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1 France International Graduate Schools International Bachelors & Masters Offered by leading French Schools

2 FRANCE INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE SCHOOLS OUR MAIN CAMPUSES IN FRANCE WHERE WE ARE PARIS LYON France International Graduate Schools 2

3 MISSION STATEMENT Our core values are based on the belief that there can be no lasting economic success without social success. Our programs & training are built around humanist, ethical and entrepreneurial values. These values ensure the reconciliation of the needs of corporations and individuals, while allowing individuals to develop their professional and personal potential. We prepare people to develop and manage new business models and challenge paradigms in an increasingly interactive, complex and globalized economy. We provide exceptional opportunities for students and graduates through alumni networking and our network of partner companies that enhance the value of our programs. France International Graduate Schools is a consortium of 22 schools in France 20,000+ students 60,000+ alumni 8800 partner companies 20 locations in France and worldwide France International Graduate Schools 3

4 FRANCE INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE SCHOOLS THE MEMBERS 5 leading French schools have joined forces to offer international students a full range of Bachelors, Masters and MBA programs taught in English. The American Business School, Paris The American Business School of Paris is the perfect match for high school graduates and students interested in immersion into an international curriculum. It is also an excellent option for international students who want to pursue an American degree in Paris. The American Business School of Paris delivers an American Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA), which has received dual recognition in France and in the U.S, increasing the value of the American BBA for graduates seeking employment in a very competitive global market. Students who earn the school s BBA qualify for direct entry to Rider University s MBA program in the. CEFAM, Lyon CEFAM is the only business school in France that allows all of its students to study in the United States and simultaneously obtain two recognized degrees one French, and the other American. From high school graduation to an MBA degree, CEFAM is a school that has reinforced its difference through exceptional partnerships with major, AACSB accredited, American universities. ICD Business School, Paris ICD is the school of «management and business development». In contrast to other business schools, ICD trains operational, culturally sensitive and responsible business developers who can open new markets and who are client and network focused. ICD s approach is three dimensional «developing business, developing people, developing responsibility». ICD was created in 1980 by senior business executives, academics and prominent representatives of French society who decided that the school s education must blend a strong social commitment with the unconditional stance to be at the forefront of the best practices in business development. The pedagogical approach of ICD is centered on academic excellence and the acquisition of professional competencies. It is based on strong interaction between the faculty and the students which places them at the forefront of «action- research», project management, simulations and privileged corporate relations. France International Graduate Schools 4

5 IDRAC International School of Management, Paris/Lyon IDRAC was founded 47 years ago and constantly strives to anticipate and answer the issues of the changing world economy, as well as generational changes. The faculty and administration is convinced that being in contact with key players in the business world is crucial in order to be able, with them, to forecast their future challenges. Currently, IDRAC is located in 10 cities throughout France and has two European campuses in Ireland and Spain. The network of campuses allows for permanent interaction between IDRAC academia and the corporate world at national and at European level. It explains the strength and richness of its corporate network, and the quality of the professional opportunities for its graduates and alumni. IDRAC, numbering over 5,500 students, is organized in human size campuses. They are tremendous learning environments and also offer a welcoming atmosphere for the students. Demanding objectives associated with strong support, humanism and a sense of community represent IDRAC s strengths. They define the uniqueness of the school. IDRAC promotes a true school spirit that encompasses its founding values and stimulates individual. IGS School of Human Resources, Paris/Lyon Passionate about individuals At IGS, we believe every individual shapes their education and career with their own special talent and abilities. This philosophy has been guiding our choices for 37 years now, allowing our students to unleash their full potential and develop in their own unique way. Passionate about Human Resources The IGS Human Resources Institute has frequently been a catalyst for change in the HR profession in France. Currently, 8,500 IGS graduates can be found working in a vast array of HR teams in France and around the world. At IGS, we have always placed prime importance on building special, close relationships with partner companies. They prize our graduates practical skills and sought-after know-how, making us their number 1 choice for HR management training. We apply the same time-tested rationale to all our international HR programs. Passionate about the right balance between social and economic interests With global change gathering pace every day, boundaries between markets breaking down, certainties giving way to adaptability and agility being seen as a major competitive advantage, the human touch is the single most important factor to success. But to thrive, employees need a sense of purpose; they need individual achievements and a sense of community. At IGS, we feel this is where HR plays an essential role. It is a key partner to lead change management, give employees purpose and develop healthy, sustainable organizations. When HR Directors create value they have a rightful place alongside managers and play a crucial role in a company's success. These values ensure the reconciliation of the needs of corporations and individuals, while allowing individuals to develop their professional and personal potential. France International Graduate Schools 5

6 FRANCE INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE SCHOOLS INDEX What we offer Page 7 The American Business School Page 8 CEFAM Bachelor Page 10 IDRAC Bachelor Page 12 ICD Master in International Business Development Page 14 ICD Master in International Events Management Page 16 IGS Master in International Human Resources Management Page 18 IDRAC Gap Year Page 20 Visa application procedure Page 21 Partner Universities Page 22 Corporate Placements and Erasmus Page 24 Living in Paris Page 26 Living in Lyon Page 27 France International Graduate Schools 6

7 THE RANGE OF PROGRAMS WHAT WE OFFER Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Post Experience Undergraduate: BACHELORS Bachelor Bachelor Bachelor Gap Year Undergraduate: SUMMER PROGRAMS Summer sessions Summer sessions Summer sessions Summer sessions Summer sessions Summer sessions Summer sessions Graduate: 1 or 2-YEAR MASTERS Master Master Master Graduate: 1 or 2-YEAR MBAs MBA MBA B.U. MB FT/PT Executive MBA France International Graduate Schools 7

8 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PARIS AND THE USA PROGRAM OVERVIEW The BBA program is international in scope, open to students from around the world who seek to add an international dimension to their business studies. The American Business School program is comprehensive in nature, enabling students to fulfill requirements in both business and non-business fields. As a fundamentally American institution, its students benefit from the quality of an American business education in an international setting. 3 MAJORS International Business l International and Luxury Marketing l International Finance Examples of jobs obtained by graduates: Marketing strategy project manager - Sales executive - Sales manager - Sales administration manager - Customer service manager - Management accountant - Financial analyst - Treasury and securities manager - Product manager - Marketing manager - International brand manager - Key account manager APPLICATION Generally speaking, the qualifications which allow you to enter a Bachelor degree in your own country would be considered You will need to include a TOEFL score with your Application form and you will be interviewed DETAILED APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Join us at different levels: Your curriculum is planned according to your academic background and to your professional aspirations, and you can enroll at various stages in your education. Post High School or Post Baccalaureate admission: a High School diploma or the equivalent is necessary. The Application can be completed before obtaining final High School results. Transfer students: students can transfer into the Bachelor program based on their academic profile; an examination of their course equivalencies will allow the transfer of credits from their previous school. France International Graduate Schools 8

9 PROGRAM CONTENT The program consists of foundation courses, core courses in Business, Management and specialized courses for the chosen major: International and Luxury Marketing - International Finance - International Business To obtain the BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration), students must validate 40 courses: 9 foundation courses 20 core courses in Business, Management and Humanities 3 intakes to join the program: September, January, June 8 specialized course toward the major 3 electives courses SCHOOL PRESENTATION The American Business School of Paris is the perfect match for high school graduates and students interested in immersion into an international curriculum. It is also an excellent option for international students who want to pursue an American degree in Paris. The American Business School of Paris delivers an American Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA), which has received a dual recognition in France and in the U.S, increasing the value of the American BBA for graduates seeking employment in a very competitive global market. Students who earn the school s BBA qualify for direct entry to Rider University s MBA program in the. CONTACT For any further information, contact the program director: Dominique BERT [email protected] z Sandro GOHOHO Class of 2005, Senior Vice President of International Sales Echelon Studios: Film Production and Distribution and Co-Founder act2be.co - Las Vegas " " The effective teaching methods combined with internships provided me a great tool to compete for jobs on a global market. The time I was at ABS, I had the chance to work on 2 continents and it boosted the credibility of my resume. z Jill WALZER Class of 2008, Marketing and Education Manager Clinique / Estée Lauder Group (Europe- Middle East- Africa) Paris I work for an internationally recognized cosmetics company in a marketing and education position. We have people from a lot of different cultures in our office and this was not new to me, since I was always in an international environment at the American Business School. I am definitely using all my marketing knowledge as well as all the finance and accounting that I studied at school. France International Graduate Schools 9

10 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION LYON AND THE USA PROGRAM OVERVIEW This educational program and the degrees it leads to make our graduates unique and much sought after in the international job market. CEFAM has trained over 1000 international managers. Our alumni work in international jobs they are passionate about, throughout the world. They have become professionals in the fields of marketing, international trade, finance, and management. Some have created their own companies; others are developing projects, managing teams, or travelling around the world as export managers, stockbrokers, auditors product. APPLICATION Generally speaking, the qualifications which allow you to enter a Bachelor degree in your own country would be considered You will need to include a TOEFL score with your Application form and you will be interviewed PROGRAM CONTENT An International Management Program directly after High School Graduation For students directly out of high school, CEFAM offers the same academic program as that found in the best American business schools. The program is completed in both France and the and allows students to obtain two degrees simultaneously one French and the other American. Undergraduate Program (directly after high school graduation) In keeping with the American system, CEFAM s academic program is based on three main components: Liberal Arts or general education courses which form the basis of our students personal and professional development Specialized courses in management techniques and business foundations Practical application of acquired theory and skills during corporate internships France International Graduate Schools 10

11 All CEFAM courses are taught in English from the 1st year onwards. The CEFAM program is organized by course modules; as a result, each student s program is personalized and may be adapted each semester to their needs and abilities as necessary. Courses are limited to 30 students per class and no classes are taught in large impersonal lecture halls. Class meeting are structured to allow for exchange and discussion and provide an opportunity for students to develop critical thinking skills, high intellectual standards, team spirit, and curiosity. Each element of the CEFAM program (course modules, internships, seminars, etc.) is mandatory for all students and is included in CEFAM s degree requirements and transfer agreements with its partner universities. Students are free to choose the university in which they will spend their 4th year or a semester. SCHOOL PRESENTATION CEFAM is the only business school in France that allows all of its students to study in the and simultaneously obtain two recognized degrees one French, and the other American. From high school graduation to an MBA degree, CEFAM is a school that has reinforced its difference through exceptional partnerships with major, AACSB accredited, American universities. CONTACT For any further information, contact Admissions and Marketing Officer: Marc-Henri WACH [email protected] z Marion HARROUET z Olivier NOURANI Class of 2010, Contracts and royalties analyst, The Walt Disney Company London " " My personal and professional experiences acquired over those five years set the tone for my professional career. Starting to work in the middle one of the worst economic crises the world has ever known is not an easy task, but both CEFAM and Northeastern gave me the tools and confidence to obtain my first job without difficulty. I have now worked for The Walt Disney Company in London for over a year and a half and I strongly believe that my educational choices have given me a huge advantage. Class of 2000, Controller, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York City I was looking to finish my studies in the and CEFAM had the right partnership with American universities and colleges, notably Pace University located in New York which I thought was ideal to pursue a career in Finance. The social life in a multicultural environment with students from all over the world was great. I think the dual culture and exposure that CEFAM offered really fitted my profile and was certainly what my past and current employers were looking for: a US graduate exposed to French culture to work for an American subsidiary of a French or European company/group. France International Graduate Schools 11

12 BACHELOR OF MARKETING & MANAGEMENT LYON PROGRAM OVERVIEW The IDRAC Bachelor degree is an elite 3-year-program, taught in English, training tomorrow s executives in the areas of marketing and management in a national and international environment. The program follows an academic progress in which each semester is based on a threefold objective: theory, implementation and practice. The three years of study are organized by educational units (EU) in accordance with the European system (Bologna Process). In general, our alumni work as: Entrepreneur - Sales Manager - Marketing Manager - Communication Manager - Finance Manager - Marketing Officer - Communication Officer - Communication Director - Sales Director - International Development Director Export and/or Import Director APPLICATION Generally speaking, the qualifications which allow you to enter a Bachelor degree in your own country would be considered You will need to include a TOEFL score with your Application form and you will be interviewed PROGRAM CONTENT 1 st year Master the Basics Acquire the basics of marketing, the quantitative methods of management, general accounting and corporate organization methods Understand the social-economic environment: civil and commercial law, international cultures, and micro and macro economy Develop professional behavior: theater techniques, business games (simulation games), leading initiative projects Discover professional life and validate your knowledge with an operational business internship in France or overseas. 2 rd Year Corporate Action Broaden your knowledge of operational tools and techniques in marketing, negotiation and management Discover the international dimension: classes and seminars on international strategy, approaching foreign markets, export techniques and international business France International Graduate Schools 12

13 Analyze communication tools, marketing and business development : consolidate your capacity for personal expression (oral expression, simulations and business games) Implement theory: 12 week minimum Operational Marketing Assignment putting into practice the technical and operational knowledge acquired during the first two years of study. 3 rd year Choosing your Path Corporate : Enhance know-how and master the basics in management. Understand the daily life of a company, supervision and project management. Study abroad : Spend the first semester abroad in a partner university and the second semester at IDRAC with courses taught in English. International : Spend a whole academic year in a partner university validating 60 ECTS (or equivalent for non EU countries) and get the partner university degree (for specific destinations). SCHOOL PRESENTATION IDRAC was founded 47 years ago and constantly strives to anticipate and answer the issues of the changing world economy, as well as generational changes. The faculty and administration is convinced that being in contact with key players in the business world is crucial in order to be able, with them, to forecast their future challenges. IDRAC, numbering over 5,500 students is organized in human size campuses. They are tremendous learning environments and also offer a welcoming atmosphere for the students. Demanding objectives associated with strong support, humanism and a sense of community represent IDRAC s strengths. They define the uniqueness of the school. CONTACT For any further information, please contact: [email protected] z Aurélie PEPION Class of 2004, Key account Manager, GUCCI Watches Group France Paris " " I joined the Gucci Group in 2007 as a key account manager. The knowledge and skills I acquired in sales, marketing, finance, sales force management and project management at IDRAC were strategic in helping me achieving my initial career goals. I love my job; I have a lot of autonomy and am in constant contact with people from different cultures. z Christophe DE MONCLIN Class of 1999, Global Head - Digital Marketing Agency Solution Center/ Roche SA Paris I am now the Global Head of the Digital Marketing Agency Solution Center for the Swiss pharmaceutical group Roche ( 37 billion and more than 82,000 people worldwide). Even today, I am applying marketing and management skills that I acquired at IDRAC and I know that this educational experience contributed greatly to my success at Roche. France International Graduate Schools 13

14 MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PARIS PROGRAM OVERVIEW This Master Program, taught fully in English, is offered to students who wish to develop modern business visions and pragmatic management skills. Graduates can envisage careers in a wide range of sectors such as business development, export area management, international retailing, purchasing, business development in consulting agencies, international business unit management Students earn the State Accredited Master s Degree in International Business Development from ICD. APPLICATION A Bachelor s Degree (equivalent to 3/4 years after the Baccalaureate, in France) GMAT + TOEFL + Application form + Essays + Interview PROGRAM CONTENT This intensive two-year program at ICD Paris, one of the most dynamic European business schools, combines the academic and professional dimensions of learning, and is taught by world class faculty recognized in their respective fields of expertise. YEAR 1 - FALL SEMESTER Business Finance International Retailing Strategy Luxury Marketing Consumer Behavior CRM Strategy Art and Entrepreneurship International Business Law 2nd Foreign Language YEAR 1 - SPRING SEMESTER Project Management Key Account Management Entrepreneurship Business Ethics Process and Functions of Management Intercultural Management Channel Management 2nd Foreign Language France International Graduate Schools 14

15 YEAR 2 - FALL SEMESTER Study abroad semester at one of our 86 partner universities in 37 countries YEAR 2 - SPRING SEMESTER Corporate Placement Thesis The students benefit from our networks and coaching, and the excellent reputation of IGS Group, one of the leading education groups in Europe. Other benefits include a corporate placement during the program and a study abroad semester in one of the 86 partner universities of the IGS group. Students can receive Erasmus Grants for both the study abroad semester and the corporate placement. SCHOOL PRESENTATION ICD is the school of «management and business development». In contrast to other business schools, ICD trains operational, culturally sensitive and responsible business developers who can open new markets and who are client and network focused. ICD s approach is three dimensional «developing business, developing people, developing responsibility». ICD was created in 1980 by senior business executives, academics and prominent representatives of French society who decided that the school s education must blend a strong social commitment with the unconditional stance to be at the forefront of the best practices in business development. The pedagogical approach of ICD is centered on academic excellence and the acquisition of professional competencies. It is based on strong interaction between the faculty and the students which places them at the forefront of «action-research», project management, simulations and privileged corporate relations. CONTACT For any further information, contact the Program Director: Hilde MOREAUD [email protected] Skype: icdparis1 z Aude BRESSY z Franck DEDENIS Class of 2007, National Merchandising Manager Coca-Cola Entreprise Paris " " When I graduated from ICD with a specialization in CRM, I was recruited by Coca Cola as a sector manager. My studies and the numerous events I was involved in at the school really gave me lots of opportunities. ICD gave me competitive competencies in CRM and the retail industry that served me well. Class of 1992, CEO of Maersk France When I graduated from ICD, I joined the well-known Danish corporation, AP Moller - MAERSK Group, which is, among other things, the world leader in the field of containerized maritime transportation through the commercial name of Maersk Line. At MAERSK I started with positions in France and the Ivory Coast. Then I travelled from MAERSK's headquarters in Copenhagen to Madagascar where I started the activities of our company and then Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco as CEO of the various national agencies. I was appointed CEO of MAERSK France in France International Graduate Schools 15

16 MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL EVENTS MANAGEMENT PARIS PROGRAM OVERVIEW This Master Program, taught fully in English, is offered to students who wish to develop the competencies allowing them to develop and orchestrate relevant, creative, useful and secure events solutions at the service of an even stronger relationship between brands and their audiences. The program is a joint initiative of ICD and The Events Management School of the IGS Group. Students earn the State Accredited Master s Degree in International Business Development from ICD. APPLICATION A Bachelor s Degree (equivalent to 3/4 years after the Baccalaureate, in France) GMAT + TOEFL + Application form + Essays + Interview PROGRAM CONTENT This intensive two-year program at ICD Paris, one of the most dynamic Europe business schools, combines the academic and professional dimensions of learning, and is taught by world class faculty recognized in their respective fields of expertise. YEAR 1 - FALL SEMESTER Creativity Seminar Events Marketing Events Communication Process and Functions of Management Sensorial Marketing Brand Management International Negotiations Business Ethics Foreign Language YEAR 1 - SPRING SEMESTER Introduction to Events Management Sponsorship Partnership Public Relations Internal Communications Events Production Events Logistics Event Project Management Foreign Language France International Graduate Schools 16

17 YEAR 2 - FALL SEMESTER Public Speaking Business Plan Luxury Marketing Business English Digital Strategy Legal Aspects of Events Management Licensing First Aid Management Food and Beverages for Participants Food and Beverages for VIP s Events Security Nightlife Events International Retailing Strategy Multicultural Marketing Strategic Management International Business YEAR 2 - SPRING SEMESTER 6 to 9 month International Corporate Placement Thesis The students benefit from our networks and coaching, and the excellent reputation of IGS Group, one of the leading education groups in Europe. Other benefits include an international corporate placement during the program which can be Erasmus funded. SCHOOL PRESENTATION ICD is the school of «management and business development». In contrast to other business schools, ICD trains operational, culturally sensitive and responsible business developers who can open new markets and who are client and network focused. ICD s approach is three dimensional «developing business, developing people, developing responsibility». ICD was created in 1980 by senior business executives, academics and prominent representatives of French society who decided that the school s education must blend a strong social commitment with the unconditional stance to be at the forefront of the best practices in business development. The pedagogical approach of ICD is centered on academic excellence and the acquisition of professional competencies. It is based on strong interaction between the faculty and the students which places them at the forefront of «action- research», project management, simulations and privileged corporate relations. CONTACT For any further information, contact the Program Director: Hilde MOREAUD [email protected] Skype: icdparis1 z Fanny JACQUOT " Class of 2008, Deputy Director Cycling, AMAURY SPORT ORGANISATION Tour de France - Paris During my studies at ICD I had the opportunity to organize various sports events and thanks to ICD I got various jobs with Amaury Sports Organization which organizes the Tour de France, the Paris Marathon and the Paris-Dakar Race. They recruited me when I graduated. My job is fantastic and involves many of the competencies that I acquired in logistics, sales management, media relations and budget management. France International Graduate Schools 17

18 DOUBLE MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RESO PARIS AND LONDON PROGRAM OVERVIEW This new "International Human Resources" program enables selected students to earn two diplomas in 15 months: a Professional Masters 2 and a "MSc. in International Human Resources" from LSBU. This partnership demonstrates IGS' decision to take its study programs to an international level. Introducing the "International Human Resources" program, which is taught exclusively in English by professionals from a wide range of European countries and accepts students from around the world, is the first step in implementing this decision. This is an innovative decision on how human resources are taught in France as the discipline traditionally focused on national labor laws and corporate social dialogue. APPLICATION A Bachelor s Degree (equivalent to 3/4 years after the Baccalaureate, in France) GMAT + TOEFL + Application form + Essays + Interview PROGRAM CONTENT This intensive two-year program at ICD Paris, one of the most dynamic Europe business schools, combines the academic and professional dimensions of learning, and is taught by world class faculty recognized in their respective fields of expertise. 4 MONTHS OF CLASSES IN ENGLISH AT IGS IN PARIS (September to December) Managing in the International Environment and HR Function Key processes in HR Management and HRIS Managing and leading people Soft Skills in HR Management International Human Resources Management International Economics International HR: Administration and Legal Aspects HR Strategy and Policy at BU Level Business Game Compensation and Benefits Workshop Corporate Social Responsibility 4 MONTHS OF CLASSES AT LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY (LSBU) - LONDON ( F e b r u a r y t o M ay ) Research Method Fundamentals of International Management International Strategic HR Management People resourcing International Employee Relations 7 months: internship (June to November) and completion of a dissertation to be defended in December. The internship can be Erasmus funded. France International Graduate Schools 18

19 URCES MANAGEMENT WITH LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL PRESENTATION Founded in 1975, with more than 37 years experience in student and adult training, IGS is one of Europe s most dynamic private HR universities: 8,500 + HR alumni; Partnerships with more than 1,500 Companies; 1,500 + Students per year. Our core values are based on the belief that there can only be lasting economic success if it is accompanied by social success. Our human resources management training is built around humanist, ethical and entrepreneurial values. These values ensure the reconciliation of the needs of corporations and individuals, allowing individuals to develop their professional and personal potential for higher organizational performance. CONTACT For any further information, contact the Program Director: Cornelia NOSBACH [email protected] z Camille APEDO z Laurence LE CALLONEC-PACHECO Class of 2009, HR Manager Coca-Cola London " " I applied to IGS because I wanted a degree that was valued by companies. The real advantage of IGS is that the professors are all practicing professionals are really in touch with the corporate world, and they treat us as they treat their staff, which allows for extremely strong and relevant dynamics in the classroom. Class of 2005, HRD Latin America, the BIC Group - Buenos Aires I joined IGS because I wanted to develop real concrete HR competencies. A key moment for me was a seminar taught by two American HR professionals on decision making in Human Resources, it led me to work on an international assignment for BIC (9200 people worldwide, 1.9 billion turnover) as an EMEA HR Assistant. I then was offered a position as HR Manager for the same zone. Recently I accepted the position of HRD for Latin America. France International Graduate Schools 19

20 GAP YEAR PROGRAM LYON, NANTES AND MONTPELLIER PROGRAM OVERVIEW The IDRAC Gap Year Program offers students the unique opportunity to spend three terms in three different cities throughout France to learn French while preparing their entrance to a French Business School. Courses are credited. Term 1: May July Start with Lyon for a taste of French gastronomy The Gap Year Program begins with an intensive Summer School through which students will be able to improve their level in French while starting business courses in English. Term 2: September - December Continue with Nantes to discover Brittany and the Mont Saint Michel Students will continue to improve their French language skills while studying business modules (e.g.: marketing, accounting, introduction to law, economics, international culture & civilization ). Term 3: February - June Finish your Gap Year spending Spring near the Côte d Azur This last term allows students to continue French classes, to take more business modules in English (e.g.: strategic marketing, financial analysis, business games) and to prepare, if they wish to, the national entry exams to French Grandes Ecoles and more specifically, to IDRAC programs. Throughout the whole Gap Year, social activities, cultural trips and other events will be offered to students. APPLICATION The Gap Year program is not a degree program. It is open to all students holding a high school diploma. Students shall send their completed application form together with other requested documents. Intake is flexible: it is possible to start in any of the 3 terms and choose the duration (1 to 3 terms). CONTACT For any further information, please contact: [email protected] France International Graduate Schools 20

21 VISA APPLICATION PROCEDURE If you are not a citizen of a European Union member country, Andorra, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Monaco, Norway or Switzerland, you must apply for a long stay student visa (more than 90 days) to study in France. The Visa CANNOT be issued once the applicant is in France. Our schools require you to obtain a student visa in order to attend the school. You cannot apply for the visa more than 3 months before the star t of the program. ATTENTION: the following information is provided to the best of our knowledge. Although we try to keep our information current, we recommend that you check directly with the French Consulate. STUDENTS ENROLLED IN SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES IN FRANCE FOR LONGER THAN 90 DAYS ARE REQUIRED TO: 1. Register to Campus France A ll students MUST apply and obtain permission through Campus France BEFORE they can begin the application process with their appropriate consulate. NO VISA WILL BE GRANTED BY FRENCH CONSULATES WITHOUT ENROLLMENT TO CAMPUS FRANCE. Officially, the Campus France process takes 2 weeks. However, at busy times of the year, it can take up to 4 weeks Obtain a student visa at the appropriate Consulate O nce you get the approval from Campus France, you must apply for your visa which is usually granted within 2-3 weeks at the nearest French consulate. Students must complete and submit a long stay student visa application for stays of 3-12 months to their appropriate Consulate. Some Consulates distinguish between stays of 3-6 months ( temporary long stay student visa ) and 6-12 months ( long stay student visa ): choose the long stay student visa. WORKING IN FRANCE Non-EU and non-algerian students have the right to work a maximum of 964 hours a year. If the program of study includes a corporate placement, a work permit is not required for the work placement. France International Graduate Schools 21

22 PARTNER UNIVERSITIES AFRICA NahdaUniversity International University Imgam Antananarivo Institute of Leadership & Communication Studies International Institute of Higher Education Nelson Mandela MetropolitanUniversity, Port Elizabeth University of Cape Town ASIA Beijing Institute of Economics & Management East China University of Politics and Law FudanUniversity Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade South China Business College Tongji University Asia Pacific Institute of Management International Management Institute Momoyama Gakuin University Temple University Tokyo Chung Ang University Dongguk University, Seoul Kyung Hee University Soonchunhyang University KDU University College Mahidol University International College Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi Middlesex University EUROPE Fachhochschule, Salzburg FH Joanneum Artevelde Hogeschool, Gent Haute Ecole EPHEC Artesis Hogeschool, Antwerpen Lessius University College American University of Bulgaria Brno University of Technology Tomas Bata University University of Economics VSTE Institute of Technology and Business Lingby Business School Egypt Kenya Madagascar Morocco Morocco South Africa South Africa China China China China China China India India Japan Japan Korea Korea Korea Korea Malaysia Thailand Turkey United Arab Emirates Austria Austria Belgium Belgium Belgium Belgium Bulgaria CzechRepublic CzechRepublic CzechRepublic CzechRepublic Denmark Niels BrockCollege Copenhagen Business College Roskilde University Estonian Entrepreneurship Univesity of Applied Sciences Tallinn University of Technology Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences Lahti University of Applied Sciences Satakunta University of Applied Sciences Accadis Cologne Business School Duale Hochschule Baden Württemberg Furtwangen University Deggendorf University of Applied Sciences HTW Sarrebruck Karlshochschule International University Avans University Hogeschool Rotterdam Hogeschool Van Amsterdam Hogeschool Zeeland, Vlissingen Rotterdam Business School Athlone Institute of Technology Dublin Business School Euroepan Business School Griffith College Independant College, Dublin International School of Business University of Limerick Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Universita Degli Studi, Parma Riga Technical University Vilnius Law & Business College Vilnius Management Academy Haugesund University College Leon Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship &Mgmt Silesian School of Management Warsaw School of Economics WyzszaSzkola Biznesu-National St Louis University FINEC Saint Petersburg IIEP SPb SPU, Saint Petersburg Moscow State University University of Stirling Cesine Business School Denmark Denmark Estonia Estonia Finland Finland Finland Germany Germany Germany Germany Germany Germany Germany Holland Holland Holland Holland Holland Ireland Ireland Ireland Ireland Ireland Ireland Ireland Italy Italy Latvia Lithuania Lithuania Norway Poland Poland Poland Poland Russia Russia Russia Scotland Spain France International Graduate Schools 22

23 Colegio Universitario de Estudios Financieros Spain Dominican University of California Escuela de Administracion de Empresas, Barcelona Spain Florida Atlantic University Ibs Columbus, Zaragoza Spain Georgia College & State University Schiller International University, Madrid Spain Johnson & Wales University Universidad de Barcelona Spain Manhattan Institute of Management Universidad de Lleida Spain Marymount University Universidad de Murcia Spain Millersville University Universidad de Zaragoza Spain Oklahoma State University Universidad del Pais Vasco Spain Presbyterian College Universidad Francisco de Vitoria Spain Rider University Zurich University of Applied Sciences Winterthur Swiss Robert Morris University Chicago Huddersfield University United Kingdom Robert- Morris University Moon Township Middlesex University, London United Kingdom San Diego State University Napier University, Edinburg United Kingdom San Francisco State University New College Durham United Kingdom Skidmore College South Bank University, London United Kingdom Temple University Staffordshire University United Kingdom Towson University University Central Lancashire, Preston United Kingdom University of California Riverside University of Abertay, Dundee United Kingdom University of Hawaii at Manoa University of Chester United Kingdom University of South Carolina University of Northumbria, Newcastle United Kingdom University of South Carolina Upstate NORTHAMERICA University of Texas at El Paso John Molson School of Business, Concordia University Medecine Hat College Selkirk College Escuela Bancaria y Commercial Canada Canada Canada Mexico Washington & Jefferson College Washington College Weber International University OCEANIA Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Tamaulipas, Tampico Mexico Australian Catholic University Sydney Australia Tec de Monterrey Mexico Australian Catholic University Melbourne Australia Universidad Anahuac, Cancún Mexico University of the Sunshine Coast Australia Universidad Autonoma Nuevo Leon Universidad Iberoamericana Universidad La Salle Universidad Marista de Merida Appalachian State University Baldwin Wallace College Black Hills State University California Lutheran University Chestnut Hill College College of New Jersey College of William and Mary Mexico Mexico Mexico Mexico SOUTH AMERICA Instituto Universitario Escuela Argentina de Negocios Universidad de Belgrano Universidad de Ciencias Empresariales y Sociales Universidad Empresarial Siglo 21 Fundacao Armando Alvares Penteado Universidade de Sao Paulo Universidad Finis Terrae Universidad La Salle, Bogotá Universidad ESAN Argentina Argentina Argentina Argentina Brazil Brazil Chile Colombia Peru Diablo Valley College France International Graduate Schools 23

24 CORPORATE PLACEMENTS & ERASMUS Most of the programs include one or several corporate placement periods during which the students acquire real professional experience in a company. The schools assist the students in finding companies for the corporate placement period with Career Management training sessions. These training sessions are designed to allow the students to formulate a professional project, and develop the student s job search skills. The workshops are facilitated by HR professionals and recruiters. The schools allow the students to avail of their combined network of more than companies to identify corporate placement opportunities. CORPORATE PLACEMENTS IN FRANCE AND MINIMUM PAYMENT By law, any corporate placement in France that lasts longer than two months must be paid. The minimum payment for a student in a corporate placement is currently 436,05 per month. Foreign students in France do not need a work permit to engage in a work placement program if it is a defined component of the curriculum. This is the case with our work placements. CORPORATE PLACEMENTS IN EUROPE AND ERASMUS GRANTS The schools have been awarded Erasmus charters by the European Commission. Students who choose to undertake a corporate placement abroad in one of the European member states or Croatia, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey can benefit from the Erasmus program of the European Commission. The Erasmus program allows the schools to award grants to those students. All the students, irrespective of their nationalities can receive these grants which currently are based on 350 per month for a 3 to 12 months placement. France International Graduate Schools 24

25 COMPANIES THAT RECRUIT OUR GRADUATES INCLUDE France International Graduate Schools 25

26 LIVING IN PARIS & LIVING IN LYON Paris, also known as the City of Lights is a centerpiece of world culture and business. Located on the River Seine, Paris is a confluence of political dynamism, educational excellence, fashion innovation and ar tistic inspiration. With an abundance of monuments that capture the glorious past of France, and its impact on modern civilization, Paris also creates an atmosphere epitomizing the cutting edge of modern trends. Famous sites and landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Champs Elysees have established Paris as one of the world most popular tourist destination. Paris and the greater Paris area comprise over 12 million people. Only one other city in Europe, London, is as large. PARIS HOUSING Three options are available: Homestays: from 750 /month to 1050 depending on the number of meals per week Student residences: 850 /month for a fully furnished studio Apar tments: /month for a studio and 700 to 1000 /month for a shared apar tment Our schools assist students in finding housing in Paris and the Paris Region. Students can be housed if they wish prior to arrival or they may decide to reserve a space in a hostel and decide on arrival. Short-term accommodation: Youth hostels: 30 to 60 /night Hotel: prices star t around per night, depending on the type of and category of hotel COST OF LIVING Meals: 300 to 400 /month Public transpor tation: /month but for students who stay for a minimum of a year, you should ask for a special year-long metro ticket for 314 /year Health Insurance (Social Security): 207 /year Complementary insurance: 200 to 400 /year France International Graduate Schools 26 Internet: 30 /month Cellphone with 3G: from 20 to 40 /month Electricity: 50 to 100 /month. May or may not be included in your accommodation Restaurant: price of a meal star ts at about 10 for a three course meal

27 LYON Moving to Lyon and its region is choosing one of the most attractive European cities. A destination that is competitive and open to the world, each year Lyon attracts more and more students, companies, and talents. Its remarkable location at the hear t of Europe links Lyon on an average of 1 ½ hours to all of the major European cities, Barcelona, Milan, Turin, and Geneva thanks to an equally well performing network of communication by air, road, or rail (3 TGV bullet train stations). The train network puts Lyon at 2 hours from Paris, and 5 hours from London by Eurostar. The proximity of Provence, the Mediterranean, the Alps, and the large wine regions add charm to the Lyon region. Lyon enjoys an international economic standing and is renowned university center. Every year, Lyon s prestigious schools and universities welcome over 100,000 students. Lyon is home to renowned international institutions like Interpol, Euronews, and The International Center for Cancer Research. HOUSING Three options are available: Homestays: from 750 /month to 1050 depending on the number of meals per week Student residences: 600 /month for a fully furnished studio Apar tments: /month for a studio and 300 to 500 /month for a shared apar tment Our schools assist students in finding housing in Lyon and the Lyon region. Students can be housed if they wish prior to arrival or they may decide to reserve a space in a hostel and decide on arrival. Short-term accommodation: Youth hostels: 30 to 60 /night Hotel: prices star t around per night, depending on the type of and category of hotel COST OF LIVING Meals: 300 to 400 /month Public transpor tation: /month but for students who stay for a minimum of a year, you should ask for a special year-long metro ticket for 281 /year Health Insurance (Social Security): 207 /year Complementary insurance: 200 to 400 /year Internet: 30 /month Cellphone with 3G: from 20 to 40 /month Electricity: 50 to 100 /month. May or may not be included in your accommodation Restaurant: price of a meal star ts at about 10 for a three course meal France International Graduate Schools 27

28 Design Aude Berliner - The information contained in this brochure is non-contractual and the schools reserve the right to make any changes they deem necessary