ESCP 2025 Visions: Campus Deans Share Their Aspirations for the New Year

►Our goals for 2025…

ESCP Berlin Campus will continue to grow in 2025, and this growth will be supported by the planning and initiation of a significant campus expansion.

►How we are preparing for the future of business education…

Future business leaders will need to possess knowledge and skills in business analytics. Environmental sustainability, human diversity, and respect for humanity have also become top priorities. In the coming years, our teaching approach will integrate both human and analytical perspectives into each course, programme, and lecture.

►The lessons I'm taking into 2025...

ESCP Berlin Campus’s outstanding academic and administrative staff deserve credit for everything we accomplished in 2024. Both individual employees and teams consistently surpassed expectations, reflecting ESCP’s strong foundation in a distinct set of professional and personal values. As a leader, I want to cultivate and protect this culture.

►My message to the ESCP community…

ESCP Business School shapes students' minds, and the ESCP mindset fosters a sense of community that extends well beyond graduation and never truly ends. I want to remind everyone of this community's powerful force and invite you to continue contributing to its success in the future.

►Our goals for 2025…

In 2025, we will finalise the campus vision, mission, and strategy for 2026–2030. Our primary goal is to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and progressive education and research.

Following our attainment of UK Degree Awarding Powers in 2024, we will ensure our programmes comply with requirements while innovating and enhancing our curriculum.

We also plan to expand our portfolio with new offerings, including the Executive Master in Luxury Transformation and Leadership and a London-based PhD programme. We will also continue developing specialisations such as specialisations in Asset Management and Responsible Leadership in the Master in Management programme and a specialisation in Trading and Investment in the Bachelor in Management programme.

We look forward to finalising the design and execution plan of the 10-year Master Plan, which will extend the London Campus estate and facilities to meet the School’s needs over the next decade.

Engaging with the local business ecosystem will also be a priority in 2025 as the London Campus looks to join the UK Small Business Charter and participate in the UK Apprenticeship Levy scheme.

►How we are preparing for the future of business education…

2025 will require further shifts toward multidisciplinary education and the development of leadership competencies. Global business challenges increasingly demand the integration of knowledge across disciplines.

ESCP London Campus’s Executive Master in Future Energy, Master in Management (MiM) Energy Transition & Sustainability specialisation and the Specialised Master in Energy Management are prime examples of embedding sustainability at the core of these programmes.

In addition to multidisciplinary education, future leaders must develop meta-competencies such as critical and strategic thinking, the ability to inspire positively and influence effectively, creativity, and a solid understanding of emerging trends like AI and geopolitical shifts.

We also plan to expand our educational activities to start-ups and SMEs, creating an ecosystem of businesses interacting with ESCP and our London Campus.

►The lessons I'm taking into 2025...

Higher education, especially business education and research, is a challenging space. While our multi-campus model offers significant advantages, it also adds operational complexity.

There are many areas where we must rethink and reimagine our approaches, necessitating positive thinking and collaboration. I am committed to creating the opportunities and spaces for these exchanges, fostering a culture of enthusiasm for our mission.

►My message to the ESCP community…

Let's make 2025 another memorable year. Together, let's embrace happiness in what we do and strengthen our connections with each other. By understanding each other better, we can cultivate not only new friendships but also new ways of thinking.

►Our goals for 2025…

In 2025, we aim to further strengthen the ESCP community in Spain by deepening our collaboration with the Alumni Association and the Alumni Committee in Madrid. Expanding our company network, developed by our Careers Department, is also a key priority to provide more opportunities for students and alumni while enhancing our partnerships.

We’re dedicated to maintaining and improving our standings in the Financial Times rankings, where we currently hold standout positions including:

• #1 Master in Finance worldwide
• #2 Executive MBA worldwide
• #6 Master in Management worldwide
• #5 European Business School

We will also fortify our status as a hub for purpose-driven entrepreneurship and innovation in Europe through our European Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystem (3EI). This will create even more impactful opportunities for students, alumni, and partners to collaborate and innovate.

Moreover, we will focus on securing a unified campus that embodies the excellence and ambition of ESCP Madrid while building greater brand awareness through impactful events and sustained academic quality. Fostering a sense of community and inclusivity remains at the heart of everything we do.

►How we are preparing for the future of business education…

Personalised learning experiences powered by technology and AI will be a game-changer for business education. At the Madrid Campus, we’re preparing by integrating adaptive learning tools and platforms into our programmes to offer tailored learning paths.

We are also leveraging these technologies to enhance career services, mentorship, and networking initiatives, ensuring that students and alumni are equipped to navigate a rapidly evolving global business landscape.

►The lessons I'm taking into 2025...

Through partnerships with alumni, industry leaders, and our global network, we have seen how a shared vision and teamwork create lasting impact. As a leader, I’ve learned the value of balancing tradition with innovation—honouring our legacy while embracing new approaches to meet the evolving needs of our students and stakeholders.

►My message to the ESCP community…

This year, let’s strengthen the bonds that connect us—students, alumni, faculty, and partners alike. Together, we are shaping a future where education, opportunity, and innovation lead to meaningful impact. Your commitment and drive inspire us to strive for excellence every day. Let’s make 2025 a year of shared success and celebration.

►Our goals for 2025…

In 2025, the Paris Campus will continue to assert its position as the heart of ESCP’s global ecosystem. My priority is to amplify our impact in three key areas: academic innovation, sustainability, and urban integration.

With over 200 years of history in the vibrant city of Paris, our campus serves as a hub where tradition meets audacity. We will explore new programmes that intersect business and the humanities, encourage cross-disciplinary thinking, and deepen our commitment to shaping future leaders equipped to tackle the complexities of a rapidly evolving world.

We will also reinforce our role as a laboratory for sustainable urban initiatives, collaborating with local communities and businesses to ensure that our presence contributes meaningfully to the city. From enhancing green spaces to reducing our carbon footprint, our ambition is clear: to be a living example of responsible leadership.

►How we are preparing for the future of business education…

One word: speed. In an era where trends emerge and evolve at lightning speed, adaptability is key. Students today must learn how to keep up but also thrive in this fast-paced environment.

At the Paris Campus, we are responding by embedding agility into our pedagogy, combining flexible learning pathways, AI-driven simulations, and a renewed focus on lifelong learning. Our goal is to prepare students to think critically, act decisively, and lead boldly, no matter what challenges lie ahead.

►The lessons I'm taking into 2025...

If 2024 taught me one thing, it’s that great leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about asking the right questions. Whether navigating complex challenges or embracing unexpected opportunities, I witnessed the power of curiosity and collaboration in action.

As leaders, we must embrace uncertainty as an invitation to grow and innovate. I intend to champion this mindset in 2025.

►My message to the ESCP community…

Paris has always been a city that celebrates bold ideas and creative disruption—and so should we. Let’s make 2025 a year where we dare to think differently, challenge the status quo, and lead with both passion and purpose. Together, let’s transform challenges into opportunities and write the next chapter of ESCP’s extraordinary story.

Our goals for 2025…

In 2025, my primary objective for the ESCP Turin Campus is to strengthen its position as a leading centre for research and education while continuing to grow our programmes, student body, faculty, and staff.

Having moved into our new campus only a few months ago, it has already become a true home for our community. The vibrant and energetic atmosphere in the corridors and classrooms fosters a culture of learning and collaboration. My current priority is to complete and fully equip the cafeteria, transforming it into a multifunctional space where students can eat, relax, collaborate on projects, and host events.

How we are preparing for the future of business education…

The integration of artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping teaching and learning methods. At the ESCP Turin Campus, we are embedding AI-driven tools into our curricula, with a particular focus on data literacy and ethical AI practices.

Additionally, we are investing in the professional development of our faculty and staff to ensure they can effectively leverage these technologies.

The lessons I'm taking into 2025...

2024 was marked by transformation and progress. At the ESCP Turin Campus, highlights included the inauguration of our new campus, the launch of the Master of Science (MSc) in Luxury Management, and hosting the prestigious Financial Management Association International (FMA) conference.

The key lesson I took from 2024 is the vital importance of adaptability in both leadership and education, alongside the power of teamwork. Empowering teams to innovate and respond to challenges has proven the best way to build resilience.

My message to the ESCP community…

As we enter 2025, my message is clear: embrace change, prioritise excellence, and remain steadfast in our shared commitment to innovation and impact. Together, we will shape the future of education, respond to new challenges, and strengthen our global influence. Your passion and dedication form the foundation of our shared success.