Next Chair Forum on Thursday, September 11 from 12 to 4pm
Program Presentation on Friday, September 12 at 12pm
ADMISSION
Students wishing to apply to the LVMH Chair must:
Be keen to develop a professional path through the luxury industry. Throughout the duration of the program, the Chair and LVMH are setting up numerous initiatives to open professional opportunities within LVMH group.
Have a global mindset and proficiency in English.
A working level of French is high value to build a career in this industry. Foreign students should commit to starting or continuing learning the French language during the duration of the Chair.
A first experience in luxury is a plus.
They should also possess a strong analytical as well as a creative skill set, allowing them to understand the "big picture" of the luxury industry while maintaining a sharp focus on the details.
Finally, students may have an interest in working in any position in the luxury industry, ranging from creation, marketing, merchandising, communication, retail, supply chain, sustainability, or finance.
LVMH Chair is only available to ESSEC students in MSc in Management, MSc. in Hospitality Management, MSc in Sustainability Transformation and the Master in Digital Marketing (MMD). You first have to become an ESSEC STUDENT before applying to the Chair.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1: Online Application on the ESSEC website (Opening on August 25 and closing on September 25, 2025), including an individual recorded video statement.
Step 2: Face to face interview for selected candidates (October 6 and 7, 2025)
Individual recorded video statement – Deadline: September 25
This step will allow us to see your profile beyond your CV. You will answer a few questions provided in the application form, using your computer or mobile device. Ensure that your internet connection is stable and your audio is clear (we recommend using headphones).
Face to Face interview - October 6 and 7, 2025
Pre-selected candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview on Cergy Campus.Candidates will face a jury of 2 people (1 professor from ESSEC, 1 HR representative from LVMH) for a dynamic interview of about 10 minutes.