Université Paris-Sorbonne vs IÉSEG School of Management vs emlyon business school vs SKEMA Business School vs Excelia Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 496 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Forward College (4.90)
Université Paris-Sorbonne: wins 0/7 categories
IÉSEG School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
emlyon business school: wins 0/7 categories
SKEMA Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Excelia Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 1/7 categories
Forward College: wins 6/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Applied Statistics
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Best programme: Supply Chain Management
La Rochelle, France
4.30
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Best programme: Master of Science (MSc)
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.50
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13 reviews
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Paris, France
4.90
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.09
4.22
4.21
4.24
3.92
4.47
Win
Location
4.33
4.29
4.66
4.25
4.27
4.92
5.00
Win
Professors
4.21
4.28
4.12
4.42
4.13
4.62
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.20
4.55
4.63
4.37
4.57
4.92
Win
4.75
Student life
3.78
4.25
4.30
4.10
4.34
4.15
4.73
Win
Value
4.21
4.31
4.49
4.04
4.20
4.23
4.63
Win
Accommodation
4.00
3.78
4.00
3.57
3.74
3.62
4.33
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High academic quality and rigor
  • +Engaging and enriching learning experience
  • +Positive campus environment and student activities
  • +Engaging and practical learning experiences
  • +Strong international community and global opportunities
  • +Supportive professors and active student associations
  • +Practical, international focus and diverse student body.
  • +Strong career support and professional experience opportunities.
  • +Diverse program options and personal project development.
  • +Strong international exposure and campus network
  • +Practical, up-to-date curriculum with business application
  • +Valuable career support and alumni network
  • +Supportive, approachable professors and strong emphasis on practical, real-world business applications.
  • +Diverse, international environment fostering personal growth and unforgettable shared experiences.
  • +Opportunities for teamwork, self-discovery, and engaging learning through case studies and projects.
  • +Culturally diverse environment and international campus access
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment with helpful instructors
  • +Opportunities for career advancement and independent learning
  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues create constant problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are significant drawbacks.
  • -Lack of support and unhelpful staff lead to student frustration.
  • -Last-minute changes disrupt scheduling and planning.
  • -Perceived lack of effort to improve classroom experience.
  • -Concerns about course offerings and professor quality.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and unclear expectations lead to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues disrupt academic progress.
  • -Poor communication and guidance hinder student career goals.
  • -Concerns exist regarding faculty conduct and focus on profit over education.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from faculty are prevalent complaints.
  • -Lack of extracurriculars and limited opportunities for lower-year students.
  • -Poor campus environment and a perceived low academic standard.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a concern.
  • -Lack of transparency and communication is prevalent.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution garners strong ratings across several key areas. Its location is exceptionally well-regarded, alongside excellent scores for professors, internationality, and overall value. While facilities and accommodation also receive solid marks, student life stands out as the weakest area compared to the other surveyed aspects.

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.

This institution demonstrates a generally positive standing, with its strongest areas being **Location** and **Internationality**, both scoring above 4.6. **Student Life** and **Value** also received high marks, around 4.3 and 4.49 respectively. The **Facilities** and **Professors** are rated well, in the low 4s. **Accomodation** appears to be the relatively weakest area, with a score of 4.

This institution shows impressive strengths in its academic and international components, with Professors receiving a high rating of 4.42 and Internationality scoring 4.37. Location and Facilities are also well-regarded, both above 4.20. However, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, with a score of 3.57, significantly lower than other categories. Student Life and Value are rated moderately, around 4.10 and 4.04 respectively.

This university garners an impressive average rating of 4.19. Its strongest areas are **Internationality** (4.57) and **Student Life** (4.34), indicating a vibrant and globally connected campus environment. **Facilities** (4.24) and **Location** (4.27) also score very well. The weakest area is **Accomodation**, receiving a rating of 3.74, suggesting room for improvement in this aspect.

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.

This university garners excellent reviews, particularly excelling in its **professors and location**, both achieving perfect scores. Student life and internationality also stand out with scores above 4.7. Areas with slightly lower, though still strong, ratings include **facilities and accommodation**. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded positive student experience with high marks across most aspects.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.17/5 from 12 reviews, ~83% of feedback is positive, highlighting strong academic rigor and interesting content. No negative feedback was reported.

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.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~90% 4-5 stars) with an average rating of 4.53/5. Students praise the academic rigor, practical and international focus, and diverse student body.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~90%), highlighting great faculty, strong international opportunities, and practical curriculum beneficial for careers. A small percentage (~3%) reported issues with management, communication, and program organization.

The reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%), highlighting excellent professors, practical courses, and a strong international environment. Students appreciate teamwork opportunities and the school's ability to foster personal growth and unforgettable experiences.

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.

Students highly praise the interactive learning, international community, and opportunities for academic and personal growth. There are no negative reviews.

Rating distribution
5★
33%
49%
63%
49%
39%
69%
94%
4★
50%
44%
27%
43%
61%
23%
6%
3★
17%
9%
10%
7%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
1%
0%
8%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
1%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Sorbonne- The real quality of studies

The university is very good, professors are very well experienced in their respective domain. Its located in the center of Paris, it's very accessible to all types of students. But we have to improve more in the life of students, but its good at all.

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.

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Experience in School

My experience in SKEMA Business School is very much enriching. It definitely help me to shape my career aspirations which align with my personal value and even worldview. The management system in my university quite efficient and systematic. Every year, we, students are required to give personal feedback on our learning and courses for each semesters. It is very helpful as it could assist my university to improve its lacking in every aspects.

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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.

Great modern university approach

I am currently a 3rd year student at Forward College and I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to other students. The interactive approach of Forward where questions, debate, and discussion were encouraged enhanced my learning so much and I feel like I genuinely enjoyed every class. Having the experience of living in 3 different cultures, surrounded by people from all over the world made this experience even more special and helped me develop and grow in so many ways. Another aspect I have loved are the professors. Speaking with friends at other university I am so grateful to have teachers that actually know us, are excited to teach and interact with us, and will always take the time to help you.

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