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 from the school � 1h40 min. from Paris http://www.bsbu.eu/index.php?page=why-dijon 2
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 . 3
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/ 4
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 5
The International Office Staff The International Office is made of 8 members of staff of whom 2 are dedicated to international students: Nathalie Cureau Sanaa Lefdou International Relations Manager International Relations Assistant Incoming Students and Short-Term Incoming Students Programmes 6
Services Offered to International Students � 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/ 7
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/ 8
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/ 9
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 10
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/ 11
Practical Information for Students in Dijon Available in English and French Given out to students on arrival http://www.bsbu.eu/international/practical-informations/guide-for-international-students/ 12
Counselling Services 2 counsellors are available to students through appointments: � Cécilia Fournier who speaks French � Ana Marcos who speaks English and Spanish 13
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 14
Special Events Invitation to spend a Sunday in November with a French family for a typical lunch 15
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. http://www.bsbu.eu/international/exchange-students/application-pack/ 16
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) 17
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 18
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. 19
Courses Offered � 2 main programmes: � Bachelor in Marketing and Business Year 3 (Fall semester only) � 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/ 20
A bientôt A bientôt 21
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