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International Relations Office Incoming International Mobility at the School September 2013 The City of Dijon French way of life in a beautiful historic city A cultural city Safe and friendly size 2 tramway lines 5 minutes away


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Incoming International Mobility at the School

International Relations Office

September 2013

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The City of Dijon

French way of life in a beautiful historic city A cultural city Safe and friendly size 2 tramway lines 5 minutes away from the school 1h40 min. from Paris

http://www.bsbu.eu/index.php?page=why-dijon

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Dijon : a student city

Dijon comes out on top in a survey by l’Etudiant magazine as the nicest mid- sized city for students in France. Dijon is home to 5 higher education institutions that host a total of 30,000 students. International students have a free access to sport activities in the city through a scheme put in place by the City Hall : Passeport Jeunes Etrangers.

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BSB in a Nutshell

Founded in 1900 1700 students – over 500 international students 8 degree programmes in Management taught in English or in French Faculty of 60 professors A corporate Research Center (CEREN) 143 international academic partners 41 "double degree" partnerships Launch of the School of Wine and Spirits Business in Sept 2013 Accreditations: EPAS (EFMD) for the Master in Management, AACSB in progress

http://www.bsbu.eu/about-us/why-study-at-bsb/

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International Students: Some Figures

Incoming students 2012/2013: Total number of students: 502 From: 40 countries Exchange students: 180 Degree seeking students: 212 Short-term programmes students: 110

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The International Office Staff

The International Office is made of 8 members of staff of whom 2 are dedicated to international students:

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Nathalie Cureau International Relations Manager Incoming Students and Short-Term Programmes Sanaa Lefdou International Relations Assistant Incoming Students

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Accommodation Station pick up Orientation week Administrative help Cultural events International students Association: Melting Potes

http://www.bsbu.eu/international/practical-informations/pick-up-service-and-induction-week/

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Services Offered to International Students

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Accommodation

Help is offered to secure accommodation in Dijon: Room in student dorm: €150/month Room in student residence: €300-350/month Studio flat: €450-550/month Homestays: room only for €350/month, room and board for €550/month Residences and Accomodation Questionnaire Financial help from the state is available : depends on the type and size of accommodation

http://www.bsbu.eu/international/practical-informations/accommodation/

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Station Pick Up

Two days before induction starts, a team of students welcomes international students at the station and drives them to their accommodation: Registration on line Hotline available Service available from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Help checking-in at accommodation

http://www.bsbu.eu/international/practical-informations/pick-up-service-and-induction-week/

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Orientation

3 days of orientation are organised before classes start: General and practical presentation of Dijon and the school Workshop on administrative procedures: visa and health insurance Workshop on 'How to Adapt to French Culture' Opportunity to open a bank account

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Melting Potes

Student Association that aims to:

Welcome and integrate international students Encourage exchange between cultures Help international students during their stay in Dijon Organises various social activitities: Three-day trip Buddy system

http://www.bsbu.eu/about-us/dijon-campus/student-clubs-and-societies/melting-pote-the- association-for-international-students/

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Practical Information for Students in Dijon

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Given out to students on arrival Available in English and French

http://www.bsbu.eu/international/practical-informations/guide-for-international-students/

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Counselling Services

2 counsellors are available to students through appointments: Cécilia Fournier who speaks French Ana Marcos who speaks English and Spanish

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Cultural Events

The trip to the wine route & Beaune Organised in September and January Reception by the Town Hall Mid September: apéritif and tour of the town with a professional guide

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Special Events

Invitation to spend a Sunday in November with a French family for a typical lunch

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French as a Foreign Language (FLE)

Recommended for all international students and compulsory for degree-seeking students as their second foreign language. Several groups according to levels are available each semester 4,5 hours per week held twice a week from 5.30 pm.

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http://www.bsbu.eu/international/exchange-students/application-pack/

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Student Clubs and Societies

Sports, music, art, volunteering etc… A great way to integrate with French students Compulsory registration fee: €90/1 year or €45/semester (includes Melting Potes activities)

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Academic Calendar

Semester 1 : Fall 27th August - 10th September to 20th December Note: start date depends on the chosen academic programme Semester 2 : Spring 21st January – End of April Inclusive of orientation week

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Application Procedures

Nomination of the student Student is sent a log-in and password for registration On-line application Supporting documents sent to BSBU including the accommodation questionnaire On-line course registration that has been previously approved by the home university Completion of the learning agreement prior to arrival in Dijon.

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Courses Offered

2 main programmes: Bachelor in Marketing and Business Year 3 (Fall semester

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Master in Management Years 1 (all year long) and 2 (Fall semester only) Different disciplines: Marketing, Management, Finance, Accounting. Language of instruction: French and English

http://www.bsbu.eu/international/exchange-students/application-pack/

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A bientôt

A bientôt

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