About ESA Business School
ESA Business School, also known as École Supérieure des Affaires, is a prominent business school based in the Clemenceau district of Beirut. Founded in 1996, it was created to deliver world-class management education in Lebanon, drawing on strong academic ties with leading European institutions while remaining rooted in the Lebanese and regional business context.
ESA offers a broad portfolio of programs, including its flagship Executive MBA, full-time and part-time MBAs, specialised masters degrees, and a wide range of executive education and corporate training courses. Its faculty and visiting professors serve students and professionals from Lebanon and across the Middle East, and the school is a recognised hub for research, conferences and business networking.
Why ESA Business School Matters
ESA has helped professionalise management and entrepreneurship in Lebanon, producing generations of leaders across finance, industry and services. By offering internationally credible qualifications close to home, it retains and develops local talent, strengthens the business ecosystem, and connects Lebanese managers to global standards and networks despite a challenging economic environment.