guide for international students

GUIDE FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
May 2008
Groupe ESC Dijon Bourgogne
29 rue Sambin – BP 50 608 – 21006 Dijon Cedex - FRANCE
Tél. +33 380 725 900 – Fax : +33 380 725 988
Internet: www.bsbu.eu
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C ontents
Contact Information
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Calendar Information
Orientation days
Application Deadlines
Academic Calendar
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Information on the Institution
The French Grandes Ecoles system
Burgundy School of Business
Master in Management / Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon)
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General Information on ECTS
The ECTS credits
ECTS students
ECTS grading system
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Admission and Registration ESC and ACI
General Requirements
Academic Requirements
Language Requirements
Course Registration
Documents Needed for Application
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Pre-Departure/Arrival Information
Visas and Residence Permit
Health and Insurance
Accommodation
Meals
Cost of Living and Banking Facilities
Adapting to a New Culture
Adapting to the French Culture
France in 18 words
Getting to Dijon
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Information on the City/Region
Burgundy
Life in Dijon
Practical Information
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Life at School
Student Clubs and Societies
Facilities
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C ontact Information
Burgundy School of Business
Groupe ESC Dijon Bourgogne
29 rue Sambin - BP 50608
21006 DIJON CEDEX - FRANCE
Tel. : +33 380 725 900
Fax : +33 380 725 988
Website : www.bsbu.eu
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE CONTACTS :
Assistant, International Relations Office
Elisabeth Saou
Tel: +33 3 80 72 59 85
Email: [email protected]
Nathalie Cureau
International Relations Manager for
USA, Canada, Australia and Russia
Tel : +33 3 80 72 59 79
Email : [email protected]
Maria Ernult
International Relations Manager for
Spain, Portugal and Latin America
Tel : +33 3 80 72 59 11
Email : [email protected]
Judit Pawlowski
International Relations Manager for
Austria, Germany, Poland, The Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Slovenia, Switzerland, Turkey
Tel : +33 3 80 72 58 53
Email : [email protected]
Evelyne Gross (maternity cover for Victoria Rowan)
Erasmus coordinator
International Relations Manager for
UK & Ireland, Scandinavia, Benelux, the Baltic States, Italy, Greece
Tel : +33 3 80 72 58 88
Email : [email protected]
Bérengère Moindrot
International Relations Manager for
Asia
Tel : +33 3 80 72 58 74
Email : [email protected]
Klaudia TWAROG
International Development Manager
Tel. +33 380 725 873 - Mobile +33 608 336 801
Email : [email protected]
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Calendar Information for
Orientation Days
Autumn semester: 4th – 12th September 2008
Spring semester: To be announced
It is highly important that you arrive in Dijon on the 3rd of September at the latest. Registration to courses will take
place on the 4th and the 5th of September. Late registrations won't be accepted.
We will meet you on September 4th at 9.00 am in the Reception Area in the C Building (Verrière). During this week
students will receive practical information on residence permits, registration for social security for Non-EU students,
and academic registration. Along with further orientation, students will be given a guided tour of the school and the
town. You will be welcomed by the international student association "Melting Potes" which helps international
students settle in to life in Dijon and the school. Melting Potes organises various activities for international students
during the orientation days as well as during the whole semester.
Orientation Days for
MSc International Management/International Business Development Students
17th-19th September 2008
Application Deadlines for Exchange students
Full year and semester 1 only: 30th May 2008 / Learning Agreement: 15th June 2008
Semester 2 only: 15th November 2008
Academic Calendar
Subject to changes
Please see the next page
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EXCHANGE STUDENTS
DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS
Master in Management / Programme Grande École
ACI 3rd year
Bachelor
in
Business
Master in
Management 1
Master in Management 2
Autumn
semester
Arrival
International Programmes
BACHELOR
MASTER IN
IN
BUSINESS
BUSINESS
MASTER IN
MANAGEMENT
MASTERS OF SCIENCE
MSc in International Management/ MSc in International Business
Development (*)
(*) courses not open to exchange students
Up to
03/09/08
Up to 03/09/08
Up to
03/09/08
Up to
03/09/08
Up to 03/09/08
Up to
03/09/08
Up to
15/09/08
Registration
and
04/09 –
Orientation 12/09/08
days
04/09 –
12/09/08
04/09 – 12/09/08
04/09 – 12/09/08
04/09 –
05/09/08
04/09 –
05/09/08
04/09 –
05/09/08
17/09 – 19/09/08
First day of
01/10/08
classes
22/09/08
18/09/08
16/09/08
22/09/08
22/09/08
18/09/08
22/09/08
Last day of
classes
19/12/08
19/12/08
12/12/08
05/12/08
19/12/08
12/12/08
12/12/08
12/12/08
Exam
period
05/01 –
10/01/09
05/01 –
10/01/09
15/12 – 20/12/08
08/12 – 13/12/08
05/01 –
10/01/09
15/12 –
20/12/08
15/12 –
20/12/08
15/12/08 – 20/12/08
Retake
exam
period
20/04 –
25/04/09
25/05 –
05/06/09
25/05 – 05/06/09
25/05 – 05/06/09
25/05 –
05/06/09
25/05 –
05/06/09
25/05 –
05/06/09
Late May – Early June
27/10 –
27/10 31/10/08 31/10/08
27/10 -31/10/08
27/10 27/10 31/10/08 31/10/08
27/10 31/10/08
27/10 -31/10/08
22/12/08 22/12/08
05/01/09 05/01/09
22/12/08 05/01/09
22/12 –
22/12 –
05/01/09 05/01/09
24/12 –
06/01/08
24/12 – 06/01/08
Up to 03/09/08
Holidays
22/12/08
05/01/09
Spring
semester
(*) courses not open to exchange students
Arrival
Up to 19/01/09
Up to 19/01/09 Up to 19/01/09
Registration
and
Orientation
days
19/01 – 23/01/09
19/01 –
23/01/09
19/01 –
23/01/09
First day of
12/01/09
classes
12/01/09
26/01/09
12/01/09
26/01/09
26/01/09
26/01/09
Last day of
classes
03/04/09
11/04/08
24/04/09
11/04/08
24/04/09
Late April
Late April
Exam
period
13/04–
18/04/09
13/04 –
18/04/09
04/05 – 07/05/09
13/04 –
18/04/09
21/04 –
26/04/08
To be announced To be announced
Retake
exam
period
20/04 –
25/04/09
20/04 –
25/04/09
25/05 – 05/06/09
20/04 –
25/04/09
25/05 –
05/06/09
25/05 –
05/06/09
To be announced
02/03 –
06/03/09
02/03 –
02/03 –
06/03/09 06/03/09
03/03 –
03/03–
06/03/09 06/03/09
03/03 –
06/03/09
03/03 – 06/03/09
27/04 –
27/04 –
30/04/09 30/04/09
27/04 –
22/12 –
30/04/09 05/01/09
Holidays
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I nformation on the Institution
THE FRENCH "GRANDES ECOLES" SYSTEM /
THE CONFÉRENCE DES GRANDES ECOLES
French higher education is characterised by the coexistence of two systems: the Universities and the Grandes
Ecoles. Over the years, the Grandes Ecoles have proven their efficiency and adaptability in training engineers and
managers for business.
The Grandes Ecoles are small to medium-sized institutions which have solid financial and administrative backing, are
highly selective, provide high-quality education and maintain close ties with the corporate world. The degrees
awarded by the Grandes Ecoles have the same status as public university degrees and are monitored by the French
Ministry of Education. However, they reflect an education based on two imperatives: the careful selection of
applicants, through a highly competitive entrance examination after two years of higher education, and the training of
those students to reach an individual level of excellence corresponding to the demands of the business world. The
Grandes Ecoles are also known for fostering a "team spirit" which unites the students in each class of each school.
After they graduate, they are reunited in active alumni networks which successfully help young graduates start their
career in France or abroad. Over two-thirds of the Managing Directors and Chief Executives of the hundred biggest
French companies are graduates of Grandes Ecoles.
There are more than 150 Grandes Ecoles in management and engineering in France. These schools train over
20,000 students each year. They are grouped together within the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles, a non-profit
organisation that seeks to promote their activities and contributes to the improvement of their educational
programmes.
In the 1980s, the Chapitre des Ecoles de Management (Schools of Management Chapter) was created within the
Conférence des Grandes Ecoles as an association of France's top management schools. One of its objectives is to
contribute to professional qualifications in management: it determines the criteria for membership and the
professional standards in order to create a true system of accreditation. Today the Chapter comprises 30 prestigious
Grandes Ecoles, including Burgundy School of Business (Groupe ESC Dijon Bourgogne).
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I nformation on the Institution
BURGUNDY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
GROUPE ESC DIJON BOURGOGNE
Founded in 1900, Burgundy School of Business is one of the most selective management schools in France,
dispensing officially accredited teaching of the very highest level. The School opens the way forward to the very
latest innovations in the field of corporate management. For over a century, Burgundy School of Business has gone
from strength to strength, embracing tradition and innovation combined with clear values and ambitious goals.
High academic standards, achieved by the quality of teaching and selective recruitment of students
Long established links with the corporate world, guaranteeing well prepared and successful graduates
A range of specialist degree programmes, constantly tailored to meet tomorrow's requirements
With an internationally oriented teaching and student body (20% are international students) the School has 116
international academic partners in 39 countries including 24 “Double degree” partnerships. Member of the highly
selective French “Conférence des Grandes Écoles” (Board of Engineering and Business Schools), Burgundy School
of Business is recognised for its high-quality education by thousands of companies in France and around the world.
Burgundy School of Business is located in Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, in the heart of Europe, 90 minutes away
from Paris and less than 3 hours away by train from 7 countries. One of the best preserved historic centres in
France, Dijon artfully combines tradition and modernity, and is considered as one of the best desirable towns in
France in terms of quality of life.
Key facts and figures:
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1450 students; 250 are international
37 different nationalities
51 permanent professors (1/3 of them are international)
116 partnerships with universities covering 5 continents
24 double degrees
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LIST OF DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED
Burgundy School of Business' various activities offer a diversified range of higher education, executive education and
research.
Open to Exchange and Degree-Seeking Students:
• Master in Management / Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon): A three-year degree in business and
management after 2 years of preparatory classes and highly competitive entry requirements which trains
managers for a range of companies in France or abroad. The first year of this programme corresponds to third
year Bachelor level and the two subsequent years to Master 1 and and Master 2 levels. Taught in French and
English with some courses in German and Spanish. (please find more information on the next page)
• Académie Commerciale Internationale (ACI): In cooperation with the Paris Chamber of Commerce and
Industry, a three-year degree (straight after the baccalauréat) in sales and marketing with a strong international
bias. Taught in French with some courses in English. (please find more information on page 14)
• Bachelor in Business: The Bachelor in Business has been designed as an English-taught one-year
undergraduate programme primarily aimed at students having completed 2 to 3 years at undergraduate level in a
non-business subject who wish to gain a grounding in business and management matters. Taught in English.
Open to Degree-Seeking Students only:
• Master in Business: The Master in Business has been designed as an English-taught postgraduate programme
primarily aimed at graduate students with a non-business education wishing to develop their understanding of
business and management matters. Taught in English.
• Master of Science in International Management: The Master of Science (MSc) in International Management
has been designed as an English taught postgraduate programme, aiming at producing corporate specialists who
will be able to apply in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of international business environment to
advanced management practice. Taught in English
• Master of Science in International Business Development: The programme is aimed at dynamic students of
all nationalities wishing to start their career in an international context. It seeks to train the future executives to
acquire not only an excellent economic and finance culture background but also all the skills necessary to develop
a business. It is designed as a high quality English-taught programme geared towards students with an ambition
to coordinate and negotiate efficiently in a multicultural environment. In connection with hundreds of companies in
Burgundy and with UBIFRANCE, the French Agency for international business development, we will assist and
support you in finding your work placement in France or abroad.
• Mastères Spécialisés: Highly specialised postgraduate degree programmes open to students having completed
5 years of higher education. Taught in French with some courses in English.
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Mastère Spécialisé in Management of the Pharmaceutical Industry
Mastère Spécialisé in Management of Cultural Organisations
Mastère Spécialisé in International Wine and Spirits Trade
Mastère Spécialisé in Marketing of the Health Food
• ESC Formation: Executive training and consulting.
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Master in Management / Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon)
(1) First year of the programme: Bachelor in Busines: Foundation year
16 modules forming a common-core syllabus in business and management
Study of 2 foreign languages
Computer studies
Personal development activities
optional Audit/Accounting courses through e-learning
(2) Second year of the programme: Master in Management 1 (Master I Level) in Dijon: Core and elective
courses year
Please note that the majority of Exchange Students attend the Master I level
A first semester made of:
• 8 courses in business and management
• Study of 2 foreign languages
A second semester made of:
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5 minor courses to be taken within a list of 9 minors
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2 option courses
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Study of 2 foreign languages
(3) Third year of the programme: Master in Management 2 (Master II Level): concentration year
Master II Level of the Master in Management /Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon) programme proposes 11
specialised programmes ("Majeures") taught mostly in French.
Majeure Audit Expertise Conseil (AEC)
Majeure Finance d’Entreprise (FE)
Majeure Banque Assurance et Gestion de Patrimoine (BAGP)
Majeure Marchés Financiers (MFi)
Majeure Management of Business Unit (MBU)
Majeure Ressources Humaines (RH)
Majeure Culture (MC)
Majeure Marketing Manager Distribution (MMD)
Majeure Marketing Manager Commercial (MMC)
Majeure Marketing Manager Produit (MMP)
Majeure European Business Administration (MEBA) taught entirely in English
These specialisations are broken up in the following way:
1. In the first semester: 11 modules of specialisation
2. In the second semester: Students complete a work placement (mission en entreprise) for a minimum of 12
weeks from January to April. Devised to give students experience in a professional environment, the work
placement allows them to put into practice the academic skills they acquired in the first semester. Burgundy
School of Business work placements department (service des stages) helps students looking for a work
placement in France and abroad.
3. A dissertation in the students' area of specialisation
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Double degree programme
Second year students in Dijon can choose to study on a double degree programme.
Their second year of study on the Master in Management/Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon) is made up of:
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13 compulsory business modules
2 optional business modules
Study of 2 foreign languages
Computer studies
Students then spend their third year in a partner university enabling students to obtain a:
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MA, MSc, MBA (in the USA, Canada, Sweden, Australia) or
Diplom-Kaufmann, Master's (in Germany) and Austria
Licenciatura, Maestria (in Spain and Mexico)
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G eneral Information on ECTS
ECTS Credits
ECTS credits are a value allocated to course units to describe the student’s workload required to complete them.
They reflect the quantity of work each course requires in relation to the total quantity of work required to complete a
full year of academic study at the institution, that is, lectures, practical seminars, private work in the library or at home
and examinations or other assessment activities. ECTS credits express a relative value.
In ECTS, 60 credits represent the workload of a year of study; normally 30 credits are given for one semester.
Credits are awarded only when the course has been completed and all required examinations have been passed.
All exchange students coming to Burgundy School of Business will receive full credit for all academic work
successfully carried out in ECTS credits and they will be able to transfer these academic credits.
A transcript of marks will be sent to the home institution at the end of the period of studies at Burgundy School of
Business and a photocopy will be sent to the student.
ECTS Grading System
ECTS Grading
A
B
C
D
E
FX
F
Quality
Excellent
Very Good
Good
Average
Passed
Failed *
Failed *
* According the Burgundy School of Business' academic rules, the semester is validated on condition that:
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The average of all modules taken is equal or superior to 10
Each module is above 6 out of 20
Therefore:
In case the average of all exams taken within one module is lower than 6 out of 20 you will have to sit a retake exam.
In case the average of all modules is lower than 10 out of 20, you will have to retake the exam for all failed modules.
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A dmission and Registration
Master in Management / Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon) *
*for Admission Requirements for the MScIM and MScIBD programmes please check our website
www.bsbu.eu
General Requirements
Burgundy School of Business recruits its students in a very selective way. The number of students accepted onto the
Master in Management /Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon) is intentionally small and is approximately 300 per
academic year. The recruitment itself is carried out on a nationwide basis through different types of highly selective
competitive exams taken by:
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Candidates who have attended a two-year preparatory course (Classes Préparatoires HEC) after their
Baccalauréat (equivalent to the British "A-level", the German "Abitur", or the US High School Diploma). The
entrance exam is held on a national scale and is valid for other Grandes Ecoles.
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Candidates holding a 1st degree from a university or a technical college with a major in economics, law,
data-processing, social science and/or engineering can sit the exam for entry into the Bachelor in Business.
Students with a French Licence, Maîtrise or equivalent BA/BSc degrees can be admitted into the Master in
Business (Master I level) after sitting a competitive exam given at national level (admission parallèle).
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Candidates wishing to be admitted into Master II level of the Master in Management / Grande Ecole
programme cannot be admitted unless they have completed at least 4 years of higher education, or an
equivalent degree with a major in business or economics. In addition, they must comply with other
requirements of study in Master in Management on the Grande Ecole programme such as completing work
placements in companies. Exchange students can only apply on a degree-seeking basis if their home
institution holds a double degree agreement with Burgundy School of Business, and they will be selected by
their home universities on the basis of specific criteria.
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Academic Requirements
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Students must have undertaken a minimum of 2 years of higher education before joining the Master in
Management / Grande Ecole Programme (ESC Dijon) programme as an exchange student.
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Students must have appropriate background knowledge for the courses they wish to take. Some courses
specify previous academic background requirements.
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In order to obtain credits, students must complete all required work (including examinations) successfully by
the stated deadlines.
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Attendance is compulsory for all classes. Students must have a valid reason for not attending class and
should notify lecturers or the Administrative Officer (Service Scolarité) beforehand. A doctor's certificate will
be required in case of illness or accident. It is the lecturers' decision to take the student's presence into
consideration for the final mark. Part of the assessment is based on attendance, therefore regular nonattendance can jeopardise the student's grade. If a student misses more than 2 classes in any course he/she
will automatically fail the course. Students should also ensure that they always arrive on time for lectures.
Lecturers are entitled to refuse entry to students arriving late.
Language Requirements
Teaching on the Master in Business programme is in French, English, Spanish, and German, with some optional
modules taught by visiting faculty. Students are therefore required to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the
language to follow the classes they choose. Students needing remedial or advanced French language classes may
discuss this with their exchange coordinator in Dijon before arrival.
Course Registration
The definitive confirmation of your choice of courses will take place during the registration days (4th – 5th September).
It is essential that we have your application form by May 30th and your course registration form and your learning
agreement by June 30th in order to plan groups according to the language of instruction chosen.
Please note that once students have confirmed their registration for courses during the registration days they will not
be able to make any further changes.
Exchange Students will be registered in one year and one language of study but it will not be possible to mix classes
in different years and languages of study.
It will not be possible for students to take courses in several “Majeures” at Master II level on the Master in
Management / Grande Ecole Programme for timetable and examination reasons.
When completing the Learning Agreement, please take great care in indicating in which language you wish to study.
The syllabi are always written in the language of instruction. You will find details on the website www.bsbu.eu - on
the homepage click on the link to Do an Exchange
The application Form and Learning Agreement for 2008 – 2009 are also available on our website.
The learning agreement must be approved, signed and sent back by your mobility coordinator.
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A dmission and Registration
ACADÉMIE COMMERCIALE INTERNATIONALE (ACI)
General Description
Each year, the ACI (Académie Commerciale Internationale) trains 600 future marketing and sales specialists in an
international context. The ACI follows a highly selective policy for admission into its 3-year programme, based on
written and oral examinations. Students completing this programme are awarded an advanced degree in business
studies, recognised by the French Ministry of Education. Students work in small groups. Various internships,
business projects, case studies and courses are taught by permanent faculty as well as business professionals such
as marketing and export managers, account executives, who put students in direct contact with the business world
throughout their studies. The programme is deliberately structured to foster and promote students' personal
development, autonomy, flexibility and cross-cultural awareness.
Academic Requirements
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Students must have appropriate background knowledge for the courses they wish to take. Some courses
specify previous academic background. This will be discussed during the induction week.
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In order to obtain credits, students must complete all required work (including examinations) successfully by
the stated deadlines.
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Attendance is compulsory to all classes. Students must have a valid reason for not attending class and
should notify lecturers or the Administrative Officer beforehand. A doctor's certificate will be required in case
of illness or accident. It is the decision of lecturers to take the student's presence into consideration for the
final mark. Part of the assessment is based on attendance, therefore regular non-attendance can jeopardise
the student's grade. If a student misses more than 2 classes in any course he/she will automatically fail the
course. Students should also ensure that they arrive on time for lectures. Lecturers are entitled to refuse
entry to students arriving late.
Language requirements
Teaching is in French and English. Students are therefore required to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the
language to follow the classes they choose. French language classes are also offered as part of the programme.
Course Registration
Course registration will take place during the induction week. It is essential that we have your Learning Agreement
and Application Form before arrival.
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Documents needed for Application:
All admitted international students have to complete the Application Form for International Students which can be obtained from
the home university/ institution. The following documents must also be included in typed form:
European Union citizens
Non-European union citizens
Curriculum vitae / résumé in French or English
including professional experience (if appropriate).
Curriculum vitae / résumé in French or English
including professional experience (if appropriate).
Academic results of the last year of study
Academic results of the last year of study
Detailed description in French or English of classes
attended in higher education
Detailed description in French or English of classes
attended in higher education
Copy of your higher education diplomas/degrees
Copy of your higher education diplomas/degrees
Copy of official identification papers (passport or
identity card)
Copy of official identification papers (passport or
identity card)
2 passport photographs (in colour)
3 passport photographs
Either a certificate from your insurance company
stating that you are personally insured abroad, if you
are not required to take the French National Health
care or a photocopy of the European Health
Insurance Card (replacing the E128 or E111 form).
An original birth certificate or a certified copy of the
birth certificate, (including the names of the father and
mother and translation into French. Only copies in
English, German and Spanish will be accepted).
Proof of financial support (parents' statement,
Socrates/Erasmus grant contract, French bank
statement etc. From these documents, it should
appear clearly that the student can count on a monthly
income of 500 Euros during his/her stay): a model of
this letter showing financial support on behalf of
parents appears on the following page.
This
document is only a template and should be typed out
before submission.
Most of these documents are necessary in order to get the French Residence Permit and Student Health Cover.
Only certified copies will be accepted and you should also bring duplicates of all documents.
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LETTER OF PROOF OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT
(Template letter to be re-typed and not completed by hand on this document)
Name :
Surname :
Address :
I the undersigned, (name, SURNAME)……………………………………….…, father / mother of (name, SURNAME of
the student)…………………………………………….
certify that I will provide for the costs of my son / daughter during his / her stay at Burgundy School of Business,
which will amount to approximately 500 EUR per month.
Date
Signature
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Je, soussigné (prénom, NOM), père/mère de (prénom, NOM de l'étudiant), m'engage à subvenir aux besoins de mon
fils/ma fille durant son séjour à Burgundy School of Business qui seront de l'ordre de 500 Euros par mois environ.
Date
Signature
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P re-Departure / Arrival Information
VISAS AND RESIDENCE PERMITS FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN FRANCE
European Union citizens:
European Union citizens no longer need to apply for a residence permit (carte de séjour).
Non-European Union citizens:
An entry visa may be required and you must contact your local French Embassy or Consulate well before leaving.
Students should apply for a multiple-entry visa so as to re-enter the French territory several times if needs be.
Some six-month student visas are granted so that no residence permit (carte de séjour) is necessary. In this case,
the visa should read "DISPENSE DE CARTE DE SEJOUR". You are however advised to check with the appropriate
authorities in Dijon that you conform with regulations concerning international students' visas and residence.
Documents needed for a residence permit upon arrival:
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Photocopy of a valid passport or ID card
Proof of financial support (see p 15): a signed document confirming that the student can support
him/herself financially - at least 500 Euros a month
Document confirming that the student is a resident in Dijon/ the Côte d'Or department
Document certifying that the student is enrolled at Burgundy School of Business
3 recent black and white ID photos (size 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm)
A small stamped envelope
Once you have supplied these documents you will be contacted by the authorities who will ask you to pass a medical
check-up.
Once your residence permit is ready to be issued you will be required to pay a fee of 55 Euros upon collection.
Help and guidance is available from the International Office at Burgundy School of Business.
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HEALTH AND INSURANCE
Under the French National Health System (Sécurité Sociale), you are required to pay for visits to the doctor and the
subsequent medicines prescribed which are then refunded later on. The amount refunded varies considerably (from
70 % for a visit to a General Practitioner to 35 % for certain medicines).
Useful Numbers
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Emergency Services
Police
Fire Brigade
English speaking doctor:
Dr ROUGEOT, 3 place Saint Bernard, DIJON tel: 03 80 30 72 89
Cabinet Médical Clémenceau, 38 rue Louis Blanc, DIJON tel: 03 80 71 52 26
English speaking dentists:
M. Alex AKNIN, 18 avenue de la 1ère armée française, Dijon, tel: 03 80 50 12 77
M. VINCENOT, 4 avenue de la 1ère Armée française, Dijon, tel: 03 80 30 18 18
M. STAVELY, 10 rue du Gymnase, Dijon, tel: 03 80 50 07 71
European Economic Area citizens
On 1st June 2004, the E111 and a number of other "E" forms (E128, etc.) were replaced by a new European Health
Insurance Card or Temporary Replacement Certificate. Currently the EEA comprises the 30 Member States of the
European Union together with Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. Your European Heath Insurance Card is valid for
use throughout any of these countries.
How to apply for the European Health Insurance Card?
You should contact the health authorities of your country or your local welfare to see what measures are put in place
at national level to distribute the card.
Nationals from EEA countries in possession of the European Health Insurance Card or Temporary Replacement
Certificate will then be exempt from registering with the French Social Security.
Students carrying private health cover are also exempt from registering with the French Social Security.
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Non-European Economic Area citizens:
Please note that students staying more than 3 months in France, carrying private health cover, are still required to
apply to the French Social Security except if they are EEA nationals.
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If you are under 28 by 1st October of the University Year
You are entitled to the same insurance cover as French students, and you must pay the annual fee of
approx. 200 Euros.
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If you are over 28 by 1st October of the University Year
You will need private insurance cover for your whole stay in France. If this has not been taken care of before
departure, you will have to subscribe to a private health insurance scheme in France. Details can be supplied by the
International Office on your arrival.
For students arriving in September or in January, you are strongly advised to take out personal medical insurance to
cover the first three months of your stay until you are fully covered under the French system to cover any eventuality
while the paperwork of your application is being dealt with.
You can find information about the French health system on the internet, in French at:
http://www.ameli.fr
http://www.cpam21.fr
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A ccommodation
We strongly recommend that you plan ahead temporary accommodation for the first part of your stay (addresses
can be found in the next pages) in order to allow yourself time to search for suitable accommodation. You will have
enough to cope with in the first few days of your arrival (settling into unfamiliar surroundings, speaking a different
language, dealing with formalities,…) without the added worry of not having somewhere to live.
Burgundy School of Business does not own or manage student accommodation but the International Office can help
you looking for the best options. In a first place, we kindly ask you to fill in the enclosed "Request for Accommodation
Support' form and send it back to the International Relations Office no later than July 1st, 2008. The International
Relations Office will then contact those of you requesting help finding accommodation.
Apartments:
The International Office can help students to find accommodation in advance by providing a list of apartments for
rent. Afterwards students themselves should contact the owner of the building and arrange their accommodation.
Rent for a furnished room varies between 300 Euros and 450 Euros per month, plus utilities. You may also have to
pay a deposit amounting to 1 month rent as well as an insurance fee.
Self catering flats:
Résidence le Clos Morlot
4, rue du Docteur J.B. Morlot
21000 DIJON
Tel :+ 33 (0) 952 79 71 54
Fax: + 33 (0) 80 74 23 35
E-mail: [email protected]
www.gestrim-campus.com
Modern & Fully furnished 20 m² studios with individual kitchen and bathroom : bed/desk/table/chairs/wardrobe
Possibility to rent for short and long stays – one month advance notice required before departure
Price around 500 €/month, all charges included
Access to Internet in the room (extra fees)
Common room with TV/DVD player
Common washing and drying machine (extra fees)
Close to bus stops (about 10 minutes away from the City Centre and Burgundy School of Business)
Refundable Deposit : 310 €
If you are not able to have a French guarantor, you will be asked to pay the rent for your entire stay
The residence owner speaks English, Spanish and German. You should contact him directly to book a room.
Résidence Les Estudines
2, avenue Champollion
21000 Dijon
Tel : +33 3 80 78 16 07
Fax: +33 3 80 78 74 40
www.estudines.com/residence-logement-etudiant-dijon-3-32.html
Furnished 24 m² studio with small kitchen and bathroom : bed/table/chairs/wardrobe
Possibility to rent for short and long stays
Monthly rent from 424 € to 575 € + utilities
Access to Internet in the room
Close to bus stops
French guarantor is compulsory
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Résidence Le Saint-Exupéry
70, bd des Martyrs de la Résistance
21000 Dijon
Tel : +33 3 80 71 66 55
Fax: +33 3 80 78 03 47
www.leclubetudiant.com
Furnished studios (20 m², 25m² & 30 m²) with small individual kitchen and bathroom
Minimum renting period : 5 months –you might be able to discuss it with the residence owner
Monthly rent from 363 to 450 € depending on the size of the flat + utilities – 3 months advance notice required before departure
Deposit: 229€
Close to bus stops, 10 minutes away from the city centre and Burgundy School of Business, 15 minutes away from the train station
Access to Internet (wifi) – 20 €/month unlimited access
You might be able to rent a flat in this residence even though you don't have a French guarantor provided you pay in advance the
rent for your entire stay. Must be discussed with the residence owner.
Student residences (Foyers):
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For female students only
Foyer des Jeunes Travailleuses
31 Boulevard de la Trémouille – 21000 DIJON
Tel : +33 3 80 30 28 33
Fax : +33 3 80 49 84 07
Female only
Minimum stay: 4 months (September 1st – December 31st) – 1 month advance notice required before departure
18€/ night for individual room
265€/mois for individual room ( you must pay for the whole month even though you stay only 15 days)
215€/mois/person for double room
Deposit : 200€
Common kitchen on the ground floor / several common TV rooms
Access to Internet in the study rooms
Access to Washing and Drying Machine at any time of day or night
No curfew
Foyer d'Etudiantes
65 rue Saumaise – 21000 DIJON
Female only
No possibility of short stay (year only)
Deposit: 300€
394 €/month for individual room
378€/ month/person for a shared studio
330 €/ month/person for a shared room
Access to Internet in the study rooms
2 TV rooms
For male students only
Tel : +33 3 80 67 18 00
Fax : +33 3 80 67 18 10
http://www.foyer-saumaise.com/acc_foy.htm
Foyer Lacordaire
3 rue Turgo - 21000 DIJON
Tel: +33 3 80 30 09 21
270 €/month for an individual room, breakfast included
201 €/month/person for a double room
Shared bathroom and kitchen
Close to Burgundy School of Business
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For male and female students
Résidence Viardot
1 rue Louis Viardot – 21 000 DIJON
Tel: +33 3 80 78 72 45
Students with scholarships (Erasmus or your national scholarship) only
230 €/month
7 minute walk away from Burgundy School of Business
1 kitchen / floor to share with around 10 persons
4 bathrooms / floor
Résidence Internationale des Etudiants
6 rue Maréchal Leclerc – 21000 DIJON
Tel: +33 3 80 71 70 00
Fax: +33 3 80 71 60 48
http://www.burgundy.net/fie/fie2.html
Furnished individual rooms (bed, table, wardrobe, bedsheets)
Shared bathrooms and kitchen on each floor
320€/month
300 € deposit
Cashing & drying machines
Bus lines 4 & 3
35 minute walk from Burgundy School of Business
No Internet access
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A ccommodation
Home stay:
Homestays with French families are also available at around 380 Euros per month, including breakfast and,
sometimes, depending on the type of home stay, 3 evening meals a week. If you choose this type of
accommodation, you must inform the International Office well in advance, and at least 3 weeks before your arrival.
Advice on staying in a Home stay:
If you are staying with a French family, here are some tips that will make life more pleasant for yourself and the host
family. Some are just common sense, others derive from cultural differences and could cause difficulties.
Politeness:
As a rule, the French are not casual or "laid back". The custom of behaving and responding in certain ways is
traditional and highly valued. When you see your landlady, acknowledge her presence in the morning as well as any
other time during the day. "S'il vous plait" and "Merci" should be part of every request or enquiry.
Tidiness and order:
You are responsible for keeping your room and possessions in order and your landlady will appreciate –if not requiretidiness.
Lights and heating:
One simple rule: turn off lights if you do not need them or when you leave a room; close doors behind you as energy
is quite expensive in France. Students in independent housing or apartments should ask where the fuse box is and
how to replace fuses.
Laundry:
Your landlady will inform you where the nearest Laundromat / laundrette is, as in general you will not be able to use
the family washing machine.
Telephone:
You may receive incoming calls. Barring emergencies, you should not receive calls after 9pm. Also please remind
your prospective callers of the time difference between Europe and the rest of the world, and avoid people calling
with reversed charges. For calls within France you can buy a calling card at any Tabac store and use it at any local
telephone.
Many students purchase cellular phones to avoid using their host families' phone.
Cellular Phones:
There are two different types of cell phones that you can purchase either a contract phone or a pre-pay phone.
Contract phones are only for those students who are staying at least a year. The pre-pay phones are for anyone who
is staying any period of time.
The price of the phones is between 80 euros and 300 euros. The way that cell phones in France work is that if you
receive a call from someone else, you will pay nothing for talking to that person. The result of this is that the person
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who has phoned you will be paying at a higher rate than they would if they were not calling a cell phone. The only
time that you pay to be on the phone is when you are the person who has made the call.
In the Dijon area there are three cell phone carriers:
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Orange – www.orange.com
Bouygues Telecom – www.bouygtel.com
SFR – www.sfr.fr
Cooking and kitchen privileges:
The terms of the housing contract call for small kitchen privileges which means that you should have room in the
refrigerator and that you should have an opportunity to prepare small meals: coffee or tea in the morning, eggs,
soups, hot dogs, noodles, etc. Please always remember to leave the kitchen clean after use.
Guests:
Most landladies will not mind if you have occasional visitors, provided they are informed about what is going on in
their own homes. However, overnight guests are not generally tolerated.
In conclusion, we would like to stress the fact that the great majority of students have little or no trouble whatsoever
adjusting to the differences in life style they experience in their housing. Most students actually enjoy it as it remains
the best way to a deep cultural immersion. Problems, when they do arise, are usually related to misunderstandings
or lack of communication. Therefore, if you are confronted with problems in your housing, please consult your
exchange coordinator at the school straight away.
Temporary Accommodation:
Below are some suggestions for those who have not made arrangements for accommodation prior to arrival and
prefer to stay in temporary accommodation initially. The student association "Melting Potes" can help you search for
more permanent housing during the induction week.
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CRI (Centre de Rencontres Internationales) offers rooms from 20 Euros per night on a short term basis only.
CRI (www.auberge-cri-dijon.com)
1 Boulevard Champollion – 21000 DIJON
Tel: +33 3 80 72 95 20
Fax: +33 3 80 70 00 61
e-mail: [email protected]
If you prefer to stay in a hotel while looking for accommodation, the following list of inexpensive hotels in town should
help you out.
Hotels
Name
Hôtel le Jacquemart
Hôtel Monge
Hôtel Montigny
Hôtel Montchapet
Hôtel Thurot
Hôtel City Loft
Hôtel Urbaneva
Address
32 rue Verrerie
20 rue Monge
8 rue Montigny
26 rue Jacques Cellerier
4 Impasse Thurot
96 rue des Godrans
4 rue Audra
Tel
+33 3 80 60 09 60
+33 3 80 30 55 41
+33 3 80 30 96 86
+33 3 80 53 95 00
+33 3 80 43 57 46
+33 3 80 54 27 54
+ 33 3 80 50 08 08
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Internet
www.hotel-lejacquemart.fr
no website
www.hotalmontigny.com
www.Hotel-Montchapet.com
www.hotel-thurot.com
www.cityloft.fr
www.urbaneva.com
For a full list of hotels in Dijon please visit www.bourgogne-tourisme.com
Where to look for accommodation?
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Free newspapers
BONJOUR LE 21
51, rue Devosge
Tel. +33 3 80 60 93 21
www.bonjour.fr
INFO CÔTE D'OR
56, rue de la Liberté
Tel. +33 3 80 50 97 97
HEBDO DIJON
8, Rond- Point de la Nation
Tel. +33 3 80 73 19 19
PARU VENDU
5, rue Dr.Albert Rémy
Tel. +33 3 80 54 80 80
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Daily local newspaper
LE BIEN PUBLIC
7, Boulevard Chanoine Kir
Tel +33 3 80 42 42 42
www.bienpublic.com
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Housing agencies (Dijon)
- Agence Lacaille
10, rue Millotet
+ 33 3 80 41 17 17
www.pagesimmo.com
- Gestrim SA
13, rue du Château
+33 3 80 44 92 64
http://www.gestrim.com
- T.B.I.
20-22, rue Audra
+33 3 80 50 83 83
[email protected]
- Agence République
3, rue J.J Rousseau
+33 3 80 44 92 64
- Segerad
18, boulevard de Brosses
+33 3 80 30 05 70
- Agence Bouiller SA
10, place des Cordeliers
+33 3 80 30 19 28
http://www.agence-bouiller.com
- Gessy-Verne Immobilier
17, rue de la Poste
+ 33 3 80 30 40 95
http://www.gessy-verne.com
- Agence A.B.C Immobilier
68, rue des Godrans
+33 3 80 30 85 55
http://www.abc-immobilier.net
- Lamy SA
6, place de la Libération
+33 3 80 30 40 95
http://www.lamy-sa.fr
- Cabinet Parisel
4, bis rue Docteur Maret
+33 3 80 30 85 55
http://www.parisel.com
- Agence Dupuy
41, rue Devosge
+ 33 3 80 49 81 32
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- Cabinet Girard - Lartois
22, rue Charbot - Charny
+33 3 80 67 28 21
- Segerinvest
7 ter, rue du Temple
+33 3 80 50 13 12
- Cabinet Laurin
3, rue du Dr Chaussier
+33 3 80 50 87 64
http://www.laurin-immobilier.com
- Essor Immobilier
9, rue du Capeau Rouge
+33 3 80 30 55 03
http://www.essor-immoblier.com
- Sicov - Voisin
13, rue de la Poste
+33 3 80 30 77 42
[email protected]
- Immo Contact
2, rue Cabet
+33 3 80 48 14 14
- Cabinet Thierry Theriot
91-93, avenue Victor Hugo
+33 3 80 59 22 00
- Agence Centrale
25, rue Chaudronnerie
+33 3 80 67 13 20
-Immobilière Saint-Michel
17, rue Pasteur
+33 3 80 67 77 44
http://www.ism21.com
- Agence des Cordeliers
23, place Saint-Michel
+33 3 80 68 81 97
- Alliance Immobilière
1, rue de Talant
+33 3 80 45 06 58
- Cogim Sofaco
3, rue Devosge
+33 3 80 44 52 52
http://www.regie-fonciere.et
- Libert 'Immo
79, rue J.J Rousseau
+33 3 80 71 60 34
- Regie Foncière
9, rue du Temple
+33 3 80 50 14 18
http://www.regie-fonciere.net
MEALS
The cafeteria at Burgundy School of Business serves snacks and meals every day except weekends and holidays.
Opening times: 7:30 am - 10:30 am
11:45 am - 1:45 pm
The University restaurants (Restaurant Universitaire) serve lunch (11:30 to 13:45) and dinner (18:40 to 19:45). Each
meal costs approximately 2.80 Euros.
RU Mansart 94, boulevard Mansart
Open: 11:15 am - 2:15 pm
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Tel : +33 3 80 68 27 30
RU Maret 3, rue du Dr. Maret
Open: 11:40 am - 1:15 pm
6:40 pm - 8:00 pm
Tel : +33 3 80 40 40 34
RU Montmuzard 6, rue du Recteur Bouchard
Open: 11:20 am - 2:15 pm
6:15 pm - 7:45 pm
Tel : +33 3 80 39 69 01
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G eneral Information
COST OF LIVING AND BANKING FACILITIES
Although substantially cheaper than in larger towns such as Paris, Lyon or Marseille, living in Dijon is perhaps slightly
more expensive than international students are used to in their home countries. On average, accommodation, meals,
entertainment, etc. can reach a total of 980 Euros a month.
Estimation of Costs (Euros per month)
There are usually extra expenses during the first month while getting settled. Expenses vary depending on personal
spending habits.
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FROM
Food
100
200
Telephone
20
40
Accommodation
200
300
Transport/Travel/Leisure
100
380
Student Fees (BDE Fee)/Books
10
30
Medical Care/Hygiene
20
20
Total
450
970 Euros/month (excluding clothing)
Some examples of travel costs – bus tickets in Dijon:
• La carte Hebdo "libre circulation": this one-week-bus ticket allows you to travel in Dijon without limit.
Price: 9,20 €.
• La carte "Voie Libre": allows you to travel in Dijon without limit during a month.
Price: 31 €
For more information: www.divia.fr
There is a French state student grant "Allocation logement" which students can benefit from 100 €/month, depending
on the category of accommodation. You should however be aware that there have been recent attempts to put an
end to this financial aid to students and that, in all events, the administrative hurdles to claim this aid are numerous
and it will always take a long time before the corresponding amounts are eventually paid out. Students who travel
with a visa exempting them from a carte de séjour are not entitled to this grant.
It is therefore essential to open a bank account on arrival and deposit a substantial amount to cover all initial
expenses.
The following banks have branches in Dijon:
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BNP (Banque Nationale de Paris) - www.bnpparibas.fr
Banque Populaire de Bourgogne – www.bpbfc.banquepopulaire.fr
Caisse d'Epargne – www.caisse-epargne.fr
Crédit Agricole – www.credit-agricole.fr
Crédit Commercial de France – www.ccf.fr
Crédit Lyonnais – www.creditlyonnaise.com
Crédit Mutuel – www.creditmutuel.com
Société Générale – www.socgen.com
Société Lyonnaise de Banque – www.lyonnaisedebanque.fr
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International students can open an account at any of these banks, but the school has an agreement with Banque
Nationale de Paris (BNP) and Société Générale (SG). In these banks you can open an account free of charge.
Students from "Melting Potes" can help you to open an account during the induction week. It's sufficient to have an
address in France to get a bank account. Banking hours are 9:30-18:00 Monday-Friday, closed between 12:00-13:30
Mondays. All close on weekends and public holidays. Currency exchange is available at several banks including the
Bank of France. If you do not open up a bank account, the best place to exchange traveller's cheques is at the Post
Office.
For speedy transfers of money between countries, you may ask your own bank which French bank it is affiliated with.
Bear in mind that overseas money transfers are sometimes very slow and can be expensive.
Credit cards are widely accepted in France for payment in shops, restaurants, hotels, travel agencies etc. However,
enquire at your bank whether your pin code will be accepted abroad to withdraw money from a cash dispenser,
which are also widely available in France.
ADAPTING TO A NEW CULTURE
Studying and living abroad is full of new experiences as well as new adjustments. This new adventure comes with
great excitement and high expectations.
During your stay you will experience many highs and lows. After arriving and beginning to settle in, you may find it
difficult to adjust to the way of life and procedures that are different from your home country. You may find yourself
easily frustrated by the difficulty in doing daily things. Furthermore you may begin to compare this new
culture/country to your home culture/country. For a while you may try to deny the new culture and defend your own.
This confusion caused by the lack of communication skills and cultural differences along with home sickness is called
cultural fatigue. The extent of culture fatigue will vary for each person.
Although at times the challenges that you encounter are overwhelming, the adventure abroad is after all a learning
and growing experience. After some time you will be able to adjust to the differences within the cultures by gaining
control of the language and way of life.
After learning about a new culture you will be able to acknowledge new things within your culture and yourself. When
you return home after your time abroad you will go through many of the same adjustments as you re-enter your
culture.
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Going
home
Honeymoon
Initial
Excitement
Initial
adjustment
Balanced Readaptation
Adapting and
Assimilating
Anticipating
Departure
Arrival
confusion
Judgemental
Period
Confronting Deeper
Issues
The plunge
Realization stage
Reverse Culture Shock
ADAPTING TO THE FRENCH CULTURE
You will no doubt notice many differences between the French culture and your own but here are some pointers to
help you adapt.
We recommend all international students to take the French Language and French Culture and Society courses
offered each semester to help you get the most out of your time in France.
FRANCE IN 18 WORDS
Culture
The French are very proud of their culture even though they don't read as much as other Europeans. While visiting
and admiring their cultural treasures, the French persuade themselves that France is the most civilized of all nations.
Cockerel
The French national emblem. Critics of France use the cockerel lampoon proud French nationalism and chauvinism.
Arrogance
France has often adopted an independent position in political and economic negotiations aimed at increasing
cooperation between nations. This has led to criticisms of French arrogance. True up to a point, but France has also
consistently pursued a policy of promoting world peace and humanitarian aid through organizations like "Doctors
without Borders" and economic aid programmes in developing countries.
Anglo-saxon
French people often use this term to refer to all English speakers from countries strongly influenced by the British
culture. Centuries of rivalry between France and England for world supremacy explain some negative attitudes
against the British people – as in the frequently used expression "la perfide Albion".
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Language
French is spoken with a different accent in different parts of France. French people may not always be tolerant of
poor grammar but be prepared to hear many colloquial expressions – and 'franglais' (a mixture of French and
English). As the French tend to expect perfection in the command of language, they also tend to be very reluctant to
speak foreign languages because they are self-conscious about making mistakes.
Conversation
An art and tradition in France, a country where the schoolchildren are taught to reason and analyse a topic from
different points of view. Students' conversations centre on general topics of social and cultural interests, politics,…
but seldom on the weather or money. When speaking, French people interrupt each other continually and argue
intensely even about mere details. Intelligent disagreement is often a pleasure of French conversation. Critics say the
French prefer discussion to action. You may find that out. Funnily enough, the French use "talkie walkies" and not
"walkie talkies", probably because it's more important for them to talk than to walk.
Cafés
The café is one of the best-known symbols of the French way of life. It is more than a place to drink, it's also a
meeting place for students, friends and acquaintances. You can socialize, debate current affairs or any range of
topics or simply watch the world go by.
Humour
French humour is keeping with the image of France and tends to be 'intellectual'. The French usually appreciate
"esprit" (wit), and witty anecdotes with plays on words. But they also enjoy caricature and farce, "la BD" (Comic
strips) like Tintin, Lucky Luke or Astérix as well as political satire.
Time
It's accepted behaviour to be a little late for appointments. You may hear the expression "Le quart d'heure dijonnais".
That's the 15 minute delay the French allow themselves. For example, in Lyon you have "Le quart d'heure lyonnais"
and in Toulouse you have "Le quart d'heure toulousain"… Doctors are often late but hairdressers and dentists are
usually on time and teachers are also supposed to be very punctual!
Queues
French queues at a bus stop or at the theatre are often disorderly affairs and the French are known to be great
queue jumpers.
Système D
"D" stands for "débrouillardise" (resourcefulness), a way to beat a complex system and also a mark of French
individualism or lack of civil responsibility.
Documents, Form and Red tape
Identity documents and official documents must be produced when requested by the police or by public
administration offices. The sheer amount of paperwork involved reflects the influence of the State in France.
Shops
Beware: shops are closed between 12.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. Lunch time is sacred in France! Shops are also closed
on Sundays. Spending Sunday with one's family is also sacred.
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Animals
French people are animal lovers. The percentage of French homes with a pet is the highest in Europe. There are
more dogs than children in Paris and there are about 9 million cats in France. The French actress Brigitte Bardot is
famous for campaigning to protect animals.
Politeness and directness
The French are generally very sociable. One person's "merci" is often acknowledged with "je vous en prie" or "de
rien". Before eating together, people say "Bon appétit" to each other. Passing ahead of another person is excused
with a "pardon". But people in France are often indirect because they are afraid of hurting others' feelings. Therefore
they don't often speak their mind.
Formality
When you are speaking to older people or people you don't know you should say: "Bonjour Monsieur" or "Bonjour
Madame" and please use the "vous"-form. "Au revoir Monsieur/ Madame", "Merci Monsieur/ Madame" are magic
words in France. Be prepared to answer the questions: "Comment ça va?" or "Vous allez bien?"
Friendship
The French make a clear distinction between friends (amis, amies) and acquaintances (connaissances). It takes a
while to be accepted as a friend in France. A casual relationship develops into friendship after a certain time. Friends
expect loyalty and sincerity from each other.
Greetings and farewells
The formal etiquettes of shaking hands or kissing family members on both cheeks ("la bise") when meeting or saying
goodbye remains a core tradition. Friends who use the informal "salut" as the accompanying greeting or farewell will
shake hands or offer "la bise".
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G eneral Information
GETTING TO DIJON
By car:
See map on the last page of this Guide
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Paris-Dijon: 310 km (186 miles motorway) 3h 05
Lyon- Dijon : 188 km (113 miles) 1h59
Lausanne -Dijon : 280 km (168 miles) 2h34
Strasbourg -Dijon : 312 km (187 miles) 3h15
By train
The SNCF (French national railways) www.sncf.com (tel.: 33 8 36 35 35 35) links Dijon with the whole of Europe
either by TGV (high speed train) or through its regular railway system. All information can be accessed through their
website although having tickets issued by mail are not always guaranteed to arrive on time. The best way is to
purchase a ticket upon arrival.
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Paris Gare de Lyon - Dijon : 1 hour 40 minutes (TGV)
Roissy Charles de Gaulle - Dijon : 1 hour 50 minutes (TGV)
Lyon - Dijon : 2 hours
Lausanne - Dijon : 2 hours (TGV)
Strasbourg - Dijon: 4 hours
Geneva - Dijon: 3 hours
By plane
Dijon has its own airport, www.dijon.aeroport.fr, and you can find flight information on flights in and out of Dijon with
Air France, www.airfrance.com. However, it is simpler, quicker and less expensive, when coming from abroad, to fly
either to Paris, Lyon or Geneva and take the train from there to Dijon.
Most students travelling to Dijon fly to Paris and then take the train to Dijon. Paris has two major airports serving
international flights: Orly and Charles de Gaulle (CDG) / Roissy. For information about airports in Paris, visit
www.smartweb.fr/aero or http://www.aeroportsdeparis.fr/ADP/en-GB/Passagers/
Cost of a train ticket from Lyon to Dijon: between 20 - 27Euros.( without carte 12-25)
Cost of a ticket from Geneva to Dijon: between 40 -51Euros ( without carte 12-25)
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Charles de Gaulle (CDG)/ Roissy Airport → Dijon
From Charles de Gaulle / Roissy airport you will need to get to the Gare de Lyon in order to get a TGV (high speed
train) to Dijon. There are several options open to you:
1. You can get the Air France bus from the airport direct to the Gare de Lyon. The bus departs every 30 minutes,
costs approximately 12 Euros and is the cheapest and easiest option if you have heavy luggage to carry.
2. You can get the RER train (underground/subway): Take the RER Ligne B to Châtelet-les-Halles; change to the
RER Ligne A and get off at the next station Gare de Lyon (approx. 8 Euros.) For an underground/subway map
visit www.ratp.com You would be well advised however, not to take this option if you are carrying very heavy or
cumbersome luggage.
3. You can get a taxi straight to the Gare de Lyon (approx. 40 Euros, plus extra charge for luggage)
4. If your flight arrives in the evening you can get a direct TGV train from Charles de Gaulle/Roissy airport to Dijon
for between 30 – 40 euros, but you have to reserve a seat.
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Orly Airport → Dijon
If you land at Orly Airport, you may take a taxi to the station (approx. 25 Euros, plus charge for luggage) or take the
paying shuttle to Denfert Rochereau RER station, take the RER Ligne B to the Châtelet-les-Halles station and
change to RER Ligne A. Get off at the next station, Gare de Lyon (approx.8 Euros).
If you fly into Orly, we recommend that you take the Air France bus to the centre of Paris at Gare Montparnasse. The
Air France bus departs every fifteen minutes and costs € 8 and the journey lasts approximately 40 minutes. From
Gare Montparnasse you can get a taxi to Gare de Lyon.
You also have two alternative options below to get to Gare de Lyon from Orly. You would be well advised however,
not to take these options if you are carrying very heavy or cumbersome luggage.
1. Take the shuttle train (Orlyval) from the airport to the RER station. Then take the RER (underground/subway)
to Châlet-Les Halles and transfer to the métro in order to get to the Gare de Lyon.
2. Take the Orly Bus (215) to Denfert Rochereau, departure every 15 minutes, costing approx. 5 Euros. At
Denfert Rochereau you can either take a taxi to the Gare de Lyon, or you can take the métro at Denfert
Rochereau. Take the Ligne 6 in the direction of "Nation" eight stops to "Bercy". Change to Ligne 14 and go
one stop in the direction of "Madeleine" to the Gare de Lyon.
For an underground/subway map of Paris visit: www.ratp.com
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Information on the City / Region
BURGUNDY
The Burgundy region lies mid-way between the wide-open cereal plains of northern France and the industrialized
valley of the Rhône. It is a land of undulating hills, woods and waterways flowing through a ragged mosaic of fields
bordered by hedges. Burgundy has an international reputation as home to some of the world's finest wines.
Burgundy has always been at the crossroads of many cultures. It was on the main Roman road from Lugdunum
(Lyon) and Lutecia (Paris), the route from Italy to Flanders, and is still nowadays on the corridor connecting Paris and
the north to southern France and the Mediterranean. Thanks to highways and the TGV (high speed train) today's
Burgundy is very accessible.
During the 14th and 15th centuries, the Dukes of Burgundy became more powerful than the Kings of France.
Through wars, settlements and marriages, their dominions spread across most of present day Belgium, Luxemburg
and The Netherlands. Jealously coveted for years, Burgundy was finally annexed to the French crown in 1477.
However, the region continued to produce powerful ruling families whose appreciation of contemporary Dutch and
Italian craftsmen can still be seen in religious and lay monuments alike. Burgundy's natural riches and colourful
history have marked the region with some of the finest heritage of European art and architecture.
You can find more information and pictures of Burgundy at www.bourgogne-tourisme.com
LIFE IN DIJON
Burgundy School of Business is located on a campus just a few minutes walk from the centre of Dijon. One of the
best preserved historic centres in France, Dijon artfully combines tradition and modernity, and is ranked the second
most desirable town in France in terms of quality of life.
A town open to the world:
Dijon, a university and business centre, is the capital of the Burgundy region. It is situated in the very heart of
Europe. Its picturesque and bustling pedestrian streets, flourishing trade, beautiful parks and gardens, all contribute
to the town's lively and warm atmosphere.
A historical town:
Wandering through the streets of Dijon is like a stroll through centuries of history. From the 12th century to the end
of the 15th century, the Dukes of Burgundy bequeathed artistic and architectural treasures to the town, treasures that
bear witness to the Dukes' prestige.
The centre of Dijon, France's third largest historical area of national heritage, covers an area of over 100 hectares
(more than 250 acres) of churches built between medieval times and present days, town houses dating from the
16th, 17th and 18th centuries, and medieval half-timbered houses.
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A cultural town:
Between visits and breaks to savour gastronomic delights in Dijon, discover a thousand other pleasures - theatre,
concerts, opera, cinema, the annual wine festival, the many summer musical and cultural events, visit Dijon's seven
museums, numerous art galleries and exhibition halls.
A business city:
Dijon's enviable situation in the heart of a European communications network, with a first rate air, motorway and rail
transport system means that many internationally orientated companies have chosen to settle in Burgundy and have
a privileged relationship with Burgundy School of Business, offering many opportunities for exchanging professional
advice and work experience for our students. The wine trade, the pharmaceutical and the food-processing industry
are specifically represented. Listed are some industrial companies based in Burgundy:
Amora, Alstom, Kodak, Michelin, Nestlé, Groupe Koyo, Pirelli, Schlumberger, Schneider, Seb, Tetra Pak, Valeo.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Burgundy School of Business is located on a campus only a few minutes walk from the centre of Dijon and ten
minutes walk from the railway station. It is therefore close to most amenities located in or around the city centre.
There are many buses available for any trips that require travelling further. Dijon has many cinemas/theatres, bars
and night clubs (some favourites are Atmosphère, Café Latino, and The Mosquito), restaurants, museums and
churches. The city is home to over 151,636 people. When school is in session there are over 30,000 students in
Dijon. For more information visit: www.ot-dijon.fr
Business Hours:
Normal opening hours are Monday to Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m., but some places close between 12.00 p.m. 2.00 p.m. for lunch. Shops are closed on Sunday.
Tourist Office: www.ot-dijon.fr
34 rue des Forges - B.P. 1309 - 21022 Dijon Cedex
Tel : + 33 3 80 44 11 44
Fax :+ 33 3 80 30 90 02
e-mail : [email protected]
Climate:
Dijon has a continental climate. The winters are cold and the summers warm and sunny, but remember to bring an
umbrella and a raincoat! To find out exact weather conditions in Dijon visit: www.meteo.fr/meteonet_en/
Electricity:
In Europe the common voltage is 220V. Also the electrical plugs are different (plugs with 2 pins). To change the
voltage to 220V you need a converter which can be purchased in your home county or in France. You also need
European adapter plugs to allow converters or dual voltage appliances to be plugged into outlets in Europe.
Travelling:
Dijon is centrally located, not only in France, but also in Europe, making travelling quite easy and affordable. Trains
depart frequently for Paris (only 1 hour 40 mins. away) as well as many other destinations (check on the website
www.sncf.com). Flights can be taken directly from Dijon with Air France, www.airfrance.com but for cheaper and
more flexible options it's best to take the train to airports in Lyon or Paris (Charles de Gaulle/Roissy airport or Orly
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airport). Another option to travel to and from Dijon is with Eurolines as you can travel cheaply by coach from Dijon to
most popular destinations throughout Europe (www.eurolines.com).
If you plan to travel by train more than a once or twice it is advisable to purchase a Carte 12-25 (Young Person's
Railcard), which can be purchased on-line or at any train station in France for 44 Euros. This card entitles people
between the ages of 12-25 to a 50% discount on almost all trains throughout France, and it applies to many
international destinations as well. You will need to supply a passport sized photo when purchasing the card. If you do
not purchase this card and you are still in the 12-25 age group you will still receive a 25% discount when travelling
within France.
Railway Station:
SNCF
21 Cour de la Gare
21000 Dijon
Tel: +33 (0)3 80 40 19 00
www.sncf.com
Bus Information:
Divia - Place Grangier - 21000 Dijon – www.divia.fr
Tel. +33 (0)3 80 30 60 90
Weekly tickets are available if you need to take the bus on a daily basis. Otherwise you can purchase a 10 ride pass.
Both of these passes cost around 7.60 Euros. Single trip tickets cost 0.95 Euros, and all day passes cost 3.10 Euros.
Taxi Information:
- Taxi Cour Gare: +33(0)3 80 41 41 12
- Taxi Perrey: Tel: +33 (0)3 80 61 45 45
- Taxis TMB SARL: Tel: +33 (0) 6 98 85 18 88
www.taxis-de-france.com
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Life at School
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
Student life at Burgundy School of Business is particularly active. Besides studying, students can benefit from many
extracurricular activities such as taking part in students' clubs and societies ("associations"). The associations
present an ideal opportunity for entrepreneurship: calculating risks and following through on team projects, managing
people, managing budgets, keeping to deadlines, communication, etc. It is an opening, a pre-enterprise, where
students acquire the basics needed for the professional world. At the beginning of the year, the associations'
presidents participate in a seminar that prepares them for team work in order to bring their projects to a successful
conclusion.
The Federation of Associations comprises all the Associations’ Presidents. Its Secretary General is elected and
organises the means necessary for their projects, represents them and promotes the associative activities both
inside and outside Burgundy School of Business. Below are examples of some of the clubs and societies. The list is
not exhaustive:
Economics - Finance – Consulting:
• Dijon Etude Conseil: (Junior Entreprise) Contract / consultancy work for companies.
• BIZN’ESC: offers students the possibility of short-term, paid employment on behalf of
regional firms.
• Sup'invest: Gives students the chance to discover the stock market and the investments
world.
• SIFE: Students In Free Enterprise.
Sports – Adventure:
• BDS (Bureau des Sports): the Sports Association coordinates numerous sporting events
for the School at a local and national level.
• CAP VOILE: participation in the EDHEC Business School yacht race.
• MADN'ESC: Weekend ski competition
• AFRIC' 4L: Participation in the "4L Trophy" Humanitarian aid car rally
• Le duché de l'Ovalie: promotion of the rugby culture
Cultural Events:
• Melting Potes: Welcomes international students and helps them settle into life in Dijon
and at the school.
• BDA (Bureau des Arts): The Arts Association organises many artistic events including
music, art, theatre, and dance.
• Mode Emois: Organizes a major fashion show featuring young designers.
• Bacchus: In charge of promoting and spreading the renown of Burgundy wines.
• Mozaïque: Promotes oriental culture through conferences and debates.
• Esprit d'Equipe: Works closely with humanitarian organisations.
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• BDJ (Bureau des Jeux): A games club.
• KilooprESCtou: Rents little electrical appliances (for raclette, grill, crêpe and fondue parties).
• Urban Session: Promotes Rap, RNB Tropic ESC: Promotes West Indian and African
culture through various events.
• L'association solidarite: Helps students who have financial difficulties
• BDE: Integrate students by organising parties
• Escapade Asiatique: Promotes Asian culture by making dinners and cinemas
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La Chouette: Publishes a practical guide on Dijon (www.chouettedijon.com).
Hors Control: School radio.
Dreamovies: Film club.
Eclips: Photo and video club.
The "Fédération des Etudiants" acts as a Students Union in charge of facilitating student life. It is a source of
information for students and also helps new students to integrate into life at Burgundy School of Business. It
participates in the organisation of freshers week activities dedicated to welcoming new students, and offers
entertainment of all sorts throughout the School year.
Contribution to the Students Union ("Fédération des Etudiants") is compulsory in order to benefit from all activities
offered during the year. It amounts to approximately 33 Euros per semester.
All students are invited to play an active role in the regional or local associations or projects outside school.
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FACILITIES
The Library (médiathèque):
It is open 6 days a week and located in the C Building.
Opening hours are:
• During the school year: Mondays to Friday (8.30 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.)
Saturdays (10 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.)
• During the holidays: Mondays to Fridays (8.30 a.m. to 12.30 and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.)
Students must present their student card in order to borrow books.
Documentation:
• 17,000 works in French, German, Spanish
• 250 subscriptions to the French and international press
• 2,800 periodicals online
• 1,000 annual company reports
• Research work
• Dissertations
• Case studies
• Market surveys
• CD-ROMs
• Data bases
• Reference Books : Dictionaries, Encyclopaedias, Directories
In addition to the school library, students of Burgundy School of Business have free access to the library at the
University (Université de Bourgogne).
Conferences:
Proposed within the School framework, they are especially good opportunities for getting together and exchanging
ideas. Conferences are open to all students, professors, and even to people from outside the school.
The Computer Room:
140 computers equipped with the latest software and 3 easy-access rooms linked to a network are all available to
students from Monday to Saturday.
There are also 60 places where students can link their laptops to the network via WiFi. All students at Burgundy
School of Business have free access to the Internet and a personal e-mail account. The school has a videoconference system, and classrooms and amphitheatres are all equipped with video projectors.
Students will be required to show their student card to security in order to enter the building out of opening hours.
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Software:
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MICROSOFT OFFICE XP
INTERNET
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WORKS WINDOWS
PUBLISHER
POWERPOINT
SPHINX
E-mail and Fax facilities:
Faxes can be sent for a charge of 1.50 Euros per copy.
All students are given an e-mail address on arrival.
Sports and Gym Facilities:
The school has its own gym located on the ground floor of the A Building. It is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. week days.
Students also have access to various sports activities coached by our full-time sports instructor. Also at lunch time
and in the evening twice a week, an aerobics class is organised for staff and students.
Sport is fully integrated into the curriculum at Burgundy School of Business and various students clubs and societies
also offer a range of exciting sporting opportunities.
Cafeteria:
The cafeteria at Burgundy School of Business serves snacks and meals every day except weekends and holidays.
Opening times : 7:30 am - 10:30 am
11:45 am - 1:45pm
You will find most of this information on the website: www.bsbu.eu
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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