Grenoble
Grenoble Ecole de Management
Location:
Grenoble, France
Introduction:
Grenoble Ecole de Management welcomes around 300 exchange students per year coming from 34 different countries from all over the world. Grenoble Ecole de Management has 125 partner institutions.
Grenoble Ecole de Management is more than just a school. It is a laboratory, It is a testing ground, a place for experimentation, analysis and unique combinations to solve complex problems.
Founded in Grenoble, a city of science and technology, the school has developed solid expertise in the management of technology and innovation. This foundation has enabled GEM to expand its research, teaching and expertise to meet challenges in the digital world, healthcare, energy, entrepreneurship, sharing economy and geopolitics.
Academic Areas of Expertise/Focus:
Technology Management, Entrepreneurship, Innovation
Level:
BCom or MBA
Available Spots:
6 semester spots/academic year
Special Admission Requirements:
n/a
Approximate Term Dates:
Semester 1: September - December
Semester 2: January - May
Summer Program Option:
Grenoble International Summer School
Academics
Full-time Course Load: 30 ECTS/semester (equivalent to 15 UofA credits)
Language(s) of Instruction: English / French
*students are not permitted to take a mix of English & French taught courses
Course Restrictions: Grenoble is a specialized business and management institution. No courses are offered in other areas
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General Information for Exchange Students
Services
✕ On-Campus Student Residences
✓ Off-Campus Housing Assistance
✕ Buddy Program
✓ Pre-Semester Orientation Program
✓ Language Courses
✕ Airport Pick-up Service
✕ Mandatory Insurance Program
✕ Internship Placement Program
✕ Host Family/Home Stay Program
Special Funding:
n/a
Student Feedback:
Past Participant Reports (requires login with UofA CCID)
Destination Overview (averages based on 5 reviews by past participants):
| Academic Quality compared to ASB | |||| | |
| Lower | Higher | |
| Academic Difficulty compared to ASB | |||||| | |
| Difficult | Easy | |
| Need for Second Language | || | |
| Essential | Unnecessary | |
| Extracurriculars & Social Options | |||||||| | |
| Nonexistent | Excellent | |
| Cost of Living compared to Edmonton | |||||| | |
| High $$$ | Low $ | |
| Housing Options | || | |
| Poor | Excellent | |
| Recommended to Other Students | |||||||||||||| | |
| No | Yes |
Comments:
"The education level at Grenoble Ecole de Management was not very high compared to that of the UofA. That being said, I had a very great exchange and I'm thankful I got to participate in this incredible opportunity."
"Despite being in a small city, I instantly fell in love with the city of Grenoble upon arrival."
"I found that the expectations required from me in France were considerably less than in Canada. Class, homework, projects and testing did not require a lot of effort however the lectures were strong and informative. Almost all work was completed during class, this allowed for a lot of extra free time outside of school."
"Grenoble Ecole de Management is a great exchange destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in French language and culture. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, the city is nearby lots of ski resorts and hiking trails."