How does the registration process work for the 3rd and 4th years of the Grande École Program?
I am applying and registering for one of the admission sessions for the September or January semester
I take the written and oral exams without a qualifying round between the tests
I receive my test scores and enroll in the 3rd or 4th year of the ESCE Grande École Program
Students with a foreign degree should follow the international admissions process for more information.
Admissions Sessions – Fall 2026 Semester
Enrolling at ESCE Through the Parallel Admissions Process
You can enroll in ESCE’s Grande École Program directly in the 3rd or 4th year through a specific admissions process. Application rounds are held throughout the year, from November to September, so you can apply at the time that works best for you.
To be eligible, you must provide proof of:
- 120 ECTS credits for admission to the third year
- 180 ECTS credits for admission to the 4th year
The application fee is 70 €.
Once your application has been approved, you will be invited to take the admission exams, which are designed to assess your potential, your academic level, and your motivation to join ESCE.
A 2-Step Admission Process
Admission is based on written exams taken remotely, followed by a motivational interview.
Online written exams:
- An aptitude test (1 hour) consisting of questions on math, logical reasoning, writing, and international current events.
- An English test (1 hour) that assesses reading comprehension, listening comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary.
The personality and motivation interview:
The 30-minute session takes place on one of our campuses for applicants from the Île-de-France and Rhône-Alpes regions, or remotely for applicants located in other regions.
The interview is conducted in French for applicants seeking admission to the 3rd year, and in French and English for applicants seeking admission to the 4th year.
PREPARE YOUR WRITTEN WORK ONLINE
Practice regularly to test yourself on similar exercises. The goal is to simulate exam conditions as closely as possible so you can learn to manage your time.
To help you prepare:
- Open House: To Better Understand the School’s Expectations
- Practice Multiple-Choice Quizzes to Test Your Knowledge
PREPARE FOR YOUR IN-PERSON ORAL EXAM
The interview is an opportunity to interact with the admissions committee. It lasts 30 minutes, with no preparation time. Part of the interview is conducted in English for students wishing to join us in their fourth year.
STEP 1: DISCOVER YOUR PERSONALITY AND MOTIVATION
You will introduce yourself by explaining your background and your reasons for wanting to pursue your studies at ESCE. The admissions committee will evaluate how well your application aligns with the various programs offered at ESCE.
STEP 2: ASSESS YOUR ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND YOUR INTEREST IN INTERNATIONAL CURRENT EVENTS
You will present, in a structured and well-reasoned manner, an international current events topic of your choice, which you will have prepared in advance of your oral exam.
To help you prepare for your oral exam:
Mock interviews, during our open house events or by appointment
Grande École Program, Master’s Degree (Bac+5)
3rd Year: EXPANDING YOUR BUSINESS INTERNATIONALLY
- 1st and 2nd semesters: ESCE Campus Paris or Lyon + Optional internship (in France or abroad)
- or work-study program: a 3-year contract with the same company. (Schedule: 1 week at school / 2 weeks at the company)
4th Year: Building a Career on the International Stage
- 1 semester at ESCE Campus Paris or Lyon and 1 semester on an international exchange program
- or work-study program: a 2-year contract with the same company. (Schedule: 1 week at school, 2 weeks at the company)
5th Year: Ensuring Your Employability
- 1 semester: ESCE Campus in Paris or Lyon, and 1 semester: a 6-month internship at a company (in France or abroad)
- or work-study program: a 1-year contract with the same company. (Schedule: 1 week at school, 2 weeks at the company)
Languages Taught
ESCE emphasizes languages to prepare students for international careers!
Required LV1:
- English, with 3 hours and 30 minutes of in-person classes per week
Required Second Language:
In full time:
- Spanish, German, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Hebrew, Korean, and Russian: beginner, intermediate, or advanced
- Arabic: Intermediate or Advanced
As an apprentice:
- Spanish: Beginner, intermediate, or advanced
- German: Beginner, intermediate, or advanced
- Chinese: Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced
- Italian: Beginner, intermediate, or advanced
LV3-LV4 Online:
- 5 languages, from beginner to advanced:
- English, Spanish, German, Italian, French as a Foreign Language (FLE)
- Introduction to Another Language – About 10 Hours
- Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Irish, Japanese, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Turkish, Vietnamese
Enroll in ESCE’s Work-Study Program
ESCE offers students admitted through the parallel admissions process the opportunity to enroll in the school’s work-study program. A unique feature of ESCE is that the work-study program is available as early as thethird year!
- Work-study program in the 3rd year (available only in Paris La Défense): 1 week at school, 2 weeks at a company (3-year contract with the same company).
- Work-study program in the 4th year (available in Paris La Défense and Lyon): 1 week at school followed by 3 weeks at a company (2-year contract with the same company).
- Students have the option to complete a fourth year in the traditional program and a fifth year in a work-study program.
Enroll in the ESCE full time Program
Possible pathways from a traditional4th-year program to a work-study specialization in the5th year!
The strengths of traditional training:
- Mandatory study abroad program in the4th year (at one of our 190 partner universities)
- Possible transdisciplinary dual degrees
Any questions?
Nathan KOSMOWSKI, Admissions Manager for the Master in Management (📞 +33 1 40 59 31 06 / +33 6 70 26 11 15 / 📧 nathan.kosmowski@esce.fr).
Personalized online appointments available
For all international applications, please contact: 📧 internationaladmissions@omneseducation.com
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