CESI

About CESI

Founded in 1958 by companies, CESI is an engineering school with 25 campuses across France, equipped with state-of-the-art educational and research facilities. We have 110,000 alumni, 8,000 host companies, and over 130 partnerships with universities worldwide. CESI is committed to social mobility, accessibility, and the professional integration of its graduates, while continuously developing its academic excellence. Our mission is to prepare students for emerging professions and meet the needs of companies by offering programs from bachelor's to master's levels. Recognizing the critical importance of integrating human aspects with technology, CESI offers a comprehensive range of programs in Management and Human Resources. The CESI engineering school also supports companies in their energy and digital transitions through a B2B offering that includes professional training and apprenticeships. Our governance comprises business leaders and representatives from six professional branches: UIMM (Union of Metallurgical Industries and Professions), FFB (French Federation of Building), FNTP (National Federation of Public Works), FFIE (French Federation of Electrical Integrators), Numeum, and as of May 2023, UTP (Union of Public and Rail Transport). CESI is a member of HESAM Université. CESI LINEACT, certified as a Research Team (UR 7527) in 2019 by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, following evaluation by HCERES, conducts applied research to address the challenges faced by companies, industrial sectors, and territories. Positioned at the heart of technological and societal transformations, CESI LINEACT develops innovative solutions for Industry 5.0, Construction 4.0, and sustainable cities. Integrated into the educational process, research at CESI aims to help students tackle the technological challenges we face.