TBS Education awarded with the 2nd place in the 2025 CSR ranking

TBS Education makes it to the podium in the social responsibility category by winning 2^nd place in the 2025 Challenges CSR Ranking. Moreover, the school was also awarded an amazing position in the ranking with the 3rd place for social inclusion.

These awards confirm the institution accomplishes its objective to create an inclusive and just society.

It is not just a ranking, but also the reflection of the statement TBS Education makes as a role model who’s a school with a mission and focuses on building a positive impact.

An evaluation grounded on empirical social metrics

Challenges CSR bases its ranking on indicators that concretely demonstrate values like equality, inclusion and diversity. They evaluate:

• the proportion of scholarship students,
• the amount of students on work-study programmes,
• the share of women within the permanent faculty,
• the Pénicaud Index measuring gender equality,
• the DD&RS label, which attests to a mature and structured sustainability strategy.

TBS Education distinguishes itself through the strength and continuity of its initiatives, securing its place as the second-leading business school in France.

A third-place ranking in social inclusion: a pillar of our mission

Social inclusion lies at the heart of TBS Education’s values. The school’s third-place ranking in this domain is a testament to its tangible efforts and consistent dedication to promoting accessibility:

• Scholarship representation that surpasses the national average for business schools,
• Enhanced financial accessibility via work-study programs, financial aid initiatives, and personalized support,
• Collaborations with high schools, equal-opportunity organizations, and local partners,
• Comprehensive student support, including tutoring, mentoring, and individualized academic guidance,
• Proactive measures to dismantle social, cultural, and geographical barriers—both at admission and throughout the academic experience.

This recognition reaffirms TBS Education’s commitment to fostering social diversity as a shared strength and a catalyst for meaningful change.

A holistic CSR strategy in harmony with the school’s core mission

TBS Education’s outstanding CSR achievements stem from sustained and multifaceted initiatives:

• Curricular innovation to integrate key transition challenges into academic programs,
• Growth in impact-driven research to address societal and environmental issues,
• Ongoing enhancement of internal processes and operational practices,
• Active involvement of students in sustainability efforts,
• Consistent attainment of the DD&RS label, reflecting strong governance and a well-established commitment to sustainability.

Additionally, TBS Education embraces the “ACT Pas à Pas” decarbonization framework, tailored for higher education based on ADEME’s low-carbon strategy.

“Defining a realistic and ambitious decarbonisation trajectory means giving TBS Education a coherent direction, fully aligned with what we teach our students,” explains Béatrice Chandellier, Director of Societal Transition.

explains Béatrice Chandellier, Director of Societal Transition.

Simultaneously, the school is undertaking its second carbon footprint assessment and advancing its initiatives tied to the DD&RS label. These efforts are interconnected, collectively underpinning the development of the new strategic plan, rooted in a firm commitment to setting a leading example.

A milestone that fuels our shared vision

Achieving 2nd place nationally validates the effectiveness and integrity of TBS Education’s approach. This recognition inspires the school to deepen its mission of cultivating responsible leaders who can shape a future that is both sustainable and inclusive.

TBS Education remains dedicated to innovation, experimentation, and leadership, ensuring that corporate social responsibility is not only a cornerstone of its strategy but also a lived experience for students, partners, and the broader community.