IÉSEG School of Management facts for kids
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Institut d'Économie Scientifique et de Gestion
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| Motto | Empowering changemakers for a better society |
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| Type | Grande école de commerce et de management (Private research university Business school) |
| Established | 1964 |
| Accreditation | Triple accreditation: AACSB; AMBA; EQUIS |
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Academic affiliation
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Conférence des Grandes écoles |
| Budget | 71 million euros (2019) |
| President | Marc Delozanne |
| Dean | Caroline Roussel |
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Academic staff
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175 permanent professors 100% PhD.; 46% female; 88% international |
| Students | 7,000 |
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France
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| Language | English-only & French-only instruction |
| Colors | Blue Yellow |
| Website | https://www.ieseg.fr/en/ |
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IÉSEG School of Management is a famous business school in France. Its full name, Institut d'Économie Scientifique Et de Gestion, means "The Institute of Scientific Economics and Management." It's a private school that teaches business and management.
IÉSEG was started in 1964 in Lille, France. It is part of the private Université Catholique de Lille, which is the biggest private university in France. The school has two main locations: one in Lille and another in Paris.
IÉSEG is special because it has received the "Triple Crown" of international business school approvals. These are EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. This means it meets very high standards for teaching and quality around the world.
The school is often ranked among the Top 10 business schools in France by the International Financial Times. It is also a "Grande École" and a member of the Conférence des Grandes écoles. This makes IÉSEG one of the most respected schools in France.
In 2019/2020, IÉSEG had over 9,000 former students (alumni). It also had 7,000 students on its Lille and Paris campuses. About 2,600 of these students came from over 100 different countries. The school has more than 700 teachers, and most of them are from other countries.
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History of IÉSEG
IÉSEG was founded in 1964 in Lille by Michel Falise, an economist. In 1976, the French Ministry of National Education officially recognized the school. It became a member of the Conférence des Grandes écoles in 1997.
In 2002, IÉSEG was one of the first business schools in France to offer a Master in management taught completely in English. This made it easier for students from all over the world to study there.
Since 2006, IÉSEG has worked with the CNRS, which is a big research organization in France. This partnership helps the school do important research. IÉSEG earned its "Triple Crown" accreditations between 2012 and 2013. These are EQUIS (2012), AACSB (2013), and AMBA (2013).
Instead of opening campuses in other countries, IÉSEG has focused on making its Lille and Paris campuses better. The Lille campus is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is different from many other schools in France.
What is a Grande École?
IÉSEG School of Management is known as a Grande école. These are special higher education schools in France. They are separate from, but connected to, the main public university system.
Think of them like the Ivy League schools in the United States or Oxbridge in the UK. Grandes Écoles are very selective. Students have to pass a tough exam to get in. Many graduates from these schools go on to hold important jobs in government and big companies in France.
Grandes Écoles usually have smaller class sizes than public universities. Many of their programs are taught in English, which is great for international students. They also offer international internships and study abroad chances. They have strong connections with businesses and government.
IÉSEG is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE). Out of 250 business schools in France, only 39 are CGE members. This shows how special IÉSEG is.
Degrees from IÉSEG are approved by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles. They are also awarded by the French Ministry of National Education. IÉSEG also has the "Triple Crown" of international business school accreditations. These are EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. In 2022, the Financial Times ranked its Masters in Management program 26th in the world.
Programs Offered
Higher education business degrees in France have three levels. These are the Licence/Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees. A Bachelor's degree usually takes three years. A Master's degree takes two more years after the Bachelor's.
Grande École Program
IÉSEG offers a special five-year Master in Management program. Students can join this program right after finishing high school (the French Baccalauréat). This is different from many other French Grande écoles.
This program has a three-year Bachelor cycle first. During this time, students learn about different areas of management. These include International Business, Marketing, and Operations Management.
After the Bachelor cycle, there's a two-year Master cycle. Here, students can choose to focus on a specific area. Some options include Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, or International Negotiation. Students can also choose to take all courses in English. This is helpful for students from other countries who don't speak French.
Bachelor in International Business
The Bachelor in International Business (BIB) program started in 2015. It is taught entirely in English. This program is for students who are interested in management and international business.
Students learn how to manage projects for global companies. They also learn to work in different business situations in a responsible way. The program includes six semesters of classes. Students can also choose to study abroad or get a double degree.
The BIB program also includes three internships. These internships give students seven months of work experience. This helps them build connections and get ready for jobs after graduation. Students must also spend at least three months abroad. This can be for studying or working.
Master of Science (MSc) Programs
IÉSEG offers several Master of Science (MSc) programs. These programs are taught completely in English. After finishing, students receive an MSc degree from the Conférence des Grandes écoles. This degree shows the high quality of the school.
International MBA
The International MBA (IMBA) is a one-year program. It is also taught entirely in English. IÉSEG's IMBA program is approved by AMBA.
In 2020, IÉSEG's IMBA program was ranked 38th globally. It was also noted for having a high percentage of international teachers and students. The students in this program come from many different countries. They usually have about 7 years of work experience before joining.
Executive MBA (EMBA)
The Executive MBA (EMBA) is for people who already have important jobs. It helps them develop leadership skills for new roles. This program also provides a recognized title in France and Europe.
The EMBA class includes students from many different backgrounds and countries. They usually have about 16 years of work experience. This mix of experiences makes for rich discussions and projects.
How to Get In
To get into the first year of the "Grande Ecole Programme," students take the Access exam. It's very competitive. In 2019, over 5,700 students applied, but only 800 were accepted.
For the Bachelor in International Business and other Master's programs, admission is different. Students apply online with their resume and English language test scores. They also do an online video or interview.
IÉSEG offers many scholarships to students. These scholarships can help cover tuition costs. Students don't need to apply separately for scholarships. The admissions team decides on scholarships when they review applications.
International Connections
Exchange Programs
IÉSEG has over 300 partner universities around the world. These partners are in 75 different countries. Some of these famous universities include:
- Harvard University
- Cornell University
- University of California Berkeley
- University of Glasgow
- Korea University
- University of Bologna
- McGill University
IÉSEG students can study abroad for one or two semesters during their Bachelor's degree. They can also do this during their Master's degree. Each year, IÉSEG welcomes over 2,500 international students to its campuses.
Dual Degree Options
IÉSEG also offers several dual degree programs. This means students can earn two degrees from two different universities. This is available for both Bachelor and Master programs.
| Program | Partner universities in 2021 |
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| Bachelor's degree | EBS University of Business and Law  Germany
Fairleigh Dickinson University |
| Master's degree | Plekhanov Russian University of Economics  Russia
Lancaster University |
| Doctor of Philosophy | KU Leuven  Belgium |
Research at IÉSEG
IÉSEG has a research department that works with CNRS. CNRS is a government-owned research group in France. The main areas of research at IÉSEG include economics, finance, accounting, and marketing. They also study management and negotiation.
IÉSEG has special centers for research:
- IÉSEG Center of excellence in Negotiation (ICoN): This center focuses on research and teaching about negotiation. It looks at how people negotiate in business, sales, and international relations.
- IÉSEG Center for Marketing Analytics (ICMA): This group works on research about marketing analytics. They help businesses use data to understand customers and improve their marketing.
- IÉSEG Center for Organizational Responsibility (ICOR): ICOR was started in 2014. It aims to share knowledge about social responsibility and sustainability in business. It helps students, researchers, and companies learn how to be more responsible.
Campus Locations
IÉSEG has two main campuses in France.
Lille Campus (Headquarters)
The first campus is in the center of Lille. It has modern buildings that cover over 20,000 square meters. The classrooms, computer labs, and offices are open to students 24/7. Students use an ID card to get in.
There are over 200 computers with internet access for students and teachers. The Vauban University Library has more than 55,000 books and many journals. A project called "The IÉSEG Village" is making the Lille campus even bigger and better. It will add new spaces and green areas.
Paris Campus
In 2008, IÉSEG opened a second campus in La Défense. This is a big business area near Paris. The Paris Campus has three buildings. They cover about 15,500 square meters.
The campus has classrooms, multimedia rooms, and two trading rooms. There is also a library, cafeterias, and meeting rooms for student clubs.
Famous Alumni
Many successful people have graduated from IÉSEG. Here are a few:
- Alma, a French singer and songwriter
- Gabriel Ramon Castello Taliani - Chairman & Director at UBS
- Christophe CATOIR (1995) - President France and Northern Europe, Adecco Group
- Bruno DE FOUGEROUX (1998) - Former chief executive Danone Water France & Benelux
- Guillaume FOURDINIER (2010) - Co-founder & CEO, Agricool
- Elsa HERMAL (2012) - Co-founder & General Manager, Epicery
- Corinne HOCHART (1994) - CEO, Oney France
- Etienne HUREZ (1994) - CEO, Boulanger Group
- Pierre-Alain VIELVOYE (1992) - Chairman, Groupe Adeo
- Nicolas WALLAERT (1995), General Manager, Cofidis France
See also
In Spanish: IÉSEG School of Management para niños
