emlyon celebrates its graduates of the 2024 class
The graduation ceremony of emlyon business school's class of 2024 celebrated the remarkable careers of nearly 800 graduates from various programs. It was an emotional moment, marked by commitment and impact that marked the beginning of a new stage in their professional lives.
An unprecedented graduation ceremony in the Lyon campus
On April 4 and 5, emlyon business school organized, for the first time on its Lyon campus, a series of graduation ceremonies for the Executive MBA, International MBA, Global DBA, PhD and Global BBA programs. An unforgettable moment during which the 800 graduates, accompanied by their 1200 relatives, were honored to celebrate the end of their academic path with emotion and pride!
Two days marked by the speeches of the deans and program managers and professors of the Faculty, the inspiring stories from alumni, but above all the collection of diplomas on stage for each graduate without forget the photos of the different promotions and the inevitable hat-toss.
The new chapter that opens up to you is made up of challenges, responsibilities, but also opportunities. I encourage you to forge your own path, to remain faithful to yourself and to bring to life your values and the principles that emlyon has passed on to you.
Focus on the ceremonys of the emlyon Executive Education programs
142 graduates of the Executive Master's Degree in General Management (EMMG) and the Executive Master Management General Online started the ceremony. Then participants from Executive MBA (84 graduates), International MBA (40 graduates), and the Doctoral programs: the Global DBA and the PhD received their diploma, congratulated by the teaching teams of the School.
Today is a great day, that of your graduation. It is not an end, but a beginning. You are joining a large family that will support you in your personal and professional growth.
Watch the best moments of the MBA graduation ceremony
The ceremonies of the Executive Education programms, under the banner of academic excellence and global ambition, reflect the diversity of the graduates' profiles and career paths. Their unique backgrounds gave a special vibe to this moment marked by solemnity and professional enthusiasm.
Watch at the replay the EMMG and the IMBA, EMBA, PhD and DBA ceremony.
Focus on the Global BBA ceremony
The graduation of the Global BBA attended by 527 graduates, brought this series of events to a close in a vibrant atmosphere: youth and collective energy resonated in the heart of the campus, which was festively decorated for this special occasion.
Watch the aftermovie of the Global BBA ceremony
You have a diploma in your hands, but above all, you have a world to invent and a world to protect. I wish you to bring all that you are, and to never stop moving forward with heart, curiosity and courage.
Ranked 3rd in the BBA rankings in France by Le Figaro Student 2025, emlyon's Global BBA has confirmed its attractiveness both for its international aspect and for the professional experience of the course, through its 2024 class, which is one of the largest since the launch of the program.
Your degree is a reflection of your personal growth, your initiative and your agility in a world that is constantly changing.
A new chapter for the 2024 programs that joins the alumni network
Now graduates of emlyon business school, participants or students become members of the alumna and alumni community. They are part of an international network of more than 48,000 alumni in 130 countries, ready to shape the future with boldness and impact. The School sends its most sincere congratulations to the 2024 classes!