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EU Legislative Interests

• European Green Deal: The School – notably through its Circular Economy Research Center (CERC) – is a firm supporter of the European Green Deal’s objectives. EPBS contributes to the EU’s sustainable growth strategy by focusing research and education on climate action, green innovation and the transition to a circular economy. For example, EPBS (via CERC) is a core partner in the EU-funded SHARED GREEN DEAL project, which brings together 22 organisations across Europe to advance the cross-cutting priorities of the Green Deal (e.g. energy, circular economy, social inclusion). This reflects the School’s commitment to supporting EU climate and sustainability goals. • Circular Economy Action Plan: EPBS actively targets the EU’s Circular Economy policies. CERC was established to facilitate the shift from a linear to a circular economy and develop new business models for sustainability. The Center’s mission is to support Europe’s transition to a “resource-full” circular model through research, education and stakeholder engagement. EPBS participates in multiple EU-funded projects (Horizon 2020/Horizon Europe) on circular economy and offers specialised courses and an Executive MBA in Circular Economy Management, directly contributing to the skills and innovation agenda of the Circular Economy Action Plan. Notably, the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform has acknowledged CERC as a good practice in the field, integrating EPBS into a Europe-wide network of circular economy stakeholders. • Horizon Europe (Research & Innovation): As an academic institution and research centre, EPBS engages with the EU’s R&I framework programmes. It has participated in several EU-funded research, innovation and deployment projects under Horizon 2020, and continues to do so under Horizon Europe. These projects span sustainability (e.g. circular economy and social innovation initiatives) and digital transformation (e.g. cybersecurity capacity-building), aligning EPBS’s research agenda with EU priority areas. Through Horizon projects, the School contributes to EU policy objectives by generating evidence-based insights and developing educational content in its areas of expertise. • Cybersecurity Policy: EPBS addresses EU cybersecurity policies and legislative proposals via its INSPIRE Lab (Internet Security, Privacy, Intelligence & Resilience). The School’s cybersecurity activities align with the EU Cybersecurity Strategy and related legislation. Key focus areas include the NIS2 Directive, the EU Cybersecurity Act, the proposed Cyber Resilience Act, and the forthcoming Cyber Solidarity Act. EPBS develops training and research on these initiatives – for instance, exploring AI applications in cybersecurity and supporting SME cyber resilience – to help implement EU policies on digital security. The INSPIRE Lab’s mission to bridge technical, policy and business aspects of cybersecurity is directly informed by Europe’s regulatory framework in this domain. • Artificial Intelligence: The School engages with the EU’s evolving Artificial Intelligence policy and ethics guidelines. Through events and research, EPBS contributes to discussions on AI’s impact and governance. It has hosted high-level panels on AI (e.g. “Why AI Matters in 2025”), examining AI’s transformative role in industry and society, which dovetails with the EU’s AI strategy and regulatory debates (such as the proposed AI Act). Moreover, EPBS’s research interests include AI for cybersecurity and cybersecurity for AI, reflecting alignment with EU priorities on trustworthy AI and secure digitalisation. • Health Policy and Research: EPBS contributes to EU health and research policies, especially where health innovation intersects with sustainability and digital strategy. The School’s Smart Health & Social Innovation Lab focuses on e-health solutions, sustainable healthcare and social well-being in line with European priorities.

Communication Activities

• Conferences & Stakeholder Events: The School regularly organises high-profile events to drive dialogue on sustainability and innovation. For instance, the annual ReTech Center Conference (e.g. “Exponential Innovation 5.0” in 2025) brings together global experts, innovators, policymakers and institutional leaders to explore how emerging technologies and responsible strategies can shape the future (Industry 5.0, digital economy, etc.). Likewise, the Health 5.0 Days hosted by EPBS’s Smart Health Lab in October 2024 convened international experts, researchers and EU policymakers to discuss advances in human-centred healthcare and integrative medicine as part of the “Health 5.0” revolution. Such events directly relate to EU policy discussions and serve as platforms for knowledge exchange between the School and European stakeholders. • Workshops & Campaigns: EPBS actively engages the broader community through workshops and collaborative campaigns. The Circular Economy Research Center (CERC), for example, has run public symposiums and hands-on workshops to promote circular economy solutions in business. Notably, at its launch, CERC held a “Future of Business: Circular Economy” symposium open to students, professionals and media to raise awareness of circular economy concepts and practices. This interactive forum introduced circular economy impacts on business and included masterclasses, panels and networking, coinciding with the inauguration of CERC and a related publication launch. Additionally, EPBS contributes to EU-wide campaigns via the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform (ECESP) – CERC’s work is featured as a good practice on the ECESP web hub, and the School’s experts participate in ECESP’s knowledge-sharing initiatives, reinforcing cross-sector dialogue on EU circular economy policy. • EU Project Partnerships: The School amplifies its impact through partnerships in European projects. As part of the SHARED GREEN DEAL consortium (Horizon 2020), EPBS’s CERC collaborates with universities, research institutes and NGOs across Europe to implement local “Green Deal” social experiments and community engagements. Through this project, EPBS helps organise local workshops and “living labs” on themes like clean energy, circular economy, sustainable food and zero pollution, directly engaging citizens and civil society in EU policy pilots. Similarly, in the digital domain, EPBS (via the INSPIRE Lab) is involved in EU-funded initiatives for cybersecurity education and capacity-building, contributing to European networks that host hackathons, training camps and policy roundtables on cyber resilience. • Public Lectures & Panels: EPBS organises public-facing discussions to demystify and debate EU policy-related topics. A recent example is the panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence held at the Paris campus (January 2025), which engaged industry leaders and academics in examining AI’s societal impact and future in Europe. The event, open to participants on-site and online, covered critical issues such as AI’s role in industry and ethics (“Why AI Matters in 2025”) and included networking to spur further conversation. Through such events – often featuring guest experts from leading European tech firms, start-ups or EU agencies – EPBS fosters informed debate on emerging policies (like AI regulation or data privacy), raising public awareness and informing its community (students, alumni, partners) about Europe’s digital strategy. The School’s faculty also contribute thought leadership in media and public forums, for instance discussing the European Green Deal’s implications for business or how EU competition law can support sustainability (in line with Green Deal goals). • Academic Publications & Knowledge Outputs: Aligned with its EU-focused research, EPBS produces and disseminates scholarly and practical outputs. Faculty and researchers at the School publish in academic journals and reports on topics like circular economy.

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Member Of

PBS is formally affiliated with several academic and professional bodies at national and international level. Key memberships and accreditations include: Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE): EPBS is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles, the French association of elite higher education institutions . As such, its degrees are accredited by the CGE, reflecting the School’s adherence to the high standards of France’s Grandes Écoles system . AACSB – Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business: The School holds AACSB accreditation . This indicates full membership in AACSB’s global network of business schools, meeting rigorous quality standards in education. AACSB accreditation attests to EPBS’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in business education. AMBA – Association of MBAs: EPBS is accredited by AMBA , which means it is part of the AMBA network of leading business schools. The AMBA accreditation, granted to the School’s MBA programmes, recognises their quality and impact, and connects EPBS with an international community of accredited management schools. EFMD – European Foundation for Management Development: École des Ponts Business School is a member of EFMD a globally recognised network of business schools and corporations. Through EFMD membership, EPBS engages in quality development initiatives and conferences (EFMD is also the body behind the EQUIS accreditation and BSIS impact system). The School’s involvement in EFMD underscores its active participation in the European management education community. Executive DBA Council (EDBAC): The School is affiliated with the Executive DBA Council, as evidenced by the accreditation of its Executive Doctorate in Business Administration programme . EDBAC membership connects EPBS with institutions worldwide that offer doctoral-level executive education, and reflects EPBS’s adherence to best practices in delivering its Executive DBA. This affiliation contributes to the School’s research rigour and peer networking in the doctoral education arena.

Organisation Members

• École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées (ENPC): EPBS is the graduate business school of ENPC (also known as École des Ponts ParisTech), which is one of France’s oldest and most prestigious engineering institutions. ENPC is the School’s parent institution, and this affiliation provides EPBS with a strong scientific and academic foundation. The business school was established within ENPC to complement its engineering excellence with management and leadership education. ENPC itself is a founding member of the Polytechnic Institute of Paris, situating EPBS within a broader network of leading French grande écoles. • Ponts Alliance (Alumni Association): The alumni of École des Ponts (both engineering and business school graduates) are represented by Ponts Alliance, a nonprofit association founded in 1860. The École des Ponts Business School Alumni Association operates under the French 1901 Law on associations and is integrated into Ponts Alliance. In practice, this means EPBS alumni are part of the wider Ponts Alumni community. Ponts Alliance serves over 13,000 graduates, providing networking, career services and continued engagement for alumni of the School. This affiliation ensures that the Business School’s alumni have access to a robust, multi-generational network and that they remain closely connected to the institution’s legacy and professional community. • Research and Innovation Centres: EPBS encompasses several specialised centers and labs that function as affiliated entities advancing the School’s mission: • The Circular Economy Research Center (CERC) – established in 2017 – leads research and training in circular economy and sustainable business, collaborating with industry and EU institutions. • CPC-Paris (Center for Policy and Competitiveness) – focusing on policy analysis, competitiveness and economic development strategies. • CASE – Center for Advanced Studies and Expertise (CASE-Africa) – concentrating on emerging market business practices and case study research in developing economies. • INSPIRE Lab – the cybersecurity and privacy innovation lab addressing EU cyber policies (as noted above). • Smart Health & Social Innovation (SHSI) Lab – driving healthcare innovation and policy-oriented research. These centres are integral parts of EPBS and are directed by faculty, but often operate in partnership with external organisations and funding programmes. They exemplify how the School’s structure includes semi-autonomous units focusing on key thematic areas. For instance, EPBS’s centres have their own industry advisory boards and partner networks, and they produce outputs (research papers, pilot projects, policy advice) that feed into both the School’s curriculum and European policy discussions. • International Programme Partnerships: The School has established affiliated programmes abroad in collaboration with local institutions. EPBS runs an international campus in Casablanca, Morocco, offering Global Executive MBA and certificate programmes tailored to regional needs. In China, EPBS delivers specialised Executive MBA and Doctorate programmes (in areas like aviation management and intelligent manufacturing) through partnerships – for example, an Executive MBA in Aeronautics in cooperation with Tsinghua University in Beijing, and DBA programmes in Shanghai conducted in conjunction with local academic partners. These partnerships are formal agreements that extend EPBS’s educational reach. While not separate legal entities of the School, they are significant affiliated ventures that underscore EPBS’s global engagement and its alignment with European educational cooperation initiatives. • Ponts Foundation: The Fondation des Ponts (Ponts Foundation) is an independent foundation linked to ENPC and its alumni, which supports educational development, scholarships and research across the Ponts institutions. EPBS benefits from this broader ecosystem; for example, joint fundraising campaigns and sponsored research chairs often involve the Foundation’s support (though EPBS does not directly administer the foundation). This affiliation exemplifies the support structure around the School, ensuring resources for innovation and social impact projects are available in line with its mission.