- Site:
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ESCEM - School of Business and Management (Ecole Supérieure de Commerce et de Managment)
- Location:
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City of Poitiers, known as the center of Roman art
- Language of Instruction:
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English and French (language course)
- Subjects:
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Management, Marketing, Accounting, Language, General Studies Electives
- Credits:
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Transferable to UNL by department validation
- Housing:
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You may: (1) arrange accommodations yourself; or (2) have the International Exchanges
Service arrange accommodations.
- Program Length:
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Fall semester, spring semester, or full academic year
- Type of Program:
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Exchange
- Approximate Costs (2012-2013):
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- Semester: $4,418 (resident); $10,793 (nonresident)
- Full academic year: $8,686 (resident); $21,396 (nonresident)
- Room & Board: approximately $3,500 per semester
- Eligibility:
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Undergraduate (with at least 2 years of undergraduate study in any discipline)
- Application Deadline:
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Fall Semester/ Academic year - March 1
Spring Semester - October 1
Poitiers is located about 90 minutes from Paris and 150 km from the ocean. The ESCEM Poitiers
campus is centrally located and is near by many shops and restaurants, including the university
restaurant which is only a 3-minute walk from campus. The railway station is only a 5 minute walk
from campus and the area is also served by many bus routes.
Poitiers is known for its youthful population. Almost 1/4 of the total population of the city are
students which helps draw a wide variety of cultural, sporting and recreational events for the
community.
Students attend class in a beautiful historic building which dates from the 18th century, and
is particularly proud of its information library and multimedia room, both situated below the
roof (which has the appearance of an upturned ship's hull).
Undergraduate students have the opportunity to choose between 4 different certificates each
semester. Certificates are taught in a modular, sequential manner: students focus on one or
two courses before moving on to a new set of courses. This allows students more flexibility,
autonomy in learning and managing one's assignments.
As part of the curriculum, ESCEM develops projects that enable students to become fully involved
partnership activities with large companies. The objective is to teach students to adopt a
proactive approach and make them aware of the need to adapt to changes in the marketing and selling
professions.
Course modules are covered in 4 or 5 days in the classroom. Individual and group projects and
exercises are then to be prepared at home between sessions. Final exams are taken during the final class.
Fall Semester
- Advanced Certificate in European Business Studies
- Advanced Certificate in Management
- Advanced Certificate in Marketing
- Senior Certificate in Business and Sustainable Development
Spring Semester
- Advanced Certificate in European Business Studies
- Advanced Certificate in Management
- Advanced Certificate in Marketing
- Senior Certificate in Business and Sustainable Development
Academic Program Certificate
specifics and course requirements
ESCEM Brochure for course descriptions and program information
During a semester program there is planned break which allows students an opportunity to travel
throughout France and Europe. There are also opportunities to travel before or after the program.
Travel breaks are purposely not structured so that students have the flexibility to travel where
and with whom they choose. There is usually at least one other person who has the same interest
in traveling to a particular destination so there are plenty of opportunities to meet and get to
know many people. Convenient rail connections allow visits within France and to Italy, Germany,
Switzerland, Austria, Spain, England and many European countries. Students can travel virtually
anywhere. They have gone to Egypt, Morocco, Ireland, Spain, Croatia, Greece, etc.
With the assistance of ESCEM and the CROUS (regional student organization), students will locate
their own accommodation. Choices range from halls of residence to private studios. The majority
of rooms are fully furnished.
Any UNL undergraduate (with at least 2 years of undergraduate study) or graduate student in good academic
standing is eligible to participate in the program at ESCEM. The ESCEM program has a special appeal for
business students. Serious students who will adapt readily to
the local culture and who will benefit from living in a foreign country will be those selected for the exchange.
The fall semester deadline for applica¬tion is March 1 and spring semester deadline for application is October 1.
Application questions should be referred to Education Abroad in 420 University Terrace.
All students are required to complete the online application, submit a statement of purpose, two academic
references, a proposed plan of student and an official UNL transcript. Apply online at
Education Abroad.
Search for "ESCEM" in the left-side search box and click "Apply Now".
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have the required and necessary travel documents
in order and in hand prior to their program. It is up to students to find out what you need based
on your travel plans and your citizenship. Passport and visa information can be found through the
N Card Office or the
Education Abroad Office.
Passport pictures can be taken at the N Card Office in the Nebraska Union Room 121.
The ESCEM fall program will run from September to December, including a holiday
break in early November and a week of final exams in December. The spring program
will run from January to May, with breaks in February and April and a week of final
exams in May.
The exchange program is based on an agreement between ESCEM and UNL that allows a reciprocal
exchange of students. Exchange students pay program costs to their home institution and then
swap places with students from the host institution. The number of students selected to participate
in the exchange varies from year to year and depends on the balance of the exchange.
Credits earned at ESCEM are transferable to UNL by department validation. UNL students remain eligible
for most scholarships and other forms of financial aid that they normally receive.
The 2012-2013 costs for Nebraska residents are $4,418 per semester and $8,686 per academic year.
The 2012-2013 costs for nonresidents are $10,793 per semester and $21,396 per academic year. This
includes tuition, fees, and insurance. Not included are room and board (approximately $3,500 per
semester), airfare (approximately $1,200), books and supplies, and personal expenses.
Students are responsible for planning and reserving their own transportation. Suggestions for
student discounted airfare are available at Education Abroad.
More program information and general books about France are available in the Education Abroad
resource center at 420 University Terrace, P.O. Box 880682, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682; (402) 472-5358.
For specific information regarding ESCEM, contact France program coordinator, Megan Friesen
at 402-472-2310.
