TBS Education confirms its leadership in social responsibility by ranking 2nd in the 2025 Challenges CSR Ranking, while also securing an impressive 3rd place for social inclusion.This recognition rewards the school’s structured commitment to building a fairer, more inclusive and more sustainable society.More than a ranking, it reflects the strength of the model TBS Education upholds as a mission-driven school, resolutely focused on positive impact.
The Challenges CSR ranking is based on concrete indicators related to equality, inclusion and diversity.To establish this ranking, Challenges evaluates:• the proportion of scholarship students,• the number of students on work-study programmes,• the share of women within the permanent faculty,• the Pénicaud Index measuring gender equality,• the DD&RS label, which attests to a mature and structured sustainability strategy.
Across all these criteria, TBS Education stands out for the strength and consistency of its actions, earning its position as the 2nd-ranked business school in France.
Social inclusion has long been a cornerstone of TBS Education.The school’s 3rd place in this category reflects concrete actions and a long-term commitment to widening access:
• a high proportion of scholarship students, above the national average for business schools,• strengthened financial accessibility through work-study programmes, financial aid schemes and tailored support,• strong partnerships with high schools, equal-opportunity organisations and local stakeholders,• tutoring, mentoring and individual academic support to foster student success,• a proactive strategy to reduce social, cultural and geographical barriers at entry and throughout the student journey.
This ranking underscores TBS Education’s ambition to make social diversity a collective asset and a driving force for transformation.
TBS Education’s strong CSR performance is the result of long-term and wide-ranging efforts:• a transformation of academic programmes to embed the major transition challenges,• the expansion of impact-oriented research,• continuous improvement of internal practices,• strong engagement from the student community,• and the ongoing achievement of the DD&RS label, demonstrating robust governance and a mature sustainability approach.
TBS Education is also committed to the “ACT Pas à Pas” decarbonisation approach, the higher-education adaptation of ADEME’s low-carbon strategy.
“Defining a realistic and ambitious decarbonisation trajectory means giving TBS Education a coherent direction, fully aligned with what we teach our students,” explains Béatrice Chandellier, Director of Societal Transition.
In parallel, the school is conducting its second carbon assessment and continuing its work related to the DD&RS label. These initiatives reinforce one another and support the development of the new strategic plan, with a strong commitment to exemplarity.
This 2nd-place national ranking reinforces the relevance and credibility of the model championed by TBS Education.It encourages the school to pursue and expand its efforts to train responsible leaders capable of driving a more sustainable and inclusive future.
TBS Education will continue to innovate, experiment and lead the way, ensuring that CSR is not only a strategic priority but also a daily reality for students, communities and society at large.
This latest recognition further confirms TBS Education’s commitment to student well-being and fulfillment: climbing two places from last year’s ranking, the school takes second place in the HappyAtSchool® France 2025 ranking in the Business Schools category.
The HappyAtSchool® ranking, managed by ChooseMyCompany, differs from traditional rankings by placing the student experience at the heart of its assessment. This position is determined by the SchoolScore®, a social rating index expressed on a 100-point scale and calculated from direct student feedback.
Unlike traditional academic rankings, HappyAtSchool® focuses on what really makes the difference daily: quality of life on campus, educational innovation, environmental commitment, professional opportunities, and above all, the confidence the school instills in students regarding their future.
This 2nd place is no coincidence. For the fourth consecutive year, TBS Education has remained among the top-ranked schools, demonstrating the institution’s consistent and deep commitment to its students. This recognition reflects the school’s ability to maintain high standards in terms of student experience year after year.
The ranking takes several demanding criteria into account: inclusion and diversity, innovation in teaching methods, the quality of the teaching staff, as well as the study environment and services offered to students. Each of these dimensions helps create an ecosystem where students can excel academically while thriving personally.
Student Survey Results by Theme:
TBS Education achieved an overall satisfaction rate of 84.3%.
The HappyAtSchool® ranking and label reflects the real-life experience of TBS Education’s students. Here’s what one of them had to say:
“TBS Education offers a unique experience that I truly enjoy. I especially value its international dimension, which enriches my journey through cultural diversity. The integration of internships directly into the academic program allows me to put my knowledge into practice right away. On top of that, the chance to study across multiple campuses gives me valuable flexibility, expanding both my academic horizons and personal experiences. These various opportunities make my academic journey particularly enriching and rewarding.” 2025 Master in Management student
“TBS Education offers a unique experience that I truly enjoy. I especially value its international dimension, which enriches my journey through cultural diversity. The integration of internships directly into the academic program allows me to put my knowledge into practice right away. On top of that, the chance to study across multiple campuses gives me valuable flexibility, expanding both my academic horizons and personal experiences. These various opportunities make my academic journey particularly enriching and rewarding.”
This two-place climb in the ranking illustrates TBS Education’s positive momentum and its ability to evolve in line with student expectations. It confirms that TBS Education not only provides academic excellence but also fosters an environment conducive to personal and professional growth.
“This two-place rise in the ranking reflects the daily dedication of our teams and the trust of our students, who makes our school a place of learning, fulfillment and success.A huge thank you to our students for their enthusiasm and involvement, and to our teachers and staff for their dedication.” Patricia Bournet, Head of the Bachelor in Management program
“This two-place rise in the ranking reflects the daily dedication of our teams and the trust of our students, who makes our school a place of learning, fulfillment and success.A huge thank you to our students for their enthusiasm and involvement, and to our teachers and staff for their dedication.”
“This high score combined with strong survey participation reflects the well-being of our students within our schools and programs. They also highlight the quality of the guidance and support we provide every day, and the confidence our students place in their professional futures.” Miguel Urdanoz, Head of the Master in Management program
“This high score combined with strong survey participation reflects the well-being of our students within our schools and programs. They also highlight the quality of the guidance and support we provide every day, and the confidence our students place in their professional futures.”
This recognition is a well-deserved reward for faculty, staff, and partners who continuously support students in their development, providing daily inspiration. TBS Education would also like to thank its students for their ongoing commitment.
To ensure reliability, ChooseMyCompany applies a strict methodology. Students answer a 21-question survey covering all aspects of their experience. The final score combines average satisfaction, recommendation rate (percentage of students who would recommend their school to a friend), and survey participation rate.
This approach ensures that the results genuinely reflect student sentiment and that the institutions featured in the ranking truly merit their position.
HappyAtSchool ranking
About the HappyAtSchool® ranking
HappyAtSchool® is an initiative by ChooseMyCompany, a mission-driven company that aims to promote higher education institutions providing the best experience to their students. The ranking is based on certified reviews collected over a 12-month period from tens of thousands of students across France.
Holder of a PhD in Management Sciences from the University of Lille 2, Mélanie Ouvry is taking the lead of the TBS Education Faculty.Mélanie Ouvry: A Recognized Figure in Higher Education to Lead the Faculty
With a rich career built within top-tier institutions, she previously served as Dean of Faculty and Research and Executive Committee Member at MBS School of Business from 2021, following nearly 18 years at SKEMA Business School. There, she successfully headed a program, then several faculty departments, before becoming Dean.
This academic expert, who has also worked in the corporate world as a consultant at Publicis, brings valuable cross-functional insight. Strongly involved in the French Grandes Écoles community, she notably leads the Deans’ Expert Committee within the CDEFM (Conference of Deans of French Management Schools). At TBS Education, her mission will be to further strengthen academic excellence and accelerate pedagogical innovation.
Mélanie Ouvry, the new Dean of Faculty, shares her enthusiasm:“I am delighted and honored to be joining TBS Education and its Executive Committee. I look forward to contributing, alongside the teams, to the institution’s influence, recognition, and future by championing academic excellence and innovative pedagogy.”
The TBS Education management team would like to acknowledge the commitment of Servane Delanoë-Gueguen, Dean of Faculty since 2022, for her essential contribution to the school’s development in recent years.
Stéphanie Lavigne, Dean of TBS Education, states:“We are delighted to welcome Mélanie Ouvry to our leadership team. Her expertise and leadership will be major assets in pursuing our mission of academic excellence and impactful research. This strategic appointment will enable us to continue our development and anticipate future challenges.”
Giving Tuesday is a global day dedicated to generosity and community engagement. It offers our community an opportunity to come together in support of students who need it most.
This year, the Giving Tuesday campaign at TBS Education carries special significance. It is entirely dedicated to solidarity scholarships, a form of support that has become essential for many students.
In 2024, nearly 250 students reached out to the TBS Education Foundation for financial assistance to help them continue their studies under good conditions. Behind these numbers are stories, ambitions, and dreams that we can help protect.
To strengthen this collective effort, our alumni network is stepping up and organizing a solidarity run. The goal: to raise funds for solidarity scholarships and directly support the students who need them most.
This initiative reflects the strength of our community and the long-standing commitment of our graduates to future generations.
Every contribution matters. By making a donation, you help provide our students with a calm and supportive environment in which to pursue their studies.
A huge THANK YOU for your solidarity and support.
Together, let’s make this Giving Tuesday a collective movement dedicated to helping our students thrive!
As part of the Humanities Week, TBS Education has unveiled a new dimension of its brand: its sound identity.
This identity was revealed to students on November 5, 2025, during a conference dedicated to sensory identity and experiential marketing, led by Michael Petit, sensory marketing expert at TBS Education, and Maxime Tisné-Versailles, composer of the school’s anthem.
Nearly 400 students from the Toulouse and Barcelona campuses, joined by staff members, attended this hybrid event dedicated to exploring the power of sound in brand building.
The session, structured in three parts, allowed participants to:
The result of a collaborative effort between TBS Education and Maxime Tisné-Versailles, the sound signature reflects the school’s humanistic, innovative, and international values.It stems from extensive research into students’ feelings, musical preferences, and the emotions and values the school wishes to convey.
From now on, this unique sound will accompany TBS Education’s communications, videos, events, and institutional messages — reinforcing the brand through a coherent and distinctive sensory experience.
🎧 Listen to TBS Education’s sound identity now:
TBS Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Éric Ducournau, CEO of Pierre Fabre Laboratories, as the new President of the school. He succeeds Pierre Hurstel, who held the position since 2021, and officially took office on November 4, 2025.
With campuses in Toulouse, Paris, Barcelona, and Casablanca, TBS Education is entering a new phase of its development under the leadership of a prominent business executive with deep roots in the Occitanie region.The unanimous election of Éric Ducournau by the School’s Board of Directors, with the support of the Toulouse Haute-Garonne Chamber of Commerce and Industry, reflects the school’s ambition to strengthen its international presence while remaining firmly anchored in its home territory.
For Stéphanie Lavigne, Managing Director of TBS Education, this appointment marks a key milestone:
“I am delighted to welcome Éric Ducournau as the new President of TBS Education. His extensive leadership experience, his recognized vision as a CEO, and his commitment to education will contribute to the school’s growth and excellence.”
A graduate of the Institut d’Études Politiques de Bordeaux and holder of a Master’s degree in Public Law, Éric Ducournau began his career in the public sector and consulting before joining Pierre Fabre Laboratories in 2000.Over more than twenty-five years, he has held key positions within the group — from General Secretary to Deputy CEO, then CEO of Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmétique, where he was appointed President in 2013.Since 2018, he has served as CEO of Pierre Fabre Laboratories, a global group operating in over 120 countries, with more than 10,000 employees and annual revenues of €3.1 billion. In July 2025, he was awarded the title of Chevalier of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour, recognizing his contribution to the health and pharmaceutical industries.
This remarkable journey, combining local commitment and international expansion, deeply resonates with TBS Education’s mission and values.
“Pierre Fabre has long been one of TBS Education’s key partners, with many of its executives trained at the school and now holding leadership positions in France and abroad,” explains Éric Ducournau. “TBS Education was founded to meet the needs of local businesses. I am deeply honored that the Board of the Toulouse Chamber of Commerce and Industry has entrusted me with this role at one of France’s leading business schools, which enjoys a strong international reputation.”
The appointment of Éric Ducournau comes as TBS Education prepares to launch its new 2026–2031 strategic plan. His experience as a major industry leader and his understanding of both economic and social issues will be key assets in guiding the school through this next phase.Stéphanie Lavigne adds:
“Under his presidency, TBS Education will continue to grow and stand out for its academic excellence, ensuring that our students develop the skills they need for successful and meaningful careers.”
As he passes the torch, outgoing President Pierre Hurstel expressed his confidence in the school’s future:
“It is with pride and confidence that I conclude this 1,600-day mandate serving a school in full momentum. I want to acknowledge the remarkable work of the management team, staff, and all stakeholders. I am delighted to hand over the presidency to Éric Ducournau, whose vision and experience will allow TBS Education to continue its development in service of the student experience.”
Patrick Piedrafita, President of the Toulouse Haute-Garonne Chamber of Commerce and Industry, also welcomed the appointment:
“The arrival of Éric Ducournau as the new President of TBS Education demonstrates the continuity of our ambition for the school and opens a new chapter in its development.”
TBS Education proudly celebrated the inauguration of its new campus in Casablanca on october 16th, marking a major milestone in the school’s international expansion.Located in Casablanca Finance City, this new site reflects TBS Education’s commitment to being firmly embedded in Morocco’s higher education landscape and strengthening its ties with Africa and the global business community.
“The inauguration of our new campus is a decisive milestone in our shared history with Morocco,” says Stéphanie Lavigne, Dean and CEO of TBS Education. “This project demonstrates our commitment to educating future leaders who will drive economic and social transformation on an international scale.”
Covering 3,338 m², the Casablanca campus offers a learning environment that is both modern and welcoming. It features 11 classrooms equipped with interactive technology, a flexible lecture hall, a 143 m² library, and coworking and innovation spaces, along with a 376 m² outdoor terrace overlooking Casa Anfa. Relaxation areas, a friendly cafeteria, and dedicated spaces for student associations enhance campus life and community spirit. Every detail has been designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and well-being.
Nearly 400 students are already studying there across programs such as the Bachelor in Management, various Master of Science degrees, and the Global Executive MBA, all combining academic excellence with local relevance.
Present in Morocco since 1987, TBS Education confirms its position as a key player in the country’s higher education sector with this new campus. Through strong partnerships with companies such as L’Oréal Maroc, Attijariwafa Bank, and Foundever, the Casablanca campus offers students valuable professional pathways in one of Africa’s most dynamic business environments.
“Our teaching approach blends international academic standards with local relevance, addressing key topics such as sustainability, digital transformation, and alternative finance,” explains Sami El Omari, Director of the Casablanca campus.
A proud holder of the AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA triple accreditation, TBS Education continues to implement its strategic plan “Inspiring TBS 2021–2026,” focused on innovative campuses, global outreach, and a pedagogy that promotes responsibility and agility.
With this new campus, TBS Education reaffirms its mission: to educate responsible, collaborative, and open-minded leaders, ready to contribute to a sustainable and inclusive global economy.
As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation and academic excellence, TBS Education is taking a major step forward by integrating generative AI into its learning environment. Starting in October 2025, the school will roll out 2,000 Mistral licenses to students, faculty, and staff.
The initiative is designed to support the needs of TBS Education’s entire community:
The first phase of the rollout will include teaching and administrative teams across all campuses, as well as final-year Bachelor, Grande École, and MSc students. This large-scale pilot project will allow the school to test, evaluate, and refine practices before considering a broader deployment.
To ensure effective adoption, dedicated training programs, expert advisors, and practical case studies will be provided. After twelve months, a comprehensive review will determine whether to expand the initiative further.
“We are proud to partner with TBS Education and contribute to training future AI talent. By making our cutting-edge generative AI solutions available to students, faculty, and staff, we hope to promote an open and transparent approach to technology and accelerate TBS Education’s innovation strategy,” concludes Audrey Herblin-Stoop, VP, Global Public Affairs & Communications at Mistral AI.
This partnership with Mistral builds on TBS Education’s responsible AI strategy. Back in 2023, the school was among the first higher education institutions to adopt a charter for the educational use of large language models. It also relies on its AI & Business Analytics Center of Excellence, where researchers work on cutting-edge projects with real-world impact.
According to Stéphanie Lavigne, Dean of TBS Education:“AI does not replace critical thinking or academic rigor — it amplifies them. Through this large-scale pilot, we are making responsible AI use a defining element of our pedagogy and of our mission to serve a more sustainable economy.”
In May 2025, participants in TBS Education’s Global Executive MBA experienced their second residency, marking a new immersive phase in their journey. After a successful first gathering in November 2024 on the Casablanca and Barcelona campuses, the learners flew to Asia for a week rich in discovery, learning and multiculturala encounters.
It was at Xiamen University in China that participants from the three partner institutions of the OneMBA program – FGV (Brazil), Xiamen University (China) and TBS Education (France) – came together. This reunion rekindled the spirit of promotion that began during the first residency, strengthening ties within the group and fostering an intense collaborative dynamic.
The first part of the week focused on courses in economics and data analysis, and visits to emblematic companies such as Xiamen Airlines, Schneider Electric and Genius Electronic Optical, which produces around a quarter of the world’s smartphone cameras, thanks to cutting-edge automation and robotics processes.
The second half of the residency took place in Seoul, at KUBS (Korea University Business School), where the students received a warm welcome and continued their exploration of Asia’s economic and technological fabric. The learners took part in modules on artificial intelligence, data analytics and visits to companies in the animated media sector with Naver Webtoon (digital platforms for manga and cartoon creators), as well as cosmetics with Amore Pacific.
This residency was shaped by a central theme: artificial intelligence, approached through academic, industrial and cultural prisms. Participants also benefited from a strong cultural immersion, discovering the richness of Chinese and Korean cultures through exchanges with local students and multiple visits.
After Asia, the next and final residency of the OneMBA 2024-2026 will take participants to Canada and Brazil, for a program conclusion that promises to be as inspiring as it is unique!
On June 6, 2025, the Executive DBA program organized its very first conference day on the Barcelona campus. A landmark event that brought together all current classes – from 1st to 4th year – including participants from the China-based program. Alongside them were several alumni and teacher-researchers from TBS-Education or visiting Catalonia. Last but not least, a number of chief or associate editors of academic journals had accepted the invitation, enriching the exchanges with their expert insights. Among the academic publications represented were the British Journal of Management, Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Technology in Society, Journal of Small Business Management, International Journal of Entrepreneurship & Small Business, Management Decision, Strategic Change and Review of Accounting and Finance.
The day was filled with thematic presentations covering topics at the core of today’s business and management challenges:
These presentations were led by third- and fourth-year candidates or beyond. Each session was followed by structured discussions, encouraging participants and experts to engage, ask questions, share feedback, and fuel further debate. This approach supports both the ability to present research projects and the development of critical thinking skills—offering and receiving feedback, and asking the right questions.
Meanwhile, first- and second-year learners presented their work in the form of posters. Each of them set out their research questions, anchored in a specific context and managerial issue, as well as the methodology envisaged to answer them. This pedagogical exercise enables students to lay the foundations for their thinking, while practicing the popularization of complex content and encouraging peer exchange around the posters.
As a reminder, the Executive DBA thesis program is divided into three main stages:
1. The theoretical part: this consists of establishing the current state of scientific knowledge on the issue in question. In particular, this involves answering the following questions: what do we know and what do we not yet know about the phenomenon under study? Are there any gaps in current knowledge? What are the central concepts making up the phenomenon under study? How are they defined and measured? What is the theoretical framework, if any?
2. The empirical part: the aim here is either to verify the theory empirically, or to develop a new theory. This stage involves drawing up a research plan, choosing a method, collecting empirical data (interviews, surveys, case studies, register data, etc.) and finally analyzing the data once it has been collected and formatted.
3. Confrontation: Finally, learners will compare current knowledge (theory) with observations made in the field, in a specific context. This discussion between theory and practice enables theoretical and managerial implications to emerge, and then, based on these contributions, to propose new perspectives or recommendations.
This first Executive DBA conference illustrated the richness and diversity of the work being carried out by doctoral students and future doctoral students. In addition to presenting research of the highest standard, it was also an excellent opportunity for the community to interact, share experiences and build a collective dynamic around applied research.