Academic Focus
This program is intended for the student interested in learning international business and communication skills. With over 120 international businesses located in Sophia Antipolis, you will be surrounded by thousands of business people who have come to the area to put the skills you are learning into practice. With 78 nationalities represented, Sophia Antipolis is sometimes called “the most international spot” in all of France. Study basic business skills such as accounting and finance or take more specialized courses such as international management and negotiation. You may also choose to supplement your studies with courses in engineering, science and technology, as well as general education courses such as humanities, social and political sciences. All courses are offered in English. While not required, students are encouraged to study French language, offered at all levels, as well as French culture and society.
All students will choose 2 business or communication courses from the available list. You will also choose 2 or 3 additional electives according to your interests and needs. If you wish, you can also take advantage of the surrounding area by adding a 1 credit sports courses such as basketball, sailing or hiking. These intramural sports courses are a great way to meet French and other international students.
Most courses meet for 45 contact hours and are generally worth 3 credits in the US semester system. Some courses meet for 60 contact hours and are worth 4 credits. Typically, students earn between 12 and 16 credits per semester for this program. It is up to the discretion of your academic advisor how much credit will be awarded. You may choose to add an additional 3 credit course for a supplemental fee. Please contact CEA for details.
Special note: Spring semester students will also have the unique opportunity to apply for an internship at the Cannes Film Festival once the semester is underway. This ultimate resume-building internship at one of the largest media events in the world is held for 12 days during the middle of May. While the internship is not for credit and is not associated with CERAM-EAI, it may be a great complement to one’s studies in France.
Schedule Summary
Courses meet Monday through Friday and class times vary. A student’s individual schedule will not be determined until registration is finalized onsite.
Course Registration
You will be asked to complete your course selection, including alternate selections, prior to your departure for France. You must meet all pre-requisites required by your chosen courses. Final course registration will take place onsite. With regard to language classes, students will take a placement exam upon arrival to confirm their language level. You will be placed in a language class with other students of your own language level. In order to ensure that you receive credit for your courses, it is in your best interest to have your courses, as well as alternates, approved by your academic advisor prior to departure.
