IÉSEG School of Management vs Audencia Business School vs Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon - INSA vs Clermont School of Business vs Excelia Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 365 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Clermont School of Business (4.90)
IÉSEG School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
Audencia Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Institut National des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon - INSA: wins 0/7 categories
Clermont School of Business: wins 3/7 categories
Excelia Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 2/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 2/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Best programme: MSc in International Management & Business
Clermont-Ferrand, France
4.90
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54 reviews
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Best programme: Bachelor in International Management
La Rochelle, France
4.30
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25 reviews
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Best programme: Master of Science (MSc)
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.50
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13 reviews
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Category ratings
Facilities
4.09
3.85
Not rated
4.35
4.26
4.56
Win
3.92
Location
4.29
4.00
Not rated
4.39
4.29
4.78
4.92
Win
Professors
4.28
4.03
Not rated
4.48
4.12
4.67
Win
4.62
Internationality
4.55
4.29
Not rated
4.78
4.60
4.67
4.92
Win
Student life
4.25
3.93
Not rated
4.43
Win
4.37
4.00
4.15
Value
4.31
4.16
Not rated
4.48
Win
4.18
4.00
4.23
Accommodation
3.78
3.47
Not rated
4.15
Win
3.80
3.22
3.62
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Engaging and practical learning experiences
  • +Strong international community and global opportunities
  • +Supportive professors and active student associations
  • +Excellent professors, classes, and facilities.
  • +Diverse international student community and cultural immersion.
  • +Well-structured programs and ample opportunities for professional development and city exploration.
  • +Strong engineering focus and good teaching quality.
  • +Pleasant campus environment with ample green spaces and on-site dorms.
  • +Practical industry application and real-world expertise from professors.
  • +Diverse, international student community fostering multicultural experiences.
  • +Personalized academic journey with flexible course options.
  • +Supportive professors and practical, relevant coursework
  • +Strong international environment and diverse student community
  • +Numerous opportunities for personal growth and engagement
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network
  • +Culturally diverse environment and international campus access
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment with helpful instructors
  • +Opportunities for career advancement and independent learning
Cons
  • -Last-minute changes disrupt scheduling and planning.
  • -Perceived lack of effort to improve classroom experience.
  • -Concerns about course offerings and professor quality.
  • -Lack of practical training and outdated facilities.
  • -Unresponsive professors and poor management.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -Poor communication and a perceived lack of student support are recurring complaints.
  • -Poor quality of teaching and relevance to career preparation.
  • -Lack of substantial learning and qualified speakers.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment.
  • -Poor communication from staff and administration.
  • -Lack of adequate support and resources.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of career support and industry relevance leads to dissatisfaction.
  • -Lack of extracurriculars and limited opportunities for lower-year students.
  • -Poor campus environment and a perceived low academic standard.
Rating summary
What students say

This university receives high marks across most categories, particularly excelling in **Internationality** (4.55). **Location** (4.29), **Student Life** (4.25), and **Value** (4.31) also demonstrate considerable strengths. Conversely, **Accomodation** (3.78) stands out as the weakest area among the assessed aspects, while **Facilities** (4.09) received a solid, yet comparatively lower, rating.

Regarding its overall assessment, the institution performs best in **Internationality** (4.29) and **Value** (4.16). Professors also receive a high mark (4.03). The weakest area identified is **Accomodation** (3.47), though Facilities also scored relatively lower (3.85). Student Life and Location received solid ratings in the mid-range.

Across all surveyed categories, the university received ratings of zero, indicating no discernible strengths or weaknesses. This uniform scoring suggests a consistent lack of positive or negative attributes in areas such as facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and overall value. Consequently, no specific areas stand out as particularly high or low performing.

This university garners strong evaluations across multiple aspects. Its internationality stands out as a particular strength, receiving the highest rating. Student life and professors are also highly regarded. The weakest area identified is accommodation, which, while still rated positively, falls below the university's other strong categories.

The university demonstrates exceptional strength in **Internationality**, achieving a score of 4.6. Student Life also garners high marks, rating at 4.37. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the lowest-rated aspect, with a score of 3.8. Other areas, including Facilities, Professors, Location, and Value, all receive positive ratings, generally falling between 4.1 and 4.3.

This institution receives high marks for its Location, scoring 4.78, and for its Professors and Internationality, both at 4.67. Facilities also rate well at 4.56. Student Life and Value are both solid at 4.00. The weakest area is Accomodation, which received a rating of 3.22.

With a strong emphasis on location and internationality, this university also scores very well for its professors and student life. Value for money is also a positive aspect. The weakest areas, while still respectable, are its facilities and accommodation.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.38/5 average, ~99% of reviews are positive, praising interesting classes, international experiences, and practical preparation for work. A minimal 0.8% of feedback is negative, citing some course content and last-minute changes.

With an average rating of 4.19/5, roughly 94% of reviews are positive, highlighting excellent classes, professors, and facilities. One negative review expressed disappointment with a lack of practical training and professor engagement.

With an average rating of 4/5, this university is praised for its technical programs and spacious campus with green areas and on-site dorms. ~0% of feedback indicates minor areas for improvement.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (around 98%), with an average rating of 4.68/5. Students praise the high-quality teaching, professors' real-world expertise, and the diverse, international student community. One negative review cited a lack of job-ready skills and unqualified speakers.

With a 4.36 average rating from 25 reviews, ~100% are positive. Students highlight engaging courses, supportive teachers, and a strong international environment. Some administrative processes could be improved.

All 9 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students highlight exceptional teaching quality and knowledgeable instructors, along with impeccable facilities. The curriculum and emphasis on precision are frequently praised.

With a 4.54/5 average rating, nearly all students praise Schiller for its culturally rich environment and global opportunities. A small portion of feedback (~7.7%) suggests the university may be better suited for those seeking a less demanding academic path.

Rating distribution
5★
49%
31%
0%
76%
36%
67%
69%
4★
44%
63%
100%
24%
64%
33%
23%
3★
9%
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
6%
0%
2%
0%
0%
8%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
A formative and enriching experience

IÉSEG offers interactive teaching and international opportunities. I had the chance to go on an exchange to another country, which opened up new perspectives for me. The courses in Lille are stimulating, and the professors are very involved in our success.

Focus on multicultural business management

I have been quite satisfied by the quality of teaching at Audencia. The lecturers and professors are knowledgeable and place an emphasis on professionalism and leveraging culture in business dealings.

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"An International and Engaging Learning Experience

As a student, I’ve been impressed by the professionalism and expertise of the professors, who bring real-world experience into the classroom, making learning both relevant and practical. The student body is equally diverse, with classmates from all over the world, which creates a rich, multicultural environment that enhances the overall experience. The administration also supports this international mix, ensuring that students from different countries feel welcomed and well-supported throughout their studies.

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Student in 2013

I really enjoyed my time at LCB! I've found that my skills when I entered the work force were much higher than others. I think though there was a big portion missing in recipe development and composition. True- we did learn it through memorizing the recipes, but we really were missing classes on how different ingredients affect the final textures.. how you can change them... etc. That I still am not an expert in .. and I create recipes! Ouf! Also, I don't know if you still do a month of sugar work... but that really wasn't necessary and should be either cut or minimized to just 2 lessons. It's such a niche skill to know that I would have really preferred more technical skills. I loved the old location. The "rumors" I'm getting about the new location are that it's not as good, unfortunately - that i's become more of a money focused/marketing machine. I really hope that this image can be fixed as I love LCB and enjoyed my time there! Oh also - there should be more help for students to get jobs and featuring old students accomplishments - from cookbook launches to new bakeries so that current and old students can support them.

The cultural mix and the great atmosphere.

I loved being at Schiller in Heidelberg. The setting and the city were very serene and the exposure to all those students and teachers from such different and diverse backgrounds was a great learning experience. Additionally, the ease of accessing the Schiller campuses in the other countries was a great additional bonus to studying at Schiller. I would most definitely recommend Schiller to other students who are looking for a very culturally fulfilling experience.

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