Université de Bourgogne - UB vs emlyon business school vs Burgundy School of Business vs School of Wine & Spirits Business vs ESSCA School of Management

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Schiller International University (4.60)
Université de Bourgogne - UB: wins 0/7 categories
emlyon business school: wins 4/7 categories
Burgundy School of Business: wins 0/7 categories
School of Wine & Spirits Business: wins 0/7 categories
ESSCA School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 3/7 categories
CESI: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Computer Science
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Best programme: Banking
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.60
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Aix en Provence, France
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.15
Win
3.63
Not rated
3.74
3.92
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Location
3.70
4.60
4.44
Not rated
4.16
4.93
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Professors
3.97
4.06
4.22
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3.85
4.64
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Internationality
4.06
4.60
3.78
Not rated
3.89
4.93
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Not rated
Student life
4.09
4.25
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4.22
Not rated
4.12
4.15
Not rated
Value
4.00
4.43
Win
3.78
Not rated
3.70
4.29
Not rated
Accommodation
3.84
3.94
Win
3.56
Not rated
3.37
3.62
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Dedicated and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Practical skill development and personal growth
  • +Welcoming and inspiring campus environment
  • +Practical and international programs with diverse students
  • +Valuable professional experience through internships and work-study
  • +Supportive environment for personal and professional development
  • +Experienced and approachable instructors
  • +Practical, relevant curriculum
  • +Supportive environment and good location

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  • +High-quality education with specialized pathways and practical application
  • +Supportive community and vibrant campus life with numerous activities
  • +Strong industry connections and opportunities for real-world experience
  • +Diverse student and educator backgrounds
  • +Opportunities for personal and career growth
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources are a common complaint.
  • -Course content and teaching quality are frequently criticized.
  • -Lack of practical value and shallow content in courses.
  • -Unfair and frustrating grading, especially for group projects.
  • -Disappointing professor engagement and program support.
  • -Administrative and management issues hinder program quality.
  • -Program value is not commensurate with the high tuition fees.

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  • -Poor quality of teaching and irrelevant course content.
  • -Significant organizational and administrative problems.
  • -High cost with little perceived value.
  • -Limited extracurriculars and career opportunities.
  • -Poor quality of facilities and overall environment.
  • -Lack of academic rigor and student engagement.

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Rating summary
What students say

Performance shows a very strong showing in Student Life and Internationality, both scoring over 4.0. Facilities and Value also received high marks, hitting a 4.0 average. The university's weakest area is Professors, with a rating just under 4.0.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strength in its internationality and location, both scoring above 4.5. Student life and value also received positive marks, exceeding 4.2 and 4.4 respectively. However, accommodation presents as the weakest area, with the lowest rating of approximately 3.94. Facilities and professors also received solid, though slightly lower, scores in comparison.

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in several key areas, with location receiving the highest marks at 4.44. Professors and student life also scored very well, both at 4.22. Conversely, accommodation and facilities represent the weakest aspects, with scores of 3.56 and 3.63 respectively. The university shows a moderate performance in internationality and value.

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Overall, this institution receives a balanced set of ratings. Its strongest areas are **Location** (4.16) and **Student Life** (4.11), indicating positive student experiences in these regards. **Accomodation**, however, presents the weakest point at 3.37. Ratings for Facilities, Professors, and Internationality fall within a mid-to-high range, suggesting generally satisfactory performance across these aspects.

The university exhibits exceptional strengths in its location and internationality, both scoring a near-perfect 4.93. Professors also receive high marks at 4.64, complemented by strong student life (4.15) and value (4.29). The weakest areas are facilities, rated at 3.92, and accommodation, which received a 3.62.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With ~100% positive feedback from 34 reviews and an average rating of 4.03/5, students highlight respected faculty, practical programs, and an inclusive campus culture. No negative reviews were provided.

The vast majority of university students have a positive experience, highlighting academic rigor, practical learning, and international environments. A small fraction of reviews mention disappointment with course content and grading.

The majority of reviews (~89%) are positive, highlighting knowledgeable professors, practical courses, and a supportive environment. A small amount of negative feedback (~11%) exists, with one reviewer feeling the cost was not justified.

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Around 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting good knowledge transfer, practical experience, and vibrant campus life. Just ~7.4% of feedback is negative, citing unprepared professors and organizational issues.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with 13 out of 14 (93%) giving high ratings. Students praise the diverse educators and peer networks, cultural exposure, and opportunities for personal and academic growth. A small percentage of feedback (around 7%) mentions a lack of extracurricular activities and internship availability for earlier years.

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Rating distribution
5★
18%
60%
33%
0%
30%
71%
0%
4★
68%
28%
33%
0%
44%
21%
0%
3★
15%
9%
22%
0%
19%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
4%
7%
0%
1★
0%
2%
11%
0%
4%
0%
0%
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Just a big NO-NO

As an international student attending the MBA WINE AND SPIRITS BUSINESS program and spending 32 thousand euros (besides the need of quitting my job, move, find an accommodation and change lifestyle) I would say that the school is worth less then half of what it costs. The only good aspects of it are the big students’ communities, the commitment of the international office and the quality of some teachers who cannot really give their best because they’re hampered by the strict organisation of the school programs. Administration, services and the overall school organisation are really below expectations and the educational level is just average despite the cost and the “reputation”. Everyone (classmates, other international students and french ones from all courses and years) complained about the fact that “the school used to be a good one, but now is just bad”!

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Well-rounded programme

Overall, I had a positive experience at ESSCA. The programme is well organized and provides a solid foundation in business and management. The courses were generally of good quality and covered a broad range of topics, helping students develop both academic knowledge and practical skills. One of the aspects I appreciated most was the international exchange during the third year. ESSCA has a good network of partner universities, and the opportunity to study abroad was a valuable part of the programme. Student life is also a real strength of the school. The associative environment is active and offers many opportunities to get involved outside the classroom, meet new people, and gain additional experience. Like any programme, some courses were more engaging than others, but overall I found the experience enriching and would recommend it to students looking for a business school with a strong international dimension and a good balance between academics and extracurricular activities.

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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