Partner programme
EMA Sustainable Academy Summer 2026
A summer programme in business, sustainability & global strategy — in the heart of Paris. Up to 40 ECTS credits across June–August.
A consistent & modular structure
Discovery
One topic per seminar, six start dates across the summer. An ideal introduction to Paris and EMA's academic environment.
Intensive
A focused one-month format covering two seminars, with optional French or English language add-ons for deeper immersion.
August launch
An August-only option for a late-summer start, handled via Admissions. Includes visa label support.
Bridge term
A full summer term with six seminars, language options, and visa support. Starts June 1st — the most comprehensive option.
Seminar topics are subject to change each year.
Entry & language requirements
Summer 2026 schedule
Financial logic behind entrepreneurial decisions. Vocabulary and frameworks to assess trade-offs with confidence.
Core strategy frameworks used in global organisations. Structured thinking and clear strategic communication.
The shared language of sustainability — from core concepts to the SDGs. Mapping challenges, stakeholders, and trade-offs.
From frameworks to decision tools and solution pathways. How organisations translate sustainability into action.
The legal backbone of international business. Contracts, deal terms, and cross-border risk explained clearly.
ESG logic, ethics, accountability, and decision-making under scrutiny. A practical lens for modern organisations.
July 14th is a bank holiday in France — all schools will be closed.
Our programmes
2 weeks
A focused two-week deep dive into one seminar topic. Six start dates across the summer — ideal for students wanting a standalone academic experience in Paris.
4 weeks
Four weeks covering two consecutive seminars. Three start dates give flexibility, with a stronger academic commitment and more ECTS to transfer to your home institution.
4 weeks
Two EMA seminars in the afternoons combined with French language classes at CCFS each morning. Full immersion in Parisian academic and cultural life.
4 weeks
Two EMA seminars in the afternoons paired with English language classes at English Path each morning. Sharpen academic English while earning business credits.
12 weeks
All six EMA seminars plus a complete French language course at CCFS from June to August.
12 weeks
All six EMA seminars plus a complete English language course at English Path from June to August.
4 weeks
A late-summer start for students who can't join earlier. Four weeks at CCFS covering two seminars, with visa label support. Admission via the Admissions team only.
Additional details
What you receive
All programmes award a Certificate of Completion from EMA. Language add-on programmes additionally award a certificate from CCFS or English Path. The 12-week Bridge Term is the only programme with a final examination and a Certificate of Level.
Where you study
Seminars take place at EMA (afternoons), 98 Rue Didot, Paris 14ème. French language classes at CCFS (mornings), 7-11 avenue des chasseurs, 75017 Paris, France. English language classes at English Path (mornings)*. The August launch is based entirely at CCFS.
*EMA and English Path are located on the same campus.
Where you stay
For Discovery, Intensive, and August launch participants — contact us for more information on accommodation. It is not available for Bridge Term programmes. Contact us early — availability is limited during summer.