HEC Paris Vs EMLYON Business School: Compare Fees, Placement, Reviews
Compare HEC Paris Vs EMLYON Business School based on their rankings, fees, programs, acceptance rate, admission requirements, placements, and more. Analyze HEC Paris Vs EMLYON Business School on various parameters to choose the right university for International students.
Compare HEC Paris Vs EMLYON Business School based on their rankings, fees, programs, acceptance rate, admission requirements, placements, and more. Analyze HEC Paris Vs EMLYON Business School on various parameters to choose the right university for International students.
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HEC Paris V/s EMLYON Business SchoolStudent Ratings
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3.5/5
2.9 Internships
1.8 Part time work
3.8 Post study jobs
4.5 Quality of faculty
4.5 Student Life
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4.4/5
4.3 Internships
4 Part time work
4.3 Post study jobs
4.5 Quality of faculty
4.3 Student Life
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HEC Paris V/s EMLYON Business SchoolCourse Comparison
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HEC Paris V/s EMLYON Business School MBA/PGDM
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HEC Paris V/s EMLYON Business School M.Sc.
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- M.A. (2 courses)
- B.E. / B.Tech (1 course)
- BBA (1 course)
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HEC Paris V/s EMLYON Business SchoolCollege Comparison
About College
Established Year
1881
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Campus Size
321 Acres
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Country Facts
Study in France
France is home to the top universities and colleges in the world.
Multiple business schools in France enjoy Triple Accreditation.
Public Universities in France offer quality education at subsidized rates
Cost of studying in France is low compared to the UK and USA.
French companies award scholarships totaling up to lakhs every year.
Indians with outstanding academic records have a number of funding options
Study in France
France is home to the top universities and colleges in the world.
Multiple business schools in France enjoy Triple Accreditation.
Public Universities in France offer quality education at subsidized rates
Cost of studying in France is low compared to the UK and USA.
French companies award scholarships totaling up to lakhs every year.
Indians with outstanding academic records have a number of funding options
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Student’s views on campus
Views on HEC Paris campus
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Anonymous
MBA - Batch of 2026
3.9
Expensive tuition but friendly people.
Tips: I realised the importance of networking and ups killing myself as much as I possibly can and that has helped me see results which is what I would suggest to anyone planning on coming to HEC as if you want to be noticed here, you will have to stand out in a very competitive and academic environment. Professors here are well known and the learning is very industry centric as well. Tuition can be expensive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1550
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 109125
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Anonymous
MSc Strategic Management - Batch of 2026
3.9
Very valuable experience.
Tips: The best part of studying here is the network and exposure. Almost everyone here has come with a goal in mind and group projects are when you. Can truly unleash your creativity. Administration work can sometimes take longer than in other countries and speaking basic French is a must to get around. Satisfied with the quality of education.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1750
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 102175
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Anonymous
Master in Management Sciences - Batch of 2026
3.8
Challenging but helpful.
Tips: I have become more self assured and disciplined after coming here as the pace of work university can be quite intense. The university is very global so there are a lot of different cultures and ethnicities including Indians. Getting admitted here was one part of the challenge as the real work starts once you come here but the lessons you learn and experience you will gain will be helpful.
Dislikes (Part time work): I rated 2 on part time jobs as spots on campus are limited and get filled quite fast as those are the most sought after and convenient ones and everyone wants one. For part time work outside of campus, you'll have to be absolutely fluent in French which poses a hindrance.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1550
Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 105275
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Anonymous
Master in Management & Innovation - Double Degree with TUM - Batch of 2025
3.6
Less work life balance.
Tips: I did experience some culture shock as there were linguistic barriers but this is mostly outside of campus as within the university, it feels like a typical college experience but with a lot more diversity and expectations. Make sure your foundations are sorted as the classes tend to move along fast and grading is kind of strict for some programs.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1600
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 109125
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Anonymous
MBA - Batch of 2025
2.9
Good academics, poor career service, disappointing ROI - My HEC experience,
Tips: Have a clear idea about the role, industry, and location where you want to work. There are not many English-speaking job opportunities in Paris, and the same is true for many other European countries. The college has been increasing its enrollment consistently every year. It's a lot of investment, and apart from studies to an extent, college life, sports, etc., there's no other major value added or ROI. The most significant paint point is that the HEC Talent team, responsible for grooming you and helping you get jobs, is not very helpful. The quality of support, guidance, and talent events is below par. You have to do everything on your own. At the end of the day, all that matters is a job, and having such a bad talent team is just the same. They don't have enough corporate tie-ups. For a top college, they can have more connections in the corporate world. The job market and salaries in Europe are, anyway, depressed. The other most significant paint points are the French administration and language. They are slow, and the overall procedure of getting anything done is complex. Most professors are knowledgeable and highly qualified. There are nice things like Station F, CDL, etc., that help you explore beyond academics. The college campus is simply beautiful. The rooms are small, but that's okay. No restaurant on campus. No dinner is served in the cafeteria, only lunch. The sports facilities are nice. The MBAT tournament is fun. I would not recommend the college to anyone, simply because they don't groom you or provide enough support to get a job.
Likes (Safety): I've always felt safe on and around the HEC Paris campus. There are cameras at most entry points, with the exception, the hostel, the buildings, etc. There's campus security, which I think are 2-3 guards for a huge campus. The students are generally well-behaved, so there's no threat to security. I wouldn't say the college does anything exceptional or extra from a security standpoint. It's just safe in general.
Dislikes (Part time work): The HEC college is in a village 30 minutes from Paris. I found there are no part-time job options nearby. I don't know anyone MBAs or Master's students who work part-time. Some students do online work, but I found nothing physical in the area. I don't think it's possible to do any part-time work while in the MBA program. You just won't get the time.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 85000
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Mahika Nahata 
Master in Management- Grande Ecole - Batch of 2024
3.6
There are no part-time opportunities available on campus.
Tips: I am who I am personally and professionally because of the things I've learned at college. From living by myself, putting myself out of my comfort zone, and managing my finances. You get shortlisted for scholarships once you've been admitted into the college, is there is no separate application as such. I got the women's high-potential scholarship upon admission, without even applying. However, for Indians, you can apply for the Eiffel scholarship, which is via the government, but I'm not too sure. Overall, I am 100/100 satisfied with the overall experience at the college.
Likes (Safety): There is enough security on campus, and more than that, you're always surrounded by your friends, living in the same/building across you. The campus is 35 km away from the city of Paris, so it is like a little bubble you're living in, with everyone studying at HEC Paris.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are no part-time opportunities available on campus. Additionally, the college does not permit part-time job opportunities because of the hectic academic schedule. Off-campus opportunities are also not feasible as public transport to and fro the campus takes an hour plus.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Anonymous
Masters in International Finance - Batch of 2026
3.8
The university is good with great faculty and warm and friendly environment.
Tips: Before you join, you should know that the courses are very hectic, and you should always be more prepared than under-prepared. Also, there are various scholarships offered, and I got the Excellence scholarship worth 10000 Euros. Overall, I am satisfied with the course and the college.
Likes (Post study jobs): After graduating from HEC Paris, I was able to secure a work visa in France. I was also able to get a visa to work in the UK. Most UK companies sponsor visas for work. However, getting a work visa in any European country is not a hurdle. Jobs like Investment Banking, Equity Research, Sales, and Trading are common in my course.
Dislikes (Part time work): We can't do part-time work because the course is very hectic. Academics demand a lot of time; the rest goes into applying for summer internships. So it's advised to plan the budget accordingly and not rely on the income from the part-time. Part-time may be possible for other less hectic courses.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 80000
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Anonymous
MBA - Batch of 2024
2.7
Don't waste your time, money and energy in European colleges.
Tips: Before coming here students should know that it is hard to get post-study job opportunities for Indians unless they speak French. I even noticed an Indian French teacher who could not secure a job after his MBA from HEC. So learn French before coming here and choose wisely whether this is what you want to do. Besides, the city is very safe and secure. The college is located on the outskirts of Paris in a village called Jouy en Josas which is a great city so you can enjoy your time here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2775
Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45875
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Carmen Martinez 
Masters in Marketing - Batch of 2024
3.7
It was an amazing and eye openning experience that changed my future.
Tips: Students should know HEC is not in Paris. Take advantage of the courses by actually taking the programme. Start applying to internships very early. Transition was fine, and no major cultural shock. Prepare yourself to meet people from all around the world who think differently from you. The university was very good, I enjoyed a lot the courses and the country as well.
Likes (Student Life): There are all kinds of clubs, and you can be as active as you want; it's a great way to meet people. The variety includes cultural, parties, sports, academic, and more. I enjoyed meeting people all the time. French courses are also important, as they are the best way to fully integrate.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer eating out as there are no kitchens in each room. Also, time is a constraint, as there are a lot of things going on all the time, and you want to go for the easiest option. Each building has its own kitchen. Cafeteria costs 6 euros per meal, and Gustav costs 12 euros per meal.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2125
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 42025
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Sharadindu Adhikari 
Master in Management - Grande Ecole - Batch of 2026
Offered by EMLYON Business School
4.7
A well-rounded business school at the heart of Lyon.
Tips: Really liked my time here. The school is beautiful. Everything just works. Peers and faculty members are great. Amenities are cool. The Makes' Lab is amazing. The career centre helps out a lot in finding your next career. Couldn't have asked for anything better.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
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Matthis Gustave 
MSc in Financial & Business Performance - Batch of 2026
Offered by EMLYON Business School
4.9
Very engaging, fun and vibrant student life.
Tips: A beautiful campus that provides all the resources necessary for students' personal and professional development. The school also stands out for the richness of its programs and the diversity of its student body, valuable assets for anyone wishing to grow in a truly international environment. Regarding my degree, it encourages us to genuinely understand the concepts rather than simply memorise them which is essential when entering the professional world. Moreover, the Career Centre really help us in order to prepare the internship interviews with high quality support.
Likes (Value for money): It is expensive but if you work a lot, you can expect to have a good job with a good salary in order to repay your student loan easily. The cost for my Masters is 28,000.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The courses are good but I think that some of them can be improved really easily. Moreover, I think that it would be beneficial to have more personal reviews with the programme director in order to prepare more efficiently for the internship interviews. To finish, this programme is probably missing some courses in restructuring for students who want to work in this area.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Khushi GOEL 
Master in Management - Grande Ecole - Batch of 2026
Offered by EMLYON Business School
4.3
Becoming independent and finding my place in France.
Tips: Coming to France made me much more independent. I learned to manage daily challenges, multitask, and handle things on my own. The biggest cultural shift for me was adapting to the food, which pushed me to learn cooking and also dealing with the language barrier, as finding a job without French is quite difficult and integration at work becomes easier if you know the language. I received a scholarship from Emlyon based on my academic background. I am satisfied with my university because they offer multiple opportunities. I strongly recommend to learn French to make the experience even better.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
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Theodore Gariazzo 
Master in Management - Grande Ecole - Batch of 2027
Offered by EMLYON Business School
5
Great school and great city.
Tips: It has been my first time living in France, but the people are very welcoming at Emlyon, with a large international student body and many people from around the world discovering the culture as well. Fundamentally, people remain easy-going. I was able to benefit from a scholarship following a high GMAT score and benefited from a considerable reduction in fees. The course promises great employability, which is what I'm after and France has been fantastic so far.
Likes (Public transportation): Lyon is firstly a beautiful city with great balance, as well as a vibrant city with lots to offer. Concerning the former point, Lyon is picturesque whilst also deeply rooted in well-being, situated near many wonderful hikes and many walks/bike rides to do in the city, as much of the public infrastructure is designed to accommodate these activities. Concerning the latter, Lyon also has many activities to do beyond this, with many delicious restaurants, lots of bars and clubs, and all of these are very accommodating to the 2,00,000 strong student population of the city. Emlyon goes beyond this and ensures that the student life is paced with opportunities to participate in student clubs and many events organised by all the societies.
Dislikes (Internships): The faculty are very keen on representing the best opportunities for their students, both within and beyond the curriculum. The courses are tailored to what the students want to achieve professionally, and the faculty are very supportive in professional and extracurricular ventures that students may want to pursue.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Yvan BILONG 
Master in Management - Grande Ecole - Batch of 2028
Offered by EMLYON Business School
4.5
Excellent education combining academic rigour.
Tips: Emlyon business school offers an excellent education combining academic rigour, international exposure and an entrepreneurial spirit. The early makes approach encourages action, innovation, and personal development. Emlyon is a true springboard for professional success.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65000
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Sanchali PYNE 
International MBA - Batch of 2023
Offered by EMLYON Business School
3
Good value for money school
Tips: You need to learn French. That is essential to live and then get a job in France. I got a scholarship for educational merit. There are various scholarships for women, people from different countries etc.
The course was good with a large variety of subjects. Of course, much to improve.
Likes (Value for money): The price is low compared to other Business schools for the MBA. The ROI is good if you get a job anywhere in Europe. Can get back the money spent in 2/3 years. However the key challenge in getting a job. The main thing is to know French to crack it.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Not very many Indian restaurants. And the 3/4 that are present are not very authentic and not very good. The prices vary between 10-40 for a meal. Where 10 are really cheap almost roadside places and 40 are fancy. Lyon also has a lot of Michelin star fine dining restaurants.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 3525
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50250
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Anonymous
MSc in Luxury Management & Marketing - Batch of 2027
Offered by EMLYON Business School
4.1
The city is expensive but the university is worth the money.
Tips: I received a 20 percent scholarship from the school. I was very satisfied with my school, countries and fellow students. Exchange and networking with the luxury industry were possible during the time in Paris. After three months in Paris I am currently staying at Parsons School in New York and I am more than grateful for everything I am able to experience through these studies.
Likes (Internships): We got very good career coaching, career events and one-to-ones with career coaches. We are best prepared and since the program is well-known in the luxury industry, we have a high chance of getting our dream internship. You do not have to worry about any internship because you are getting prepared during your studies and know exactly what you can expect during an interview.
Dislikes (Value for money): Paris is very expensive to stay in. The school is worth the money. You get a lot of support and the services provided are good. The school quality is excellent. I am more than grateful to have the chance to do these studies and also with the financial support from the school it is an amazing opportunity.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2225
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 47425
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