emlyon business school vs Universitè Claude Bernard Lyon 1 - UCBL1 vs ESDES School of Management vs Jean Moulin University Lyon III vs ESSCA School of Management

Side-by-side comparison from 92 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: emlyon business school (4.50)
emlyon business school: wins 2/6 categories
Universitè Claude Bernard Lyon 1 - UCBL1: wins 2/6 categories
ESDES School of Management: wins 0/6 categories
Jean Moulin University Lyon III: wins 2/6 categories
ESSCA School of Management: wins 0/6 categories
Ecole de Management IFAG: wins 0/6 categories
3A l’école internationale du management responsable: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
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Best programme: Programme Grande Ecole (PGE)
Category ratings
Facilities
4.15
4.67
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3.67
3.73
2.00
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Location
4.60
Win
4.33
Not rated
4.33
4.14
3.00
Not rated
Professors
4.06
4.00
Not rated
4.67
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3.90
4.00
Not rated
Internationality
4.60
3.33
Not rated
4.67
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3.87
4.00
Not rated
Student life
4.25
Win
2.33
Not rated
4.00
4.07
3.00
Not rated
Value
4.43
4.67
Not rated
4.67
3.70
3.00
Not rated
Accommodation
3.94
4.67
Win
Not rated
4.00
3.37
1.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Practical and international programs with diverse students
  • +Valuable professional experience through internships and work-study
  • +Supportive environment for personal and professional development
  • +Strong science and technology programs
  • +Supportive professors and academic environment
  • +Diverse student body

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  • +Dedicated teaching staff and effective student support
  • +Strong academic programs for success
  • +Strong marketing & business programs
  • +Excellent student support & community
  • +Diverse academic pathways & practical experience

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Cons
  • -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 cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Communication from staff is often poor and unhelpful.

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  • -Poor communication and administrative support are frequent frustrations.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are often cited.
  • -The curriculum can be irrelevant, poorly structured, or lacking in practical application.
  • -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

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 scores exceptionally well in several key areas, notably in **Facilities**, **Accomodation**, and **Value**, all receiving a rating of 4.67. **Professors** and **Location** also garnered strong scores. However, **Student Life** emerged as a significantly weaker aspect, with a rating of 2.33. **Internationality** received a moderate rating of 3.33.

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A consistent, positive assessment emerges from these university ratings, with notable strengths in **Professors**, **Internationality**, and **Value**, all scoring an excellent 4.67. **Location** also scores highly at 4.33. The **Student Life** and **Accomodation** categories are rated a solid 4. Among the surveyed areas, **Facilities** received the lowest rating at 3.67.

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

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.

With an average rating of 4/5 based on 5 reviews, ~80% are positive. Students praise good facilities, well-equipped libraries, and a conducive environment, though some note older buildings and a serious atmosphere.

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With a ~67% positive sentiment, students praise excellent teaching and a supportive environment conducive to success. No negative feedback was recorded.

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★
60%
20%
0%
67%
30%
0%
0%
4★
28%
60%
0%
0%
43%
0%
0%
3★
9%
20%
0%
33%
20%
100%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
1★
2%
0%
0%
0%
3%
0%
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Most useful review
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program is good, but social life is dead

The university itself is a bit outdated and the atmosphere can be quite serious. It can be difficult to enjoy the social aspect of university life when you're focused on a demanding academic program. However, it's important to remember that there is a diverse group of students at the university, with a variety of backgrounds and interests. It's possible to find a niche and connect with like-minded people, even in a more traditional academic environment.

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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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