Paris: ESCP-Europe (was ESCP-EAP) and Sorbonne
Fall: Mid September - Late December
Spring: Late January - Late May
Summer: June 2 - July 11, 2008
Undergraduate and Graduate Exchange
Part of the Grandes Ecoles system, an elite group of management and engineering schools, ESCP-Europe is considered a leading school of management in France and is among the top business schools in Europe. Founded in 1819, ESCP-EAP is also the oldest business school in France. The recently renovated campus is located in the heart of Paris on Avenue de la République. The ESCP-Europe's weekend trips, student organizations and school-wide parties provide opportunity for French interaction. ESCP-Europe was recently ranked the Number 2 School of Management in Europe by the FT Business Education rankings.
UW offers two programs in Paris: the 'Business' program allows students to take business courses at the ESCP-Europe. Students who prefer to learn or improve their French language may opt for the 'Language and Business' program. Participants attend one of 12 levels of French grammar classes at the Sorbonne, located in the Latin Quarter, in addition to business courses. The Sorbonne's prestige is matched by few educational institutions. First offered in 1919, these courses attract students from around the world.
Paris' reputation precedes itself: the Eiffel Tower, the Cathedral of Notre-Dame and the Louvre's Mona Lisa are mainstays in the constantly evolving City of Lights. Paris is the center for the changing French political landscape and economy.
Language requirement and courses
Courses are taught in English and French. Even if you plan to take all courses in English, one to two semesters of French prior to departure is strongly recommended. English courses can fill up or be cancelled. Courses taught at the ESCP-Europe are upper-level business courses. Therefore, it is recommended that you have taken Finance 300, MHR 300 or Marketing 300 prior to departure. Receive UW residence credits and grades.
The semester begins with a compulsory, 1-credit (2.5 ECTS) seminar titled 'European Integration and Management,' which is taught in English during the ESCP-Europe's orientation week. If taken for credit, this will add one credit to your transcript.
Business program students will attend courses at the ESCP-Europe, generally worth 3 UW credits. French for Foreigners is 1 UW Madison credit (2.5 ECTS). In 2009 they began offering other 1 UW credit courses (2.5 ECTS). Only 5 ECTS credit courses will earn 3 UW credits. Be aware of maintaining 12 UW credits. As soon as new course lists are available we will provide a link.
Language and business students will attend two or three business courses at the ESCP-Europe as well as French grammar courses at the Sorbonne. French classes at the Sorbonne may have inconvenient scheduling. Check with ACCENT Paris each semester. Courses consist of long class sessions plus periodic language labs. Receive credit for two UW courses depending upon your previous coursework. Each course is worth 4 UW credits: French 101, 102, 203, 204, 227, 228, 311, 312 and 590 or 699 (repeatable). For Business French courses at UW-Madison before you go or after your return see link at the bottom of the page.
This list is subject to change. Several business courses have not yet been equated; see International Programs for additional courses. Graduate-level courses are only offered during fall semester; contact International Programs for course offerings. Due to circumstances beyond our control such as enrollment limitations, time conflicts and course cancellations, International Programs cannot guarantee that participants will be admitted to their first choice of courses.
Fall 2009 courses
English: FIN 305*, 325*(too advanced not recommended), 365*, 445*; Gen Bus 399; Intl Bus 200, 365 (FIN); MHR 365, 628; MKT 305, 310, 365, 415, 420, 460;
French: FIN 325*, 365*; French 449; Gen Bus 365, 399; Intl Bus 365; Journalism 676; MHR 365 (approved elective for MHR major), 423; MKT 305, 310, 365, 415; Poli Sci 338
Spring 2010 courses
English: AIS 365, 406; FIN 305*, 325*, 365*, 445*; Gen Bus 399; Intl Bus 200; MHR 365, 628; MKT 305, 310, 365, 415, 460; Poli Sci 338, French 449
French:AIS 365; Econ 309; FIN 325*, 365*, 445*; Gen Bus 365, 399, 600; Intl Bus 365; Journ 676; MHR 365; MKT 305, 310, 365, 415, 420, 460; French 449
Summer 2009 courses
English: 3 UW credits IB 200; MHR 365 ( Positional Bargaining); MKT 460; Poli Sci 338. 1 UW credit: MKT 421, MHR 365 (Big Management Fads)
* ESCP-Europe recommends international students do not take FD06 (FIN 320) or FB02 as they are very difficult and asks that you have pre-requisites for all finance classes. UW's finance department expects that you meet UW pre-requisites in order to comprehend your finance course taken abroad and to prepare for future UW finance courses.
The following business courses have been offered at ESCP-Europe in the past.
|
UW Title |
ESCP-Europe Title(s) |
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Accounting |
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AIS 365 |
AF 01 |
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Finance |
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FIN 305 |
FD 10 |
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FIN 320 |
FD 06 |
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FIN 325 |
FD 01 |
| FIN 365 | FD OC |
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FIN 445 |
FD 08 |
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International Business |
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IB 200 |
MB 03 |
|
IB 365 |
BE 34 OR IA 06 OR EA04 |
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IB 399 |
AA 03 |
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Marketing |
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MKT 305 |
MA 01 |
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MKT 310 |
MD 01 |
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MKT 365 |
MB 04 OR BE35 |
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MKT 415 |
MC 01 |
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MKT 420 |
MB 01 |
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Management and Human Resources |
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MHR 305 |
HM 01 |
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MHR 365 |
many options |
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MHR 420 |
OM 01 |
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MHR 423 |
PF 00 |
The course equivalency database shows all equated courses and their UW equivalents.
Housing
Housing and student services are arranged by ACCENT, a U.S. agency
that supports overseas study programs. ACCENT provides a single or double
studio apartment probably in
the Bastille districts. Beginning in fall 2008 student will be able to choose a homestay as well. Most students will take
public transit to class. Due to a recent change iin Paris METRO passes, ACCENT can no longer provide a metro pass.
Costs and scholarships
The following are estimates based on past semesters. Fall lasts
approx 4 and spring lasts approx 4 1/2 months. Costs are subject to change.
Estimates, (*), were based on a rate of $1 = 0.67€.
Recently the rate has been changing. Check
xe.com for up-to-the-minute
conversion rates.
Details about financial aid and additional scholarships are available.
UW tuition: Full-time for business program, 6 credits for language and business program
UW program fee: $350
UW-mandated health insurance: $37/full month, no partials i.e. (March 15 - May 30 is 3 months)
French mandated Social Security Insurance (195 euros) for stays over 90 days: $275*
ACCENT fee (housing and, if applicable, Sorbonne program):
Fall 2009 - $4500 (double) for business program, (add $1575 for single and add $1925 for the Sorbonne language and business program) Home stay optionw/breakfast $4725*
Spring 2010 - $6600 (Single) $5025 (Double) business program, $9600/$7750 language and business program* (The Sorbonne langauge courses may extend your CISI insurance an extra month) Home stay option $5025 (breakfast) $6150 (add 4 dinners/wk) - with Sorbonne program $7650/$9050 Plus $200 security deposit
Summer 2009 housing is through ESCP-Europe about $1100
Meals: $2,500* Summer: $800*
Books and Supplies: $70* (Not compulsory to purchase books)
Visa fee: $130($92 summer if necessary)
Residence permit fee
Airfare: $780 (spring 09 estimate) $1375 (summer) (estimated fall 2008)
Entertainment and travel vary widely.
Advice from past participants
Read reports from past participants.
Applying
There are generally 15 students admitted per year (for fall and/or spring). As there are limited spaces, application to this program does not guarantee admission. Minimum requirements are a 3.0 GPA, 54 credits earned by the time you go abroad and 9 credits of bus/econ coursework.
Applications are due February 25 (for fall) and March 1 (for spring) of the previous academic year. If space for spring semester opens, the application process will re-open with a deadline of October 1st. Information session dates (Feb & Sept), program availability and applications are available on the application website.
Web pages
For admitted students
Predeparture Information: Paris