The governance of Mines Saint-Étienne is structured to support our mission as a driving force for innovations with societal impact. It is based on a democratic and collegial framework, ensuring transparency, collaboration, and efficiency.

Major decisions are made in consultation with the School Council, a deliberative body representing various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and industrial and academic partners. This council defines the school’s strategic direction and ensures coherence in its policies and initiatives.

Jacques Fayolle, Director of the School, in the Council Room.
Jacques Fayolle, Director of the School, in the Council Room.

The school is led by a Director, appointed by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, who oversees the global strategywith the support of the executive team. This team includes two Deputy Directors, functional directors, and heads of research and education centres.

To ensure participatory governance, Mines Saint-Étienne also relies on several thematic committees (research, education, sustainable development, and social and environmental responsibility). These committees ensure that all stakeholders’ voices are heard, fostering innovation and practical solutions to societal challenges.

Mines Saint-Étienne is a member of Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT), a major player in higher education and research in France. IMT brings together several top engineering and management schools, supporting economic, industrial, and societal transitions through an innovative and collaborative approach. This affiliation provides access to a national and international network of academic and industrial partners, reinforcing the school’s mission in education and research for the benefit of society.

School Council

The School Council is established in accordance with Decree No. 2012-279 (amended) of 28 February 2012 relating to Institut Mines-Télécom, and the Order of 5 December 2016 concerning École nationale supérieure des mines de Saint-Étienne.

Appointed by joint decree of the Minister of Industry and the Minister of Electronic Communications.

  • Dominique Poiroux
    President of Healthynvest

These members are selected for their expertise in education, science, technology, economics, and industry. They are appointed by the Chair of the Board of Directors of Institut Mines-Télécom, following the board’s approval.

  • Christine Caviglioli, Vice President, Automotive & Mobility Services, THALES
  • Yasmina Elahda, Head of Strategic Deals at Orange Business
  • Thierry Esmilaire, Chief Executive Officer, Aésio-Santé Group
  • Alix Leroy, Head of R&D, HEF
  • Marc Palazon, Chief Executive Officer, SMILE
  • Sylvain Vitet, Adviser to the EDF Group Executive Director, Nuclear and Thermal Generation Division

Selected in consultation with alumni associations, this representative is appointed by the Chair of the Board of Directors of Institut Mines-Télécom, following the board’s approval.

  • Stéphane MANGIAVACCA – President of the Alumni Association

Appointed by joint decision of the Minister of Industry and the Minister of Electronic Communications, ensuring gender balance.

Five Representatives of the State

On behalf of the Minister of Industry:

  • Nomination pending
    Substitute: Élodie Conan, Head of the Strategic Sectors and Innovation Unit, at the Regional Directorate for the Economy, Employment, Labour and Solidarity (DREETS) Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

On behalf of the Minister of Electronic Communications:

  • Philippe Laval, Head of the Schools Supervisory Mission at the CGEIET
    Alternate: Hélène Le Du, Deputy Head of the Schools Supervisory Mission at the CGEIET

On the proposal of the Minister of Higher Education:

  • Angélique DIAZ, Chief of Staff to the Rector’s Delegate for Higher Education, Research and Innovation for the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Academic Region

On the proposal of the Minister of Research:

  • Béatrice Burdin – Deputy Regional Delegate for Research and Innovation in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region

On the proposal of the Minister of Budget:

  • Sandrine Chalaye-Levy, Senior Inspector of Public Finances at the Loire Departmental Directorate of Public Finances
    Substitute: Ludovic Stheme de Jubecourt, Divisional Inspector of Public Finances at the Loire Departmental Directorate of Public Finances

Three Representatives of Local Authorities or Their Groups
(Appointed on the proposal of their executive bodies)

Representative of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Regional Council:

  • Aline Mouseghian
    Alternate: Laurence Bussiere

Representative of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Regional Council:

  • Patricia Colin
    Deputy: Suzelle Ayot

Representative of Saint-Étienne Métropole:

  • Christophe Faverjon, Vice President of Saint-Étienne Métropole in charge of higher education
    Substitute: Charles Dallara

Two Representatives of Teaching and Research Staff

  • Jenny Faucheu
    Alternate: Agnès Roussy
  • Fabien Badeig
    Alternate: David Eglin

One Representative of Other Staff Categories

  • Sophie Magand
    Alternate: Lucas Cortes

Three Representatives of Students

  • 1 en cycle doctoral :
    • Daniel Resende
      Substitute: Asma Benyahia
  • 2 in Engineering Programme Representatives:
    • Milo Le Bozec
      Alternate: Marin Sauzay
    • Séréna Chapelet
      Alternate: Soulaf Allali
  • Cécile Dubarry, Director General of IMT, represented by Vincent Charvillat
  • Frédéric Curaut, Principal Accountant of IMT
  • Anaël Carlat – Director of Financial Affairs
  • Anne-Sophie Chambon – Accountant
  • Members of the Executive Committee