M1: general management phase

The course is designed as a first approach to company law. Students will discover the basic structure and ideology driving the corporation, its actors and the mechanisms that allow its operation. 

Capital Structure and Corporate Valuation 

This course provides an introduction to data science and opens the “blackbox” of artificial intelligence (AI), with a focus on (i) machine learning, (ii) some coding skills, (iii) and using both to address business and societal objectives. Specifically, the course focuses on the following topics:  

1) Elements of machine learning will be studied; 

2) Some coding skills in Python will be provided; 

3) The course will be a hands-on course and real (readily available) data sets will be used." 

This course provides an introduction to finance. In the first part of the course the emphasis is on time value of money and its applications, including investment decisions. The second part of the course is devoted to portfolio theory and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM).  

The course is an introduction to Financial Accounting & Corporate Reporting designed for business students with the assumption that the knowledge of a unique accounting system (the US, the UK or the French one) is not sufficient. The main purpose of this course is to deal with the measurement of value created (and value creation from the point of view of outside decisionmakers) and the use of financial accounting information. The course also offers a discussion of sustainability performance around the concept of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors. 

This course will introduce you to the valuation of financial contracts and the markets in which they trade.  You will learn how to value stocks, bonds, forwards, futures, and options and how these instruments are used by corporations: to raise capital in stock and bond markets (including the differences in the ESG- versus non-ESG stock valuations, ESG- vs non-ESG-bond pricing), to forecast economic outcomes (including political outcomes), to manage various risks (including climate-change related risks: (temperature change, rain- or snow-fall risks, water-shortage risks).

The objective of this course is to review the main issues, concepts and methodologies in Operations and Supply Chain management.   

In today’s open and complex world, the “human side” of business is increasing critical. This is the focus of Organizational Behavior (OB), an interdisciplinary field drawing on anthropology, sociology, economics, psychology, and political science. In this course, we will explore what people do, think, and feel in organizational contexts and how leaders can unlock the full potential of individuals, teams, and organizations.  

This course aims to develop students’ capacity to select and structure management accounting information necessary to evaluate alternative courses of action, calculate costs and facilitate planning and control systems. It is designed to enable students to translate typical management situations into accounting terms by applying costing techniques and reasoning methods that can be mobilized for management decisions. Specifically, the course covers different types of costs, different methods of cost analysis and their relevance to decision-making, and budgeting techniques and practices. 

Consisting of two integrated parts, this course first guides students through the essentials of marketing management (Part 1: Strategic Marketing)—placing an emphasis on how to segment and target customers based on sustainable customer value. Then, students will learn key concepts of data analysis intended to shape and implement data-driven and evidence-based marketing programs (Part 2: Marketing Science).  

The objective of this course is to review the main concepts, methods and tools which are used in the strategy analysis, formulation and implementation processes, identify the business situations in which they can be applied most effectively, as well as understand the limitations of the various approaches.) 

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING 

“Business judgment” is one of the most important qualities in management, but also an elusive concept. This course provides an introduction to business judgment and decision making, grounded in cognitive science and social psychology. Its aim is to encourage critical thinking about the quality of decisions and to equip students with practical tools for better decision making in business and in life.

ACCOUNTING 2 - IFRS

Based on all the knowledge and skills acquired before (accounting, finance, law), this course is about many aspects of the preparation and communication of accounting and financial information in listed companies, under IFRS standards: accounting for assets, consolidation, equity transactions and ESG reporting

ADVANCED FINANCE

The course covers theory and applications on the following topics: portfolio management, market efficiency, trading and market making, adverse selection, scoring in credit and insurance markets, AI and discrimination, climate risk, sustainable finance, banking crises

COMPTABILITE 2 - IFRS (course in French)

Building on the knowledge acquired in the third year (accounting, finance, law), this course addresses various aspects of the preparation and communication of accounting and financial information under the IFRS framework: asset recognition, consolidation, equity transactions, and ESG reporting.

STRATEGIC PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Achieving and maintaining a competitive advantage requires more than strategic insights and leadership. Successful managers need to understand performance measurement and control systems more generally to drive strategy throughout the organization

INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE AND IMPACT FINANCE

The objective of this elective is to introduce students to the essential concepts in sustainable and impact finance, particularly through the lens of investing. Topics covered include sustainable investing in public and private markets, sustainable debt, engagement, regulation, measurement and disclosure of impact. The class uses case studies and guest speakers to ground the material in real challenges that investors and businesses face in incorporating sustainability concerns into finance. By the end of the course, students should have a practical understanding of how sustainability integrates into various facets of finance, and the tools to do further research into the topic

INNOVATION AND COMPETITION

Innovation is a key driver of economic growth and social progress. Public policy should thus aim at promoting an environment favorable to R&D and innovation. Meanwhile, successful innovation comes along with market power, and public policy should ensure that rewarding innovation does not come at the expense of consumers, or of future innovation

BUSINESS ANALYTICS USING PYTHON 

With the integration of social media with businesses, there have emerged new data analytical needs involving unstructured data, especially textual data like online product reviews, Twitter/Facebook messages, transcripts of phone call logs. In this course, we will learn about some of the new analytical needs that businesses have and how we can solve them using Python programming 

BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCIES

Blockchains are distributed ledgers. We will describe the main blockchain protocols (proof of work and proof of stake) and use game theory to analyze if blockchain participants can achieve consensus. We will also study cryptocurrencies and, using the tools of monetary theory, analyze how cryptocurrencies can be useful and valuable

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS USING BAYESIAN APPROACHES

This course introduces basic statistical analysis using Bayesian methods. Bayesian approaches have become very popular in the past two decades in part because of computational and modeling advances through Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) methods. With their conceptual appeal, and nowadays freely available software, Bayesian approaches can be expected to be more and more present in academic literature

BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS 

Behavioral economics uses methods and insights from psychology in order to better understand the way people make decisions. The course proposes an overview of its main results and notions, hence providing a toolbox for analyzing an economic or social question from a behavioral perspective and developing behavioral responses 

INNOVATION AND DIGITALIZATION IN FINANCE (LEVEL 1)   

This course explores the digital transformation of finance and its impact on various areas, including corporate finance, market finance, trade finance, and financial services. It covers blockchain technology, big data, HFT, RPA and other disruptive technologies 

FINANCIAL MODELING - BUSINESS PLAN (course in French)

This course allows you to learn how to create a business plan for a startup. It allows you to review the accounting concepts seen in L3 in order to apply them concretely on Excel and to draw “business” conclusions for an entrepreneurial project.

PRACTICAL LEVERS TO BOOST BUSINESS PERFORMANCE

Using a competitive business simulation as a backbone, this hands-on course confronts the students with frequent operating issues, makes them identify levers to boost performance and reminds them of some fundamental Corporate Finance tools useful to monitor performance and forecast possible future achievements

MICROECONOMICS

This course provides an introduction to principles of economic thinking that are essential to understand the world as citizens and to take better decisions. It highlights when and why markets fail (eg, climate change), and the various instruments that policy-makers can use as remedies

ASSET MANAGEMENT

This course presents an overview of the approaches and techniques used by asset owners and portfolio managers to manage money. The course will focus on the application of financial theory to the topics of asset management from a practitioner’s point of view

ENTREPRENEURSHIP & VENTURE CAPITAL

This elective course, Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital, provides a practical overview of venture capital financing, focusing on the conventions and practices in the United States and globally. Designed for the aspiring entrepreneur and the aspiring venture capitalist, the course covers the essential aspects of the venture capital ecosystem: how significant business opportunities are identified and turned into high-growth scalable companies; what frameworks are used to evaluate potential investment opportunities; how different venture capital strategies are deployed; how the entrepreneur and the venture capitalist’s incentives align (or misalign)

ECONOMIC INTELLIGENCE

The ability for companies to obtain "the right information, at the right time, and to disseminate it to the right person" provides a major competitive advantage. Conversely, knowing how to protect oneself is also essential, as informational predatory actions have become common (economic espionage, hacking, hostile actions from competitors, etc.).

STRUCTURED FINANCE

This course is an introduction to non-recourse financing techniques and asset-based lending. It provides a detailed overview of leveraged buyouts, project finance, asset finance and securitization

VALUATION OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Financial institutions face solvency constraints to protect their clients’ cash and to prevent systemic crises. These constraints are included in the valuation process and in the analysis of M&A deals when banks and / or insurance companies are involved. These topics, combined with the analysis of banks and insurance companies’ accounts, are at the very heart of this course

INTRODUCTION TO PRIVATE EQUITY

If you are considering a career as an investor, a manager, or an advisor, and want to know more about private equity (“PE”), this is for you! Taught by a passionate HEC alumnus with 20 years of experience, the course provides an overview of PE as a business, how to assess and structure an investment, how to create value, and how to get a job at a PE firm

BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS

The course provides an introduction to business and human rights (BHR) through a series of concrete examples and testimonies from practitioners. The course is deeply rooted in some of the most pressing global challenges such as the elimination of child labour and forced labour (SDG 8.7) and articulated with the “BHR” framework: UNGPs, responsible business conduct, mandatory human rights due diligence

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION MANAGEMENT

How to manage organizations to build inclusive and meritocratic environments where all the best talents want to work? What does it mean to be an inclusive leader? This Elective will deliver keynote speakers, fact-based perspectives and team work on diversity, inclusion, gender equality, inclusive leadership and D&I management

GOVERNANCE AND FINANCING IN SPORTS: STAKEHOLDERS IN THE SPORTS WORLD 

The objective of this elective is to understand the functioning, governance, and financing of sports, as well as the various professions within the sports industry, using the specific example of sports federations. Through a practical case study, students will explore the world of sports, its stakeholders, and its organization.

COMPARATIVE CORPORATE AND SECURITIES LAW: A CHINESE CAPITAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

This course, Comparative Corporate and Securities Law, examines key issues in corporate governance and securities regulation through a comparative approach, focusing on the unique dynamics of the Chinese capital market. Students will explore core topics such as director duties, shareholder rights, IPO regulations, and insider trading by comparing legal principles across common law and civil law jurisdictions. This comparative framework aims to deepen students' understanding of global corporate practices, with particular insights into China's regulatory environment

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW (course in French)

Intellectual property organizes, values ​​and protects individual and collective creation both in its economic aspects and in its social function. It ranges from the law of the classic process of artistic creation to the technological industrialization of intellectual productions

LABOR LAW (course in French)

At the heart of individual and collective labor relations is the contract; it concerns both employers and employees. But also all legal subjects: students, job seekers, retirees, social partners. And political leaders. Natural and legal persons

INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC LAW (course in French)

The introduction to public law provides a comprehensive overview of the main branches of domestic and international public law. The knowledge base corresponds to the requirements of administrative exams. The course mainly aims to develop an administrative culture and legal reasoning skills to understand the current challenges of public action, both for careers in the public sector and for positions in the private sector related to public institutions.

LAW AND EUROPEAN ECONOMIC POLICIES

This course aims at uncovering the role of corporates within the diverse set of policy domains and public goals. The course cuts across different fields of public policies, with emphasis given to the legal and economic context as well as the interaction between business, rules and policy goals

UNDERSTANDING EUROPEAN POLICY: BUSINESS LEGAL AND GEOPOLITICAL PERSPECTIVES

This course will give participants the opportunity to develop expertise on EU energy policy and its implications for the industry. It will provide essential tools to understand the transition of the energy sector in a European and global context

THE NEW SPACE: A UNIVERSE OF OPPORTUNITIES

Spatial Anthropology and Digital Anthropology study humanity's relationship with the spatial environment and with a "connected" Space: the New Space. This entrepreneurial matrix is no longer solely dependent on public power but increasingly driven by private companies. As an international domain now more accessible than in the past, New Space is also a theater for dreams—such as human expansion beyond Earth, space resource exploitation, and permanent human settlement on the Moon. However, it is primarily a field of industrial activities, including rocket launches, satellite operations, observations, explorations, scientific research, and the accelerated development of start-ups, thereby creating new professions. Today, both states and private companies are actively involved in developing the scientific, industrial, and economic complex of New Space. This dynamic transformation is reshaping the nature, culture, society, geopolitics, and future of the space sector.

MIDDLE EASTERN CONFLICTS IN A STRATEGIC PERSPECTIVE

The Middle East, with its unique strategic features and human characteristics, is a source of recurrent crises which necessitate international intervention to prevent them from degenerating into wider conflicts. To complete the traditional explanations for these crises based on history, politics, and socio-economic factors, the course will use the tools of security studies, a set of concepts and practices related to security strategy, crisis management, and coercive diplomacy

THE EUROPEAN UNION AND GEOPOLITICS: LEGAL, ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL CHALLENGES

The course aims at making students familiar with the European acting and responding to geopolitical challenges of economic, military, and technological natures. Emphasis is given on how the EU internally works and how this impacts the EU’s ability to be a relevant geopolitical actor. Legal framework is discussed in conjunction with economic implications

TRUMP-WORLD 2.0: ANALYZING THE RETURN TO POWER & IMPACTS OF A NEW TERM

This course offers an in-depth examination of Donald Trump’s second term, focusing on the immediate effects of his policies on both U.S. domestic affairs and international relations. Over six weeks, students will analyze the defining aspects of Trump’s leadership in areas such as trade, foreign relations, and geopolitical strategy, as well as the factors that contributed to the Republican Party’s successful return to power. The course also critically examines the Democratic Party’s challenges and explores potential strategies for the opposition over the next four years. By engaging with case studies, debates, and forecasting exercises, students will develop skills in political analysis, predictive evaluation, and strategic thinking, culminating in a nuanced understanding of how Trump’s re-election shapes the future of American politics and its global interactions

CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION           

The hyper-media environment (social networks, numerous websites, continuous news channels, etc.) has significantly increased the risk of crises for companies. Knowing how to manage them, particularly through effective communication, has become a vital necessity for all managers.

INTERNATIONAL MARKETING            

This course on International Marketing covers the specificities of marketing on the global stage, intercultural management, and strategies for product and service management, pricing, and communication. It includes six sessions with group discussions, homework assignments analyzing the marketing strategies of renowned companies, and guest speakers sharing their experiences. The evaluation is based on active participation, group homework, and a final exam on a real business case 

MARKETING AND BRAND MANAGEMENT IN A DIGITAL AND SUSTAINABLE WORLD

This course revisits the principles of brand and marketing in a digital world and at a time when businesses must operate responsibly and sustainably, walking the talk on ESG commitments. You will understand what’s a brand, why it matters, how brands differentiate, how to develop a marketing strategy, and the golden rules of influence.

INVENTING BRANDS OF THE FUTURE

People wouldn't care if 73% of brands disappeared tomorrow. And yet, every day, consumers embrace new brands born of the technological revolutions that are redefining our daily consumption, from Netflix and Amazon to Uber and Airbnb. This course aims to give you the keys to building the most powerful brands of tomorrow

POLITICS, CRISES, COMMUNICATION (course in French)

Ukraine, attacks, climate change, retirement, economic depression, how can we understand the changes in political communication in a world in permanent crises? From the study of concrete cases of contemporary crises, we will learn together the fundamentals of modern communication.

SHAKESPEARE'S ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA

“Age cannot wither her, nor custom stale / Her infinite variety” wrote Shakespeare about one of his greatest creations: Cleopatra. We could say the same about Shakespeare himself. His mastery of language and perception of human psychology are boundless and unmatched. In this elective, you will study Shakespeare’s late great play, Antony and Cleopatra: a tale of passion, politics and power in a globalized world. It also contains some of the most beautiful poetry ever written

A JOURNEY THROUGH THE HISTORY OF CINEMA (course in French)

Better understand a cinematic "School" and Genre and their relationship with History (Expressionism; Western), as well as the work of a filmmaker (Demy, Tati, or Ozu, depending on students' choice), through an illustrated course (film excerpts, slides) and film analyses. Acquire key insights to enhance one's own approach to films.

EXPERIENCE FILM ANALYSIS 

The course is devoted to a close analysis of scenes taken from movies of all countries, genres and periods of time. Each scene analysis is a joint effort made by the teacher and the students.

BRAZILIAN CULTURE AND SOCIETY (course in French)

In-depth course on Brazilian culture and society through studies, work, literature, cinema, and ecology.

INTRODUCTION TO RUSSIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE (course in French)

This course is intended for students interested in Russian culture and language. It provides a general and practical overview of daily life in Russia to help better understand the country during personal exchanges (work or travel).

INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE (course in French)

The course introduces Japanese culture and language at beginner level (A1). It is a general, practical and concrete course linked to daily life in Japan. It is particularly intended for students planning to go to Japan one day, on a university exchange or for personal reasons (work or travel).

INTRODUCTION TO ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

This course aims to develop socio-cultural, pragmatic, and linguistic skills in Italian. Through interactive and engaging activities, students will learn to communicate effectively in an international context while gaining an understanding of the country's culture.

THE MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ARAB WORLD 

The Birth of the Modern Arab State. Political and Economic Challenges of European Colonization in the Arab World. National Liberation Movements. Political and Economic Projects of the Postcolonial State.

DISCOVERY AND UNDERSTANDING OF CHINA 

Fundamentals Shaping the Chinese Mindset: Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and Communism; History Taught in China, Societal Facts and Communication Differences, Discovering Chinese Logic Through Its Language.

ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET

A progressive six-session journey guiding students to identify viable business ventures through VC trends and self-assessment, understand market needs versus wants, master the business model canvas focusing on value propositions, and culminate in a polished pitch rehearsal for their final presentation

FROM IDEA TO PROTOTYPE – HEC, POLYTECHNIQUE & STRATE DESIGN

"From Idea to Prototype" is a hands-on elective that allows you to explore tools for designing, prototyping, and testing creative product or service proposals. The elective is offered in partnership with APF France Handicap. In connection with the Olympic Games, this year's theme for proposed innovations will be Sport & Disability.

ENTREPRENEURIAL LAW

In the context of the freedom to engage in business (a constitutional value) and the freedom of commerce and industry (a general principle of law), the overall conduct of an entrepreneurial activity requires mastery of numerous legal tools, including codified, legislative, regulatory, jurisprudential private law and public law instruments.

ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET

The elective is a quick dive into an entrepreneurship journey from spotting an opportunity, framing the problem, generating and articulating a value proposition and presenting in a final polished pitch. In six sessions, by team of five, the students will discover and apply the design approach to explore an entrepreneurial opportunity, with peer feedback and mentored by experts in entrepreneurship from HEC. The themes are: EdTech, Food, Fashion, Sports, Sustainability

DECISION AND DATA MODELING (LEVEL 2) 

The purpose of this class is to learn advanced modelling skills and get additional training on spreadsheets, as they are an essential tool in corporate life. This is a practical class dedicated, with a very hands-on approach 

DECISION AND DATA MODELING (LEVEL 1) 

This course aims to help students understand the basics of creating models to address a variety of business problems. Students will apply their critical thinking and analysis skills to find effective solutions to real-world problems using spreadsheet software, specifically, Microsoft Excel 

HORTICULTURAL PRINCIPLES AND FUTURE OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD CHAIN

The purpose of this course is to learn the basics of horticulture and permaculture. Reconnect with Nature. (Put the hands in the ground) We will also study and analyze the pros and cons of today’s food chain. How can we create better farming in this world of global warming and growing food demand?

NEW SUSTAINABILITY CULTURE - THE PURPOSE REVOLUTION

The course is designed to provide an overview of the profound cultural evolutions underway in society and the business world, driven by the necessity for organizations to engage meaningfully with today’s social and environmental issues. It emphasizes the importance of aligning corporate purpose with the urgent need to operate within planetary boundaries, ensuring businesses contribute positively to a sustainable and equitable future

SUSTAINABLE FINANCE

The course provides students with an in-depth view into the theory and practice of sustainable finance (green bonds and SLLs, sustainable investing, biodiversity, etc.). Each session features one or several guest speakers, who share their experience as seasoned practitioners in one of the fields of study. Group work and debate is encouraged

ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE

Ethics and compliance are a key sustainability factor in today’s business management. Learn about the actual risks, the regulatory framework and the means to infuse ethical and compliant conduct in the corporate culture and operational processes

DECISION-MAKERS AND SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

Key concepts and professional testimonials help you understand the role and challenges of decision-makers in successfully achieving sustainable business transformation. This topic explores how to make decisions and take action both strategically, with a long-term vision, and operationally in management (finance and risk, HR, marketing, procurement, quality, environment, R&D, etc.).

GREENTECH

The world's first university course for greentech careers combines expert-led lectures, industry insights, business cases, and student pitches to VCs & acclaimed entrepreneurs. It equips students with a comprehensive understanding of green technology's role in tackling climate change, venture building, greentech investing, and impact assessment

PRIORITIZING IMPACT - ENHANCING YOUR SKILLS TO ENGAGE WITH NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

This course will give you essential tools and knowledge to understand the unique features and practices of impact organizations, including NGOs and social enterprises. It bridges the gap between the corporate world and general interest players and will help you navigating the world of impact-driven careers. With engaging real-life case studies, direct interactions with experts from NGOs, social business leaders, and company executives, you will learn how to make a difference whether you aim to join an existing organization or launch your own initiative.

INTRODUCTION TO PROSPEROUS DEGROWTH

At a time when the ecological and social challenges of the 21st century call for a radical shift in the economic model, what can we do as citizens to help shape a post-growth economy? How can businesses transform their business models to remain profitable while operating within Kate Raworth’s doughnut framework? What is the philosophy of post-capitalist success? How does it connect to politics and collective imaginaries?

AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP 

The course will be mostly experiential and participative, inviting each student to explore and develop his/her own style of leadership through personal reflection and group work, games, a questionnaire and times for sharing and feedback – plus of course some theory on human behavior, leadership and effective teamwork 

EFFECTIVE TEAMWORK : CHALLENGE YOUR LIMITS  

How to improve team effectiveness, while allowing individuals to flourish? This course allows you to experience outdoor or indoor group situations where you can touch or approach your current limits, in order to challenge and push them. Designed and animated with world-class experts (astronauts, special military units, sport champions, leaders), this elective is accessible to everyone who wants to understand, learn by doing, and grow 

FIND YOUR PURPOSE  

Find your Purpose is an experiential course designed to help M1 students define their professional project and overcome certain obstacles to getting there. It consists of six 3-hour workshops, led by certified coaches who are experts in professional evolutions, and who accompany young graduates to find their own path 

THE ART OF PRESENTATION MEDIA TRAINING          

In this course you will learn the basics of how to deal with journalists or with regular audiences, how to construct your message, how to communicate effectively in any given situation. We will also develop numerous public speaking and performance skills that that will dramatically raise your level of comfort in front of an audience. Just imagine yourself a leader and come to class ready to explore and to learn! 

FACT - TRAINING AND FIELDWORK FOR LINGUISTIC MENTORING

The “Linguistic Mentoring Program" is specifically designed to empower HEC students to mentor and teach English as a foreign language to peers undertaking Higher Education studies in a variety of fields suited to the needs of their learners (international matters, intercultural issues, citizenship etc.). Over the course of 18 hours divided into 6 three-hour sessions, this training program combines theoretical insights with practical experience to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for effective language teaching. The course aims to foster a deep understanding of English language pedagogy while emphasizing the social impact of teaching, preparing students to be not only educators but also mentors and community leaders

BECOME A CHANGEMAKER: BUILD A CAREER WITH PURPOSE AND IMPACT

This course aims at helping the students increase their self awareness, try to define their purpose and professional project. 
It is based on the Coursera MOOC ‘Become a changemaker: build a career with purpose and impact’. It also uses well known approaches like the MBTI and the Career Anchor’s questionnaire

BUSINESS ETHICS 

Moral questions are of central importance in contemporary business and organizational life. Traditional management competences need to be complemented by moral discernment. This course will be dedicated to a broader reflection on the role of morality in our economy: students will become acquainted with basic ethical theories and approaches and get sensitized to the intricacies of business-related moral issues. We will discuss such issues both at an individual, and at a broader socio-organizational level 

CHOOSE A CAREER AND AN INTERNSHIP THAT REFLECT WHO YOU ARE

Through practical exercises, inspiring testimonials, and informed decision-making methods, students learn how to align their story, skills, aspirations, and the needs of today’s world to find the right internship and shape a career that reflects who they are.

ONLINE SELF-PACED LE WAGON - Introduction to Data Science

In this course, students will learn how to visualize data and how to extract it from relational databases using SQL. Then, they will switch to modern data analysis with Python and the Pandas library in order to manipulate large data sets and turn data into insights. Finally, they will understand what Machine Learning and Deep Learning are about, by manipulating classic models to understand their application

ONLINE SELF-PACED LE WAGON - Data Analysis in Python

This course will cover the basis of the Python programming language and will quickly dive into the daily tasks of a Data Analyst. The goal is to quickly dive into business cases and learn from real-life datasets

ONLINE SELF-PACED LE WAGON - Introduction to No Code

This course explores the foundations of how to develop digital projects that are 100% based on no-code. It will teach students how to quickly create automation, while extracting the relevant data to operate

ONLINE SELF-PACED LE WAGON - Introduction to UX and UI Design

The UX & UI Design course will guide students through the process of designing a tech product (a web or mobile application): from understanding who your users are and their needs to drafting a solution, and finally, building an interactive mock-up. In short, students will learn how to build a product that responds to the needs of their users

ONLINE COURSE : CRÉER ET DEVELOPPER UNE START-UP TECHNOLOGIQUE

Ce cours vous permettra d’identifier et d’évaluer des opportunités de création d’entreprises technologiques et d’en comprendre les principaux enjeux humains, techniques, commerciaux, environnementaux et financiers

ONLINE COURSE : ENTREPRENEURIAL FINANCE

This course is designed for those who want to get familiar with entrepreneurial finance and with the currently available financing mechanisms for innovation and growth companies. You will also get an introduction to financial modelling and financial engineering tools

MOOC DATA ANALYTICS – Acquire advanced mastery of the SQL programming language

SQL is a language that allows you to query any database. At the end of the training you will be able to retrieve and use any type of data from a structured database. SQL is the most used language in the world of data analysis

DATA ANALYTICS MOOC - Discover the fundamentals of Data Analysis  (course in French)

This MOOC explains the fundamentals of data analysis and presents three of the most used tools in the world of data: SQL, the database language, Python the programming language most used on the job market and finally the Tableau tool to advance the basics of data visualization

DATA ANALYTICS MOOC - Master the Tableau Software Datavisualization tool  (course in French)

Tableau is, along with Power BI, the most used data visualization tool in the business world. This MOOC allows learners to create their own interactive and automated dashboards

MOOC LE WAGON - Introduction to Web development (HTML & CSS) (course in French)

This course teaches students to code simple, elegant, and responsive websites using HTML and CSS (front-end languages ​​for website coding). This is a great way to learn how a website works with a hands-on approach where students will actually code their own websites.

ONLINE COURSE: CREATE AND DEVELOP A TECHNOLOGY START UP

This course will allow you to identify and evaluate opportunities for creating technological businesses and to understand the main human, technical, commercial, environmental and financial issues.

MOOC OMIND - Transformative Leadership Through Cognitive Neuroscience and Gaming

Dive into the cutting-edge world of cognitive neurosciences and games to master your emotional and cognitive agility for unparalleled leadership. This immersive course invites you on an inspiring journey to the frontiers of brain science and interactive learning. As you navigate through meticulously designed gaming experiences, you'll encounter real-world scenarios that challenge your decision-making, problem-solving, and emotional regulation skills. You'll explore the neural mechanisms behind effective leadership, empathy, and collaboration, turning abstract concepts into tangible skills. The course doesn't just aim to impart knowledge; it's designed to transform you. Through experiential learning, you'll develop a deeper understanding of yourself and others, enhancing your emotional intelligence and cognitive flexibility

ONLINE COURSE: GENAI FOR BUSINESS

The 'Generative AI for Business' course is an online program featuring both live and prerecorded content and resources. It covers: (1) A comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, both technological dimensions and business implications. (2) Practical experience in formulating problems, evaluating initial results, and developing further capabilities for use cases. (3) Methods including the art of prompting that are directly beneficial to students, enabling them to enhance their understanding through practice

ONLINE COURSE: ENTREPRENEURIAL FINANCE        

This course is designed for those who want to get familiar with entrepreneurial finance and with the currently available financing mechanisms for innovation and growth companies. You will also get an introduction to financial modelling and financial engineering tools 

BECOMING A STRATEGY CONSULTANT (course in French)

Everything you want to know (without beating around the bush) about the role of a strategy consultant in a transforming world! Key highlights include several practical case studies and meetings with professionals from well-known and lesser-known firms to help you build your own understanding and decide (or not) whether to pursue this path!

INTRODUCTION TO STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF A COMPANY (course in French)

This course introduces students to the definition and implementation of a winning strategy in a chaotic and uncertain world. Co-taught with BAIN & COMPANY, it shows how consultants use strategic tools and methods through numerous examples.

SPORT BUSINESS - Professional Sports Clubs, Developments, and Innovations (course in French)

Focusing on the specifics of Parisian professional sports clubs, this course offers students an inside look into the functioning of the professional sports ecosystem, studying the challenges it faces in terms of innovation and strategic development, constrained by a fragile and uncertain business model endemic to this industry.

STRATEGY AND INNOVATION (avec BCG)

You wonder how to approach business challenges, and you want to structure your problem-solving approach? Join us for an immersive three days elective, in BCG Paris office! Thought different workshops, you will sharpen your skills and build a solid foundation in structured thinking and strategic decision-making. Come and discover the role of an Associate within BCG!

GOVERNANCE AND POWER IN THE ERA OF CORPORATE SOCIETALIZATION

This course explores power dynamics within companies in the era of societalization, emphasizing the importance of governance in facilitating dialogue between executives and activists. It examines how extra-financial criteria, regulatory pressure, and societal expectations are pushing companies to rethink their governance models and value creation. Through case studies and testimonies, participants gain a methodological framework to assess governance maturity and identify good and bad practices

BUILDING THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE REAL ESTATE & RETAIL

The course provided is an introduction to the real estate industry based on URW activities. The course is exploring several business fields such as investment, development, asset management, innovation strategy & retail media

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FRENCH COURSE                    

Business leaders who are fluent in one or more languages are increasingly important assets to their companies. HEC provides international students the opportunity to learn or master French in a French speaking environment. French is optional for all exchange students