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

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: emlyon business school (4.50)
Université de Bourgogne - UB: wins 0/6 categories
emlyon business school: wins 5/6 categories
Burgundy School of Business: wins 1/6 categories
Excelia Business School: wins 0/6 categories
School of Wine & Spirits Business: wins 0/6 categories
ESSCA School of Management: wins 0/6 categories
CESI: wins 0/6 categories
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Best programme: Computer Science
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Best programme: Banking
La Rochelle, France
4.10
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Best programme: Master of Science (MSc)
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Aix en Provence, France
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.15
Win
3.63
3.97
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3.73
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Location
3.70
4.60
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4.44
4.27
Not rated
4.14
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Professors
3.97
4.06
4.22
Win
3.93
Not rated
3.90
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Internationality
4.06
4.60
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3.78
4.30
Not rated
3.87
Not rated
Student life
4.09
4.25
4.22
4.25
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4.07
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Value
4.00
4.43
Win
3.78
3.93
Not rated
3.70
Not rated
Accommodation
3.84
3.94
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3.56
3.59
Not rated
3.37
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
  • +Diverse, multicultural environment and global opportunities
  • +High-quality teaching and practical, well-structured curriculum
  • +Strong alumni network and enriching student experience

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  • +Strong marketing & business programs
  • +Excellent student support & community
  • +Diverse academic pathways & practical experience

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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.
  • -Superficial course content and lack of practical value were disappointing.
  • -The program's focus did not align with student expectations or career goals.
  • -High tuition costs were not justified by the perceived quality of education and career support.

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  • -Unprepared and unhelpful professors with poor communication.
  • -Irrelevant and outdated courses with a lack of student engagement.
  • -Significant administrative and organizational issues.

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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.

Internationality, Location, and Student Life emerge as the university's strongest attributes, each scoring above 4.25. The university also received a solid rating for its facilities and professors. Conversely, accommodation presents the weakest area, with a score of 3.59. Overall, the university demonstrates a well-rounded profile with notable strengths in student experience and international appeal.

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This institution presents a mixed picture in its evaluations. It shines brightest in **Location**, achieving a score of over 4.1, closely followed by **Student Life** at 4.07 and **Professors** at 3.9. Conversely, **Accomodation** is its least favored aspect, with a rating of 3.37. The university also garners solid marks in Internationality and Value.

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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.

~95% of reviews are positive, highlighting multicultural environments, enriching experiences, and good quality teaching. A small portion of feedback (~5%) expresses disappointment with academic depth and practical value.

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With ~87% positive feedback and an average rating of 3.93/5, students praise good knowledge transfer, specialization options, internship access, and vibrant campus life. A small portion of reviews mention unprepared professors and irrelevant courses.

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Rating distribution
5★
18%
60%
33%
33%
0%
30%
0%
4★
68%
28%
33%
52%
0%
43%
0%
3★
15%
9%
22%
11%
0%
20%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
3%
0%
3%
0%
1★
0%
2%
11%
2%
0%
3%
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.

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