Paris – Le Figaro, one of France’s most authoritative and widely circulated media outlets, has officially released its 2026 ranking of post-prépa business schools in France. emlyon Business School’s Master in Management (Programme Grande École, PGE) has once again secured a strong fourth place nationally, achieving an overall score of 17.7 out of 20. This consistent performance underscores the school’s leading position in French higher business education, reflecting its robust employment outcomes, academic excellence, and international reach.

Renowned for its rigor and credibility, Le Figaro’s annual ranking serves as a key reference for students and families evaluating business schools. Amidst intense competition among the 24 ranked institutions this year, emlyon’s sustained position at the top tier highlights the stability and enduring recognition of its educational quality and industry reputation.

The ranking comprehensively assesses schools based on three critical dimensions:

Graduate Employment & Career Development

Through deep collaboration with leading corporations and global employers, emlyon Business School enables students to launch high-quality careers across diverse industries and countries. The school’s strong employment data and extensive alumni network provide continuous support for students' professional growth.

Academic Excellence

As one of France’s historically leading business schools, emlyon maintains a steadfast commitment to innovative education. It offers forward-thinking business programs supported by high-caliber faculty, a rigorous curriculum, and impactful research output.

International Influence

emlyon Business School continues to expand its global footprint through international campuses, transnational partnership programs, and a highly diverse student body. This makes it one of Europe’s most globally oriented business schools. Its premium international resources equip students with a distinct cross-cultural competitive advantage, both academically and professionally.

Beyond the PGE program, emlyon has also demonstrated outstanding performance across various specialized program rankings for 2026. Its Global BBA, Master & MSc programs, as well as its Executive Education offerings, have all received high praise from the market and industry for their consistent teaching quality and international recognition.

This ranking reaffirms emlyon Business School’s solid standing within the French business education landscape and its commitment to cultivating future business leaders who embody an entrepreneurial spirit, a global mindset, and a strong sense of social responsibility. Moving forward, the school will continue to champion its "Early Maker" ethos, driving continuous improvement in educational quality, strengthening its international impact, and delivering outstanding business talent to the industry and society at large.