

SKEMA Business School is a private Higher Education institution, which is classified as non-profit. It was founded in 2009 when the Ecole Supérieure de Commerce, Lille and CERAM Business School, Sophia Antipolis merged together. SKEMA is approved by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research as an EESPNG (Private Establishment for Higher Education declared to be of public usefulness). It also holds a place among the 1% of business schools around the world to have 3 international accreditations, EQUIS, AACSB and EFMD EMBA Accredited, which form the so-called Triple Crown. SKEMA is a multi-campus business school and its sites are located in 7 different countries.
SKEMA offers more than 70 programmes, including BBAs, Master in Management, Masters’ of Science, Specialized Masters®, Doctoral Programmes, Executive Education, Global Executive MBA and Summer Schools. Programmes offered at the School are taught in English and/or French and prepare students for today’s global economy. SKEMA also provides students with the opportunity to undertake interdisciplinary programmes, such as technology management.
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SKEMA Business School has three campuses in France – in Paris, Lille and Sophia Antipolis near Nice, and campuses in the USA (Raleigh, North Carolina), Brazil (Belo Horizonte), UAE (Dubai) and China (Suzhou and Nanjing).
SKEMA Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Such accreditation attests to the high academic standards of the institution, its faculty and the quality of its programmes.
SKEMA Business School has good rating according to student reviews on EDUopinions.
SKEMA Business School aims to establish campuses on all five continents. Its main goal is to implement an international strategy to educate management leaders in the economy.
Studying at SKEMA’s SA campus was amazing! Loved collaborating with French & South Africans on practical, insightful projects. Applying our global perspectives to solve real problems was incredibly fun & eye-opening!
The campus is also situated in the centre of the town & it’s very student centric. I think as an international student, integrating with local students is very easy! (& they are welcoming too)
As a student in the MSc in Marketing Data and E-Commerce at SKEMA Business School, I see this programme as a great opportunity to develop my skills in digital marketing, data analysis, customer relationship management, and e-commerce.
What I appreciate most is the programme’s focus on practical skills and the connection between marketing theory and real-world business challenges. I believe this experience will help me strengthen my strategic thinking, creativity, and commercial skills while preparing me for a career in digital marketing and business development.
Studying in an international environment is also a valuable opportunity to discover new perspectives, meet people from different backgrounds, and develop both personally and professionally.
View moreSKEMA totally deserves its reputation as one of the best french business schools. It offers an international environment and a wide range of academic programmes suited to different career goals. The courses provide valuable business knowledge with passionate teachers and the international dimension is a real advantage for students looking to build a strong network. The highlight is definitely the exchange year with campuses on 5 continents to chose from as well as multiple partner universities. It is a great choice for students that want a top formation in business.
View moreA demanding programme compared to my previous schools, but in the best way. It pushes you to grow into a manager and opens many international doors. Be prepared for around 40% of courses taught in English the rest is in French. The courses are professional and very hands-on, and an alternance is a must to get the most out of it.
View moreThe 4×4 program at SKEMA has been an incredible experience for me. I had the opportunity to study in Sophia Antipolis in France, Belo Horizonte in Brazil, Barcelona in Spain, and now Raleigh in the United States. Living in so many different countries and cultures has really opened my mind, helped me learn new languages, and taught me much more than I could have learned by staying in one place. I’m really grateful for this opportunity.
View moreMy experience at SKEMA Business School has been very valuable, especially as I transitioned from a Mechanical Engineering background into International Business and now focus on Supply Chain Management. The international environment, diverse student community, and supportive professors helped me develop both academically and professionally. One of the highlights was the opportunity to become a Teaching Assistant alongside my studies, which strengthened my communication, leadership, and organizational skills while allowing me to support other students.
View moreI would highly recommend SKEMA Business School to students. The course curricula here is very comprehensive, giving an in-depth understanding of the business environment even to those students who are new to the field. Also, you can tailor your courses as you want and study in different campuses such as the ones in Paris, Lille, Sophia Antipolis, Suzhou, Raleigh, Stellenbosch, and likewise. The school has triple accreditation and ranks really well for several of its programs. For students who plan to study in France, I would really really this school to them for a truly international experience.
View moreThe university is amazing, there we have the opportunity and space for personal and professional growth, connecting the theory and the business world. Besides being a wonderful place and excellent for making meaningful connections.
View moreGreat school generating lots of opportunities. We can learn from teachers coming from both academical and professional background depending on the subject and explore vast choice of specialisations to build the begging of our career. Student life is also great with many clubs in every campus, and the ability to find both and helping hand and people to have fun with. The overall experience is great, the school have also have a platform for students to easily find places to live in close to the campuses; for apprenticeship programs, the school also helps concretely to find a company by sending dedicated offers and providing support for resume and application.
View moreThis is a modern and industry-oriented programme that maintains strong links with industry partners. Most of the courses are highly practical and provide skills that can be directly applied in the workplace.The overall teaching quality is excellent, and the lecturers bring valuable professional knowledge and real-world perspectives to the classroom. One of the programme’s greatest strengths is its strong collaboration with companies, offering students valuable opportunities to gain hands-on experience and develop their professional network.The student community is supportive and professional. While the programme could benefit from even greater diversity in its student intake, my classmates were motivated, ambitious, and very friendly, creating a positive learning environment.I would highly recommend this programme, especially to students who are interested in apprenticeships and gaining practical industry experience alongside their studies.
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Is SKEMA a good option for Bachelors? I speak a bit of French but not fluent