EDHEC-Risk Institute PhD in Finance - About EDHEC Business School
Over 100 Years of Excellence
EDHEC Business School has been offering management training and development programmes since 1906. One of the leading business schools in Europe, it delivers degree courses to over 5,000 students and trains 5,500 professionals yearly through executive courses and research events.
Developing talents through high quality business education, advancing knowledge and impacting business practices, and contributing to the social and economic debate constitute the School’s purpose. Research conducted by its 126 permanent faculty members and researchers drives all of these activities and is at the very core of the School’s offerings.
To continue to advance its position amongst the top international institutions, EDHEC Business School has earmarked some 105 million euros for new investment in its research and learning infrastructure over the period from 2007 to 2010.
Distinctive Research Policy
EDHEC Business School’s ambition is to become the European school most noted for its impact on the business world and the economy. The School’s research activities support this ambition not only by enriching the learning environment of courses and challenging participants to seek excellence, but also by creating added-value for businesses. The school’s "Research for Business" policy focuses the efforts of research centres on issues that correspond to genuine industry and community expectations through the input of leading practitioners and corporate co-financing of R&D investments.
Research centres publish their results in the most highly regarded academic journals as a means to validate the scientific quality of their work. Research results and applications are then actively distributed to and discussed with the corporate world, administrative and legislative authorities, and the general public. The impact on businesses and the economy is the ultimate measure of the research’s relevance and success.
The Triple Crown of International Accreditations
EDHEC Business School was amongst the first institutions worldwide to be awarded the "triple crown" of international accreditations (AACSB, EQUIS, Association of MBAs) for the academic excellence and professional relevance of its programmes, its strong links with the business community, its international orientation, and its commitment to an ongoing process of quality improvement.
Strong International Orientation
EDHEC Business School offers the widest range of fully English-instructed graduate programmes in France, drawing participants from a wide range of countries, cultures, and academic and professional backgrounds. Over seventy nationalities are represented within its degree-awarding programmes. The diversity of the student body contributes greatly to a rich learning environment that is highly conducive to personal and professional development.
Powerful Alumni Network
EDHEC Business School graduates are lifelong members of a thriving network of over 21,000 professionals present in more than 100 countries and in every industry. Throughout their careers, alumni enjoy a wealth of benefits and activities including career counselling, continuing education, and meetings. Themed professional clubs and learning communities allow alumni to gain and share insights into issues affecting their organisations, industries, and communities. This powerful network contributes to developing EDHEC Business School’s reputation worldwide and enhances its relationship with the global business community.
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