E.M. Lyon, École Supérieure de Commerce – Lyon, France - Undergraduate
E.M. Lyon is one of Europe’s leading business schools offering an intensive management program. It prides itself on being adept to new innovative teaching styles while providing courses with an international perspective. The instructors are committed to providing students with an education that will allow them to succeed in the changing global market.
Location
With 1.2 million people, Lyon is France's second largest city. Having made the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lyon compares with Venice, Prague and St. Petersburg in cultural importance. Lyon is well known for its world-class museums and restaurants, which are affordable and of high quality. Located in the heart of France, it is only two hours away from Paris by TGV (high-speed train), equal time away by car from the Alps and Italy and four hours away from the French Riviera. Having an excellent public transit system, access to the surrounding areas is quite attainable.
Located in Ecully, a residential suburb of Lyon (approximately 12 km from the city centre), E.M. Lyon is a mere 10 minutes away from the city centre. As the University is situated in a rural setting within a large park of over 18 acres, it is ideal for quiet study with the convenience of easily exploring Lyon’s wonders.
Approximate Term Dates
Full Year: October to June
Academic Information
Lectures are provided for each class with generally much emphasis placed on group study. Students attending E.M. Lyon will take courses from Lyon’s Bachelor year. Exchange students are put into a fixed academic program taught in French and do not have flexibility with the courses. A copy of the curriculum is available in the Resource Library.
Credit Equivalency
60 ECTS = 30 SSB credits
Language
French
Computer Facilities
There are computer rooms available with access to Windows applications, email accounts and Internet.
Type/Availability of Accommodation
On-campus housing is provided at Le Galion residence hall. Off-campus housing assistance is also available.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance is mandatory for all exchange students. Students are responsible for purchasing health insurance before they leave for their exchange term.
Visa
For visa information, please contact:
Consulate General of France in Toronto
130 Bloor Street West, Suite 400
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1N5
Tel : (416) 925 8041
Fax : (416) 925-3076
Web site: www.consulfrance-toronto.org
Cost of Living
(Exchange Rate Link http://www.bank-banque-canada.ca/english/exchform.htm)
Further Research
The official Web site for E.M. Lyon is:
http://www.em-lyon.com/international_students
*For more information about E.M. Lyon, please visit the Resource Library in Room W263.