Le Figaro Etudiant unveiled the eagerly awaited 2025 French Business School Rankings and once again spotlighted emlyon business school. With its outstanding educational quality and overall performance, emlyon once again secured the fourth spot in the rankings. As a leading and credible publication in France, every ranking released by Le Figaro Etudiant is highly anticipated and this edition has also sparked considerable excitement.

Since last year, Le Figaro Etudiant has introduced a new categorization in its rankings for institutions offering Grande École programs (PGE). The ranking now differentiates schools that enroll students after preparatory classes (post-prépa) and those that accept students directly following high school (post-bac). In this year's post-prépa rankings, emlyon business school stood out among 24 elite institutions.

The criteria for this ranking encompasses three key dimensions:

• Academic excellence: emlyon business school excels academically, holding prestigious international accreditations like AACSB, AMBA, and Equis; attracting outstanding business professionals with its innovative educational model. The faculty at emlyon is highly influential in the academic world, providing students superior academic guidance. This robust academic atmosphere and “maker spirit” ensures that emlyon maintains a leading position in academia.
• Internationalization: emlyon business school demonstrates exceptional international diversity, characterized by a high proportion of students from around the world, along with a wide global employment network. The school has forged close ties with over 220 academic partners in 57 countries, providing students with extensive opportunities for international learning and practice. Furthermore, its diverse faculty brings global business insights into the classroom, equipping students with the competitive edge needed in the international business environment.
• Employment: The annual employment results at emlyon are equally impressive, with graduates boasting top salary levels and employment rates. Backed by an expansive network of over 45,000 alumni across 130 countries, extensive career development opportunities await students upon graduation. Many alumni occupy pivotal roles in globally renowned corporations and startups, significantly boosting the school’s employability influence and enhancing its brand value.

This ranking not only acknowledges emlyon's educational excellence but also validates its commitment to developing future business leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit. Looking ahead, emlyon will continue to foster its “maker spirit” focused on innovation and deliver a premier international education, while cultivating a new generation of business leaders endowed with global perspectives, social responsibility, and innovative prowess.