ESCP Celebrates Graduation of MSc Class of 2024 in the UK

Hosted at The Honourable Artillery Company in London, the ceremony brought together 157 graduates, and guests from across the globe — including North and South America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia — highlighting both the School’s multi-campus European model and its role in shaping international talent ready to launch impactful careers in the UK and beyond.

A Globally Diverse, Purpose-Driven Class

Bringing together students from 44 different nationalities, this year’s graduates embody ESCP’s core values of diversity, creativity, and responsible leadership. Throughout their studies, the cohort addressed critical challenges including sustainable energy management, innovation in digital marketing and customer experience, and ethical leadership in digital transformation. Their work reflects the evolving demands of today’s energy sector, marketing and creative industries, and technology-driven business environments.
 

Academic Highlights & Real-World Impact

Benefiting from ESCP’s unique multi-campus model, students studied across both London and Paris campuses, gaining a truly international business perspective. With ESCP’s industry-driven and practical approach to education, they engaged in multiple hands-on projects and interactions with leading companies in their sectors. These included the L’Oréal 'Big Picture' Project, a field trip to the Westmill Wind Farm and Solar Park, and cutting-edge VR soft skills training with Bodyswaps, among others, equipping graduates with the skills to excel in fast-changing, real-world environments.

The Graduation Ceremony

The ceremony featured a line-up of inspiring speakers who offered praise, words of encouragement, and best wishes to the graduating cohort. Guests heard opening remarks from Florence Mele, UK Director of Student and Academic Services; Prof. Kamran Razmdoost, UK Dean of ESCP Business School; and Lord David Gold, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at ESCP London Campus.

Following the introductory speeches, programme directors took the stage to reflect on the cohort’s journey, highlight academic milestones, and share messages of inspiration:

• Prof. Soon Leong – Executive Director, MSc in Energy Management
• Prof. Chloe Preece – Scientific Director, MSc in Marketing & Creativity
• Prof. Alisa Sydow & Prof. Aurélie Cnop – Scientific Directors, MSc in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership

All three speeches were full of reflection and insight, recalling first interactions with students, sharing personal anecdotes, offering guidance on career development and leadership in global industries, and sharing heartfelt wishes for success in today’s fast-evolving international job market.

Recognising Outstanding Students

The ceremony also honoured students' outstanding academic and personal achievements, with inspiring speeches and special recognitions.

Student Representatives - Class of 2024

• MSc in Marketing & Creativity: Alice Jornalo, Maria Zahar, Arunima Jalota & Aayush Gulati
• MSc in Energy Management: Bikramjit Sengupta & Shannon Poon
• MSc in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership: Jorge Pedrozo & Angelo Vitale

Valedictorians - Class of 2024
Welcomed by Prof. Philippe Zarlowski, Associate Dean for MSc Programmes at ESCP Business School, the valedictorian awards were presented to:

• MSc in Marketing & Creativity: Noopur Singhania
• MSc in Energy Management: Bikramjit Sengupta
• MSc in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership: Marie Merveilleux Du Vignaux

Best Thesis Awards - Class of 2024
Introduced by Prof. Marie Taillard, L'Oréal Professor of Creativity Marketing and UK Head of Faculty at ESCP Business School, the best thesis awards were given to:

• MSc in Marketing & Creativity: Alice Jornalo - 'Scents of Purpose: Redefining Luxury Fragrance Through Purpose-Driven Marketing.'
• MSc in Energy Management: Julian Prieto - 'CO2 Emissions Reduction in the Colombian Oil Refining Sector using CST. Feasibility Study on Steam Generation with Concentrated Solar Thermal, replacing Combined Cycle Gas Turbine System.'
• MSc in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership: Kashif Khaleel - 'AI-enabled Change Management: An empirical study.'

Career Pathways & Global Opportunities

As they take their next steps, the Class of 2024 is entering a wide range of industries across the UK and globally. Graduates have secured roles in sectors such as energy transition, consulting, luxury and FMCG marketing, digital strategy, technology, and sustainability. Early data shows strong employability, with graduates joining top firms and startups across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

Hear from our graduates:
 

As the Class of 2024 joins ESCP’s 85,000-strong alumni network, they carry forward not just knowledge and skills, but a mission: to lead with impact, integrity, creativity and boldness in a fast-changing world that demands responsible and innovative leadership.

Congratulations to the graduates of MEM, MMK, and MDT — this is only the beginning. We look forward to seeing you grow and become industry leaders in your international careers.

It all starts here!