Crack the brief with AlphaSights x Emlyon Business School

Are you ready to put your commercial thinking and business acumen to the test? AlphaSights invites you to an exclusive workshop offering a unique insight into the AlphaSights Client Service Team, highlighting the role of industry experts in driving competitive advantage and the value firms like AlphaSights bring to the knowledge economy.

By registering to this workshop, you'll get the opportunity to be selected for an exclusive dinner with our team! Please see additional details in the "How to Register" section.

Date: Monday, 12th January

Time: 6pm - 7pm / 7.30pm CET

Location: Emlyon Business School campus

What to Expect from the Workshop:

Step into the shoes of an AlphaSights Associate in this interactive workshop. You’ll work in teams on a real client brief, breaking down the commercial value chain and pinpointing the right industry experts to help a consulting firm solve a strategic challenge. Your group will then present your recommendations to one of our senior leaders and receive personalised feedback.

What You’ll Gain:

• Commercial Thinking - Learn to unpack complex business problems and map the value chain


• Problem-Solving - Apply structured, logical thinking to real-world scenarios


• Business acumen - Identify and assess relevant industry experts, competitors, and market trends to inform recommendations


• Meaningful Connections: Hear from and engage with Martin Préaudat - Vice President and Gabriel Bussion - Associate director at AlphaSights, both who has experienced tremendous growth and success in their career!

AlphaSights is particularly interested in Emlyon students who:

• Thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. 


• Possess a client-first mindset. 


• Excel under pressure and enjoy working to tight deadlines. 


• Are gritty, resilient and ready to roll up your sleeves and make things happen.

How to Register:

• Due to a limited number of spaces, we kindly ask you to sign up by 9am on Friday 9th of January 2026.


• Language Skills: Ideal candidates are fluent in both English and a European language (French, Spanish, Italian, German, Swedish, Dutch, Danish, Norwegian)


• Please note:




• The workshop is limited to 30 carefully selected students. Successful applicants will receive their official invitations by email on Friday 12pm, 9th January 2026. 


• The networking dinner is limited to 10 carefully selected students. Details of the dinner will be sent to successful applicants by email on Monday, 12th January 2026.

Register today, and we look forward to meeting you in person!