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ESCEM School of Business
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ESCEM School of Business & Management
ESCEM is ranked among the top institutions of the French Higher Education System. Each year, ESCEM recruits approximately 70 visiting professors from various countries to provide a new outlook on economic, social and cultural aspects of business. Over fifteen percent of the student population is international and every day over 25 nationalities mingle on campus. This is a great setting if you wish to enhance your knowledge of French language, culture and business. ESCEM School of Business and Management boasts two beautiful campuses in Poitiers and Tours, each with its unique identity and charm. You may fall in love with France as you study in either of these picturesque European cities.
 
Poitiers, France
Poitiers is a mid-sized town located about an hour and a half southwest of Paris. Home to two universities, students make up two-thirds of the city’s population. With its many restaurants, cafés and nightclubs, the city provides a lively and youthful atmosphere. Studying abroad in Poitiers will surely be an unforgettable experience for you. Undergraduate and graduate business courses offered in English. No French language background required.
 
Tours, France
Tours has been called one of France’s most hospitable and lively cities. Famous for fine cuisine, wine and castles, Tours is also home for nearly 30,000 students. Consider the possibilities of a semester in a city that captivates people with its landscape, traditions and rich culture. Undergraduate and graduate business courses offered in French. You must speak some French to participate.
 
Program Level: Undergraduate & Graduate
 
Program Information Links
Study Abroad University Homepage
Program Flier
 
Application Material
UNF Application
  Note: Students can get this application and return it to UNF's International Center (Building 10, Room 2470)
ESCEM Learning Agreement
ESCEM Program Application
Copy of Valid Passport (http://travel.state.gov)
  Note: Submit this material directly to Kate Mattingly (Building 42, Room 2021) not to the exchange partner or other UNF offices.
 
Other Information
Study Abroad Participant's Perspective
PowerPoint Slideshow (54 MB)
How Spring '09 Courses Can Count
ESCEM Grade Conversion Scale
ESCEM Credit Conversion Scale
Estimated Average Costs
Exchange Student Handbook
Accommodation
  The International Exchange Team at ESCEM works with you to find accommodations. Once accepted, ESCEM will send you an accommodation form to better understand your preferences. Rent for furnished communal apartments ranges from $190 - $500 per month, depending on preferences. It is common to pay a deposit of one month’s rent and a small contract fee.
Visa Information (http://travel.state.gov)
  Students are required to individually obtain the necessary visa for study abroad prior to departure. Most semester programs are more than 90 days. Students should visit the U.S. Department of State webpage which links to each country’s Embassy. Many visa applications must be made in person. Please plan ahead!
 
Contacts Abroad
Maggy Sourisseau (msourisseau@escem.fr)
International Exchange Assistant
Phone: + 33 5 49 60 59 13
Fax: + 33 5 49 60 58 30
 
 
 
 
         

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