Economics and Management

Faculty of Economics and Management

Combining academic excellence, professional experience and a commitment to responsible management, UCLy's Faculty of Economics and Management prepares students to address the economic, environmental and societal challenges of tomorrow.

ESDES Lyon Business School (Lyon & Annecy)

ESDES is UCLy's Business School, with campuses in Lyon and Annecy. The School contributes to the development of a more responsible economy through the commitment of its faculty, staff, students, alumni and partners.

A member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), ESDES holds the prestigious AACSB accreditation and its Grande École Programme is accredited by EFMD. As part of UCLy, students benefit from an international university environment, interdisciplinary learning and close links with the University's seven faculties and professional schools.

Located in the heart of Lyon and Annecy, two of France's most attractive cities for studying, living and working, ESDES offers students an ideal environment in which to develop academically and professionally.

ESQESE

For more than 30 years, ESQESE has been preparing students for careers in Quality, Health, Safety, Environment (QHSE) and environmental transition, offering programmes up to Master’s level. These areas of expertise are increasingly sought after by organisations facing major environmental, regulatory and societal challenges.

The School combines academic learning with extensive professional experience through work-study programmes, internships, applied projects and close partnerships with leading organisations and professional networks. Its educational approach also promotes human values, collective intelligence and personalised support throughout each student’s academic journey.

Tourism Development – Le Puy-en-Velay

The Bachelor's Degree in Tourism Development, based in Le Puy-en-Velay, prepares students for careers in tourism management, destination development and event management.

Students develop the skills required to design and manage tourism projects while addressing the social, environmental and economic challenges facing the sector.

In addition to the Bachelor's Degree, UCLy offers a unique University Certificate in France dedicated to sustainable and responsible tourism, helping students understand and respond to the major social, technological, economic and geopolitical transformations shaping the tourism industry.