Yes. Bridge Term spans 12 weeks. It is designed as a full summer term, with language classes in the morning and EMA seminars in the afternoon.
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Bridge Term + French
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Location:
EMA + CCFS campus + off campus visits possible
Duration:
12 weeks
Credits (reference)
40 ECTS equivalent · 22 US
credits equivalent
Visa required:
Yes
Price:
€ 4,800
Programme Overview
Bridge Term is EMA’s 12-week programme for learners who want continuity and a full academic experience over the summer. Morning classes are dedicated to language development, followed by our global sustainability seminars in the afternoon. Over the 12 weeks, you complete six consecutive seminars. Each seminar focuses on one topic, and together they form a structured progression designed to sustain momentum.
This programme is intensive with 300 hours of study (264 in-person + 36 online). This includes the language classes and final exam. Passing students are awarded a certificate of level. Credit equivalents are provided for reference (40 ECTS equivalent / 22 US credits equivalent).
All information relating to the programmes is available on the website.
Who it's built for
Designed for diverse learners at different stages of their academic journey
Graduates
Seeking a structured term before postgraduate study
English speakers
Preparing to study abroad in an English-speaking setting
Professionals
Returning to study after time in the workplace
Programme Details
Bridge Term + French
Intake: 1st June
Hours: 300 (264 in person + 36 online)
Price: € 4,800
Exam: Final exam
Credits (reference): 40 ECTS equivalent · 22 US credits equivalent
Locations: CCFS Campus in the morning / EMA campus in the afternoon
Certification: Certificate of level (CCFS) + Certificate of Completion (EMA)
Language classes designed to support progression to the next level.
Seminar topics
Finance for Entrepreneurs
Start: 1st JuneA focused seminar on the financial logic behind entrepreneurial decisions. Build the vocabulary and frameworks to read numbers, assess trade-offs and discuss finance with confidence.
Global Management Strategy
Start: 15th JuneLearn core strategy frameworks used in global organisations. Strengthen structured thinking and the ability to communicate clear strategic recommendations.
Global Sustainability: Foundations
Start: 1st JulyBuild the shared language of sustainability, from core concepts to the SDGs. Learn to map global challenges, stakeholders and trade-offs in a rigorous way.
Global Sustainability: Solutions and Strategy
Start: 20th JulyMove from sustainability frameworks to decision tools and solution pathways. Explore how organisations translate sustainability into strategy, choices and action.
ESG, Ethics and Corporate Governance
Start: 3rd AugustUnderstand how responsibility becomes governance: ESG logic, ethics, accountability and decision-making under scrutiny. A practical lens for anyone navigating modern organisations.
Global Business Law and Cross-Border Deals
Start: 17th AugustA clear introduction to the legal backbone of international business. Learn key concepts behind contracts, deal terms and cross-border risk, useful for global work contexts.
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What happens next
Three simple steps to get started with your summer programme
1
Submit your requestFill out the form with your details and preferred contact method. Takes less than two minutes.
2
Connect with an advisorOur consultant will reach out within 24-48 hours to discuss your goals and answer your questions.
3
Choose your pathDecide on the right format with expert guidance, then complete your enrolment.
What happens next
Three simple steps to get started with your summer programme
1
Submit your requestFill out the form with your details and preferred contact method. Takes less than two minutes.
2
Connect with an advisorOur consultant will reach out within 24-48 hours to discuss your goals and answer your questions.
3
Choose your pathDecide on the right format with expert guidance, then complete your enrolment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the Bridge Term
Is Bridge Term a full-term commitment?
Which programmes are shorter than a term?
If you are looking for a format shorter than the 12-week Bridge Term, you can choose Discovery (2 weeks, one seminar), Intensive (4 weeks, two seminars), or August Launch (4 weeks, August intake).
Bridge Term includes a final exam. You will also be assessed throughout the term in line with the programme’s learning activities. Full assessment details are provided in the programme information. Other programmes are assessed on an ongoing basis, throughout the sessions.
What certificates do I receive?
For all programmes, you will receive an EMA Certificate of completion. You receive a certificate of completion or level from the language partner (CCFS for French) depending on the length of your programme. You will receive a UNITAR Certificate if you enrol and complete the Bridge Term.
Classes are delivered across partner campus (CCFS in the 17th arrondissement) and EMA campus (14th arrondissement). The trip between the two is a short metro ride.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and individual situation, so please check the rules that apply to you and speak with our admissions team if you need help understanding the enrolment pathway. Our summer programmes do not run for more than 12 weeks and for a lot of countries, they can be completed within a tourist visa length.
Can you help me choose French vs English option?
If you plan to spend time in France soon (working or studying or else), we strongly recommend that you choose the French option to develop your French language skills. Even if you are studying or working full time in English, French is still the main language used across France. If you are coming only for the summer and need to upgrade your English level for future projects, please join our English classes.
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