How French Management Research Shapes Business and Society: Pascale Bueno Merino in EFMD Global Focus

An article published in EFMD Global Focus highlights the academic, societal and professional impact of French research in management science and business administration. Pascale Bueno Merino, professor at EMLV, co-authored this publication alongside Jean-Luc Herrmann as part of the FNEGE Observatory on French Research in Management Science and Business Administration.

Research in management science shapes organisations, informs public debate and contributes to the evolution of higher education. In EFMD Global Focus, Pascale Bueno Merino and Jean-Luc Herrmann analyse how French research in management and business administration influences academic communities, companies, students and society at large.

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A publication based on the FNEGE Observatory

The article draws on data collected through the FNEGE Observatory on French Research in Management Science and Business Administration, launched in 2022 with the support of the Conference of Directors of French Business Schools (CDEFM) and the IAE France Network.

An online survey conducted among 57 French research laboratories examined several dimensions of research activity, including scientific production, pedagogical contributions, collaboration with organisations and societal impact.

According to the study, French laboratories produced approximately 20,000 academic journal articles over five years, alongside books, conference papers and educational resources.

The publication also highlights the international dimension of this research ecosystem. Three-quarters of the articles published in FNEGE-ranked journals were written in English, reflecting the global visibility of French management research.

Research connected to teaching and professional practice

The article underlines the close relationship between research and higher education. Research outputs contribute directly to teaching materials, case studies, pedagogical innovation and doctoral supervision. The Observatory estimates that more than 530,000 students in France are enrolled in management-related programmes at university and business school levels.

This connection between research and pedagogy is aligned with the academic approach developed at EMLV. The Programme Grande École integrates research-informed teaching, applied projects and interdisciplinary perspectives throughout the curriculum. The school’s positioning combines management, technology and societal awareness, supported by collaboration with ESILV and IIM within the Pôle Léonard de Vinci ecosystem.

Research also contributes to professional environments through collaborative projects, media contributions and partnerships with organisations. The article notes that more than four out of five French laboratories participate in funded research programmes involving regional, national or international partners.

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Sustainability and societal transitions at the centre of research topics

Another major focus of the publication concerns environmental and societal transitions. French research laboratories increasingly focus on sustainable development, responsible consumption, green logistics, renewable energy, and social responsibility.

The article identifies several Sustainable Development Goals frequently addressed by French management researchers, including responsible consumption and production (SDG12), industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG9), sustainable cities and communities (SDG11), and climate action (SDG13).

These themes resonate with EMLV’s academic orientation. The Programme Grande École incorporates modules linked to ecological transition, responsible management and the social impact of organisations. Students also engage in interdisciplinary hackathons, the Ecological Mindset and Positive Impact pathway, and projects connected to sustainability challenges.

International visibility for French management research

The publication in EFMD Global Focus contributes to the international visibility of French research in management science and business administration. It also reflects the growing role of academic research in shaping discussions around technological transformation, sustainability and organisational change.

At EMLV, research activities support a pedagogical model centred on hybrid skills, international openness and understanding of contemporary business transitions. This approach is reinforced by an international faculty and research output focused on topics such as artificial intelligence, sustainable finance, cybersecurity, and responsible leadership.

Interested in EMLV’s research-driven approach to management education? Learn more about the Programme Grande École and its specialisations in management, finance, digital transformation and sustainability.

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