# The ESCP Brand Platform History Founded by entrepreneurs over two centuries ago, ESCP is the world’s first business school. Since its founding, ESCP has upheld strong beliefs and a commitment to educating people who are driven by a desire to create change and who embody three main strengths: accountability, boldness, and creativity. An accountable business school: In 1819, ESCP was founded for the general interest of business and local communities, training entrepreneurs to act for progress and the common good. A bold business school: In 1999, at well over 100 years old, ESCP underwent a major transformation by merging with EAP to become the first European business school. Today, we embrace European values and disseminate a new kind of management education based on co-construction, innovation, challenge and constant questioning. A creative business school: Whether through innovative teaching methods like «Art Thinking» or through programmes at the ESCP Blue Factory that support student and alumni entrepreneurs, ESCP encourages students to become creative leaders—individuals who seek to understand, think critically and question themselves and society. Home Page Home Page Home Page Previous Previous Next Next