Executive Master
Luxury Transformation & Leadership (EMLUX)

Executive Master
Luxury Transformation & Leadership (EMLUX)

Overview

Key Facts

• A flexible, 15-month, part-time executive programme with the options of 100% online or blended learning, allowing participants to combine their studies with a full-time job
• It is designed for professionals with at least five years of working experience and a bachelor’s degree who want to launch or accelerate their careers in the luxury industry.
• Active learning experience delivered with state-of-the-art tools
• Three immersive international seminars (available for the blended option) provide a unique global and multi-technology perspective.
• Taught entirely in English
• Integrated Capstone Project
• Delivered by world-renowned faculty and industry practitioners
• Our 85,000+-strong alumni offer excellent networking opportunities.

Two ways to study

Executive Master
Luxury Transformation & Leadership (EMLUX)

Curriculum

15-month part-time, online or blended

Key Facts

• Three Core Pillars: The curriculum is structured around three core themes: Management Excellence, Innovative Technology, and Responsible Leadership, preparing participants to navigate the evolving luxury landscape while driving sustainable growth.
• Immersive Flexible Learning: Combine online study with face-to-face seminars in London, Paris, and Dubai, offering a comprehensive and adaptable educational experience. This structure allows participants to balance their studies with professional commitments.
• Global Network: Connect with peers and industry leaders worldwide, expanding your professional network within the luxury sector.
• Real-World Impact: Through case studies, industry insights, and a Capstone Project, participants tackle real-world challenges in the luxury sector, applying learning directly within their organisations to build career-ready expertise.

Each course typically spans a month through asynchronous (6 hrs), and live sessions are split into two formats: interactive lecture sessions (3 hrs) and practical workshops (3 hrs). There are 18 courses plus the capstone project, totalling up to 220 hrs.

Programme Core Topics

EMLux is built around three core themes that reflect the future of the luxury industry:

• Management Excellence: Master the principles of luxury brand management, including strategy, marketing, and operational excellence. Learn how to lead teams and organisations with a clear vision, balancing profitability with brand prestige.
• Innovative Technology: Explore the cutting-edge technologies transforming the luxury industry. From AI-driven customer experiences to blockchain in supply chains, participants will learn how to leverage digital innovations to enhance luxury offerings.
• Responsible Leadership: Sustainability is now a critical concern in luxury. This theme focuses on building leadership skills that incorporate ethical decision-making, corporate responsibility, and sustainable business models, ensuring participants lead with integrity.

The Capstone Project

The Capstone Project is the culmination of the EMLux programme, allowing participants to apply their learning to a real-world business challenge.

Participants will work individually or in teams to solve a strategic issue facing a luxury brand or organisation, incorporating insights from management, technology, and leadership. This hands-on experience is an opportunity to showcase your ability to drive transformation within the luxury sector and deliver practical solutions.

Capstone highlights

• Tackle a real-world luxury business challenge
• Present solutions to industry experts and faculty
• Gain valuable feedback and build a portfolio of strategic leadership skills

Executive Master
Luxury Transformation & Leadership (EMLUX)

Profile

Who is the Programme Designed For?

EMLux is designed for ambitious professionals with at least five years of work experience who aspire to lead transformation in the luxury sector.

Whether you are currently working in the industry or aiming to transition into luxury, this programme is for anyone seeking to enhance their strategic and leadership capabilities while embracing the latest technologies and sustainable business practices.

Ideal candidates include

• Mid-level to senior executives in luxury, fashion, and related sectors
• Entrepreneurs and innovators with an interest in the luxury business
• Managers leading digital transformation and sustainability initiatives in their luxury sector companies
• Professionals looking to pivot into leadership roles within the luxury ecosystem

Executive Master
Luxury Transformation & Leadership (EMLUX)

Admission

Admission Requirements

EMLux is designed for ambitious professionals with at least five years of work experience who aspire to lead transformation in the luxury sector.

*For non-native English speakers, we require the following minimum scores: TOEFL: 100; IELTS: band 7. If you are a non-native English speaker who has previously studied or worked for more than two years in an English-speaking country, you are exempt from providing one of these. You will, however, have to be assessed by the selection committee during your admission interview.

Admissions procedure

Executive Master
Luxury Transformation & Leadership (EMLUX)

Fees

Fees

• Tuition for the programme is set for the 2025 intake
• There is a non-refundable application fee of €250 for all applicants
• Tuition fees are subject to change by the 1st August of each year

Scholarships

We offer six categories of scholarships to participants entering the EMLUX in 2025.

These are available for the following participant categories

1. Future Luxury Leaders Scholarship
   Scholarship for high-potential individuals who aspire to leadership roles in the luxury sector.
   Eligibility: Candidates with a proven interest in luxury, demonstrated through past projects, work experience, or academic achievements in related fields.
2. Sustainability in Luxury Scholarship
   Candidates with experience or a demonstrated commitment to sustainability in luxury, such as circular fashion and eco-friendly initiatives.
   Eligibility: Professionals or entrepreneurs in the luxury sector committed to integrating sustainability into business models.
3. Women in Luxury Leadership Scholarship
   Women candidates in leadership roles within the luxury industry can demonstrate high potential for progression in their organisations.
   Eligibility: Women with leadership potential and a track record in luxury, fashion, or design sectors.
4. Diversity in Luxury Scholarship
   Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, particularly from emerging luxury markets or diverse cultural/ethnic groups.
   Eligibility: Professionals who can bring unique perspectives on transformation and leadership to the global luxury industry.
5. Entrepreneurship in Luxury Innovation Scholarship
   Entrepreneurs or startup founders with innovative business ideas in the luxury industry.
   Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate entrepreneurial experience or innovative contributions in sectors like tech, fashion, or luxury services.
6. Emerging Markets Luxury Leadership Scholarship
   Candidates from developing economies or rapidly growing luxury markets (e.g., Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia).
   Eligibility: Applicants who have worked in or wish to develop luxury brands in these regions.
7. Career Transition in Luxury Scholarship
   Mid-career professionals are looking to transition into leadership roles within the luxury sector.
   Eligibility: Individuals with a solid managerial or leadership background in other industries seeking to apply their skills to the luxury market.
8. Alumni Impact Scholarship
   ESCP Alumni who are looking to upskill or pivot into the luxury sector.
   Eligibility: Alumni who have demonstrated impact in their respective fields and wish to apply those skills to luxury leadership.