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05 Apr 2022, 02:01
| FROM LBS MiF Admissions Blog: Life as an LGBTQ+ MiF student |
By Kim Yuh Sim, MiF Full-time 2023 My name is Kim Yuh Sim, I’m from Malaysia, a current Full-Time Masters in Finance student, and I’m set to graduate in March 2023. I identify as cis-gendered, gay Asian male, and my pronouns are he/him/his. I serve on the Out in Business (OiB) Club committee as Vice President – Finance. Prior to joining the Masters in Finance (MiF) Programme at LBS, I worked as an Accountant for a reinsurance company based in Dublin for over 5 years and decided to pursue the MiF programme to further develop my finance knowledge. I chose to come to London as it’s a vibrant city with a well-formed LBGTQ+ community, and I hope to find my authentic self over here while exploring the purpose of life for myself. Being gay doesn’t define me, it’s simply a part of who I truly am. It’s important to me that I can be comfortable being myself and the environment is inclusive, and that I can find a sense of belonging within the community. LBS, the MiF programme and the OiB Club are communities that have never excluded me, and they have formed an important part of my student experience at LBS which means a lot to me. The Masters in Finance programme at LBS – Experience as a LGBTQ+ member The MiF is a programme designed for post-experience finance professionals, with students coming from 50+ nationalities and with an average of 6 years of work experience. You will find bright individuals with various professional experiences attending the programme, across many nationalities and industries, and primarily with finance and investment backgrounds. You will not only have the chance to learn technical financial knowledge from them, but more importantly, get to know the people, their cultures, and backgrounds. My experience as a LGBTQ+ member has been very positive, and I’m delighted to have joined the MiF programme at LBS. Although there can be a relatively small percentage of openly LGBTQ+ members in the programme, you will never find yourself alone or difficult to fit in. Overall, the MiF cohort is not only comprised of finance professionals with deep financial knowledge, but also open-minded individuals with rich international experience. To my knowledge I am the only openly gay individual within the stream, and I’ve never been faced with any difficulties, only great experiences. I feel I fit perfectly well into the class, and I’m thankful to have made a few life-long friends. Studying in a world-ranked business school, a top finance programme, and being able to grow, learn, and work together with an amazing cohort, has been a precious experience for me, and will always be memorable. Out in Business (OiB) Club There were a few main factors as to why I chose to study the MiF programme at LBS: location, reputation, diversity, and the OiB Club. As a LGBTQ+ member, it’s extremely important to me that the school provides a supportive and friendly environment for all students, regardless of their nationalities, background, gender identification, or sexual preferences. The main highlight is that LBS embraces and promotes diversity within the community, which is something supported heavily by my beloved club – the Out in Business Club. The OiB Club plays one of the most important roles in LBS, which is to help promote diversity and inclusion within the LBS community. It’s a club where LGBTQ+ members can find their sense of belonging and meet like-minded individuals both within and beyond LBS via events. One of the first few things I did after I was admitted to the MiF programme was to contact the committee members within the OiB Club. I was excited and passionate to learn more about the club and to be involved in activities as much as possible. I was delighted to have been involved in organising the Rainbow Party and EUROUTevents that happened in 2021. With important events like EUROUT, they have become not only a school event, but rather an event bringing together the LGBTQ+ network across the business world. EUROUT is sponsored by top 500 Fortune companies and has connected more than 20 top business schools around the world. Most importantly, it’s organised by the OiB Club and led completely by the LGBTQ+ students and alumni at LBS. Being gay – Personal experience Being gay has never been an easy journey for me. But today, I’m happy with WHO I am. I grew up in a relatively conservative environment. Generally, in Asian families, there are rarely open discussions or education related to sexual orientation and gender identity. Growing up, I’d always thought that a normal relationship meant being with the opposite sex, and my eventual goal should be to have a “normal” family life and to have my own kid(s). The journey through life has slowly proved what my sexual preference is, and all the struggles eventually came to a point that I needed to be honest to myself, and to recognise that – I am gay. That was a long and lonely process of self-fighting and self-reflection, that I was too afraid to share with anyone about the real me. I had to deal with it by myself for years and it led to a lot of self-hatred at certain points in my life. All I wanted was to be the same as everyone else, to have a “normal” life and live happily. It had caused me to develop a strong feeling of shame and I felt that I wasn’t worthy of love or anything. Denying and ignoring the real me did not help, and only made my life miserable. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel, and the first step was accepting WHO I am. I started to reflect on the “normal” life I wanted for myself. “Normal” should not be a term that limits people to the traditionally accepted behaviours or preferences – there is a need to recognise that social norms evolve over time, and we have to be inclusive, rather than categorising preferences or people into groups. After all, I came to London to pursue the ideal life I wanted; I chose to study at LBS to expand my network through meeting open-minded individuals, and to pursue the MiF to make me a well-rounded finance professional, whilst achieving a balance between a professional and personal life. I’m still on this journey of dealing with trauma and becoming the best version of myself. All my experiences and pain have shaped me to become the person I am today – someone who is truly focused on sincerity, authenticity, and inclusivity. If you would like to learn more about diversity and inclusion at London Business School, please visit our website. The post Life as an LGBTQ+ MiF student appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
19 Apr 2022, 07:01
| FROM LBS MiM Admissions Blog: Obtaining a Student Visa |
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If you are coming to the UK to study at LBS you may need to apply for a Student visa. You will not require a Student visa if you have alternative immigration permission that permits study, including through the EU Settlement Scheme. Request your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) The CAS is a secure reference number issued by LBS to confirm you have accepted a place on a course of study with us. You can request a CAS via our CAS request system after you have accepted your offer and paid your reservation fee. Details of when you can access the CAS request system will be published in due course. You can start your visa application after you have received your CAS. Check the financial requirement There are two strict financial criteria you must be able to meet:
Prepare your supporting documentation All applicants must provide the following for their application:
Some applicants may also need to provide one or both of the following: – Official documents showing that you meet the financial requirement – A valid tuberculosis test certificate Applying for your Student visa You can apply up to six months before your programme start date. We advise allowing at least six weeks between applying and your intended travel date to the UK. Please note you can only enter the UK up to 1 month before the programme start date stated on your CAS. The application steps are:
Please contact the LBS visa team if you have any questions or concerns. The post Obtaining a Student Visa appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
19 Apr 2022, 07:01
| FROM LBS MiF Admissions Blog: Obtaining a Student Visa |
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If you are coming to the UK to study at LBS you may need to apply for a Student visa. You will not require a Student visa if you have alternative immigration permission that permits study, including through the EU Settlement Scheme. Request your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) The CAS is a secure reference number issued by LBS to confirm you have accepted a place on a course of study with us. You can request a CAS via our CAS request system after you have accepted your offer and paid your reservation fee. Details of when you can access the CAS request system will be published in due course. You can start your visa application after you have received your CAS. Check the financial requirement There are two strict financial criteria you must be able to meet:
Prepare your supporting documentation All applicants must provide the following for their application:
Some applicants may also need to provide one or both of the following: – Official documents showing that you meet the financial requirement – A valid tuberculosis test certificate Applying for your Student visa You can apply up to six months before your programme start date. We advise allowing at least six weeks between applying and your intended travel date to the UK. Please note you can only enter the UK up to 1 month before the programme start date stated on your CAS. The application steps are:
Please contact the LBS visa team if you have any questions or concerns. The post Obtaining a Student Visa appeared first on Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School. |
22 Apr 2022, 05:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: How Climate Fresk enables ESCP to bring climate change science to its community |
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ESCP Business School has made the ecological transition an increasingly important part of its strategy and educational activities. The School has integrated sustainability into the curriculum of the flagship generalist programmes (Bachelor, Pre‐Master, Master in Management, and MBA programmes), so that students can be exposed to these issues. There are also two programmes that specifically focus on ecological transition: MSc. in International Sustainability Management and MSc. in Sustainability Entrepreneurship and Innovation. We asked Léo Police, President of student society oikos Berlin and MSc in International Sustainability Management, to share his experience of an interactive workshop on climate change, the “Climate Fresk”. As an undergraduate student, I studied management and new technologies, but over time I became specifically interested in energy and climate topics. My school hosted events that allowed me to hear various experts discuss climate change, and in my second year, I had the chance to take part in a ‘Climate Fresk’, which was a workshop in which you collaborate with 6-8 participants to understand the science behind climate change. I appreciated it because it was a smart and engaging way for me and many others to make connections between the different human activities, their impact on the natural systems, and finally, the tangible effects on our societies. So when I came to ESCP to study for a Master’s, I knew that I wanted to help raise awareness of the environmental crises we are facing, and to help students (as well as staff!) contribute to the answers of these challenges. The more I got involved with these topics, the more I realised that there is a significant gap between scientific climate knowledge and what the general public knows. As a business school, ESCP already takes action to integrate sustainability, and I wanted to help push the efforts further. For this reason, I joined oikos Berlin, and as its current President, one thing I wanted to do is to help expand climate education with the Climate Fresks, of which I became a certified facilitator during the COP26 in Glasgow. Not only do these workshops impart critical knowledge, but they also help build a community. When I first started becoming aware of the climate emergency, I actually found myself feeling very alone because neither my family nor my friends were (at the time) tuned into the ongoing conversations about it. Organizing these workshops is therefore particularly useful in building a community of people who are armed with knowledge and the desire to take action to make the world work better for us and future generations. What are Climate Fresks and why are they important? The Climate Fresk is a collaborative and engaging way to learn more about the climate system and the consequences of its disruption. The workshop ideally takes place with 4-8 participants and lasts about three hours. It is divided in two parts, and during the first part, the group will have 42 cards that represent different components of climate change (such as human activities or rising water levels, etc.) based on the IPCC report, and together they must link the cause and effect relationships. The final product is a collage of these connections, and teams decorate them and then engage in the second part, which is a meaningful discussion on the key learnings of the collage and on individual and collective solutions to mitigate climate change. The scientific data on the cards, which is gathered from the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, makes the activity particularly suitable for the ESCP community as a way to improve their scientific knowledge on the subject and to develop a systemic view of the issues while meeting and bonding with new people in a fun environment! The Climate Fresk can also be enjoyed by both beginners and experts, and anyone in between.  A Climate Fresk workshop at the ESCP Paris campus, January 2022 Who can participate in the Fresks? In the ESCP community, anyone can participate in the Fresks, and the diversity of thought and backgrounds is highly encouraged. The group interaction and collaboration is really what makes it a great experience, especially since there is so much to learn from your groupmates, and you build strong connections with each other as well. In particular, ESCP students from any programme can get involved, not just those studying sustainability. In fact, the climate fresk is one of the key segments of the Designing Tomorrow: Business and Sustainability seminar that is part of the curriculum of the Master in Management premaster year. Every workshop has a certified facilitator. The role of the facilitator is to make sure that the correct links are represented, and to give additional context. During the discussion, the facilitator also allows everyone to express themselves and can provide additional information (orders of magnitude, examples, etc.) to help the group determine which actions are the most effective in the short and long term for them. My personal experience is that the learning part, with the cards, is very complete and educational, but I prefer the second part, because the participants feel the magnitude and urgency of climate change, and experience it as a collective moment that can catalyse people towards action. What are our goals regarding the Fresks? As the President of oikos Berlin, the sustainability student association on the ESCP Berlin and Paris campuses, our goal is to raise awareness of climate change and ecological issues, and to help students contribute to the answers to these challenges. With the Climate Fresk tool, we want to raise awareness of sustainability challenges for the new 1,000 students of the Berlin campus in the upcoming fall semester, no matter what programme they are studying. To do so, we are training a community of Climate Fresk facilitators within ESCP, with the help of the ESCP Transition Network and other stakeholders. Léo Police President of oikos Berlin MSc International Sustainability Management ESCP Business School |
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| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: Master in Management or Specialised Master at ESCP: which one is right for you? |
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As a future master student, you probably ask yourself many questions every day: Which programme should I choose? Should I do a short or a long programme? Should I specialise directly or should I give myself the opportunity to discover several fields? What training would be most beneficial in the short and long term? Which path is best for me? There are many reasons why you might choose to enroll in a business master’s degree. You could be looking to improve your skills or increase your knowledge in a certain area; or you might want to gain international exposure, interact with people from around the world, and launch a global career. MiM vs MSc: the basics The Master in Management takes up the fundamentals of management with a common core: it allows you to specialise in three different fields, so you can choose very different ones or stay in a specific industry sector or job function, such as finance or sustainability. Specialised Masters & MSc (MS & MSc), on the other hand, are focused on one area and have a fixed structure, enabling students to acquire specific advanced skills and industry sector knowledge in order to progress easily and rapidly in an international market. Students who don’t have a defined project yet and don’t wish to specialise directly but rather discover different job functions or industry sectors should lean towards the Master in Management programme. Students with a concrete project and wishing to specialise in a particular field in management or sector should choose an MS or an MSc. The key question: Have you defined your career objective? Nathalie Quintin-Gezelius, in charge of International admissions at the ESCP Paris Campus, has this advice for candidates wishing to join the MIM & MS/MSc programmes of ESCP Business School. “The ESCP jury will want to go further than your CV when meeting you for an interview and will try to gain a well-rounded sense of who you are as a candidate. As the MIM is geared towards recent graduates who just completed a Bachelor degree, they will be interested in what your career goals are but they will not necessarily expect you to have a very clear vision of your professional goals as you may still be figuring that out and the programme will precisely help you fine tune those goals with the various specialisations and electives you can choose from. For the MS/MSc interview, as you will be applying for a specialised degree in a specific business field or industry, the jury will ask a series of questions relating to your decision to continue to postgraduate study in that field and therefore will expect a well-defined vision of the future and a well-crafted career plan.” With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at the main differences between MiMs and MS/MScs at ESCP. Duration and rhythm At ESCP, the Master in Management is a 2 to 3 year course compared to 1 to 2 years for our Specialised Masters & MSc (including the internship). Two learning approaches are possible for the Master in Management training: apprenticeship, where the student alternates between classes and work in a company or full-time. Students having chosen the full-time approach, may elect to take gap semesters to undertake valuable internships to build their CV before graduation. On the contrary, MS & MSc’s are only offered full-time, with usually 6 to 10 months of classes, and then a work experience of minimum 4 months (internship or full-time job). The full-time intensive nature of these programmes provides students with immediate access to managerial positions, after a short but intense period of study. Location You will have the opportunity to discover up to four campuses with the Master in Management programme. Students may choose their study location amongst the 6 ESCP cities and partner institutions in 41 countries worldwide. Most MS and MScs take place on two different campuses; some are delivered on one campus only, but include a seminar with an international partner, and some of them offer both a dual-campus course delivery PLUS an international seminar. Study locations are determined by the programme’s academic director, and based on faculty expertise. For example, the Master in Finance is taught in Paris and London because that is where the most expert faculty in the discipline, particularly in corporate finance, is located. Language The Master in Management can be 100% in English. Students may also choose to take tracks in French, Spanish or German. The MSc’s are either taught 100% in English or both in French and English depending on the programme. Reasons to choose the MIM or an MSc
“I first heard about ESCP because of the Financial Times ranking, where both the MiM and the Master in Finance are very well ranked. I chose the MiM over an MSc for several reasons. I wanted to be in as many countries as possible because since I was working during my bachelor’s, I didn’t have the opportunity to live abroad. In the MiM, I chose a variety of specialisations based on the following factors: personal interest and talents, specialisation syllabi and courses included, the faculty, and the campus/city where it was taking place.”
“Joining an MS or an MSc at ESCP will allow you to specialise within a particular sector or field of management. It’s very important to define your objectives and the environment you’re looking for, then you’ll be able to choose the right MS/MSc. Each programme prepares you for a different job or sector so you need to clearly define your professional goals and motivations, and understand the link between those and the MSc you’re applying to.”
“I decided to choose an MSc instead of the MiM for several reasons. First of all, before joining ESCP, I did a 4-year course in Lyon, France, where I obtained a Bachelor in Business Administration. I then thought that it would be interesting to finish my studies with just one more year in order to obtain my master’s. I didn’t want to take on two more years of study and wanted to turn to a focused programme with specific courses. As my goal is to work in the field of Communication, I wanted to develop my theoretical and practical skills in this specific field turned towards my professional aspirations. This is what the MSc Marketing & Communication offered me.” Which one should you choose? Ultimately it comes down to your career objectives:
Regardless of the choice you make, as an ESCP student, you will be given the opportunity to grow your network, work on your strengths and weaknesses, and take your career to the next level. To find out which ESCP programme is right for you, take our quizzes about theMS/MSc and the MiM!  Nathalie Quintin-Gezelius, International admissions Paris Campus  Catherine Hetzel, Recruitment for MS & MSc in Paris  Manuel Oberascher, Master in Management student  Baptiste Bonnefoy, MSc in Marketing & Communication student |
29 Apr 2022, 02:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: Master in Management or Specialised Master at ESCP: which one is right for you? |
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As a future master student, you probably ask yourself many questions every day: Which programme should I choose? Should I do a short or a long programme? Should I specialise directly or should I give myself the opportunity to discover several fields? What training would be most beneficial in the short and long term? Which path is best for me? There are many reasons why you might choose to enroll in a business master’s degree. You could be looking to improve your skills or increase your knowledge in a certain area; or you might want to gain international exposure, interact with people from around the world, and launch a global career. MiM vs MSc: the basics The Master in Management takes up the fundamentals of management with a common core: it allows you to specialise in three different fields, so you can choose very different ones or stay in a specific industry sector or job function, such as finance or sustainability. Specialised Masters & MSc (MS & MSc), on the other hand, are focused on one area and have a fixed structure, enabling students to acquire specific advanced skills and industry sector knowledge in order to progress easily and rapidly in an international market. Students who don’t have a defined project yet and don’t wish to specialise directly but rather discover different job functions or industry sectors should lean towards the Master in Management programme. Students with a concrete project and wishing to specialise in a particular field in management or sector should choose an MS or an MSc. The key question: Have you defined your career objective? Nathalie Quintin-Gezelius, in charge of International admissions at the ESCP Paris Campus, has this advice for candidates wishing to join the MIM & MS/MSc programmes of ESCP Business School. “The ESCP jury will want to go further than your CV when meeting you for an interview and will try to gain a well-rounded sense of who you are as a candidate. As the MIM is geared towards recent graduates who just completed a Bachelor degree, they will be interested in what your career goals are but they will not necessarily expect you to have a very clear vision of your professional goals as you may still be figuring that out and the programme will precisely help you fine tune those goals with the various specialisations and electives you can choose from. For the MS/MSc interview, as you will be applying for a specialised degree in a specific business field or industry, the jury will ask a series of questions relating to your decision to continue to postgraduate study in that field and therefore will expect a well-defined vision of the future and a well-crafted career plan.” With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at the main differences between MiMs and MS/MScs at ESCP. Duration and rhythm At ESCP, the Master in Management is a 2 to 3 year course compared to 1 to 2 years for our Specialised Masters & MSc (including the internship). Two learning approaches are possible for the Master in Management training: apprenticeship, where the student alternates between classes and work in a company or full-time. Students having chosen the full-time approach, may elect to take gap semesters to undertake valuable internships to build their CV before graduation. On the contrary, MS & MSc’s are only offered full-time, with usually 6 to 10 months of classes, and then a work experience of minimum 4 months (internship or full-time job). The full-time intensive nature of these programmes provides students with immediate access to managerial positions, after a short but intense period of study. Location You will have the opportunity to discover up to four campuses with the Master in Management programme. Students may choose their study location amongst the 6 ESCP cities and partner institutions in 41 countries worldwide. Most MS and MScs take place on two different campuses; some are delivered on one campus only, but include a seminar with an international partner, and some of them offer both a dual-campus course delivery PLUS an international seminar. Study locations are determined by the programme’s academic director, and based on faculty expertise. For example, the Master in Finance is taught in Paris and London because that is where the most expert faculty in the discipline, particularly in corporate finance, is located. Language The Master in Management can be 100% in English. Students may also choose to take tracks in French, Spanish or German. The MSc’s are either taught 100% in English or both in French and English depending on the programme. Reasons to choose the MIM or an MSc
“I first heard about ESCP because of the Financial Times ranking, where both the MiM and the Master in Finance are very well ranked. I chose the MiM over an MSc for several reasons. I wanted to be in as many countries as possible because since I was working during my bachelor’s, I didn’t have the opportunity to live abroad. In the MiM, I chose a variety of specialisations based on the following factors: personal interest and talents, specialisation syllabi and courses included, the faculty, and the campus/city where it was taking place.”
“Joining an MS or an MSc at ESCP will allow you to specialise within a particular sector or field of management. It’s very important to define your objectives and the environment you’re looking for, then you’ll be able to choose the right MS/MSc. Each programme prepares you for a different job or sector so you need to clearly define your professional goals and motivations, and understand the link between those and the MSc you’re applying to.”
“I decided to choose an MSc instead of the MiM for several reasons. First of all, before joining ESCP, I did a 4-year course in Lyon, France, where I obtained a Bachelor in Business Administration. I then thought that it would be interesting to finish my studies with just one more year in order to obtain my master’s. I didn’t want to take on two more years of study and wanted to turn to a focused programme with specific courses. As my goal is to work in the field of Communication, I wanted to develop my theoretical and practical skills in this specific field turned towards my professional aspirations. This is what the MSc Marketing & Communication offered me.” Which one should you choose? Ultimately it comes down to your career objectives:
Regardless of the choice you make, as an ESCP student, you will be given the opportunity to grow your network, work on your strengths and weaknesses, and take your career to the next level. To find out which ESCP programme is right for you, take our quizzes about theMS/MSc and the MiM! Nathalie Quintin-Gezelius, International admissions Paris Campus Catherine Hetzel, Recruitment for MS & MSc in Paris Manuel Oberascher, Master in Management student Baptiste Bonnefoy, MSc in Marketing & Communication student |
05 May 2022, 11:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: How A Multi-Campus Degree Is The Answer To International Employment Opportunities |
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A major attraction for prospective ESCP students is the unique opportunity to study a master’s degree in more than one country. Taking advantage of ESCP’smultinational setup, students can study in two and up to four different countries, rotating between the School’s six urban campuses in Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Turin and Warsaw. ESCP’s unique multi-campus structure introduces students to different cultural experiences, offering a diverse and challenging learning environment. This not only enriches their study, but also helps to transform students into business professionals who are comfortable working and communicating with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, therefore enhancing their potential for an international career. Different locations, different identities “For students in business school, it’s really important to have an international background,” says Valentine Grosjean, a Master in Management student focusing on investment banking, who is currently finishing her course in London, having already studied in both Paris and Berlin. “I know other students like myself who have chosen ESCP specifically because of the multi-campus aspect. Other business schools don’t give you this opportunity.” “Each campus has a different identity, and it means that you mix with different people in different ways. Every semester you meet new students from different places, and you realise that everybody shares a strong connection. It shows you how ESCP is a big community across different countries, and every student has their own individual experience to share.” Building a global community Even before arriving in London to study for an MSc in Marketing & Creativity, Alexis Cervantes had some knowledge of relating to people from different parts of the world when she moved from her hometown of Mexico City to work at Disneyworld in Florida. “Because of my overseas experiences, I set my mind to doing a masters abroad. If you want to be a leader, you have to know how to work in different environments and places where you are out of your comfort zone. You have to integrate with all kinds of people. Our world is hyper-connected now, so having the experience of working with people from different backgrounds with different insights is helpful. It builds a global community.” Alexis acknowledged the importance of multinational experiences for her future employment prospects. In fact, ESCP’s multi-campus offer was what attracted Alexis to the School as she wanted to continue getting to know people from different parts of the world. She wanted to co-create her global learning experience. “The MSc in Marketing & Creativity master’s degree focuses on bringing the multicultural aspect to the classroom. I’ve got to know people who are so different from me. The students are from such a variety of ages and backgrounds. My working groups are small, and the instructors make them as diverse as possible. It means that discussions are richer. We can share experiences from China, Germany and Mexico, for example. Exchanging ideas with people from different backgrounds has made brainstorming and development even richer.” Multicultural education opens doors Even while they are enjoying their multi-campus life, the students are already looking to their futures and seeing how their ESCP masters can fit into their desired careers. For Valentine, being able to compare different worlds, build professional networks and understand the specificities of investment banking for each country have opened up her employment opportunities. “Being here in London has allowed me to make important contacts in investment banking. Meeting people in person makes a big difference, and I think it makes a greater impression than a video call.” Having studied, lived and worked on practical projects in 3 different countries during her ESCP journey, Valentine opened up at least three international paths to explore upon graduation in pursuit of her dream career. “After my internship I would like to join a team with a focus on infrastructure. My options are to move directly to London, or work in France, where I’m from, with a view to going to London later.” English is important, additional languages are even better Also, day-to-day life in a different city has its benefits. “My English is still not perfect,” says Valentine. “But being here allows me to work on it every day. It’s just another way I can improve myself.” In fact, languages have been at the forefront of ESCP culture since the business school first opened its doors in 1819. Currently, alongside completing studies in English, students are encouraged to take language classes in French, Spanish, Italian and German to expand their employment prospects and enrich their experience in those countries. Living in London has also made its mark on Alexis, who is planning on returning for her internship, after completing her final academic terms in Paris later in the year, and then staying in the country for an extra 2 years after graduation. “The MSc in Marketing & Creativity offers different visa entry routes resulting in a post-study visa opportunity in the UK and in France, and I have chosen the UK route. I plan to stay here for two years. I love London. Sometimes, there is an idea that Europeans can be cold but that’s not been my experience. I love the people I’ve met. People here are so open and friendly.” Building a personal brand Both Alexis and Valentine have a clear idea of how ESCP and the international exposure they are gaining here can make their personal brand even more attractive in the eyes of prospective employers. “Every life experience I have adds to me as a person, as a brand, an image of how I want to be seen and what I want to do with my life. It gives me ideas about how I can promote myself in the professional world,” says Alexis. “I think of my brand as being really enthusiastic. I love meeting and working with new people. I’m also very persistent, I love studying. I would like to say that I’m highly skilled, that I’m prepared, that I can be a good leader, so that’s what I’m working towards.” ESCP is a great place to build on your existing experiences and develop a global citizen mindset that is increasingly highly valued by employers across a variety of sectors. Cultural and social perceptiveness, adaptability and flexibility in working with others, and emotional and contextualised intelligence – these are only a few of the many traits that ESCP students develop during their multi-campus study experience. “I feel lucky,” says Valentine. “Before I started my masters I thought about my options as being limited to France, but now I’ve changed the way I look at opportunities. Now I think about them at a European level.”  Valentine Grosjean Master in Management  Alexis Cervantes MSc in Marketing & Creativity |
13 May 2022, 07:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: Things to Do on a Sunny Weekend in Berlin |
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Berlin is a city transformed when spring and summer come around each year. It can feel like a continuous party, with endless activities, events, and cute & quirky options for outdoor dining. I come from San José, Costa Rica, so the onset of Spring finally made Berlin feel more like home. I officially said goodbye to my humidifier and my “happy light” (winter musts) and stuffed my apartment with new plant babies! Berliners delight in living their lives outdoors as much as possible during the spring and summer months. The endless options can become overwhelming, so here are a few of my favourite things to do on a sunny weekend in Berlin. [b]Walk along the Landwehr Canal[/b] A very Berlin activity is taking an afternoon stroll by the Landwehr Canal. This 10km canal snakes through the heart of the city, from the Tiergarten to Kreuzberg neighborhoods. It’s quite popular for a reason: it’s central, lush, and the surrounding areas are home to plenty of shops and cafés. My recommendation: walk west of the Admiralbrücke for lovely spots to sit, read, or drink a beer near the water. [b]Brunch at [/b][b]Geist im Glas[/b] Who doesn’t love to start off a brilliant day with brunch? This [url=https://www.instagram.com/geistimglas/]cozy bar[/url] in the Neukölln neighborhood has a boozy brunch exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays — and it is not to be missed! Their pancakes are the fluffiest, their bacon the sweetest. They also offer a unique spin on traditional dishes with offerings such as a “Kimchi Florentine” and “Sriracha Chicken and Waffles”. Bring friends and sit outdoors or go by yourself, bring your journal, and enjoy the candlelit, moody indoor atmosphere. [img]https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/OwHz-mXTbfAbh0onBPS8TN2xm6gU8cam5gPQaDwHFqNSIzyDU2KNQ_opBDigCFS2KNpUFwZ1-V38uKy6YCzGq9bbgCvPAUkipI9n5GBtAvwFV8zLDKJqdALIdankF4YWAzRYB5Bd8IlBX1iDhQ[/img] [b]Go to a Biergarten at Treptower Park[/b] Insel der Jugend is part of Treptower Park but lies in the Spree River. Cross the bridge and you’ll feel like you’ve escaped the city for a little break. You can find a spot for a picnic or head to the biergarten, which also offers live music! There is also a lawn area and row boats available for rental. Treptower Park is also home to the vast Soviet War Memorial, with the centerpiece statue standing at an impressive 30 meters high. [img]https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/bQvuzfqUvMK5jujK3tkRZssHNZyRnCFYshP34wDdalHVXP2LvrL6KTvZOrFlQxiOizu5k4NEPZd1SmzkdCYwGZDBa960Ti4_hlbeIjQzxIHOcnpcxJRI553_8TOBfnE9GHeyX2UkOw96h4LQWw[/img] Photo by[url=https://unsplash.com/@karl_okay?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] Karli Cumber[/url] on[url=https://unsplash.com/s/photos/insel-der-jugend?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] Unsplash[/url] [b]Walk around MuseumsInsel[/b] While[b] [/b]most people don’t want to spend a sunny day inside a museum, Berlin’s Museumsinsel is a lovely place for some outdoor inspiration. This UNESCO World Heritage site is located in the Mitte neighborhood. Five world-famous museum buildings, old and new, have their home in this complex at the heart of the city. On weekends starting at 11am, you can visit the Berliner Kunstmarkt, (Berlin Art Market), located next to the [url=https://www.museumsportal-berlin.de/en/museums/deutsches-historisches-museum/]German Historical Museum[/url] overlooking the Spree. [img]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/iiy2bhHnT1i_PzMEnwrso98BIyNMc5b1WCBGqpSgLqTyqZeoPeRfyau1oV-E6hiuDaM1qHEWX_iY1aClfDxncQJPfiavwMUQ3AKxgLXzRIlDoLISTX0PIaWgfOemNql-sPfK9DtABj64vbc7QQ[/img] Photo: David von Becker [b]Outdoor workout with Beat81[/b] Looking to get a workout in over the weekend? These classes will no doubt make you sweat! Beat81 offers 45-min HIIT and Strength classes at various outdoor (and indoor) locations throughout Berlin, including Mauerpark, Volkspark Friedrichshain, and the Beach at Nordbahnhof. First-timers get 3 free classes when they download the app! [b]Eiskultur Ice Cream[/b] The rumors are true, Berliners love good ice cream, no matter what type of weather. Yet one of the happiest and optimistic signs of spring is ice cream shops opening back up after a long winter. With several locations throughout the city, the incomparable Spoonful Berlin offers a wide variety of flavors – rhubarb, dark chocolate, butterkeks, mango – and plenty of vegan options! Be patient – you’ll definitely find a line of other Berliners eager to get some Eis. [b]Have dinner in [/b][b]Mitte [/b][b]at Royals & Rice[/b] Looking for a cozy [url=https://www.instagram.com/royalsandrice_berlin/]date spot[/url]? You’re welcome. Located in the heart (but tranquil part) of the Mitte neighborhood, Royals & Rice serves delicious Vietnamese food. They also have a wide selection of drinks and a picturesque outdoor terrace perfect for the summer months. This place will surely become one of your go-to’s. [img]https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/jKOWU8t9ZmVxInqWB2gZ9zZtT0Z11lbehsAe5tGhcshm4w4dWlX83xYsHOjT0HUKs0MZwlH5H2vmm5HfCd6kkiuDTY_KX1zuc_Wl31bal0rzJkUOfoZ8K1iIaNyHBXSJ7btj2_qmzh67-d1xxQ[/img] [b]Bike ride in [/b][b]Wannsee[/b] Berlin’s surrounding area is known for its many lakes. Wannsee is located in the southwestern part of Berlin and is home to two beautiful lakes, Großer Wannsee and Kleiner Wannsee. If you’re craving a break from Berlin’s hustle and bustle, this is the perfect place for a lakeside bike ride. Enjoy being in nature and discover the historical sites in the area! [img]https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/19772UU4lIyNXGQrZ1JZT6JsaxtOLGGArz4nShEvJZhCARNm7xCz4WHUxOygpuuvjn8m4UgqdS2opusufhWek1jgNVME7LRMkcnpjmf_lWkDcXunIRCjFD7X1qPp2cgCjCCI01I5uH6l3GDoKQ[/img] [b]Berlin is an amazing place to be a student for all its cultural, social, and academic offerings, but you’ll really feel this energy from the entire city on a glorious spring afternoon or a hazy summer evening. Soak up all the summer vibes and sunshine in Berlin while you can![/b] [img]https://i0.wp.com/blog.masters.escp.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Arianna_delaCruz-1.jpg?resize=189%2C179&ssl=1[/img] [b]Arianna de la Cruz Lara[/b] – MiM Alumna |
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08 Jun 2022, 01:01
| FROM LBS MiF Admissions Blog: The LBS Out in Business Club |
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As co-presidents of the committee, we wanted to introduce to you the [b]Out in Business (OiB) Club[/b] at LBS. For over 25 years, OiB has pursued its mission: to inspire lasting positive change as LGBTQ+ business leaders and allies, helping members fulfil their career development goals to make the business world more inclusive. We welcome everyone, of all sexual orientations or gender identities, including allies who are an essential part of the conversation and our community. We engage LBS through three core pillars: [list][*][b]Community Building: [/b]With over 900 members, including engaged[b] [/b]alumni, OiB is one of the most active clubs on campus for both LGBTQ+ students and allies.[/*][*][b]Professional Growth: [/b]OiB partners with employers, from diverse[b] [/b]sectors, committed to the highest diversity and inclusion standards through targeted career events and opportunities to network. EUROUT – Europe’s largest LGBTQ+ student business conference – organised by OiB each year will take place between 17-19 November 2022 (mark your calendars!).[/*][*][b]Social[/b]: OiB hosts dozens of inclusion and social events across London, from monthly mixers to hosting the year’s biggest party, The Rainbow Party, at London’s iconic Heaven nightclub – taking place this year in early September.[/*][/list] We foster an inclusive environment that brings together LBS students, admits, alumni, staff, faculty, and professionals to consider the challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community and its intersection with business. Visit our website [url=https://clubs.london.edu/oib/home/][b]here[/b][/url] to learn more! We are so excited to meet you and welcome you to the OiB community! Best wishes, [img]https://admissionsblog.london.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Pride_Blog_June2022_thumb.jpg[/img] [b]Cameron Martin and Julia Hamilton[/b] Co-Presidents, Out in Business Club The post [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu/the-lbs-out-in-business-club/]The LBS Out in Business Club[/url] appeared first on [url=https://admissionsblog.london.edu]Student and Admissions Blog - London Business School[/url]. |
10 Jun 2022, 10:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: The Story of a New Girl in the City: From Pune, India to Paris and Berlin |
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by Sanika Muley 26 November 2020. I was anxiously checking my emails every 5 minutes because I was awaiting the admission result of the ESCP Master in Management. At 6.00 pm, I received an email: admitted! In a split second, I could see a whole new world of opportunities, adventures, and interesting challenges come alive before me. Ten months later I would be boarding my flight to Paris. Before that, there were tons of things that I had to do before moving to Europe. From finding accommodation, figuring out the finances for the course, going through the Visa process, to completing prerequisite courses, those 10 months felt like only a few moments. Chapter 1 : La vie Parisienne What was the first international destination that you visited? Pour Moi, it was Paris! Unfortunately, I missed the cinematic moment of getting a glimpse of the city from the airplane, thanks to the Parisian rains! Weather: that was my first lesson in the new city. I came to Paris a couple of weeks before the course started to give myself the chance to explore the city and immerse myself in the French culture. During these 2 weeks, I interacted with several students from ESCP, both seniors and peers. I was fascinated by the diverse skill sets and achievements that each of them brought with them. From meeting new people, exploring new places to dealing with administrative procedures, I was enjoying every aspect of this new chapter of my life. Finally, it was the day I was eagerly waiting for, the first day at the Paris Campus. Vibrant! Many students of diverse backgrounds sharing conversations filled the campus with life. The orientation day gave me a chance to introduce myself and get to know my peers better. This was such an important step since, after all, a few of them would be accompanying me on the master’s journey. As the semester began, I realised that there was a stark difference between the education system that I was accustomed to back in India and the one at ESCP. The entire cohort was divided into smaller groups of 30 students each and the classrooms were designed to promote collaboration between students. There was a lot of emphasis on learning through case studies and group projects. And the most interesting part: the project groups had students from different nationalities working together. Learning and working with different thought processes was an experience. My second lesson in the new city? Different cultures. If there is a part that I loved the most about my stint at the Paris campus, then it would be the post-class discussions with the professors and peers. Professors dining with students in the canteen is a rather common sight at the Paris campus! As the semester progressed, I found some amazing people who I could call my family, and the city my home. However, the time flew by quickly and the semester was almost over. It seemed that it was only a few days ago that I was seeing the sunset at 8 pm and now it was as early as 4.30! I wished time had stopped because there was still so much more yet to be discovered about the city, the language, the people, and the culture. But it was time for me to pack my bags again and begin the second chapter of my ESCP journey in Berlin. With a heavy heart and teary eyes, I bid a farewell to Paris – a city that I would call home away from home – and boarded the train to Berlin. Chapter 2: Falling in love with Berlin  Sanika in Berlin When I first came to Berlin, I had a meltdown. Everything here was so different from Paris! I just wanted to run back home yet I didn’t know where that was –Aurangabad? Pune? Paris? I was scared to start all over again in a new country, a new city. Making friends, finding the nearest grocery shops, learning student hacks, dealing with administration, and learning about the city – all of it… again! But then I realised that this was something that I had wished for. Exploring new cities, having new experiences, and growing as a person, the MiM course was all about this and more. I decided to hang in there. As the days passed, I caught the rhythm of this city, its people, and the language (a little bit, anyway). I took every opportunity to participate in business games, competitions, and activities and took guided tours of the city with Berlinsider by ESCP. The Designing Europe seminar in Brussels was an enriching experience for all of us that brought us a step closer to becoming global citizens. Challenging myself: lesson three. From the very beginning, I was focused on developing myself holistically. My friends Samyak Dutt Gupta and Naman Yadav inspired me to always test my knowledge, and one of the ways was to participate in the Global Case Competition at Harvard. Our team of five (the three of us along with Madeleine Pebrier and Mihir Naik), made it to the top 10 finalists among 150+ teams from all the leading business schools across the world. The three weeks of this competition were quite rigorous, as we had to prepare a thorough hypothesis for the problem statement. The challenge was especially unique as I had to juggle between semester coursework, interviews, projects, and the case. All of this helped me learn so many things beyond the classroom and enhance my time management skills. All wasn’t rosy as it seems, there were challenges especially when I was looking for a summer internship. I felt overwhelmed with the process and dejected by several rejections. However, I had immense support from my mentor, Remi Durand Gasselin, with whom I connected through the ESCP Alumni Association. He guided me through the process and motivated me throughout. The career coaches at ESCP also played an important role in helping me find the right direction and tailoring my CV and cover letter. Building a good support system was lesson four. Through these constant efforts and continuous support, I managed to get the internship of my choice. If I had to identify the single most important thing that I have learnt so far at ESCP, and will forever be grateful for, it is friends and network. Over the span of 10 months at ESCP, I made friends with so many people who became my pillars of strength. They bring value, different perspectives, and zeal to do better – not to mention bringing immense fun to this master’s experience. As I flip my page, yet again, before I start another chapter at ESCP, I can only be grateful for how rewarding the journey so far has been. I am eagerly looking forward to the next two steps in the journey: an internship at Mercedes Pay in Berlin, followed by an exchange semester!  Sanika Muley |
15 Jun 2022, 00:01
| FROM IESE MiM Blog: IESE MiM 22s in the Metaverse |
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The best way to really understand the benefits of the Metaverse is to experience it, right? That’s exactly what we did with the MiM Class of 2022. As chance would have it, talking about NFTs (Non Fungible Tokens), cryptocurrencies and the Metaverse was the main topic of the Fintech course closing session in June 2022.... Read More The post IESE MiM 22s in the Metaverse first appeared on The MiM Blog | IESE Business School. |
15 Jun 2022, 09:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: How to Land a Job in Tech – Advice from ESCP Alumni |
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Rapid worldwide adoption of technologies made digitalisation a top priority for most companies. As the companies rethink their processes, organisation and culture, they also seek talent who possess the right skillset to be at the forefront of digitalisation. Based on numerous industry reports, it is clear that employers seek candidates with not only solid understanding of how technologies work, as digital literacy is becoming a must, but also a number of soft skills essential for the future of work. These include a clear cognitive flexibility, ability to quickly adapt to change and conceptualise & solve multiple complex ideas, creative thinking skills and innovative & entrepreneurial mindset – all of which are essential to successfully operate in the contemporary job market. Attending a tech-focused business Master is the great answer to obtaining both those requirements – a solid technology understanding and the essential business and soft skill sets. In this article, we interviewed three of our ESCP alumni, all of whom have chosen to study a tech-related Master’s to build a successful career in the digital age. We asked them to reflect on how their ESCP Master has helped them in landing their jobs and to give one piece of advice to anyone considering a career in tech. Alois Thieffenat – Senior Consultant at EY Berlin Introduce yourself, what you have studied at ESCP and what do you currently do? My name is Alois Thieffenat, a 26-year-old French/German, currently living in Berlin. I am an alumnus of the Master of Science in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership. In my current role as Senior Consultant at Ernst & Young, I am advising large corporations on delivering digital transformations, concentrating on processes within finance & compliance. How did your ESCP Master prepare you for a career in Tech? On a daily basis, I translate business expectations into viable technology solutions. In that capacity, my Master’s provided the foundation for making the junction between the languages of business and IT / Tech. Beyond that, our teams strive to showcase, co-develop, and bring to market promising technologies, for instance, in the field of process automation. Looking back, I can see how the courses at ESCP gave our class the right toolbox to make a difference in shaping these technologies. What would be your main advice for anyone considering a similar career to yours? To anyone considering a career in Technology Consulting, I’d recommend reaching out to people in the field to understand the realities of the profession. Personally, I respond to every question from ESCP students on LinkedIn. I also believe that internships and working student positions are fantastic ways to get first-hand experience as a technology consultant and provide a significant competitive edge over other talents to land a full-time job.  Alois Thieffenat – MSc in Digital Transformation Management & Leadership Alumnus Aurane Dibeu – Solutions Consultant at Google Paris Introduce yourself, what you have studied at ESCP and what do you currently do? I am Aurane, I’m 23 years old and I started to work at Google as a Solutions Consultant after graduating from the MSc in Big Data & Business Analytics at ESCP. In my role, I provide technical implementation services, influence product strategy, develop scalable product tools and support international product launches. How did your ESCP Master prepare you for a career in Tech? Prior to ESCP, I studied political science and finance so the Big Data master helped me develop the necessary technical expertise in Python and SQL but more importantly helped me bridge the gap between technical knowledge and business applications. Indeed, we did many hackathons where companies would come to us with business problems and we had to use data science to solve them. It is now exactly what I am doing because I use my technical knowledge to improve Google’s products and help our clients by doing technical troubleshooting. What would be your main advice for anyone considering a similar career to yours? I would recommend developing a solid technical expertise by practicing on solving real problems but also to find a mentor that will have the distance and experience to give advice that will change your perspective and challenge you. I enrolled in the ESCP mentorship program and had the chance to have Morgane Peng – Director of Experience Design at Societe Generale – as a mentor and she helped me tremendously.  Aurane Dibeu – MSc in Big Data & Business Analytics Alumna Manish Chawla – Product Manager at Amazon Luxembourg Introduce yourself, what you have studied at ESCP and what do you currently do? I’m Manish Chawla, originally from North India and I studied the Master in Management (MiM) programme at ESCP. I graduated in 2019, with a double specialisation in Go-to-Market and Entrepreneurship – Technology and Digital Economy. Currently I am working as a Product Manager at Amazon. How did your ESCP Master prepare you for a career in Tech? A product manager sits between the developers and the customers and bridges the gap between these two very different sets of needs. Hence, a strong understanding of both tech and the business is a pre-requisite to be good at it. My ESCP master’s complimented my bachelor’s in engineering and my technical aptitude to prepare me well for the business side in tech, giving me the skills to translate ideas into scalable solutions. The general curriculum of the MiM introduced me to various aspects of business, ranging from Finance to Operations to Digital Transformation. The Go-To-Market specialisation at the Paris campus helped me better understand customer needs and how companies position their products in the marketing world. The entrepreneurship specialisation, in Europe’s tech hub, Berlin, and a trip to meet start-ups in the Silicon Valley, gave me the chance to interact with professionals and get to know first-hand their vision and their experiences thriving in complex & diverse organisations. What would be your main advice for anyone considering a similar career to yours? Technology is growing at an increasingly fast pace, as more and more companies are now leveraging tech to scale and get to their customers more efficiently. In such times, it might seem trivial, but one of the most important qualities is to break down complex ideas and problems into simple solutions. Today professionals need to take a step back from their day-to-day work and think about the big picture; to not focus solely on what needs to be done by tomorrow or next week, but to also understand the value of long-term solutions when making decisions. I’m glad that the MiM programme at ESCP, with the vast knowledge and experience of the faculty, enabled me to gain the business acumen to always learn and grow in my role and to adapt to the ever changing business world.  Manish Chawla – Master in Management Alumnus —- The rise of digitisation led to various changes in the job market, requiring an increased level of dynamism and flexibility from employees. As you can read from our alumni, all of their jobs require a good understanding of tech, but also strong transferable soft skills, which can make a critical difference in landing a top job. ESCP Business School and its range of Master programmes specifically targets soft skills development, as well as expertise in various business areas, including digital transformation & tech. Therefore, if you are seriously considering building a successful career in tech, we invite you to draw inspiration from Alois’s, Aurane’s and Manish’s stories and explore our range of Specialised Masters or Master in Management Specialisations. |
20 Jun 2022, 22:01
| FROM IESE MiM Blog: Reconnecting at the IESE MiM Alumni Day |
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It has been one year since Graduation Day for IESE MiM Classes of 20 and 21, but some things still feel very much the same. Meeting again at the IESE MiM Alumni Day on the Madrid campus in May was an unforgettable experience for many of them, with lots of warm hugs and new memories.... Read More The post Reconnecting at the IESE MiM Alumni Day first appeared on The MiM Blog | IESE Business School. |
26 Jun 2022, 21:01
| FROM IESE MiM Blog: Dear Incoming IESE MiM Class of 2023… |
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Our names are Konsti and Maria and we are the MiM Class President and Vice President of 2022! As class representatives, we are excited to officially welcome you to the IESE Community! This 11-month program will be challenging but extremely rewarding and fun, and we are sure it will be a transformative experience for you.... Read More The post Dear Incoming IESE MiM Class of 2023… first appeared on The MiM Blog | IESE Business School. |
15 Jul 2022, 11:01
| FROM ESCP MiM Students Blog: Launching Your Career Abroad: Can you get a job in France without speaking French? |
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France, as one of the most visited countries in the world, is a very attractive place to live a new experience – whether it’s for the short or long term. Moving to a new country is not easy. Indeed, not only is the language often different from your own, but the culture can be completely different as well. If you want to make the most of your stay, you should learn as much about the culture – and as much of the local language – as you can. This is especially true when it comes to looking for employment. As far as France is concerned, if you want to make the most of your stay, you have to know how to speak a decent level (B2) of French. ESCP Business School staff and masters students share their advice and experience on obtaining an internship or a full-fledged job in France. [b]Do I need to know basic French before arriving in France?[/b] As in any country, it is important to learn the basics of the language before arrival. First of all for your daily life: going to the supermarket, asking for advice in a bank, talking to your neighbours, etc. When she arrived in France from China, Yinchuan Qian had an unpleasant surprise. She explains, “I didn’t speak French at all because I thought Paris was a cosmopolitan city and not speaking French wouldn’t affect my life and studies. But, after a few days in the city, I found that the reality was slightly different, especially for my everyday life”. Even if you do not have the opportunity to learn French before your arrival, you can still do so during your stay. Is this realistic? “The answer is yes!” said Yinchuan. “It’s a wise choice to learn French in France because this would give me a good accent. All of my classmates have helped each other out and everyone has been a teacher. With me, they were really patient and willing to help at any time of the day or night. In the [url=https://escp.eu/programmes/specialised-masters-MScs/Msc-in-international-project-management]MSc in International Project Management[/url], we do not have language courses to choose from, so my advice will be to organise your schedule to take on-site language courses in Paris. As I can’t find a time slot suitable for one of those, I learned French following a free online course. This has worked for me, but I think that it would have been faster and easier to learn it in person.” Vikram Timiri, a [url=https://escp.eu/mim]Master in Management[/url] engineering graduate from India, added, “Once it was confirmed that I was going to France for my international business studies, I started studying French. I studied French for 2 months before coming to France. But to be honest, what I learned was very basic: like saying hello, thanks, and asking for help. I am not an expert for sure, but I actively put effort every day into learning and studying French. I love learning languages and French is undoubtedly a fascinating language.” #1 [b]Do I have to speak French in order to find a job there?[/b] Paris can be perceived as an international city where everyone speaks English. But as far as your career goes, it’s not that simple. Colin Kramer, Careers Advisor and Coach in the ESCP Paris campus has a few tips. “My advice would be for future students to start language courses before they arrive in the target country“. Speaking English is not always sufficient in a European country such as France; to increase their chances of finding a good position, acquiring professional proficiency in the language is always a good idea. If they are not proficient, students need to network and have Career conversations with people in their target companies, to find out which jobs/roles are international and be sure that English will be sufficient. Foreign students, besides learning the local language, need to read the press & listen to podcasts to learn more about what is happening in the industry of interest, and find out who the key players are.” #2 [b]How easy is it for students to get an interview?[/b] It is true that getting an interview is not an easy task for anyone, and that can go double for foreigners. Vikram explains, “It was hard. As an international student with no prior work experience and not being a francophone definitely made things more challenging. That’s when I contacted the[url=https://www.escp.eu/student-services#JobsCareers] ESCP Careers Center [/url]and asked for their guidance, which definitely helped me.” “From my experience, the probability of getting an interview is not the same for young and well-established companies.” replied Yinchuan. “The probability of getting into a small company if you don’t speak French is much lower than that of a well-established one, because the objective of small companies is to develop the local French market, which requires interns to be fluent in French and communicate with local target users. But for large companies, they have the expansion plan to develop overseas markets, which gives opportunities to other language speakers. So for me, It was really difficult to get an interview from small companies (less than 10 responses in over 100 applications), that’s why I changed the direction to find an internship in big companies (about 50% responses from local companies based on the position I applied for).” Getting an interview and landing an internship depends entirely on the person. In fact, students who are very active, and are sensitive to cultural differences have an easier time getting an interview with one or more companies. A student who is less motivated, less active and above all who does not respect the local social mores, even if he or she speaks the language, will have more difficulty in getting positive feedback. #3 [b]Will I be able to get along with my coworkers?[/b] Being able to get a job interview with a company for an internship is the first step, and landing it is the second. Now that you have arrived, will it be hard to feel like part of the team? Vikram was lucky to find his dream job in a French company with activities all over the world. “The company I work with is an international company with offices and factories in Asia, Europe, North America & South America. So naturally, English is the official language in the company, which worked in my favour with regard to team integration. But I do have some colleagues in my office who do not speak English, so I take that as an opportunity to practise and improve my French with them. And these colleagues are more than happy to help, which ultimately leads to good work relationships.” Andrea Clarke, an Australian native in the [url=https://escp.eu/programmes/executive-masters/Executive-Master-in-international-business]Executive Master in International Business[/url], had a different experience. She said, “A few years ago I worked at an international university in France. I was able to perform in my job and interact with my international (including French) colleagues perfectly well as our activity was entirely in English. But when it became a social setting, like at a coffee break, it was hard for me. My French colleagues preferred to speak their native language and I often could not keep up with them.” [b]#4: Should I ask for advice from the School or the Companies?[/b] In many circumstances, it is important to be well surrounded to receive and listen to advice. Here, we would like to share the feedback of these two students regarding the ESCP entourage. Yinchuan shared, “Everyone involved in my life, study and work, even my landlord, gave me the suggestion to learn French and the level should be ideally at least C1. Another reference for the potential non-French speaking students is that I still need to speak basic French in daily communication with colleagues although my position is English/Native language-required.” “I always feel my French is not good enough. Maybe it is human nature to not be satisfied. But interestingly during the last review with my manager, she was very impressed by my level of French (considering I have been in France for 1.5 years and I am learning on my own). I was able to complete a few tasks successfully where I had to speak only French (intermediate level). But personally, I still feel I have a long way to go and improve.” Paola Magnat, Head of [url=https://www.escp.eu/student-services]Student Affairs at ESCP Business School[/url], shares about her own personal experience, “As a foreigner arriving in France, it is important to follow some advice! First of all, the importance of knowing how to speak French cannot be taken lightly: you should learn to speak some French before arriving in the country. Knowing the basics of the language will help you integrate better, both socially and professionally. Once you arrive in France, you should reinforce your learning of the language by taking intensive courses. Indeed, you have to put all the chances on your side in order to be the most successful once you arrive in France. I am originally from Bolivia and have been living in France for 12 years now. Before arriving in the country, I learned to speak basic French in order to get by. I learned that as a foreigner in France, knowing the language of the country opens more doors in terms of career opportunities. Another piece of advice I can offer you would be to join a big company in France if you don’t know how to speak French. Many large French companies have English as their main language. This strategy would be more effective for students who do not speak the language.” – Moving abroad to study and then work is a daunting – yet utterly rewarding! – task. To maximise your chance of success, you need to be aware of cultural differences, which of course includes language. By speaking the language, it will be easier for you to use official websites, such as health insurance, to find out about all the steps and procedures to follow before arriving in the country. In addition, your daily life will be much easier: negotiating a lease, setting up a bank account and even choosing your favourite foods in the supermarket cannot always be done in English. For those who, like many ESCP graduates, launch or take their career to the next level in France after they’ve finished their degree, French proficiency is very important. Finding a job in France, like in any country not your own, can be difficult, but if you stay motivated, active and follow advice, you can achieve your goals. [img]https://i0.wp.com/blog.masters.escp.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/yinshuan.jpg?resize=188%2C188&ssl=1[/img] [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/yinchuan-qian-2a34761b1/]Yinchuan Qian[/url] – MSc International Project Management ALumna [img]https://i0.wp.com/blog.masters.escp.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Vikram.jpg?resize=189%2C189&ssl=1[/img] [url=https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikramtimiri/]Vikram Timiri[/url] – Master in MAnagement Alumnus |
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