, Patrick Pruniaux in luxury watches, and Barbara Calvi in finance exemplify its transformative impact across diverse industries, shaping a ...

Priya Kumar, an HEC Paris MBA student, aims to combat clothing waste with an online platform for direct donations to charities. Her project earned her a prestigious McKinsey NGWL Award, recognizing her commitment to sustainability and innovation. Priya's journey, from fashion executive to MBA ...

Lab2Biz bridges fundamental research and entrepreneurship by pairing HEC Paris MBA students with University of Paris-Saclay scientists to develop business plans based on real technology. This collaboration, formalized in 2018, cultivates innovative startups, fostering interdisciplinary ...

Liviu Teodorescu, MBA ’19, devised an employee-training program upon becoming deputy general manager of a Malian telecom company to boost staff skills and justify salary increases. Pursuing an MBA at HEC Paris, he aimed to enhance management skills and gain credibility. Liviu secured a position with ...

Three US expats detail why they chose HEC Paris over American MBA programs. Miguel valued cost and campus location near Paris. Shveta appreciated European expansion opportunities and class diversity. Oliver sought cultural immersion and the international program. They praised the affordable living ...