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EDC was bought out by 270 alumni, all captains of industry, who have turned it into a small vibrant business school specializing in entrepreneurship. This specific and original organisation aims to train young people to run companies effectively and efficiently, and prepares them for the challenges of a fast-changing world. To achieve its purpose, EDC has set up an original educational framework which combines taught courses and practical hands-on business experience. Courses are taught by qualified professors and business professionals. In addition, students have the opportunity, through business assignments and internships, to test their knowledge in real-life situations, in businesses in France and abroad. Today, EDC enjoys a solid reputation in the field of entrepreneurship and stands out as one of the best business schools in its field: 20% of the students set up their own companies within 5 years of graduation; 80% of them find employment after their final year. Ethics, responsibility and resourcefulness are the core values of EDC which welcomes all those who wish to become top managers and entrepreneurs. Welcome to EDC!

Cécile CHIARAMONTI Head of International Office

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………………………………..1 I. Getting to Paris...................................................................................................................................................... 2

1) How to get to Paris from the airport ................................................................................................................ 3 2) Train ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

II. Getting to EDC .....................................................................................................................................................4 III. Studying at EDC ..................................................................................................................................................5 1) Your contacts……………………………………………………………………………………….6

2) Faculty .................................................................................................................................................................... 7 3) Types of courses taught at EDC ....................................................................................................................... 7 4) Course organisation: ............................................................................................................................................ 8 5) Grading system/choice of subjects: …………………………………………….. ……………… .8 6) Business Assignments.......................................................................................................................................... 9 7) Internships: .................................................................................................................................................... 10-11 8) Entrepreneurial Activities ................................................................................................................................. 12

a) Associations .................................................................................................................................................... 12

9) Other facilities offered by EDC ...................................................................................................................... 13 a) Resource Centre ............................................................................................................................................. 13 c) Cafeteria ........................................................................................................................................................... 13

IV Practical Information......................................................................................................................................14-18

1) Social Security ..................................................................................................................................................... 14 a) Students on an exchange programme for a whole year. .......................................................................... 15 b) Students on an exchange programme for one semester only................................................................. 15

2) The Residence Permit ........................................................................................................................................ 15 3) Accommodation ................................................................................................................................................. 16

4) Transportation in Ile de France……………………………………………………………………17 5) Monthly budget .................................................................................................................................................. 17

6) Useful numbers........................................................................................................................................:…….17 V Checklist...................................................................................................................................................................18 ANNEXE -Course offer 2012-2013 …………………………………………………………….. 19-31

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Students are advised to read the ‘Student Guide’ carefully before their arrival in France and to keep it on hand throughout their stay. This Guide has been designed to give information on practical, material and educational aspects of student-life in France.

1. Getting to Paris

1) How to reach Paris from the airport

From Roissy-Charles de Gaulle and Orly Airports Paris (PAR) Orly and Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Information on day flights: 08.92.68.15.15 (0.34 € per minute) Information on plane tickets valid for three months: 3615 HORAV (0.34 € per minute) Toll-free number DGAC: 08.00.07.07.08 www.adp.fr Orly (Orly South and Orly West) 14 km south of Paris Information: tel. 01.49.75.15.15 (from 6 am to midnight) Audiotel: 08.92.68.15.15 (0.34 € per minute) Services The airport is closed from 0.30 am to 4.30 am Customs: 01.49.75.09.10 Police: 01.49.75.43.04 Lost Property Office: 01.49.75.34.10 (Orly S) ou 01.49.75.42.34 (Orly W) Orly Airport Website www.adp.fr

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RATP: Bus n° 183 from Porte de Choisy (every 30 minutes from 6 am to 9.30 pm, journey time 50 minutes); or Bus n° 285 from Villejuif or Juvisy-sur-Orge towards Orly South Orlybus from Orly to Denfert Rochereau (+ 2 stops), every 12 minutes from 5.35 am to 11 pm towards the airport, and from 6 am to 11.30 pm towards Paris; journey time 30 minutes, fare 6€90 (information on 08.92.68.77.14) Air France Bus from Orly to Invalides (+ 3 stops including Montparnasse), every 12 minutes from 5.50 am to 11 pm, journey time 35 minutes, fare 12€ (information on 01.41.56.89.00). Orly Rail or RER C line, from 5.50 am to 10.50 pm, every 15 minutes until 9 pm and then every 30 minutes, journey time 25 minutes (RER) + 10 minutes (bus), fare 3€80 +2€50 (information on 01.53.90.20.20) Orlyval shuttle train with a connection to RER line B in Antony, from 6 am to 10.30 pm, except Sundays, from 7 am to 11 pm, every 5 or 7 minutes, journey time 25 minutes (RER) + 8 minutes (Orlyval), fare 10.90€ (information on 08.36.68.77.14). Taxi: about 35/40 € from the centre of Paris (one way-trip). Shuttles from Orly South (gate K) – Orly West (gate W) Buses or Orlyval between the terminals, every 4 to 7 minutes, journey time 3 minutes, free Roissy-Charles de Gaulle (CDG 1, 2 et 3) 25 km to the north-east of Paris Tel. 01.48.62.22.80 (24 hours a day) Audiotel: 08.92.68.15.15 (0.34 € per minute) Services Customs: 01.48.62.62.85 Police: 01.48.62.31.22 Lost Property Office: 01.48.62.13.34 (CDG1) or 01.48.16.63.83 (CDG2). Roissy Airport website www.adp.fr RATP Buses n° 350 (from Gare de l'Est) and n° 351 (from Nation), from 5.30 am or 6.30 am to 11 pm or 11.50 pm, depending on the direction for line n° 350 and from 5.55 am or 6.10 am to 8.25 pm or 9.15 pm for line n° 351, every 15 minutes (n° 350) or every 30 minutes (n° 351), journey time 45 to 60 minutes, fare 5€50. Roissybus from Roissy towards central Paris (Opéra), every 15 minutes from 5.45 am (from 6 am towards Paris) to 11 pm, journey time 45 to 60 minutes, 10€ (information on 08.36.68.77.14). Air France Bus from Roissy to Charles de Gaulle Étoile (stop at Porte Maillot), every 12 minutes from 5.45 am to 11 pm, takes 45 minutes, fare 15 € (information on 01.41.56.89.00). From Place de l’Etoile, departures every 30 minutes from 7 am to 9 pm, journey time 50 minutes, fare 17€ (information on 01.41.56.89.00). RER line B, from 5 am to midnight, at least every 15 minutes, journey time 50 minutes from Chatelet Les Halles, 9.10€ (information on : 01.53.90 20.20). In addition, there is a bus service from midnight to 5 am (information on 0.810.02.02.02). Taxi: about 50€ from the centre of Paris (one-way trip). TGV network north, west and south (plus Thalys) with direct links to Roissy-Charles de Gaulle 2 train station. Information on 08.92.35.35.35 (0.19 €/minute) or 08.91.67.68.69 (0.22 €/minute)

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Advice to students Students are advised to make photocopies of their passports, identity cards and residence permits, and keep the original documents in a safe place. When circulating in Paris, they should always have copies of these documents in their possession as there may be spot checks.

2) Train All the Paris railway stations can be reached by the underground network allowing easy

access to any part of Paris or to the suburbs. There are taxi stands at all exits. For more information on transport in Paris, refer to the "Transports" heading under Section 2 of "Practical Information".

II. Getting to EDC To get to EDC: take metro line 1 and get off at the Esplanade de la Défense station – exit 1-11. Then follow the instructions on the map below.

Orientation day An orientation day is scheduled on August 30th & 31st 2012 In the course of these days, exchange students will meet EDC staff, tutors and EDC representatives. They must also take advantage of these two days to complete all admission formalities, namely: * Obtain from the Student Service their student card and admission forms (passport and 4

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passport-size photographs are needed) * Confirm their enrolment. * Organise their time-table. * Check and confirm their password to have access to the computer rooms. * Enrol for the French Courses (cf. Study programme). * Contact the Placement Office (for students who wish to carry out an internship in France after

their academic exchange). * Buy travel passes (Pass Navigo or ImaginR Card). Students may also join a Student Association. *** In the winter semester, courses start on January 15th 2013: no induction period is scheduled for students who are on an exchange during the winter semester. *** Once courses have started, the choice of subjects is binding: students are not allowed either to modify their choice of courses or give up their studies, nor can they change classes unless authorized by the exchange coordinator both in their own country and at EDC. Attendance is compulsory and regularly checked.

III. Studying at EDC

1) Your contacts ♦International Office

Cécile Chiaramonti Head of International Office Email: cecile.chiaramonti@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 02 85 Fax: +33 1 46 93 03 87

Gérard Cazabat International Academic Coordinator Email : gerard.cazabat@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 08 44 Fax: +33 1 46 93 03 87

Luc Toniazzo Head of Corporate International Relations Email: Luc.toniazzo@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 08 45 Fax: +33 1 46 93 03 87 Guylaine Zircon Assistant to the International Office Email: guylaine.zircon@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 03 76 Fax: +33 1 46 93 03 87

♦Academic coordinators

Marika Garrel Managing Coordinator of Undergraduate Studies

Email: marika.garrel@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 49 93 03 82 Fax: +33 1 46 93 03 93

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Roya Agakhani

Coordinator of Graduate Studies Email: roya.agakhani@edcparis.edu

Tel: +33 1 46 93 00 28 Fax: +33 1 46 93 02 80

♦University Secretaries:

Aurélie Robert Department Secretary Undergraduate Studies Email: aurelie.lemal@edparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 02 86 Fax: +33 1 46 93 02 81

Roufrane Aarab Department Secretary 4th and 5th year Majors Entrepreneurship/Finance Email: roufrane.aarab@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 30 14 Fax: +33 1 46 93 02 81

Véronique Dabrowski Department Secretary 4th and 5th year Majors Marketing & International Business Email: Veronique.dabrowski@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 16 02 Fax: +33 1 46 93 02 81

♦Placement Office

Sylvie Angot Business assignments

Email: sylvie.angot@edcparis.edu Tel : +33 1 46 93 03 94 Fax : +33 1 46 93 03 93

Marie-Ange Leparoux

Placement Office Email : marie-ange.leparoux@edcparis.edu

Tel : +33 1 46 93 02 79 Fax : +33 1 46 93 02 80

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♦Library & Entrepreneurial activities Stéphanie Bastelica Email : stephanie.bastelica@edcparis.edu Tel: +33 1 46 93 03 77 Fax: +33 1 46 93 30 13

2) Faculty Courses at EDC are provided both by a team of full-time professors and by active business executives. They aim to give students the necessary tools to understand the workings of a company and develop their entrepreneurial spirit. The five-year programme is a coherent and precise path to the business world, paved with ethical values and an international outlook. Furthermore, as EDC is aware of the importance of globalisation today, it has chosen to put particular emphasis on the study of foreign languages. Second year students prepare the IELTS exam at the end of their academic year and are required to obtain a score equivalent to the B1.2 level (European framework). In their 4th year of study, students are required to take the TOEIC and obtain a minimum score of 800 points. The test takes place on April 15th at EDC Exchange students enjoy the same advantages as EDC students and are of course welcome to take these tests as well. Finally, all exchange students follow 30 hours of French per semester. These courses are worth 3ECTS.

3) Types of courses taught at EDC * Lectures offer critical analyses, formal presentations and specific information on a particular topic, taught by the coordinating lecturers to the whole group of students. It is essential for students to attend these sessions. * Group courses, made up of about forty students, give students the opportunity to directly apply the theoretical knowledge acquired. The work groups are run by a junior lecturer, who works in close collaboration with the coordinating lecturer. * Tutorials are not formal courses, but meetings between the coordinator and individual students, or small groups of students. This gives students an opportunity to better understand a topic, a problem or a concept, or to probe deeper into a particular subject. Tutorials are especially profitable to students who must submit assignments or write reports, either on their placements or on the end of study dissertation (4th and 5th year programme). *** It is necessary to make an appointment with the teacher beforehand or to check the opening hours of the lecturers’ office.

4) Course organisation: Each class is supervised by an advisor who organises the timetables, plans examinations, coordinates business assignments and closely follows the progress of each student. It is also the class advisor who acts as a personal tutor to the students throughout their studies. He/she works hand in hand with the teachers and lecturers who coordinate each subject of the programme. Exchange students are invited to apply to her/him for any question related to the organisation of their studies. The school is open from 8 am to 8.30 pm. There are on average 20 to 25 hours of lessons every week, that is, a minimum of 5 hours per day.

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Continuous assessment tests may be scheduled on Saturday mornings mainly on the Fall semester. Thursday afternoons are devoted to school associations, except for students in their final year. Each lesson lasts between 1½ and 3 hours, with a 15 minute break between each 1½ hour session. Teachers check students’ presence before each practical session starts. Attendance, punctuality and positive behaviour are also taken into account in the final mark for each subject. (See below, under the heading “The grading system”).

1. The grading system :

EDC students are graded between 0 and 20. Each subject constitutes a separate module. To validate a subject, students must score a minimum of 10 out of 20. With above average marks, they obtain the whole range of the ECTS credits. Those who score less than 10 are not entitled to any credits. ECTS (European Credit Transfer System): EDC applies the ECTS system that favours the mutual recognition of results obtained in European universities. The ECTS system requires a number of credits per field of study. One semester is equivalent to 30 credits, two semesters to 60 credits.

EDC GRADUATION SYSTEM 18-20: A Excellent 16-17: B Very good 14-15: C Good 12-13: D Average 10-11: E Pass 0-9: Fx Fail

2. Choice of subjects for exchange students:

Before their arrival, students have to send a provisional learning agreement together with their application form. Subjects are definitely validated after the orientation days during which students meet with the academic advisor who helps them find the right course. Once the learning agreement is established, it is not possible to change subjects. If the students don’t attend the selected classes, the subjects won’t be validated and it will not be possible to take the retake session. *** Students are strongly advised to take the International program. They can apply for the other programs provided they have a very good level of French (B2/C1 minimum). Considering the difficulties of planning and the risks of overlaps, it is not possible to attend the courses of different programs unless there are planning compatibilities.

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3. Validation of the semester or year for students on an international exchange programme: Students who are on an exchange programme or who wish to obtain the EDC diploma need to score a minimum of 10 out of 20 in all subjects studied in order to obtain the 60 ECTS credits necessary to validate their course and/or qualify for the joint-honours diploma. Otherwise, they must retake one or more subjects in the second sessions. Students on a one-semester exchange programme must score a minimum of 10 out of 20 in all the subjects studied in the course of the semester in order to obtain 30 ECTS credits. If they fail to do so, they can retake one or several subjects. 5) Assessment Continuous assessment: each module of more than 15 hours is tested by at least one written examination (multiple choice questions, case studies, exercises, questions on the course content). This 1½-hour or 2-hour paper is set half-way through the course, and the test carries 50% of the total marks in the final examination. Final Examination: final examinations are held over a period of a week at the end of each semester. The tests, which may last 1½, 2 or 3 hours (no longer than 4 hours), account for 50% of the total marks. Generally speaking, the breakdown is as follows: Continuous assessments (50%) + Final examination

(50%) = Total marks (100%) However, it may vary for some courses. Please refer systematically to the course descriptions which are

all posted on the School’s Intranet

6) Business assignments Business assignments are an integral part of the methodology of EDC and one of its principal assets. Every year (except in the 5th year), students must successfully complete one or two business assignments directly related to the educational programme covered. These assignments aim to familiarise the students with the world of business. Over a 5 week period, teams of 5 or 6 students work on a project, under the supervision of a professional who advises them and follows their progress. In addition, students are tutored by EDC teaching staff – this allows them to test their approach to the subject. On the last day of the period, the teams present their conclusions to a board of professionals. List of business assignments 1st Year - Sales (2 weeks): a two-week sales experience

in the stores of well-known brands - Market Research: carry out studies validating product/market appropriateness/5 weeks) - Communication: field training in communication techniques and project management (1 week)

2nd Year - Sales exercise (1 week): oral test: elaboration and development of a sales argument in front of a jury of sales managers

- Financial diagnosis: (1 week) - Business Start Ups: (5 weeks) complete analysis/audit for the creation of a new business or the expansion of an existing one.

3rd Year - Sales exercise

4th Year - Specialization (5 weeks) take-overs; financial analysis/audit: the financial analysis of a company; export; development plan

5th Year

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7) Internships: In order to pursue a professional career, it has become a necessity for many graduates to gain experience through an internship. An internship can help develop your practical skills and give you a valuable introduction to the world of work and boost your future career. Third and fifth year EDC students must carry out two six-month internships. Fourth year students may carry out 3 months internship. Apply for this unique opportunity to spend 6 months in one of French most vibrant companies and gain valuable and intercultural experiences. Are you a student looking for an internship in France? If your answer is YES, the Head of International Corporate Relations can help you in your search, give you many tips on how to get the perfect internship, arrange interviews for you and help you with your training agreement.

Interested or want to know more? It’s simple: You tell the Placement office where you would like to go and the Head of International Corporate Relations checks the various opportunities that could suit you. EDC students can apply to the Placement Office which receives over 2000 internship offers from partner companies each year. Graduate internships are offered by a wide variety of organizations, covering a vast range of opportunities (Marketing, Business, Finance, Recruitment, Administration, HR Internships…) You will start receiving internship opportunities straight into your email inbox. Career Coaching for Students

To get the perfect internship is not easy, many undergraduates fail to obtain the internship they want because they make basic mistakes. To give yourself the best chance of success, your application should stand out from the crowd. You need to be prepared to tailor your applications to the position and organization you are applying. To that effect, our Career Coach can help you prepare for the interview with the company and review your resume and cover letter. The Career Coach helps you succeed by concentrating all your energy on your goal. But the first step is to identify goals…and priorities…Because even if work and talent are a prerequisite, there is no achievement of goals without a solid and consistent plan.

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ECTS Credits

A completed and approved internship will give you:

- From 8 weeks to less than 10 weeks: 2 credits

- From 10 weeks to less than 12 weeks: 4 credits

- From 12 weeks to less than 16 weeks: 6 credits

- From 16 weeks to 20 less than weeks: 8 credits

- From 20 weeks to 24 less than weeks: 10 credits

- More than 24 weeks: 12 credits

At the end of their internship, students must submit a report which is marked by teachers. Their performance is also assessed by the firm where they were placed. All internships in France, more than 2 months, are PAID. The National Minimum Wage is 445€ The payment varies, but typically, in Paris, the allowance is around 600 – 1000€ per month. International students who do not apply for the joint-honours diploma are not obliged to do an internship. Those who wish to do an internship in France must be in possession of valid documents (residence permits, visas for non European students)

• List of Internships

3rd Year Pre-specialization training session: marketing, management, finance, international trade Duration: at least 24 weeks

4th Year Familiarise students with the world of work, aiming for them to be effective immediately. Duration: at least 8 weeks

5th Year Specialization training session: marketing, management, finance, international trade Duration: at least 24 weeks

We are looking forward to hearing from you! Luc TONIAZZO Head of International Corporate Relations Alexandrine ROFE-ATLANI Career Coaching

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8) Entrepreneurial Activities Contact: Stéphanie Bastelica Email: stéphanie.bastelica@edcparis.edu Tel : + 33 1 46 93 03 77 Fax: + 33 1 46 93 30 13

a) Student Associations

Being a member of a school association is inherent to EDC. It is considered an essential part of the business education. There are eight different associations, all of which provide the students with the opportunity to develop their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.

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b) Inter-School Competition Students are also strongly encouraged, starting in their second year, to take part in Inter-School Competitions. These are real-life situations in which students from different schools measure their business know-how. EDC participates in prestigious competitions such as: Cas Ford, Carrefour, E-strat l’Oréal and Initiatives Grandes Ecoles BMW.

9) Other facilities offered by EDC

a) School library

This Centre comprises: * A traditional library * A first reading room dedicated to individual research on the Internet * A second reading room for team or individual work The library offers students the following facilities: * 3,000 titles * 25 French and foreign language newspaper/magazine titles * A business directory * Several databases * A virtual library you can access directly from EDC Intranet The fields of specialisation are: Marketing, Management, Accounting, Creation of Business Enterprises, Taxation System, Law, Human Resources, International Trade, Information Technology, Data Processing Tools, International Affairs, Research. b) Internet, computer rooms, e-mails. Access to the Internet from the various computer rooms is free and unlimited. During the orientation week, and after confirmation of their official enrolment at EDC, students are given an e-mail address and a password. The various departments of EDC communicate with students through this address and it must be checked regularly.

c) The Cafeteria

EDC has a spacious and comfortable cafeteria that, at very reasonable prices, offers a wide choice of dishes, snacks and drinks. Soft drink dispensers are also at students’ disposal. However, the cafeteria does not serve evening meals.

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Open daily from 7.45 am to 7.30 pm

IV Practical Information

1) Social Security a) Students on an exchange programme for a whole year.

* Students from the European Union (including those from AELE countries – Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, with the exception of Switzerland) and born after September 1977 are exempt from registering with the Social Security and from payment of contributions if they can prove that they are covered for the academic year (1st October to the 30th September of the following year). To this end, they must produce either:

• The European Health Insurance Card • Or any one of these documents: E106, E109, E111, E121, E122, E128, SE401, Q106.

The issuing organizations must validate the documents and certify that the student concerned is covered for the duration of his/her stay in France. Students holding an insurance policy that does not mention the relevant dates will not be admitted to EDC. *** Students must obtain all relevant documents before they leave their respective countries. Students who are not in possession of the above documents can either: --> Contribute, at the time of their registration, to the Social Security available to French students. This contribution amounts to207€ for the year. --> Or subscribe to a private insurance policy of their choice (the contract must be written in French). They are strongly advised to carry out this formality upon their arrival in France. Like all other documents required for enrolment at EDC, insurance policies must be valid from the 1st September to the 30th August of the following year, and for the whole of France without restriction. An insurance policy which bears no dates or comprises restrictions will be rejected. * Students from countries outside the European Economic Union who are recipients of grants from an International Organisation or hold scholarships under the aegis of a foreign government must be registered with the Social Security for French Students, although they are exempt from paying any contribution. Upon their registration at EDC Secretariat, they must submit evidence provided by their Sponsor that they hold this scholarship.

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b) Students on an exchange programme for one semester only

Candidates attending EDC for only one semester, whatever their nationality, cannot register with the Social Security for French students, which is accessible only to those who stay for a whole year. Yet these students must be covered by an insurance policy and provide relevant documents as proof.

The issuing organization must validate the papers produced and certify that the student concerned is covered for the duration of his/her stay in France. Students holding an insurance policy that does not mention the relevant dates will not be admitted to EDC.

*** Students must obtain all relevant documents before they leave their respective countries. Students who are not in possession of the above documents must take out a private insurance policy of their choice and provide a valid contract written in French. Students are advised to carry out this formality upon arrival in France. Like all other documents required for registration at EDC, insurance policies must be valid from the 1st September to the 30th August of the following year, everywhere in France without restriction. An insurance policy which bears no dates or comprises restrictions will be rejected. Students who so wish may take out additional health insurance, since the Social Security does not reimburse medical expenses in full. Students can ask for information from the Department Secretaries when they complete their admission formalities. All the forms and documentary proof mentioned here must be submitted to EDC for registration. Forms, duly filled in, must contain no erasures or corrections, except if those alterations are official. In the absence of these documents, students cannot be enrolled at EDC.

2) The Residence Permit The residence permit is compulsory for non-EU foreign students who intend to stay more than three months in France. It is delivered by the Prefecture de Police upon presentation of the documents mentioned above. For further information, please see the Prefecture de Paris website: www.paris.pref.gouv.fr

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3) Accommodation EDC has an agreement with an organisation providing student accommodation located at La Grande Arche de la Défense, a 10 minute walk from EDC. The monthly rent amounts to €650 per month. However, students receive a housing allowance from the Caisse d’Allocations Familiales (CAF) which amounts to 182€/month, starting from the second month of their stay in France. To apply for the CAF exchange students must prepare the following documents before their arrival in France:

- A birth certificate translated by a sworn translator The other documents will be prepared after your arrival. ***Students from the European Union receive the CAF housing allowance whether they stay one semester or a full year. Non European students ONLY receive this allowance if they stay 2 semesters in France.

Student accommodation: Pythagore Grande Arche 54, Av. Puvis de Chavannes 92400 COURBEVOIE

www.espace2-vacances.fr *For further information regarding the different types of accommodation available in Paris, consult the following sites: www.cidj.com (heading: Accommodation) www.logementetudiant.fr www.mairie6.fr www.adele.org www.pap.fr www.seloger.com www.appartager.fr www.colocation.fr www.fusac.fr www.etudier-en-france.org (This website operated by the CERISE organisation provides practical information – transport, banking facilities, cost of living – for foreign students in Paris). *** Maison Internationale : Bureau des étudiants en mobilité : ****Baem@ciup.fr / www.ciup.fr this organisation provides great support, do not hesitate to contact them!!

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4) Transportation in Ile de France (Paris and Paris region). Consult the RATP website: www.ratp.fr The network of buses, underground and RER trains facilitates transport from one place to another in Paris and its suburbs at reasonable fares. * Travel Passes: Students are strongly advised to buy a Pass Navigo, a weekly pass or a Carte ImaginR (ImaginR Pass).

• The Pass Navigo is a monthly pass for travelling in two zones within Paris – 62€90 • The Carte ImaginR (ImaginR Pass) is an annual pass for travelling in two zones within Paris

– 306.50€ (payable monthly: 33.17€/month) • Set of 10 tickets: 12.70€ • One-day travel ticket: 1€70

These travel passes are not valid for travel outside Paris. Those who wish to visit places outside the city must buy a day pass at any railway ticket office or at one of the underground or RER stations. Advice: Upon arrival in Paris, don’t forget to get a map of the bus, metro and RER networks from the railway or underground stations ticket offices.

5) Monthly budget:

Accommodation Transportation Food Leisure

400€/750€ Monthly pass: 62€.90 for 2 zones 81.50€ for 3 zones

200€-250€/month A meal at the school

cafeteria costs a minimum of €5

From 100€ to 150€

6) Useful telephone numbers:

* For emergencies: Fire Service: 18 Police: 17 Ambulance: 15 Poison Centre: 01 40 05 48 48 Emergency Doctor: 01 47 07 77 77 Urgences médicales de Paris (Medical emergency unit of Paris): 01 48 28 40 04

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* Other numbers: Lost property (Prefecture of Police): 01 55 76 20 00 Loss or theft of credit cards: 08 36 69 08 80 Loss or theft of cheque books: 08 36 68 32 08 Telephone enquiries (France Télécom): 118 712

V Check list Before you arrive in France, please check that you have: � A passport valid for the duration of your stay (please refer to the Welcome Brochure) � A long-stay visa for non-EU students, valid at least 3 months. This must be obtained before you leave for France, from the French Consulate or Embassy in your country of departure. � Your birth certificate and other documents necessary for the delivery of your residence permit. � Documents needed for social security cover or your private insurance policy with the relevant dates, valid throughout the duration of your stay (see Welcome Brochure). � 4 passport-size photographs with your name and chosen course written on the back. � Originals and photocopies of final examination marks from the previous academic year, if you have not yet provided them. � Your EDC admission forms.

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COURSE OFFER 2012-2013

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMME- BACHELOR LEVEL

Entirely taught in English

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FA

LL S

EM

EST

ER

Economic sociology 21 5 Strategic analysis 24 6 Financial economics & markets

24 6

Marketing trends 18 4 Financial mathematics 15 4 European economy 18 4 Commercial negotiation III

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English: Public speaking

30 5

Spanish language 30 5 French for foreign students

30 3

Business assignment Sales exercise 1 week 5

WIN

TE

R S

EM

EST

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INTERNSHIP 2 to 6 MONTHS

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TOTAL 228 60

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMME- MASTER’S LEVEL

Entirely taught in English

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R Strategic management 33 3

Mobile marketing & social media

21 3

Corporate finance 30 4 E-business 15 2 French distribution 15 2 Entrepreneurship 21 3 Information communication & technique

33 6

Business game 18 2 Managerial English 24 2 Spanish language 21 2

French 30 3

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

WI

NT

ER

See International Business program

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OTHER PROGRAMMES –MASTER’S LEVEL

MAINLY TAUGHT IN FRENCH EXCEPT * MAJOR-INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS- 4th YEAR OF STUDY

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R

European institutions 27 1 Strategic management* 33 3 Sustainable development -ethics

15 2

Corporate finance * 30 3 Geopolitics & European economy*

24 1

Business intelligence 21 2 Strategy of internationalisation

24 4

Import/export procedures*

18 2

International business law*

24 3

Business game * 18 2 Managerial English 24 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

W

INT

ER

SE

ME

STE

R

International finance & risks*

30 4

Approaches & practices of management*

24 3

Financial planning* 30 3 Project management* 30 4 International Entrepreneurship*

24 2

Internationalised purchases*

18 2

International RFP (request for proposal)*

18 2

International logistics* 24 4 Toeic 20 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

Business assignment Personal development 2 Devising an internationalisation strategy

5 weeks 3

TOTAL 521 60

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MAJOR-MARKETING MANAGEMENT- 4th YEAR OF STUDY

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R

Creativity seminar 18 2 Strategic management* 33 3

Corporate finance & accounting

30 3

Marketing studies (qualitative & quantitative)

24 2

Panels 12 1 Analysis of quantitative data

21 3

Sustainable development 15 1 Distribution in France* 15 2 Control & marketing planning

15 2

CRM & IT marketing tools

18 2

Business game* 18 2 Managerial English 24 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

W

INT

ER

SE

ME

STE

R

Human resource management*

24 3

Managerial accounting 30 3 Communication strategy & communication plan

12 1

Advertising 9 1 Non media communication/sales promotion/events creation/ relations with the press

15 2

Direct marketing 15 1 Sponsorship 1.5 0 Brand management 30 3 Renault Case study: launching Dacia

12 1

Business intelligence 18 2 Law for marketing 24 3 Case study 8 1 Market survey 21 2 Toeic 20 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

Business assignment Personal development 2 Mix marketing application

4 weeks 3

TOTAL 530.5 60

24

MAJOR-FINANCE4th -YEAR OF STUDY-

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS FA

LL S

EM

EST

ER

Accounting & corporate

finance 30 3

Managerial accounting 30 3

Strategic management* 33 3

Socially responsible finance

18 2

Financial markets: institutions & financial assets (OPCVM)

30 3

Corporations: accounting & evaluation

30 3

Accounting & financial audit

30 2

Econometrics 18 2 Assets management 24 2 Advanced mathematics 7.5 0

Business game * 18 2 Managerial English 24 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

WIN

TE

R S

EM

EST

ER

Sustainable development 15 2 Human resource management

24 3

Value creation & governance

15 1

Strategic finance* 39 4 Advanced financial accounting

30 3

IAS-IFRS standards 30 3 Business law 18 1 International taxation 18 2 Portfolio management 24 2 Financial applications (VBA)

15 1

TOEIC 20 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

Business assignment Personal development 2 Financial analysis 5 weeks 3

TOTAL 597.5 60

25

MAJOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP-4th YEAR OF STUDY

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R

Creativity seminar 18 2 Entrepreneurship &

entrepreneurial process 24 2

Business life cycle: from creation to takeover

33 3

Strategic management* 33 3

Accounting & corporate finance

30 3

Financing & company evaluation

39 3

Service management 15 1 Business intelligence 18 2 Conferences 18 1 Business game 18 2

Managerial English 24 2 2nd foreign language 21 2 Corporate project: company takeover

/ 3

W

INT

ER

SE

ME

STE

R

Identifying key sectors for the entrepreneur

15 2

Innovation management & corporate entrepreneurship*

18 2

E-entrepreneurship 21 2 Legal aspects of entrepreneurship

24 2

Dealing with ailing companies

21 2

Marketing & commercial development of small organisations

21 2

Managerial accounting 30 3 Purchases & logistics 21 2 Human resource management*

24 3

Sustainable development 15 2 Managerial English 20 2 2nd foreign language 21 2

BUSINESS ASSIGNMENT Personal development 2 Strategic diagnostic & development

5 weeks 3

TOTAL 545 60

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Academic staff of EDC Paris

Edgar Gnanou, Dean, Roya Aghakhani, Coordinator of Graduate Studies, Marika Garrel, Managing Coordinator of Undergraduate Studies Thibaut de La Rivière, Manager of Sup de Luxe, Cécile Chiaramonti,Head International Office.

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MAJOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS-5th YEAR OF STUDY

C SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS FA

LL S

EM

EST

ER

International negotiations*

36 6

International marketing* 30 5

Cross cultural management *

24 4

Anglo-american business law*

21 3

International taxation 21 3 Socially responsible international finance

18 3

Option 1: University of Bucharest * 1-Purchase management 2- Global logistics & supply chain

30

30

5 5

Option 2: International management* 1-International project management 2-Industrial management 3-Key account management

30

30 30

2 4 4

End of study thesis 12 2nd foreign language 20 2

W

INT

ER

SE

ME

STE

R

INTERNSHIP-6 MONTHS

12

TOTAL 230 60

28

MAJOR MARKETING -5th YEAR OF STUDY PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R

Negotiation techniques seminar

15 1

Trade marketing * 15 3

Economy of information & communication

technologies*

33 6

Category management 15 2

Merchandising* 15 2 E-business* 15 2 Mobile marketing & social media

21 3

Luxury marketing 18 3 Business to business marketing*

21 3

Food marketing 21 3 Service marketing 15 2 Option 1-E-marketing Activities* Option 2-Key account management*

30

4

EU & innovation agenda*

8 1

Marketing & entrepreneurship innovation conference*

6

1

Milan Politecnico: Creative Academy -International negotiations -Trade marketing* -ICT* Design management

15

15

33

1 3 6

End of study thesis 12

INTERNSHIP-6 MONTHS

12

TOTAL 248 60

29

MAJOR FINANCE -5th YEAR OF STUDY

PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R

Accounting standards:IAS-IFRS

30 4

Financial engineering 21 3

Cash management 33 4

Insurance & reassurance 21 2

Business intelligence 18 2 Analysis of banking risks 18 2 International finance 30 4 Finance & I.T 15 2 Project management 30 3 External & internal growth: the keys to success in the BRICS

15 2

Finance & psychology 9 1 Internal audit 9 1

Advanced managerial accounting

15 2

Option 1-Banking & insurance activities Option 2-Audit activities

30

30

4 4

End of study thesis 12

W

INT

ER

SE

ME

STE

R

INTERNSHIP-6 MONTHS

12

TOTAL 294 60

30

MAJOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP -5th YEAR OF STUDY PERIODS SUBJECTS HOURS ECTS

FALL

SE

ME

STE

R

E-entrepreneurship 36 5 Law for individual

property/law for brands 21 4

Micro company conference

30 5

Tax & social elements for the entrepreneur

24 3

Project management 24 4 Risks management 21 3 Family business management

24 4

SME Internationalisation 3 The SYNOPP model 9 0 Option 1-Strategy & organisation consulting

39 5

Option 2 (Bucharest)- Logistics & supply chain: Purchase management Global logistics & supply chain

30

30

5 5

Option 3-Business creation Business plan workshop The SYNOPP Model Fundraising Entrepreneurial leadership

111

18

Option 4-Creative academy; Milan Politecnico

171

26

End of study thesis 12

WIN

TE

R

SEM

EST

ER

INTERNSHIP-6 MONTHS

12

5

24 3 TOTAL Option 1: 228/Option 2:249/Option 3222/Option 4: 261 60

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