Elise MARESCAUX

Elise MARESCAUX is a Full Professor and Dean for Faculty at IÉSEG School of Management in France, specializing in Human Resource Management (HRM). She holds a Ph.D. and Master's in Business Economics from KU Leuven. Her research focuses on HR differentiation, idiosyncratic deals (i-deals), talent management, and organizational behavior. She has held leadership roles, including Head of the Department of 'People, Organizations and Negotiation' and Track Coordinator for Human Resource Management. Her work bridges HR practices with employee outcomes, emphasizing developmental HRM, leadership, and work-family dynamics.

Education:

• Ph.D., Business Economics, KU Leuven (2013)
• Master of Science, Business Economics, KU Leuven (2008)
• Bachelor in Business Economics, KU Leuven (2007)

Research Interests: Elise’s work explores how HR practices impact employee well-being, performance, and organizational outcomes. Key themes include:

• Idiosyncratic deals and their effects on co-workers and employees
• Talent management strategies and their ethical implications
• Developmental HRM practices and leadership roles
• Work-family balance and organizational culture
• High performance work practices and innovation

Publications & Awards: Her research has been recognized with the 2014 Emerald/EFMD Outstanding Doctoral Research Award and the 2008 Acerta Best Paper Award. Recent articles examine i-deals, elite workforce dynamics, and cross-cultural leadership, reflecting her focus on practical HR challenges.

Teaching & Leadership: Elise teaches courses on HRM, talent management, and research methodology. As Dean, she oversees faculty development and academic programs. She co-authored chapters on talent management in Routledge’s companion series and contributed to theoretical frameworks in HR differentiation.

Labs & Teams: Her work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly with colleagues at KU Leuven and IÉSEG, focusing on organizational behavior and HRM systems.