GBSB Global Business School vs IE University vs Universidad CEU San Pablo - CEU USP vs Le Cordon Bleu Paris vs Schiller International University

Side-by-side comparison from 288 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Advantere School of Management (4.70)
GBSB Global Business School: wins 0/7 categories
IE University: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad CEU San Pablo - CEU USP: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 0/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 2/7 categories
IEBS Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Advantere School of Management: wins 5/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation
Madrid, Spain
4.40
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Best programme: Culinary Arts
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.60
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
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Best programme: Master’s in International Management (MIM)
Category ratings
Facilities
3.36
4.34
3.80
4.40
3.92
Not rated
4.66
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Location
4.48
4.53
3.75
4.70
4.93
Win
Not rated
4.77
Professors
4.13
4.36
3.89
4.60
4.64
Not rated
4.79
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Internationality
4.64
4.76
3.30
4.60
4.93
Win
Not rated
4.55
Student life
3.83
4.35
3.73
3.90
4.15
Not rated
4.78
Win
Value
3.62
4.23
3.60
3.90
4.29
Not rated
4.62
Win
Accommodation
2.79
3.79
3.39
3.00
3.62
Not rated
4.37
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Balanced academic theory with practical, real-world application
  • +Knowledgeable, passionate, and engaged lecturers
  • +Strong community and international atmosphere
  • +International and interdisciplinary environment
  • +Practical and engaging courses with supportive faculty
  • +Excellent facilities and strong career guidance
  • +Practical, hands-on learning opportunities
  • +Active campus life and social engagement
  • +Professional, industry-experienced faculty
  • +Exceptional teaching quality from passionate, experienced instructors
  • +Unmatched precision, emphasis on quality, and professional skill development
  • +Welcoming environment, strong support, and valuable alumni network
  • +Diverse student and educator backgrounds
  • +Opportunities for personal and career growth
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment

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  • +Practical, real-world projects and industry focus
  • +Strong professional network and career preparation
  • +Supportive and personalized learning environment
Cons
  • -Poor academic quality and lack of practical value in degrees.
  • -Administrative and organizational issues with limited student support.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and outdated or inadequate facilities.
  • -Academic deception and low standards exist.
  • -Marketing promises and program management are disappointing.
  • -The campus environment lacks a traditional college experience.
  • -Poor English proficiency of professors.
  • -Lack of organization and student support.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern resources are disappointing.
  • -The curriculum feels irrelevant and disconnected from real-world needs.
  • -Limited extracurriculars and career opportunities.
  • -Poor quality of facilities and overall environment.
  • -Lack of academic rigor and student engagement.

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  • -Excessive administrative burdens and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a significant concern.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly structured.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution shines brightest in its **internationality**, boasting a near-perfect score. **Location** is another significant strength, highly valued by students. Conversely, **accommodation** presents the most significant area for improvement, receiving the lowest rating. Other aspects like **professors** and **student life** are well-regarded, while **facilities** and **value** fall within the mid-range.

The university demonstrates a strong performance in several key areas. Internationality stands out with the highest rating, followed closely by Location, which is also a significant strength. Conversely, Accomodation received the lowest rating among all surveyed categories, indicating a potential area for improvement. Other aspects like Professors, Student Life, and Facilities received solid, above-average scores, contributing to an overall positive assessment.

This institution receives solid marks across its offerings, with professors earning the highest score at 3.89 and facilities close behind at 3.80. Student life and location also rate well. However, accommodation and internationality represent areas for potential improvement, scoring lowest at 3.39 and 3.30 respectively. Value for money sits in the mid-range at 3.60.

This university demonstrates exceptional strength in its **location** (4.7), **professors** (4.6), and **internationality** (4.6). Students are particularly impressed with the quality of instruction and the global environment. Conversely, **accommodation** stands out as the lowest-rated area at 3.0, suggesting room for improvement in this aspect. Student life and value for money also received moderate scores.

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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This institution receives a well-rounded set of ratings. **Professors** are the highest-rated area, closely followed by **Student Life** and **Location**. **Accommodations** emerge as the weakest point among the evaluated aspects. The university also scores well in **Facilities**, **Internationality**, and **Value**, indicating a generally positive student experience.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Around 74% of reviews are positive, praising the community, practical curriculum, and knowledgeable lecturers. Some negative feedback, ~13%, points to administrative issues and inconsistent academic quality.

Approximately 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting international and interdisciplinary environments, practical classes, and supportive faculty. A small percentage of negative feedback (around 3.2%) mentions academic concerns and a corporate campus feel.

Approximately 74% of reviews are positive, praising the practical approach, active campus life, and industry-experienced teachers. Two reviews express disappointment with the English proficiency of some instructors and a perceived lack of organization.

Students highly praise the exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable instructors. Facilities are noted as impeccable and the learning environment welcoming, contributing to professional and personal growth for ~100% of reviewers.

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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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with ~100% giving high ratings. Students highlight an enriching, practical learning experience, international environment, and strong professional preparation. There is no negative feedback.

Rating distribution
5★
23%
55%
29%
60%
71%
0%
73%
4★
45%
29%
42%
40%
21%
0%
23%
3★
19%
13%
23%
0%
0%
0%
3%
2★
6%
3%
3%
0%
7%
0%
0%
1★
6%
1%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Its ok

The overall experience was ok. Yet I dont feel that it was worth 10k€ a year for what I received. Starting from repetitive classes in each year but with a different name until not having bathrooms for almost 6 months. The quality of the majority of classes was 2/5. The content of the classes was not deep enough to teach you about tools, appliances, ways of solving, what should be taken into consideration. On my 2 last years. I took the exact same class of public relations but named differently. Not even the professor knew what to say any more. I didn’t saw not event one tool that is used in public relations. We analyzed just one case of public relations in the whole semester. And it was a mention not event a full analysis. I do not recommend GBSB. The internships they say the help you with on their webpage its a lie. They do not help you in any way to connect you with no company. They are not event informed in how to help you with the visa.

The review

ie university is the best university in the world, they education system is the best and infrastructure. It's the best university to put your child to I'm very happy with it i dont wanna lie l. Please go for it

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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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Masters international Management

I enjoyed this programe, academically is it similar to other programs in other cities but it offers so much more. The personal connection with professors, strong guidance for future career and the international network is what separates it from other options!

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