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EM Normandie
École de Management de Normandie
EM Normandie-Logo.jpg
Motto Opening tomorrow's worlds since 1871
Type Grande école de commerce et de management
(Private research university Business school)
Established 1871; 154 years ago (1871)
Accreditation Triple accreditation:
AACSB;
EQUIS
AMBA
Academic affiliations
 Conférence des grandes écoles;
President François Raoul-Duval
Academic staff
 105 permanent professors
100% Ph.D.
40% female;
53% international
Students 5,800 students.
18% international
65 nationalities
Location
France: Caen, Le Havre, Paris;
Ireland: Dublin;
UK: Oxford
Language English-only & French-only instruction
Colors Red and Orange          

The EM Normandie Business School is a well-known business school that started in 1871. It has campuses in cities like Caen, Dublin, Le Havre, Oxford, Paris, and Dubai. It's one of the oldest business schools in France and around the world.

This school has a special "triple accreditation" from three important groups: EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. This means it meets very high standards. In 2015, the Financial Times newspaper ranked its Master's in Management program among the best in the world.

In 2013, EM Normandie started a new plan called “Values & Performance.” This plan aimed to make the school even better. It helped the school use its experience from having many campuses. It also focused on active learning and working with businesses in the Normandy area.

History of EM Normandie

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Coat of arms of Normandy

The EM Normandie Business School has a long history:

  • 1871: The school was founded in Le Havre, France. It was first called Ecole Supérieure de Commerce du Havre.
  • 1947: The French Ministry of National Education approved the school's programs.
  • 1982: The school expanded and formed Groupe ESC Normandie. It added a new international program in Caen.
  • 1987: It started offering an undergraduate, or Bachelor's, degree program.
  • 1988: The school joined the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles (CGE). This is a group of elite French schools.
  • 2004: Groupe ESC Normandie changed its name to EM Normandie.
  • 2007: EM Normandie became a private, non-profit school.
  • 2013: A new campus opened in Paris.
  • 2014: A new campus opened in Oxford, UK.
  • 2016: The school received EQUIS accreditation.
  • 2017: A new campus opened in Dublin, Ireland.
  • 2019: The school received AACSB accreditation.
  • 2020: A new, modern campus opened in Le Havre.
  • 2022: EM Normandie achieved "triple crown" accreditation. This happened when it received the AMBA accreditation.

What is a Grande École?

EM Normandie Business School is a grande école. In France, these are special schools for higher education. They are separate from, but connected to, the main public university system.

Grandes écoles are like the Ivy League schools in the United States. They are known for being very good and hard to get into. Students must pass a very tough exam to be accepted. Many graduates from these schools get important jobs in government and big companies in France.

Even though they cost more than public universities, Grandes Écoles usually have smaller classes. Many of their programs are taught in English. They often offer chances for students to work or study abroad. They also have strong connections with businesses and government.

Out of about 250 business schools in France, only 39 are members of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE). Many of the best business schools in Europe are CGE members.

Degrees from EM Normandie are approved by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles. They are also awarded by the Ministry of National Education (France). Higher education business degrees in France have three levels:

A Bachelor's degree usually takes three years of study after high school. A Master's degree takes two more years after that. The special PGE (Program Grand École) leads to a Master's in Management (M.M.) degree.

Besides the French Ministry of Education, EM Normandie is also approved by two top international groups: The European Foundation for Management Development (EQUIS) and The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). In 2022, the Financial Times ranked its Masters in Management program 72nd in the world.

International Opportunities

EM Normandie has over 200 partner universities around the world. These are in more than 50 different countries. Students can spend one or two semesters studying abroad at these partner schools.

Nine different foreign languages are taught at the five campuses. About 730 international students study at EM Normandie each year. More than 30% of the full-time teachers are from other countries. The school also offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs taught completely in English.

Some of EM Normandie's partner universities include:

EM Normandie has four campuses outside of France:

At these international campuses, all courses are taught 100% in English.

School Values

EM Normandie's way of teaching is built on three main ideas:

  • Boldness: Being brave and ready to try new things.
  • Loyalty: Being faithful and committed.
  • Fortitude: Having strength and courage, especially when things are difficult.

Campuses of EM Normandie

EM Normandie has five main campuses. Three are in France: Caen, Le Havre, and Paris. Two are abroad: Oxford and Dublin.

Le Havre Campus

Le Havre is a big French city on the coast, near the mouth of the River Seine. Its port is one of the largest in France. The Le Havre Campus is the oldest campus of EM Normandie. The new campus building opened in September 2020. It is a large, modern building in the heart of the city.

Caen Campus

Caen is a city in northwestern France. It is the capital of the Calvados region. The Caen Campus is the second main campus of EM Normandie. It is 7,000 square meters in size. It has many classrooms, computer rooms, language labs, and a media library. In 2016, the campus added another 2,000 square meters to handle more students.

Paris Campus

The Paris campus is located in the 16th District of Paris. It welcomes both undergraduate (Bachelor's) and postgraduate (Master's) students.

Oxford Campus

The Oxford Campus shares buildings with the City of Oxford College. It is easy to reach by public transport. It is also close to the new Westgate Shopping Centre. This campus offers a café, a canteen, a gym, and a library. All courses here are taught completely in English.

Dublin Campus

The Dublin Campus is located near the city's financial district. It was the second international campus to open, in 2017. All the courses at the Dublin Campus are taught 100% in English.

Famous Alumni

Many successful people have graduated from EM Normandie. Here are a few:

  • Shonnead Dégremont (graduated 2018), who started Petites Culottées.
  • Louis Haincourt (graduated 2018), who founded Dealer de coque and co-founded Mama Poké.
  • Vincent Porquet (graduated 2011), who co-founded Fizzer (a postcard service).
  • Orelsan (graduated 2004), a famous French rapper, songwriter, and film director.
  • Patrick Bourdet (graduated 2003), former president of Areva Med and an author.
  • Michael Ferrière (graduated 2002), who co-founded One Each.
  • Frédéric Daruty de Grandpré (graduated 1991), president and director of 20 Minutes newspaper.
  • Michel Wolfovski (graduated 1982), financial director of Club Méditerranée.
  • Claude Changarnier (graduated 1982), former vice-president of finance and administration for Microsoft International.
  • Frédérique Clavel (graduated 1981), president of Les Pionnières federation.
  • Michel Langrand (graduated 1976), former president of Velux France.

See also

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