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Business in France (Semester Study)

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Program Overview

Broaden your knowledge of business and entrepreneurship through Business in France, a study abroad program developed in conjunction with the Carlson School of Management.

Based at the University of Montpellier, this program involves English-taught business courses alongside French and other American students. It also comes with a French language course to help you adapt better to life in the city.

Living and studying in Montpellier for a semester allows you to enjoy the offerings of a fast-growing city. As an emerging cultural center with easy access to the Mediterranean, countless activities are in store. It's the ideal place for an introduction to French language and culture. You also have plenty of opportunities to socialize with like-minded young people since Montpellier is home to around 100,000 university students.

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Program Highlights

Participate in numerous day-long excursions, introducing you to the unique character of southern France.
Familiarize yourself with Montpellier’s culture and meet French students through organized activities.
Study in a lively city with centuries-old history of intellectual advances and social tolerance.
Develop networking skills and contacts through interaction with faculty and peers.
Gain French, European, and international perspectives on business.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Academic Credit

Program Details

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Locations

  • Montpellier, France

Fields & Subjects

  • French
  • Psychology
  • International Business
  • Business

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • University 5th Year or More
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-35

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