Ecole de Management, de Finance et de Droit (ESAM Group IGS), School of Management, Finance and Law

• Location: Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Rennes, France,
• Established: 1987,
• Number of students: more than 1000,
• Language of instruction: French, English,
• Type: mixed.

Ecole de Management, de Finance et de Droit (ESAM Group IGS) is an authoritative school of corporate finance, strategic management and law, which is part of the global educational network of Group IGS. The institution has campuses in four cities in France: Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Rennes.

For more than 30 years, the specialized educational institution has been educated financial managers, business lawyers and specialists in related fields for bachelor's and master's programs. Providing students with a modern infrastructure and a new approach to teaching, the school regularly occupies a leading position in many national and international rankings.

By enrolling in the institution's academic programs, the student can adjust their curriculum according to their goals and strengths in order to achieve academic and career success. Qualified teachers help students at every stage of implementation: from admission to graduation and the first months of job search.

Thanks to the competitiveness of diplomas, high-quality knowledge and a variety of internships both in France and abroad, graduates are ready for serious work: they adapt quickly, have strong leadership qualities, teamwork and independent work skills.

The institution has a web platform - an electronic "campus" that allows students to access academic information at any time and from anywhere: lectures and practical assignments, their academic performance and chats with teachers. It is also designed for the exchange of documents and the storage of submitted works.

The educational institution has campuses in Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Rennes.

In addition to internships and university semesters abroad, ESAM offers up to 27 months of professional and academic study abroad. The school's campuses in Casablanca, Dublin and Sherbrooke host students and provide opportunities to explore other cultures and gain experience in international education. 

The institution does not have its own residential buildings. Employees offer assistance in finding housing near campuses and any of the districts of Paris, Toulouse, Lyon and Rennes: rooms, apartments, apartments, rooms in residences and other types of accommodation accept students from 18 years old.

In every city in France where ESAM campuses are located, any of the students is sure to find something to their liking: from a relaxing holiday with the study of local culture and cuisine to active sports and hiking. Thanks to the school's cooperation with many local organizations, students have benefits for the purchase of tickets for entertainment and cultural events, public transport passes, gym memberships and other services.

During the academic year, more than a hundred festive, thematic events are organized on campuses that unite the student community and help foreign students plunge into the life of France. Clubs and communities open and regulated by the students themselves have the same goal: sports, creative, scientific, religious, volunteer and other topics are supported by the staff of the institution and allow you to develop the interests of students.

• No. 1 in the ranking of opportunities presented to students and No. 1 in the list of the best programs with a combination of "work-study",
• The school is a member of DFCG, AMRAE,
• Most graduates are employed within six months after graduation,
• A variety of internships during and after studies,
• 91% of students recommend courses from the school.

Paris is one of the liveliest and most developed cities in the world, which attracts many students from different countries every year. Located on the Parodi campus and close to the Canal Saint-Martin, ESAM offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and equipment for both academic and extracurricular development:

• An area of 6500 sq. m with several buildings,
• 100 modular rooms, including 12 amphitheaters with state-of-the-art equipment for collective classes and lectures by invited speakers,
• International Documentation Center, which provides assistance to international students,
• Computer classes for self-study,
• Dining room
• Recreation areas,
• Rooms for meetings of student clubs and events.

The study area in Lyon has been open since 2004. On an area of 22,500 sq. m, the following are equipped:

• A learning lab is a space for experimentation and collaboration,
• An incubator in the format of a coworking space, operating since 2014,
• Amphitheaters for lectures with a capacity of 40 to 300 people,
• 170 classrooms,
• 800 computers in the halls created for self-study and project implementation,
• Two dining rooms,
• Information library with reading room.

The campus in Toulouse is located near the city center, 20 minutes by tram or bus, adjacent to green areas, sports and entertainment facilities, shops, cafes and residential complexes. A small area of 4000 sq. m is equipped with the necessary equipment and offers classrooms, computer coworking areas, a dining room and areas for relaxation and lunch.

Rennes is one of the fastest growing cities in the world.  The Land campus has a variety of facilities and services designed for learning and self-development:

• An area of 6500 sq. m with modern architecture, adapted to modern pedagogy,
• 20 modular rooms, two of which are built in the format of an amphitheater,
• Two incubators for creating projects,
• Digital Laboratory,
• Cultural Center,
• Garden complex,
• Food Industry Center,
• Computer labs with a wired internet connection and high-speed WiFi, which operates throughout the study area,
• Dining room
• Recreation and self-study areas.

The academic year for most programs lasts from September to mid-summer. Students attend classes from Monday to Friday, and rest on weekends and holidays. The school's campuses are also closed during the winter and summer holidays.

An approximate list of additional costs:

• Accommodation and meals,
• Public transport
• Health insurance,
• Registration fees, housing deposits, student association fees,
• Personal expenses.

Most programs accept new students in September. For admission, candidates need to go through several stages:

• Filling out an online form and submitting documents,
• Receiving a positive response from the admissions committee,
• Passing entrance examinations: interviews, testing,
• Booking accommodation, financing,
• Arrive on campus to fill out the latest registration forms and start education.

About 95% of graduates find a job or continue their academic path within six months of graduating from ESAM. A network of 5250 graduates confirms the quality of education, developing business and working in large companies in France and abroad.

Applicants for undergraduate programs must provide:

• Certificate of completion of complete secondary education with an evaluation transcript,
• Certificate confirming the level of knowledge of English or French. The language of instruction depends on the chosen program.

Applicants wishing to obtain a master's degree or MBA must have:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with an appraisal certificate,
• Certificate of proficiency in English or French: IELTS from 6.5, TOEFL from 550 or equivalent,
• Resume: work experience, research projects and more.

Foreign candidates must also provide personal documents: passport, health insurance and visa for long-term study in France.

• Based on social criteria – up to 50% of the tuition fee,
• Academic performance - from 300 to 500 €,
• Sports and creative achievements – up to 500 € for high-level athletes and artists (SHN) who are actively involved in the life of ESAM,
• Erasmus+ for foreign students – financing of accommodation and education.

Individual funding is an opportunity to combine study with an internship or divide the annual payment of the program into three or six parts, receiving a 2% discount.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision