An intrapreneur is an employee who adopts an entrepreneurial approach within his or her own company. Unlike an entrepreneur, he or she does not create his or her own structure, but develops an innovative project supported by the organization that employs him or her. By definition, the intrapreneur acts with great autonomy to identify opportunities, propose creative solutions, and steer strategic initiatives, often breaking with traditional corporate methods.

This intrapreneurial approach enables companies to boost their capacity for innovation, while at the same time making the most of in-house talent. As a driver of change, the intrapreneur contributes directly to the company's transformation and its competitiveness in the marketplace.

Adopting this posture requires creativity, initiative, resilience and the ability to convince internal stakeholders. Intrapreneurship represents a real opportunity for employees who want to develop their careers, get involved in high-impact missions and contribute to large-scale projects without leaving their company.

Wondering if you have what it takes to be an intrapreneur? Find out in this article all you need to know to understand this key role and the conditions for its success.

Recent student Aminata Ciss relates how her professional project came to full fruition via the MSc in Luxury Management & Marketing, driven by a preference for the strategic side to doing business, a passion for the luxury industry, and a determination to take full advantage of all the opportunities presented by the program.

In October 2024, emlyon business school hosted its much-anticipated International Week, a celebration of cultural diversity and international studies. Held from October 14th to 18th, the week brought together French and international students, the faculty, and international partner universities to immerse themselves in a series of activities and conferences designed to highlight the importance of international experiences in education and careers.

Organized in collaboration with the International Relations Department (DRI), the Mobility Department, the Scholarships Department, the International Student Office, the Career Center, the Bureau des Internationaux (BDI) and the Global BBA Student Office, this themed week provided insights into studying and working abroad. From workshops and conferences to social events, the program aimed to enrich the global outlook of emlyon's students, while also celebrating the diversity of its international community.