Internationalisation models are maturing with the emergence of several new organisational missions and forms. Traditional approaches to internationalisation are also giving way to new models and engagements focused on responsibility and societal impact.
This workshop tackles these critical questions and allows participants to re-think internationalisation strategies and practices in light of emerging industry models and new global imperatives. Your readiness for and contribution to Internationalisation 2.0 will be assessed using a mix of audit and planning tools, specifically focusing on such topics as sustainable internationalisation and international risk management. Discussing and exchanging with your peers will make an integral part of the workshop.
This workshop will be especially relevant to professionals responsible for driving and implementing the internationalisation strategy of an institution – deans/directors/associate deans of internationalisation, external relations, or research centres; directors and heads of international offices. Knowing the strategy and having a say in it is a must.
The programme will combine individual reflection and collective learning to help participants to:
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be issued an EFMD-endorsed digital certificate.
08:30 – 09:00
Registration
09:00 – 09:30
Introduction & Icebreaking activity
09:30 – 10:45
Session 1: The changing context of internationalisation today
10:45 – 11:00
Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30
Session 2: Profiling your internationalisation strategy and journey
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 14:45
Session 3: The 7C model – Taking a resource-based view
14:45 – 15:15
Coffee break
15:15 – 17:15
Session 4: A value-based approach to internationalisation
19:30 – 22:00
Restaurant dinner
09:00 – 10:30
Session 5: STRIVE: Dimensions for Action
10:30 – 11:00
Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30
Session 5 continued
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 15:15
Session 6: Moving forward and building a provisional action
15:15 – 16:15
Session 7: Wrap-up with live polling & closing remarks
Recommended hotels:
1. Hôbou**** (ex-Acanthe)
9-11, Rhine and Danube Roundabout
92100 Boulogne – Billancourt
-located about 800 m from the campus
2. Le Parchamp****
114, Route de la Reine
92100 Boulogne-Billancourt
3. Ibis Styles Paris Boulogne Marcel Sembat***
92, Boulevard de la République
92100 Boulogne-Billancourt
Early bird fee until 16 May 2026 included
Registration fee as of 17 May 2026
Cancellations must be confirmed in writing. If EFMD is notified of your withdrawal by 31 May 2026, an administrative cancellation fee of 75€ + 10 % VAT will apply. After this date, we regret that no refunds can be issued. However, substitutions are allowed at no additional cost, provided EFMD is informed of the substitute’s name, title, and address. Event fees are not transferable to other EFMD events.
Please note that if payment (or proof of payment) is not received by 20 June 2026, your name will not be included in the participants’ list.

ESSCA – School of Management
73 rue de Sèvres
92100 Boulogne-Billancourt
France
Paris at the end of June is usually warm and pleasant, with daytime temperatures typically ranging from 22–28°C (72–82°F) and long daylight hours. Participants are advised to bring light summer clothing, while also packing a light jacket or umbrella for occasional evening showers or cooler nights.
Travel times from the ESSCA campus area to major Paris attractions:
| Attraction | Metro / Train | Taxi/Uber |
|---|---|---|
| Eiffel Tower | 20–30 min | 15–20 min |
| Arc de Triomphe | 25–35 min | 20–25 min |
| Louvre Museum | 35–45 min | 25–35 min |
| Saint-Germain-des-Prés | 30–40 min | 20–30 min |
| Montmartre | 45–60 min | 30–40 min |
| Champs-Élysées | 30–40 min | 20–30 min |
The ESSCA Paris campus is in Boulogne-Billancourt, just southwest of central Paris, near the Seine and the Pont de Saint-Cloud metro station. It is not in the middle of the classic tourist core (Louvre / Latin Quarter / Marais), but it is still very well connected and in a pleasant, upscale residential area.