A measurable and significant impact
The program has proven remarkably effective on participants’ behaviors and well-being, reinforcing the relevance of Omind’s competency model and its systemic approach inspired by the graph theory.
OMIND X HEC PARIS
HEC trains students on the human skills that are essential for professional success
HEC Paris called on Omind to design a course focusing on the human skills that are essential for employability: stress management, creativity, empathy, negotiation and decision-making. By choosing neuroscience and gaming, the school wanted to energize its program and better prepare its students for future challenges.
Context
HEC Paris asked Omind to offer students a development program focusing on human skills (stress and emotion management, decision-making, creativity, empathy, negotiation), considered to be one of the key levers for employability ¹.
The program had a twofold objective: help students get to know each other better and improve their well-beingwhile preparing them for the complex professional challenges of today and tomorrow ² .
¹ Cunningham, Wendy V., and Paula Villaseñor. “Employer voices, employer demands, and implications for public skills development policy connecting the labor and education sectors.” The World Bank Research Observer 31.1 (2016): 102-134.
² Tusyanah, T., Handoyo, E., Suryanto, E., Indi̇ra, F. R., & Mayasari, T. M. (2023). What Affects Students’ Academic Performance and Soft Skills Based on the Community of Inquiry (CoI) Theory?. International Journal of Technology in Education (IJTE), 6(1).
An immersive and structured program to maximize impact
This 18-hour course has been designed to engage, assess and transform students’ skills through a dynamic and interactive approach
Online games
(60')
Students started by assessing their skills through a bulk of online behaviour tests.
Interactive results summary (30')
A module enabled participants to gain a better understanding of their strengths and areas for improvement, promoting personal awareness.
E-learning modules (50' each)
Made of psychoeducational content and practical exercises, these 16 modules made it easier to integrate learning into their daily routines.
Group Masterclasses
(60')
Three collaborative sessions enabled peer-to-peer exchanges and interactive learning.
This program combines innovation, flexibility and real impact: it empowers students, accurately measures their progress and constantly adapts to their needs. A unique approach that we recommend without hesitation.
Amar Taki, Executive Director of Pedagogical Innovation at HEC
Results & performance
Very positive feedback from students
The 8.2/10 recommendation rate shows that Omind’s approach has not only enriched students’ skills, but also boosted their well-being and self-confidence.
Testimonial
Amar Taki
Program sponsor, Executive Director of Pedagogical Innovation at HEC
Why did you choose Omind? What were HEC's main expectations for this program?
We chose to work with Omind because of their innovative, high-impact pedagogy, perfectly adapted to the digital format. After Covid, we moved to a hybrid model with face-to-face courses, but also autonomous online courses, and we needed a solution that met these new needs.
Our aim was to prepare students for the professional world by helping them better manage their time and develop their sense of responsibility. At this stage, many are still unaware of the importance of people skills in their future careers.
Omind stood out for its innovative approach based on neuroscience, game-based teaching and concrete results.
How would you describe working with Omind's team throughout the program?
Working with Omind’s team has been very rewarding. Always listening and available, they were able to adapt and continuously improve the training to meet our specific needs.
The methods used (immersive games, e-learning modules, masterclasses), supported by neuroscience, have brought a real dynamic to the program. They make learning both engaging and empowering. Students become actors within their own learning process, free to progress at their own pace, and to continue or pause as they see fit. It’s an approach that clearly sets us apart from more conventional training courses.
What concrete impact has this program had on your students?
The program has had a very positive impact on our students. Thanks to Nicolas’ attentive monitoring and rigorous assessment, we were able to observe their progress throughout the course.
The figures speak for themselves: the results are extremely encouraging, whether in terms of self-awareness, improved well-being or commitment to their career path. The program has enabled them to better understand themselves, feel more aligned, and fully invest in their personal and professional development.
Did the data provided by Omind with the co-pilot meet your expectations?
Absolutely. I wasn’t expecting such clear-cut developments. The data provided by Omind is quantified, precise, and clearly shows the program impact. We can really measure the students’ progress objectively, whether in terms of self-awareness, well-being or commitment. This has enabled us to track their progress objectively and evaluate the effectiveness of the training in a very concrete way.
In your opinion, what are the strengths that differentiate this program from other approaches?
- One of the great strengths of this program, I’d say, is its ability to evolve. It’s not a fixed course: it constantly adapts to the needs of the students and the objectives set.
- During the training, Omind’s team was very available, both to support students and to find ways of actively involving them. This helped maintain a high level of commitment throughout the course.
- And finally, the debriefing is a real highlight. It’s not just a matter of bringing the training to a close, but of offering structured, rich feedback with reliable data that opens the door to continuous improvement. This program is designed to be a living, dynamic experience, always on the move.
Would you recommend this program to other institutions? If so, why?
Yes, of course! We’re very satisfied with the program. Not only has it lived up to our expectations, but it has also had a real impact on the students. It’s an innovative, flexible and effective approach that adapts to our needs. We would be delighted to explore other projects with Omind in the future.
