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IESEG School of Management – Ranking, Fee, Courses, Admission, Alumni

Written by  Vishesh Chogtu

Published on Fri, February 28, 2020 10:13 AM   Updated on Wed, September 9, 2020 10:36 AM   14 mins read

IESEG School of Management is a post-baccalaureate and graduate business school in France. The school was established in the year 1964 in Lille. IESEG is a member of the ‘Université Catholique de Lille’ consortium, the largest private university in France in terms of student population and endowment. IESEG School of Management holds the “Triple Crown” of business school accreditations:

Source: ÉSEG School of Management
  1. EQUIS: EFMD Quality Improvement System
  2. AACSB: Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  3. AMBA: Association of MBAs
  4. CGE: Conférence des Grandes Écoles

IESEG School of Management is one of France’s top 10 business schools by the Financial Times. The school is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles and collaborates with the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), a state-owned research body. IESEG, a French Grande Ecole, has two campuses in Lille and Paris.

In 1964, IESEG was founded as Institut d’ Economie Scientifique et de Gaston and was recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education in the year 1976. 

  1. In the year 1985, IESEG collaborated with CNRS, National Center for Scientific Research. 
  2. In the year 1997, IESEG became a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles. 
  3. In the year 2009, IESEG School of Management opened a campus in Paris. 
  4. In the year 2012, IESEG was accredited by EQUIS.
  5. In the year 2013, IESEG was accredited by AACSB.
  6. In the year 2016, IESEG earned AMBA accreditation. 

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IESEG School of Management – Rankings

IESEG School of Management, a member of the largest private university in France in terms of student population and endowment, was ranked 64th in the European Business Schools Ranking 2019 by the Financial Times.

IESEG School of Management has been further ranked by the following: 

  1. Financial Times:    
    • 33rd among the best masters in management in the world
    • 6th among the best masters in management in French Business School 
  2. L’étudiant – L’express:
    • 8th for the general ranking 
    • 5th for academic excellence
    • 3rd for international excellence
    • 10th for corporate relations 
    • 3rd for graduate satisfaction 
  3. Le Figaro Etudiant (Ranking of Business Schools Recruiting Students from High School): 10th among Business Schools
  4. QS Business Masters Ranking 2020: 
    • 21st worldwide for MSc in Digital Marketing & CRM 
    • 5th French Business School for MSc in Digital Marketing & CRM
    • 3rd French Business School for MSc in Business Analysis and Consulting 
  5. The Economist: 20th in Masters in Management 
  6. Global MBA Ranking 2020: 38th in Global MBA Ranking 2020. 

IESEG School of Management – Fees

IESEG School of Management follows a very stringent fee structure. The tuition fee for all courses is enumerated below. 

  1. The Grande École Program – €11,480 per year
  2. Bachelor in International Business – €10,223 per year
  3. Master of Science in International Business – €15,500
  4. International Business and Technology – €16,000
  5. Fashion Management – €17,500
  6. Digital Marketing & CRM – €15,750
  7. Business Analysis & Consulting – €15,750
  8. International Accounting, Audit & Control – €15,000
  9. Finance – €16,500
  10. Investment Banking & Capital Markets – €15,000
  11. International Business Negotiation – €14,000
  12. Big Data Analytics for Business – €16,500

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IESEG School of Management – Campus

IESEG School of Management has two campuses, one in Lille, and the other in Paris. 

Lille Campus

The Lille Campus was established in 1964 as Institut d’Economie Scientifique et de Gestion. It is in the heart of Lille in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. The students at IESEG have access to 

  1. IESEG Campus Library has over 2500 basic books, 50 scientific journals, master theses of students, reference books, etc. 
  2. Vauban University Library has over 34,000 books, 400 magazines, 2,700 master theses, access to more than 20,000 e-sources, etc., 
  3. Université Catholique de Lille Networked Digital Library: An online library 
  4. Computer Terminals 
  5. Multimedia rooms 
  6. Cafet’ IESEG 
  7. University Restaurants 
  8. Fitness Rooms
  9. Norbert Segard Sports Complex, and much more. 

Paris Campus

The Paris Campus was established in 2009. It is located in the Grande Arche Building, at the heart of the business district of La Défense. It has: 3 buildings with

  • 20 lecture halls, 
  • 20 classrooms, 
  • Three multimedia rooms, 
  • Two trading rooms, 
  • a library, 
  • Two cafeterias, and 
  • meeting rooms for clubs and associations. 

IESEG School of Management – Courses

Accredited by EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and Association of MBAs (AMBA), IESEG School of Management provides a lot of programs for a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, as well as summer programs.

IESEG School of Management provides the following courses: 

  1. The Grande École Program:
    • The Bachelor Cycle
    • The Master Cycle
    • Exchange Program
    • Dual Degree Programs
  2. Bachelor in International Business
  3. Masters of Science: 
    • International Business
    • International Business and Technology 
    • Fashion Management
    • Digital Marketing & CRM 
    • Business Analysis & Consulting 
    • International Accounting, Audit & Control 
    • Finance
    • Investment Banking and Capital Markets
    • International Business Negotiation 
    • Big Data Analytics for Business
  4. MBA:
    • International MBA
    • MBA in Leadership and Coding 
    • Executive MBA 
  5. Spring & Summer Programmes:
    • Digital Marketing Summer Program
    • Entrepreneurship and Innovation Summer Program 
    • International Fashion Business Summer Program 
    • International Summer Academy 
  6. Executive Education:
    • Executive Program in Financial Management
    • Executive Program in Commercial Management and Business Development 
    • Executive Program in Marketing & Digitalization 
    • Family Business Management Program 

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IESEG School of Management – MBA

IESEG School of Management offers MBA programs that provide high-level management studies. The programs provide managers with the opportunity to develop skills that are required in top management positions. The programs are usually taught in English and propose three MBA programs: International MBA, MBA in Leadership and Coding, and Executive MBA. 

  • International MBA: IMBA, taught in English, is a one-year program which aims at managers with the potential of being global business leaders. 
  • MBA in Leadership and Coding: MBA in Leadership and Coding is a program to equip and inspire the professionals who seek to understand the complexity of a digital world in both business and tech. It is designed for professionals with at least three years of work experience. 
  • Executive MBA: The objective of the two-year part-time program is to train the new generation to take up challenges. The program is designed for working professionals. 

IESEG School of Management – MIM

IESEG School of Management’s MIM programs provide programs which are taught entirely in English. Upon completing the master’s programs, the students are awarded the traditional ‘MSc Degree’ from the Conférence des Grandes Écoles.

The MIM programs provided by IESEG School of Management are: 

  1. International Business: Master of Science in International Business (MIB) is a one-year program completely taught in English. The course is taught on both the campuses, Lille and Paris. The program provides the skills and mindset required for success in the international business within a limited time frame. 
  2. International Business and Technology: Masters of Science in International Business and Technology is a one-year program that is completely taught in English. The course is taught at the Paris Campus. The program focuses on business strategy and development in a global context. 
  3. Fashion Management: Masters of Science in Fashion Management is a one-year program that is entirely taught in English. The course focuses on specializing in fashion and luxury management. 
  4. Digital Marketing & CRM: Masters of Science in Digital Marketing & CRM is a three semesters program, which is entirely taught in English. The course is taught in Lille Campus and provides a unique opportunity to strengthen Digital Marketing & CRM knowledge. 
  5. Business Analysis & Consulting: Masters in Science in Business Analysis & Consulting is a one-year course taught in English. The course is taught at the Paris Campus, and it focuses on providing communication skills required to create a sustainable performance for companies. 
  6. International Accounting, Audit & Control: Masters in Science in International Accounting, Audit & Control is a one-year program taught in English and is taught in the Paris Campus. 
  7. Finance: Masters in Science in Finance is a one-year program, taught in English and is taught in the Paris Campus. 
  8. Investment Banking & Capital Markets: Masters in Science in Investment Banking & Capital Markets is a one-year program, which is taught in English Language and is taught in Lille, France. 
  9. International Business Negotiation: Masters in Science in International Business Negotiation is a one-year program, taught in English. The program is taught at the Paris Campus. 
  10. Big Data Analytics for Business: Masters of Science in Big Data Analytics for Business is a one-year program, taught in the English Language, and is taught in the Lille Campus. 

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IESEG School of Management – Admissions

Admission details for various programs offered by IESEG School of Management are:

Grande École Program

1st year

  1. Students living outside France: Admissions are based on the student’s application, academic performance, level of English proficiency, and letters of recommendation. ACCÉS Exams are exempted from these students to avoid traveling to France for written and oral tests. There are no interviews involved. The application fee for the same is €200.   
  2. Students living in France: Admissions are made through the ACCÉS Exam for students holding a Baccalauréat degree. Registrations for the same are made through the platform ‘Parcoursup.’ ACCÉS is conducted in two forms: Written and oral. The students who pass the written exam are eligible for the oral test. The application fee for the same is €285.

2nd year

  1. Students living outside France: Admissions to the 2nd year are based on the student’s application, academic performance, level of English proficiency, and letters of recommendation. There are no interviews involved. The application fee for the same is €140.
  2. Students living in France: Applicants are required to fill and send an application file. Selected candidates will be invited to the Lille Campus for interviews. The application fee for the same is €140. 

3rd year

  1. Students living outside France: Admissions to the 3rd year are based on the student’s application, academic performance, level of English proficiency, and letters of recommendation. There are no interviews involved. The application fee for the same is €140.
  2. Students living in France: Applicants are required to fill and send an application file. Selected candidates will be invited to the Lille Campus for interviews. The application fee for the same is €140. 

 Master year:

  1. Students living outside France: Admissions to the Master Year are based on the student’s application, academic performance, level of English proficiency, and letters of recommendation. There are no interviews involved. The application fee for the same is €140.
  2. Students living in France: Applicants are required to fill and send an application file. Selected candidates will be invited to the Lille Campus for interviews. The application fee for the same is €140. 
    • Bachelor in International Business: Admissions for the first year are made by filling out an application form through Parcoursup. The application fee for the same is €100. 
    • Master of Science: Applicants are required to complete and send an application file within the time frame. The recruiters then interview selected Candidates, and a final decision is made. The application fee is €100. 
    • MBA: Applicants are required to complete and send an application file within the time frame. The recruiters then interview selected Candidates, and a final decision is made. The application fee is €100. 
    • Executive MBA: An application file needs to complete by the applicant after have a one-to-one meeting with an executive education adviser. After completing the form, a one-on-one meeting with the academic director and a member of the academic staff takes place. Applicants can be asked to take a written test for recruitment.                                

IESEG School of Management – Admission Requirements

To pursue a course offered by IESEG School of Management, the requirements for admission are:

  1. Completed application form 
  2. Transcripts of the last two years of education (according to the degree and year pursuing in)
  3. Transcripts for Secondary education and high school
  4. English proficiency test (IELTS: 6.5, TOELF IBT: 85, Duolingo: 105, TOEIC 4 skills: 850, Cambridge Exam B2)
  5. Candidate’s motivation video on the Visio Talent website
  6. 3 Letters of Recommendation 
  7. Copy of passport
  8. Application fee
  9. Motivational questions (to be completed online)
  10. Form “Avenir” (Bachelor in International Business)
  11. At least 3 years of work experience of full time and post-graduate experience (International MBA)
  12. At least five years of work experience at an executive level (Executive MBA)

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IESEG School of Management – Accommodation

The campuses at Lille and Paris, provide three kinds of accommodation options:

  • Student and Private Residencies 
  • Private Landlords
  • Apartment Sharing 

Students have a choice among the three accommodation options. After choosing one of the options, the student must apply directly to the housing platform. The details are sent to the students, along with their application letter. The lease contracts are for a minimum of one semester. Household Insurance is mandatory, without which a key will not be issued.

The approximate cost of housing is:

  • Lille: Between €400 and €800 per month
  • Paris: Between €450 and €1050 per month

IESEG School of Management – Alumni

IESEG School of Management has several notable alumni. They work in various fields, such as finance, human resources, sales management, or marketing. A few notable alumni produced by IESEG School of Management have been mentioned below. 

  1. Richard Arnault – Chief Financial Officer, Haas Gestion
  2. Bénédicte Barbry – Director of External Relations and Public Affairs, Mobivia Groupe
  3. Delphine Buchot – Senior Client On-Boarding Manager, J.P. Morgan Asset Management 
  4. Lisbeth Caceres – AVP Controlling PPD Headquarter/ SalonCentric, L’Oréal 
  5. Martine Carlu-Benasich – Managing Director, Intervale

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IESEG School of Management – Reviews

A lot of students pursuing various courses at the IESEG School of Management have reviewed the business school. The following are a few reviews given by the students. 

  1. Review 1- 3/5. A well-renowned institution with good accreditations. Great emphasis over diversity in terms of students and faculty. Provides for one of the best students lives among other universities with adequate support. However, it could provide better professors for its standards. 
  2. Review 2- 5/5. The University has beautifully inculcated and accommodated ethnicity and culture of all backgrounds. The courses, societies resonate around to build dignified and responsible citizens of tomorrow.
  3. Review 3- 4/5. Great Student life and great courses. IESEG is a school where it is pleasant to study, thanks to its well-developed student life. 
  4. Review 4- 5/5. Great School with great people. A very high-quality business school with great teachers. I would recommend this school for the quality of the courses there. Also, the campus in La Défense (near Paris) is great and modern. 
  5. Review 5- 5/5. A school with great student life. The courses given at IESEG are of high quality because 100% of the professors have a Ph. D. Student life is also very present. 

IESEG School of Management – Address

IESEG School of Management has two campuses. The address of both campuses has been mentioned below. 

  • Lille Campus- 3 rue de la Digue, 

59000 Lille – France 

  • Paris Campus- 1 parvis de la Défense 

Socle de la Grande Arche 

92044 Paris la Défense – France 

IESEG School of Management – Contact

    The contact details of both the campuses have been mentioned below.

  • Lille Campus: +33 (0)3.20.54.58.92
  • Paris Campus: +33 (0)1.55.91.10.10

FAQs

✅ What does IESEG stand for?

Ans. IESEG in IESEG School of Management stands for Institut d’ Economie Scientifique Et de Gaston, which means The Institute of Scientific Economics and Management. 

✅ Is IESEG RNCP certified? 

Ans. International MBA, a program offered by IESEG School of Management, provides a title with the National Repertory of Professional Certification, RNCP- Level 1, which is recognized in France and Europe. 

✅ How to contact IESEG?

Ans. The contact number for IESEG Paris is +33 (0)1.55.91.10.10
The contact number for IESEG Lille is +33 (0)3.20.54.58.92

✅ Is French background mandatory for IESEG?

Ans. French Background is not mandatory for IESEG but would be beneficial. In some programs, French classes are given to students.  

✅ What are the admission requirements for IESEG?

Ans. The admission requirements for IESEG are:

1. Completed application form
2. Transcripts of the last two years of education (according to the degree and year pursuing in)
3. Transcripts for Secondary education and high school
4. English proficiency test (IELTS: 6.5, TOELF IBT: 85, Duolingo: 105, TOEIC 4 skills: 850, Cambridge Exam B2)
5. Candidate’s motivation video on the Visio Talent website
6. 3 Letters of Recommendation
7. Copy of passport
8. Application fee
9. Motivational questions (to be completed online)
10. Form “Avenir” (Bachelor in International Business)
11. At least 3 years of work experience of full time and post-graduate experience (International MBA)
12. At least 5 years of work experience at an executive level (Executive MBA)

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