Brest Business School recently launched two new in-house institutes, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to education and innovation. These institutes, the Artificial Intelligence Institute and the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Institute, aim to address the growing challenges posed by artificial intelligence and business sustainability.

A vision focused on AI

During the inauguration, several political, economic and academic figures took part in this notorious event. The school’s administrators have reaffirmed their desire to serve the Breton territory for more than 60 years, thus training high-level graduates and adapting their programs to the changes observed in the economic world.

Artificial Intelligence and Business Sustainability are now at the heart of contemporary concerns. The launch of these two institutes demonstrates the school’s commitment to anticipating these major developments and offering analyses, forecasts and adapted training.

Meeting the challenges of AI and sustainability

Professor Benny Lo, computer science specialist atImperial College Londonwas appointed director of the Artificial Intelligence Institute. Since its opening, this institute has received a donation of 300,000 euros from the Singaporean group GMC, which has also committed to investing an additional million euros to support 20 international students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Focus on the ESG Institute

For its part, the ESG Institute will be led by Professor Dongmei Jiang. This institute will mainly focus on climate change and carbon neutralitycrucial issues for the modern economy and the future of human societies. The group Weidongmain shareholder of Brest Business School, also played a fundamental role in this initiative.

Mr. Duanrui Wang, Chairman of Weidong Group, expressed his support for the school’s projects, emphasizing that the establishment of these two institutes represents a turning point in the evolution of the establishment.

A research and innovation network serving the region

With its strong research culture, Brest Business School relies on its faculty of permanent teacher-researchers to navigate these transformations. By emphasizing sustainable development and artificial intelligence, the institution aspires to become a major player in the West of France.

This strategic development is not limited to the region; it also extends to a international ambition. The establishment wishes to attract talented students from diverse backgrounds and strengthen its network on a global scale.

The inauguration of the Artificial Intelligence Institute and the ESG Institute of Brest Business School not only marks an institutional step forward but also announces a educational revolution focused on contemporary issues. With renowned figures leading these initiatives, the school is opening itself to new perspectives, engaging the next generation of students in an ever-changing world.