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Preparing for the new academic year

Get ready for your start at ESSCA: find all the information you need here to begin the year!

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Joining a Business School like ESSCA is an exciting journey!

We take great pride in providing a warm welcome and facilitating a smooth integration process for all our students.

ESSCA benefits from a strong presence with 6 campuses across France (Aix-en-Provence, Angers, Bordeaux, Lyon, Paris, Strasbourg) and international campuses in Budapest, Luxembourg, Malaga and Shanghai). No matter where you study, you will be part of the unified ESSCA community.

Our campuses are designed on a human scale, fostering a close-knit and supportive environment. This allows you to quickly acclimate and feel at home as you embark on this exciting academic journey.

Grande École programme
First Year – A Supportive Start 

  • Welcome Day: Monday, 31 August 2026
    Welcome Address by Jean CHARROIN, Dean of ESSCA, and General Introduction to help you begin the year well.
  • Welcome Week: 1 to 4 September (in France)
    During this week, you will take part in solidarity projects, aiming to build sustainable facilities that improve daily life.
  • The detailed programme and schedule will be sent to you by email.
Start of the school year

Bachelor in International Management
First Year – Creativity and Team Spirit

  • Welcome Day: Monday, 31 August 2026
    You will be welcomed with a short speech, a free lunch, and some fun sports activities.
  • Welcome Week (in France)
    During this week, you will take part in solidarity projects, aiming to build sustainable facilities that improve daily life.
  • The detailed programme and schedule will be sent to you by email.
Start of the school year

MSc – Master of Science

  • Welcome day and start of Classes: Monday, 14 September 2026
    On this welcome day, you will learn about the school and life on campus. We will share useful tips, especially for international students.
    You will hear about the various MSc programmes, attend a talk with professionals, and enjoy a relaxed moment with the ESSCA team and alumni. It’s a great time to ask questions and meet new people.

Practical Information