Andrea Yesilada
Associate Manager, MBA Programs
Executive MBA
Infos & applications At a glance
- Program formatPart-time
- Duration2 years
- CampusGrenoble, Online, Tbilisi
- LanguagesEnglish
- Admission level3-years Degree to Master's degree or more
- DegreeMBA
- Tuition feesFrom €41,000
- Program formatPart-time
- Duration2 years
- CampusGrenoble, Online, Tbilisi
- LanguagesEnglish
- Admission level3-years Degree to Master's degree or more
- DegreeMBA
- Tuition feesFrom €41,000
Develop your leadership potential and deepen your global business perspective with GEM’s part-time Executive MBA, a blended program combining on-site and online learning with two international study trips for working professionals. The Tech Track builds on this foundation with a focus on helping tech professionals, scientists, and engineers develop the leadership, management, and specialized expertise needed to drive innovation in advanced technology sectors.
GEM’s Executive MBA holds prestigious global rankings:
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47
Globally in the QS Executive MBA Ranking 2026
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15
in the World for Career Progression in the QS Executive MBA Ranking 2026
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10
in France in the Financial Times Executive MBA Rankings 2025
Program Highlights
Study while you work
Earn your Executive MBA in 21 months through a flexible, part‑time blended format designed for professionals, combining online courses with nine intensive in‑person residencies.Apply as you learn
Strengthen your strategic thinking and decision‑making while implementing new tools and frameworks immediately in your role for real‑time business impact.Complete a high‑impact Capstone
Deliver a six‑month Executive Capstone Project applied to your organisation, turning your studies into measurable results and visible value creation.Choose your specialization pathway
Tailor your journey with a general management specialization (Finance, Luxury, Entrepreneurship, or AI & Data Strategy) or an advanced technologies pathway (Microelectronics or Energy).Experience two international study trips
Gain immersive exposure to global business practices and cross‑cultural teamwork through two organised international study trips.Engage with experts and industry
Learn from faculty and practitioner experts and work on real‑world projects, consulting missions, and site visits with global companies, R&D centres, and industry leaders within Grenoble’s innovation ecosystem.
Why Choose the GEM Executive MBA?
Lead at the intersection of technology, R&D, innovation, and growth in cutting‑edge industries where technical expertise meets strategic vision.
Earn an Executive MBA consistently ranked for quality and career impact, signalling credibility and trust to employers, partners, and stakeholders.
Study in Grenoble, a European centre for technology, research, and industry collaboration that offers direct access to deep‑tech ecosystems and pioneering organisations.
Connect with a diverse cohort, active alumni community, and industry partners across sectors and geographies, while sharing selected courses and experiences with the Executive MBA cohort.
Develop your strategic leadership, decision‑making, and personal impact through dedicated leadership development, tailored career support, and continuous application of new frameworks in your role.
Leverage targeted career services, employer engagement, and your Executive Capstone to move into senior leadership, pivot sectors, or progress into R&D and business‑development roles.
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6 Good Reasons to Choose GEM
Global recognition
Ranked Top 8 in France and Top 30 in Europe, GEM is among the top 1% of business schools worldwide holding triple accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA).
Targeted expertise
Specialized programs designed to deepen knowledge in key management fields and develop distinctive expertise.
Real-world experience
Applied projects, company-based assignments, case studies and, depending on the program, work-study options — ensuring learning is firmly grounded in real business practice.
International outlook
Programs taught in English and multicultural learning experiences that prepare students to perform effectively in global professional environments.
Career acceleration
Programs designed to strengthen professional impact, increase market value and support ambitious career trajectories.
Trailblazing leadership with purpose
Campuses embedded in leading scientific, technological and industrial ecosystems, fostering innovation, engagement and the development of strong professional networks, in France and internationally.
GEM Grenoble – Alpine Campus
Located in the heart of the Alps, GEM’s Grenoble campus combines innovation, nature, and an outstanding quality of life. Students enjoy close proximity to mountains perfect for skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, while studying in a city known as a scientific and technological hub. Grenoble hosts numerous start-ups, research centers, and international companies, offering students ample opportunities for collaboration, internships, and projects. The city’s compact size allows for a lively and accessible student life.
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Executive MBA Candidates
- Mid- to senior-level professionals with 5+ years of management experience
- Entrepreneurs and leaders across industries seeking to advance to senior leadership roles
- Professionals balancing work, study, and family commitments
EMBA – Tech Track Candidates
- Tech professionals, scientists, and engineers with 5+ years experience seeking leadership roles at the intersection of technology and innovation
- Technical executives and innovators aiming to drive innovation and create sustainable impact
- Researchers and technical experts transitioning into industry leadership
- Professionals in competitive sectors like microelectronics, energy transition, or deep-tech
The Executive MBA spans 21 months of coursework plus a 6-month Executive Capstone Project. Expect ~10-15 hours/week: 50% online modules + 9 intensive in-person weeks (Grenoble and international).
Yes, but note these are part-time programs ineligible for student visas. International participants should review travel visa requirements with their local French consulate for attending in-person sessions.
The standard Executive MBA offers four specialization options (Finance, Luxury, Entrepreneurship, or AI & Data Strategy) for broad business leadership. The Tech-Track focuses on either Microelectronics or Energy, developed with CEA and industry partners, for tech professionals seeking specialized technical leadership.
Personalized one-on-one coaching, CV workshops, mock interviews, and 49,000+ alumni networking propel EMBA graduates to senior roles. Career Center supports you from day one through workshops, annual events, and individual appointments for lasting success.
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A Curriculum for Leaders Ready to Drive Innovation
The Executive MBA curriculum integrates core management principles, advanced leadership training, and global business perspectives, while the Tech Track adds a focus on technology, innovation, and the leadership skills needed to drive impact in advanced sectors.
Program Overview
Intensive In-person Sessions (9 weeks)
Nine intensive in-person weeks: 4 in Grenoble, 2 at European hubs, and 3 specialist weeks in Grenoble or Paris.
Weekly Live Online Evening Sessions
Weekly live evening seminars keep you connected to faculty and peers while you progress on projects and assignments.
Two International Study Trips
Two one‑week international immersions (including Berlin) with company visits and cross‑cultural teamwork.
Personalize Your Journey
The Executive Capstone Project helps professionals solve a strategic challenge and produce an executive-level report or plan.
Core Courses
Learn how to analyze complex business environments, anticipate global shifts, and design strategies that drive sustainable growth. Courses include:
- Managerial Economics & Business Environment
- Strategic Decision Making for Sustainable Futures
- Strategic Risk and Geopolitical Foresight
- Corporate Finance
Develop the strategic and analytical capabilities needed to transform technological innovation into market success, integrating perspectives across key domains. Courses include:
- From Tech Innovation to Market
- Marketing of Innovation
- Digital Transformation
- Strategic Consulting
Enhance your leadership impact by developing the vision, influence, and collaborative skills needed to inspire action, lead diverse teams, and build strategic partnerships.Courses include:
- Developing and Leading International Teams & Collaboration
- Leading & Inspiring Action
- Negotiating Strategic Partnerships
Build the capabilities to drive performance and resilience by mastering operational excellence, strategic program management, and advanced financial and contractual decision-making. Courses include:
- Operational Excellence
- Strategic Program Management
- Financial Accounting and Analysis
- Managerial Accounting
- Contracting for Intangibles & Complex Contracts
Specializations
Students can customize their Executive MBA by choosing one specialization. Each specialization includes three intensive week-long sessions focused on process and operational priorities aligned with business strategy.
Specializations require a minimum number of participants. Course content subject to change.
- Entrepreneurial Leadership for Innovation and Change
- Business Modelling for Sustainable Value Creation
- Resources and Processes for Growing Ventures
- Designing New Luxury Experiences
- Managing Transformation of Luxury Brands
- Changing Marketing & Communication Trends for Luxury Brands
- AI & Analytics for Business
- Data-Driven Value Creation
- Techno-dilemmas: Responsible Management & Ethics
- Valuation & Financial Advisory
- International Financial Management
- Financial Technology & Analytics
Tech Specializations
The EMBA Tech Specializations combine advanced management training with sector expertise for leaders in microelectronics and energy. Developed with Grenoble’s ecosystem, it includes two specializations: Microelectronics with the CEA, and Energy with INSTN and GEM faculty.
These specialiations are designed for professionals with technical or scientific backgrounds seeking to enhance business and leadership skills.
Current Tech Landscape
This module provides participants with a comprehensive overview of the semiconductor and microelectronics ecosystem powering today’s digital economy. The module covers integrated digital circuits and AI technologies, CAD tools (EDA), computing devices, RF systems, power electronics, and MEMS sensors/actuators. Participants explore advanced imaging technologies (visible and infrared), 3D/IC packaging for chiplets, and silicon photonics. Through sector-specific applications—including cybersecurity—participants understand how these technologies integrate into real-world business solutions and inform strategic decisions in technology-driven markets.
Current Markets & Strategies
Gain insight into market forces and global dynamics influencing microelectronics by exploring industry trends, geopolitical factors, and emerging opportunities. Develop practical decision-making skills and craft growth strategies to manage risk, foster innovation, and capture new market potential. Strengthen your ability to evaluate business models and put plans into action through intensive group work projects to address technology change and disruption in this fast-paced sector.
Current Tech Landscape
This module explores the full spectrum of energy technologies shaping the transition to sustainable systems. The module examines nuclear energy’s role, technologies, and future prospects, including clean room operations and sustainability considerations, complemented by site visits to nuclear facilities and local energy companies for hands-on industry exposure. Participants analyze renewable and alternative energy sources, energy storage solutions, future energy vectors, and smart grid digitalization that are transforming energy distribution. The curriculum covers sustainable mobility and electrification trends, alongside emerging innovations and technological breakthroughs driving the sector forward.
Current Markets & Strategies
This module equips participants with the strategic frameworks to navigate the global energy landscape. The module covers energy economics and market dynamics, exploring how supply, demand, and pricing mechanisms shape the sector. Participants examine strategies for managing energy demand and flexibility in increasingly complex grids, while learning to engage stakeholders and build social acceptance for energy projects. The curriculum addresses the geopolitics of energy, analyzing how international relations, policy frameworks, and resource distribution influence strategic decision-making in this critical sector.
Executive Capstone
The Executive Capstone is a six‑month strategic project that turns learning into organizational impact. Working on a real challenge from their organisation or a partner, participants diagnose complex situations, design value‑creating strategies, build business cases, and produce an implementation roadmap. The Capstone consolidates program learnings, delivers measurable value to organisations, and strengthens strategic thinking, leadership presence and decision‑making confidence.
A Hub for Leadership Transformation
Experience GEM’s Executive MBA in Grenoble, Europe’s Silicon Valley, where you’ll learn to lead sustainable initiatives, drive digital transformation, and create lasting change. The program’s unique setting immerses you in a global innovation hub, equipping you with practical tools for transformational leadership in any industry.
GEM Learning Experience
Gain practical insights through intensive residencies in Grenoble, Paris, and select international destinations. At GEM Labs in Grenoble, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and engage directly with industry experts, faculty, and alumni in interactive workshops and live business cases. With small class sizes and accessible faculty, learning is highly personalized—ensuring active participation and meaningful collaboration within your cohort.
A Global Network
Collaborate and connect not just with your EMBA cohort but also across GEM’s wider MBA community. Work alongside experienced professionals from diverse industries and cultures, expanding your network, perspectives, and opportunities for innovation and growth. Access over 2,400 MBA alumni and 50,000 school alumni globally for career advancement, best practice sharing, and lifelong learning
International Perspectives: Two International Study Trips
Experience the global business landscape firsthand with two immersive international study trips included in the Executive MBA. Explore digital innovation in Berlin during a one-week visit—meet industry innovators, connect with startups, and discover the city’s vibrant business ecosystem. Then, deepen your understanding of diverse markets and leadership practices with a second visit to another key global business hub. These transformative trips broaden your perspective and add significant value to your professional and personal growth.
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