Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Lille

To enhance your professional profile, an MBA abroad is the best choice. France is one of the best countries to develop your skills and discover professional opportunities. With its many top ranking institutions, such as EDHEC Business School, you will earn a prestigious degree that will open many doors. While most people think of Paris when deciding to go to France, other major cities should not be overlooked. An Executive MBA in Lille, for example, has many advantages.

Study in Lille for its atmosphere and quality of life

Lille is a large city in northern France, with a population of over 200,000 inhabitants. It is a major economic and cultural centre, with a high quality of life. During the 6 days you will spend there each month, you will first be charmed by its architecture, influenced by Flemish culture, a sight to behold and a lesser-known side of France. In Lille, you will find parks that are perfect for a quiet stroll to take the time to reflect on what you are learning on your Executive MBA. When you are not studying, take some time to enjoy this magnificent city. Lille also has the advantage of having a more affordable cost of living than Paris or other major cities in the world, with much cheaper accommodation, while still offering high quality executive education institutions. Studying for your MBA in Lille will not just be about improving your skills, it will also be about broadening your horizons and having an unforgettable human experience.

Join an international business hub

Lille is located at the crossroads of several influential cities: Paris, London, Brussels, Strasbourg, Amsterdam, Luxembourg... From an economic and political point of view, Lille is perfectly located for you to access professional opportunities and study in a dynamic environment. Lille is home to congress centres such as the Lille Grand Palais and La Cité des Échanges, which host major professional events, some of which are international in scope. Since 2014, it has been one of the top 10 cities to host international and European congresses. Here, you can meet other professionals in your sector and unlock new opportunities. Its economy is also boosted by the presence in the metropolitan area of numerous innovative companies, large and small, such as Bayer Healthcare, OVH, Verisure, IBM Client Innovation Centre. As part of the FrenchTech, Lille is home to many business incubators and business parks such as EuraTechnologies (one of the largest in Europe) or Eurasanté. This dynamic business environment ensures that you will be in contact with international and innovative companies throughout your Executive MBA in Lille.

Develop your professional network in a dynamic economy

One of the most important ways to progress in your career is to grow your professional network. As shown above, Lille is a dynamic and innovative city, with congresses and business events that allow you to meet your peers. As well as gaining skills, you will have countless opportunities to meet new people, such as a new employer, new clients and many partners. An Executive MBA is the best way to meet ambitious people, be they fellow students, professors or alumni. Choosing a dynamic city like Lille will give you even more opportunities to do so outside of class.

Discover France, a global economic power

Pursuing your Executive MBA in Lille means that you will study in one of the strongest global economic powers. France is at the heart of international trade, being one of the world's leading exporters thanks to its location and its many multinational companies. You will have the opportunity to refine your career goals and find a new job in your sector or even start your own business in a dynamic market. With its diverse and strong economic sectors (such as tourism, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, automotive or aeronautics) and its entrepreneurial spirit, France offers many opportunities for ambitious professionals. With its influence and location within the EU, it gives you access to the European market and its more than 400 million consumers. While EMBAs are typically taught in English, you will also have the opportunity to perfect your level in the French language. If you want to develop your international profile, learning a second language is a strategic skill to learn, especially a widely spoken one like French: it is the official language in 28 countries, mostly located in Europe and Africa, and is spoken by more than 300 million people on all 5 continents. You can take this opportunity to reach professional proficiency and be prepared for international business with French-speaking countries.

Choose your EMBA in Lille with EDHEC Business School

As you can see, choosing an MBA in Lille will boost your career and help you achieve your goals. EDHEC Business School, with its triple accredited Executive MBA, is the best choice to enhance your professional profile in the north of France. Find out more about the degree and apply to take your career to the next level.

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