For American Urna Biswas, a career with a Paris-based luxury brand was a lifelong goal – albeit not one that she thought she'd achieve so quickly. That would change in the space of one exciting week.
If you’re considering an MBA or executive education, you want to know that the institution you choose will really suit your needs. But with ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, it may be impossible to visit in person.
There’s no question that an MBA can help advance your career. But what kind of MBA can best expand your skill set and offer you the wider perspective needed to really thrive in an international employment market?
When it comes to luxury brands, no city can compete with Paris. But beyond the glamorous ads in glossy magazines or on billboards, what's the industry really like for those who work in it?
"It's a huge source of pride for me to work at a Parisian palace hotel," says Amel Ziani-Orus. The Director of Talent and Culture at the 5-star Le Meurice has hotels in her blood. “I moved with my family from Algeria to France when I was 18. My parents owned a boutique hotel.”
Tiffanie Davis ‘could hardly believe it’ when she landed a contract at luxury beauty brand Estée Lauder. The coveted role is one that many people can only dream of, but for graduates of French business school ESSEC’s MBA in Luxury Brand Management, aspiration is just one step before reality.
Make 2020 the year that you take the next step in your international career with these six moves that will help you to rise the ranks in France (and beyond).
For many, Paris and luxury are interchangeable – or at the very least closely related. As the home of myriad designer brands and upmarket department stores, the French capital is the obvious choice if you’re looking to start or progress a career in the luxury industry.
