 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
ESCE
Ecole Supérieure du Commerce Extérieur, Pôle universitaire Léonard de Vinci, 92916 Paris La Défense Cedex, France
3.73 / 5 based on 126 reviews.
Description:
Since 1968, ESCE has trained young bacheliers to work in the field of export both in France and abroad. Thanks to the experience of the working world acquired during numerous practical training sessions and through the development and realisation of various mémoires, the ESCE students rapidly integrate into the work environment.
88% of students recommend
126 reviews
4 5-star reviews of ESCE
Review by Rurik, Loyola University New Orleans, New Orleans, United States
Business Studies, University Agreement 
HOUSING
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? An apartment, but in the city, not near school. Why? Because now I know Paris and would prefer to live nearer to the center and pay a bit less rent than the pricey district of La Defense!
Personal comments:
Overall, the housing was fine. Some others were in more modern accomodations at Pythagore and Citea, whereas Les Laureades where I was is slightly older. Still, the atmosphere of many students, most ERASMUS, was perfect for meeting people and having fun. Also, rolling out of bed and crossing the street to go to class was a plus. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
STUDENT LIFE
Personal social experience
Describe host city: Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment Personal comments:
If I told you they wouldn't be the same! No, seriously, countless fun night spots, too many to whittle down! The Nuit Blanche is not to be missed in October. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
ACADEMIC
My academic experiences
Course recommendations:
Take as many as possible at first, then decide which ones suit you and drop the others. Also, don't be afraid of the French language courses, you'll catch on eventually!
My opinion of the university assessment
Personal comments:
Just takes some adjustment compared to the American system...but no improvements really. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
Language difficulties
Language of instruction: French
Was learning French a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my French How much did you improve your French?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.) My level after: At ease in most situations Personal comments:
I made a pact with myself to speak only French with natives. With the other ERASMUS, English made more sense as everyone typically spoke better English than French. With some other ERASMUS however, I spoke French too, as we both wanted to advance our skills. Overall, my language and communication improved drastically and I felt completely at ease by the end of my time there. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
EXPENSES
The accessibility of student needs
Main source of funding:
Family Other sources of funding:
Personal savings A private grant Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
I was not attempting to be thrifty, you only study abroad in Paris once! Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Food: was the same price as at home.
Personal comments:
none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
OVERALL
Important to choosing this university...
I wish I had known...
Maybe just having a greater appreciation for future job opportunities that I had at my fingertips while there. I was well aware of the linguistic, cultural, and life-changing aspects, but now that I am looking to move and work in Paris, I wish I had spent more time networking with companies while there. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
During my experience abroad, I ...
Personal recommendation:
Absolutely go! FINAL COMMENTS
Just be open minded, dont try and transpose your home culture and expectations onto the native customs. Try everything, see as many museums, landmarks, etc.. as possible, but explore unknown, unheralded areas as well. Speak the native language as much as you can, even if its hard at first. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
|
Mobility Sponsors
|
|
About iAgora
iAgora provides university reviews and ratings by international graduates, Erasmus and exchange students. International rankings and admission details to graduate programmes like masters, MSc, MBAs and summer courses at ESCE and other business schools and universities.
© 2012
iAgora Europa, S.L
|
|
Company
iAgora Blog
About iAgora Advertise on iAgora Hotel bookings |
|
Work
All job opportunities
All Companies Jobs, Internships Marketing/Sales offers CV guides Leonardo Grants Publish job offers |
|
Studies
All Universities
Advertise your programs Login to iAgora Education |
|
Languages
All language schools
Learn Spanish Learn English Learn French Advertise your school |
Couldn't have asked for more.
Pretty good.
Could've been better, but didn't lessen the overall experience.
Disappointing.
Very Important.
Important.
Not really important.
Unimportant.
