FAQ | École de Management Appliqué (EMA)

Frequently asked questions

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Founded in Paris in 2004 under the name EIPDCE (École Internationale Privée de Droit Comparé et d'Économie), EMA is a private higher education institution located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris. It is part of an international network of schools and companies established in 16 countries.

EMA offers three degree programmes: the BTS Commerce International (2 years), the Bachelor in Applied Management and Economics (3 years) and the MBA Sustainable Leadership (2 years). In summer, our Sustainable Academy offers short programmes from 2 to 12 weeks.

The BTS Commerce International is a State-recognised national diploma at Bac+2 level, registered with the RNCP (no. 41759). The Bachelor and the MBA are EMA diplomas, with 180 and 120 ECTS equivalent credits respectively.

The Bachelor and the MBA are taught in English. The BTS is taught in French. Bachelor students also take French as a foreign language classes with our partner, the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS).

EMA is a human-scale school: classes are limited to 20 students, so that every student receives personal attention and close support from our team.

ADMISSIONS

Choose your programme, contact our team, submit your application form and documents, then complete a motivation interview. Our admissions team reviews your profile and sends you its decision.

BTS: a Baccalaureate from any stream (or en equivalence from ENIC NARIC for foreign diplomas) and a B2 level in French. Bachelor: a high school diploma or equivalent and a B2 level in English. MBA: a Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) or equivalent, at least 2 years of professional experience and a B2 level in English.

The Bachelor and the MBA start in September and February. The BTS starts in September. If you need a visa, we recommend applying as early as possible, ideally 6 to 8 months before your intake.

FEES AND FUNDING

BTS Commerce International: €6,500 per year. Bachelor: €9,000 per year. MBA: €10,000 per year.

Yes, we can organize a payment plan for no added fees. A deposit of 30% of the fees is required to receive your Letter of Acceptance.

Yes, please consult the programme pages for additional information or get in touch with our team!

Refund conditions for visa refusal reasons are highlighted in our T&Cs.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Yes. A dedicated team supports international students throughout their visa application and provides all the official admission and enrolment documents they need. Please note that visa decisions are made solely by the French authorities, and EMA cannot guarantee their outcome.

International students holding a student residence permit may work part-time alongside their studies, within the limit set by French law. For up-to-date rules, please check the official French government websites.

EMA does not provide accommodation, but our team offers practical advice to help you in your search.

STUDIES AND CAREERS

Yes, internships are mandatory. BTS: 14 weeks, including 4 weeks abroad in a non-French-speaking country. Bachelor: 8 weeks (4 in Year 1 and 4 in Year 2). MBA: 4 weeks in Year 1.

From day one, students take part in career workshops on CVs, cover letters and job search strategies. They also have access to our internal job board Career OS and to opportunities from our partner companies.

EMA is committed to the inclusion of students with disabilities. We encourage students to contact us as early as possible at accessibility@ema.education, so that we can organise personalised support and, if necessary, refer them to specialised contacts outside the school.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Our campus is located at 98 rue Didot, 75014 Paris. It is easily reachable by metro (Porte de Vanves or Alésia), by tram (Didot) and by Vélib (Didot station).

Our team is happy to answer your questions by phone at +33 (0)1 75 43 95 15 or by email at contact@ema.education, Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 6 pm.