emlyon business school

  • France
  • Lyon
  • Paris
English
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At a glance

2000

Starting year

47

Participants

Last edition's data

9

Nationalities

Last edition's data

2.8k€

Program tuition

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Available courses

English-taught

Session 1: June 15 to 26, 2026, two modules in Lyon

  • Module 1: Entrepreneurship & Start-Up Culture: The French Tech Way
  • Module 2: AI, Data & Future of Business

Session 2: June 29 to July 10, 2026, two modules in Lyon and one in Paris

  • Module 3: HealthTech & Bio-Innovation in Lyon’s Life Sciences Valley
  • Module 4: Business of Gastronomy, Wine & Hospitality
  • Module 5: Luxury, Fashion & Sustainable Business in France (Paris)

You have the opportunity to choose one module during Session 1 (June 15–26) and another during Session 2 (June 29–July 10), tailoring your learning experience to your interests.

About

Immerse yourself in an international experience, Learn and explore French culture by joining our Summer School programs.

For senior undergraduate (year 4) and graduate students (Master/MSc) who want to explore entrepreneurship & innovation, AI, data & future of business, healthtech & bio-innovation, gastronomy, wine & hospitality and luxury, fashion & sustainable business

Rankings and accreditations

1%

Ranked among ~1 % of business schools globally with triple accreditation

12th

Master in Management ranked 12th worldwide by Financial Times

Top 45

Ranked in world’s top 45 for employability of graduates by THE

Academic calendar

Session 1

June 15

June 26
Credit load: 6 ECTS

⚠️ Application deadline:

April 1

Session 2

June 29

July 10
Credit load: 6 ECTS

⚠️ Application deadline:

April 1

Prerequisites

English 🇬🇧

A B2 English level is required. Accepted certificates include:

  • TOEFL
  • IELTS
  • Duolingo
  • Cambridge
  • TOEIC
  • Current enrollment in an English-taught university program
  • Home university certificate

Other prerequisites

Being enrolled in a master level program or a 4-year bachelor program

  • Transcript or provisional transcript
  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • Equivalent to B2 English level

Exchange students nominated by emlyon business school partner institutions for the Summer School, please refer to your home institution directly for the application process.

Expense breakdown

Program tuition

This is what the university will ask you for in tuition. We don't add any markup or agency fees

2,800 - 5,100 EUR

Living expenses

An estimation of what your living expenses could be. You can go cheaper or more expensive, depending on your lifestyle

1,300 EUR

Estimated program cost

4,100 - 6,400 EUR

Financial support available

Candidates are eligible to a special early-bird fee if they apply by March 1st, 10% discount will be granted. 3 or more students enrolled in the program from the same institution will also benefit from a 15% discount.

Lifestyle

Life in

Lyon/Paris

Accommodation

It is not easy to find accommodation, especially in large French cities, so make sure to start your search as soon as possible. You will find more information on the different type of housing in Lyon and Paris. With our partner Studapart access hundreds of exclusive offers: studios, flatshares, homestays… and benefit from personalized support throughout your rent!

Social and extracurricular activities

We are convinced that companies and school must work hand in hand to face major economic and societal disruptions and together provide new answers to the world’s challenges.

Thanks to our large network of corporate partners, company visits are also planned.
These visits, designed to provide participants with a first hand look at “real world” business contexts in France are fully integrated into the Summer School’ program.

Climate

Summer School

June 15

July 10
🌡️ 16°C to 30°C

Warm to hot summer conditions with plenty of sunshine. Days can feel hot, especially in Paris, while evenings remain comfortable. Occasional short thunderstorms may occur.

Campus location

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Student experiences

emlyon offers a wide range of engaging courses and a vibrant student community. I loved the mix of academics, parties, and weekend trips with other internationals. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience in one of France’s most beautiful cities.

Hendrik

Studying at emlyon business school was the perfect mix of high-quality education and French lifestyle. The professors were inspiring, and the international atmosphere made it easy to connect with people from all over the world. Lyon is simply unforgettable.

Bernadette Schmid