Mission and values
A unique path, built on strong convictions: We believe change starts by opening up to others, which is essential to understanding the world.
Opening up the world: our raison d’être
SKEMA is a global institution of higher education and research. We prepare individuals to embrace openness and carry it forward. We ensure academic excellence, foster interdisciplinary knowledge, and promote a genuinely global mindset. Since 1892, we have been building a strong, inclusive community.
The world is changing rapidly. We believe that openness enables us to understand it, find our place in it, and learn how to make a meaningful contribution. This has been SKEMA's mission since its founding: to open the world to those who will drive it forward.
Our Manifesto
In a world that's closing in, we choose openness.
Opening the boundaries of knowledge to better understand a world in motion.
Opening every mind to embrace different ways of thinking.
Opening dialogue rather than fixing certainties.
Knowledge knows no boundaries.
It flows between countries, cultures, and disciplines.
It grows when we share it.
Education is not about having all the answers;
it is about challenging assumptions to help us better understand the world,
shed light on it, and engage with it.
We are SKEMA.
We believe that change begins with opening oneself up, and that we must open ourselves to the world to move it forward together.
SKEMA. World-Minded.
What makes us unique
Open to the world: Our campuses on five continents let every student choose their destination freely, with no quotas or priority order. Our global platform model ensures a multicultural experience and develops an international mindset.
Open knowledge: We expand knowledge into new fields. By combining disciplines, fostering an intrapreneurial culture, and maintaining an agile organization, we advance global education.
Open to greatness: We welcome those who aim for excellence. Our world-class faculty and researchers, comprehensive academic programs, and responsible approach to technology have earned us recognition among the world's top schools.
Open communities: We welcome past, present, and future talents, along with our partners, into the SKEMA community. Together, we have been building a global community of Skemians since 1892.
Openness embodied in five values
Our values stem from our purpose: making openness the foundation of progress. Five core values guide our actions and set us apart.
- Dare: We challenge established models, from pioneering the first business school merger to adopting an unconventional global structure and integrating AI early. Our pioneering spirit has defined us since 1892.
- Act for the world: We develop talents who drive societal transformation, not just career advancement. Understanding the world is the first step toward progress.
- Live diversity: With over 130 nationalities across five continents, diversity is not a backdrop; it is our foundation and greatest strength.
- Commit for the long term: We are dedicated to our community (students, faculty, staff, and alumni), society, and the planet. We view learning as a lifelong journey and support continuous development to address the challenges of a constantly changing world.
- Pursue excellence: We set high standards and foster rigor, discipline, and self-improvement in all areas. Our commitment to quality strengthens our international reputation and the trust of our students, partners, and alumni.