
Globally aware manager summer school
- Program formatFull-time
- DurationShort program
- CampusGrenoble
- LanguagesEnglish
- Admission level2-years Degree
- DiplomaCertification
- Program formatFull-time
- DurationShort program
- CampusGrenoble
- Admission level2-years Degree
- DiplomaCertification
Visit the French Alps this summer for an immersive learning experience and study at a top 8 triple accredited French Business School. Join us for 2 weeks in Grenoble, a vibrant city in the French Alps, and earn 8 ECTS credits (US equivalent is 4 credits) studying Social Responsibility in International Business alongside an award winning immersive course ,Sustainability Transition in International Business, noted in the Financial Times as a leading global project that is “reimagining curricula by integrating sustainability, experiential learning and advanced technologies to tackle global challenges (Financial Times Jan 22, 2025).
Why Participate in this Summer School Program?
- Experience a world leading high tech city thriving in a beautiful natural environment
- Learn about efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change in the Alps
- Be challenged by international faculty with extensive industry experience
- Build your international network with fellow students from around the world
- Study at at a triple accredited business school
6 good reasons to choose GEM
Grenoble Campuses
GEM Grenoble – Alpine Campus
Located between scientific hubs, startups, and the Alpine mountains, GEM’s main campus embodies Grenoble’s DNA: pioneering, committed, and international.
Just steps from the city center, it welcomes a multicultural community representing 120 nationalities in a vibrant building that hosts a rich student life, numerous events, and frequent interactions with local companies. A campus where ideas flow and projects come to life, in an environment that is both stimulating and welcoming.
Core course
- Gain knowledge about the main sustainability challenges facing business today
- Discover how global companies adapt and innovate to face these challenges, especially how innovation for sustainability require cross-collaborations between internal services and with external stakeholders
- Learn how to handle the main tools of the trade (Sustainability Donut, Materiality matrix, LCA, GHG protocol…)
- Learn how to design innovative business models for sustainability
- Analyse and discuss social & ethical issues International Managers face
- Delve in personal understandings of values, responsibilities and socially relevant philosophies and apply these in various activities and cases
- Gain insight and a better understanding of social responsibilities in business focusing on workplace diversity, intercultural management
- Be advised how to create firms, workplaces, or teams that enhance ethical or responsible cultures, products and services
Faculty
Classes are taught by GEM faculty, visiting professors from top universities, and inspiring business professionals. Their diverse cultural and international background adds to the international dimension of the program.
Pedagogy
Typically, students are expected to work 30 hours outside the classroom. This includes pre-reading and preparation for class, homework and group/individual assessments.
Admission criteria
- Undergraduate students having completed at least 2 years of study in any discipline.
- Fluent English (proof required if non-native speaker)
Practical information
Tuitions Fees
- Full price 2,500 euros-not including accommodation
- 1,875 euros for GEM’s academic partners
Program fees include:
- Tuition Fees
- Online access to our E-learning platform Moodle prior to and during the program
- Access to GEM facilities
- A dedicated international team present at all times to help you feel at home in Grenoble
- Social and cultural activities, welcome and farewell dinner
- Immersive experience in the Alps
Accomodation
- Residence Marie Curie: Studio 1-2 people (€42-64 per night) / Apartment 4 people (€70-82 per night)
- Residence ‘The Hub’
- Residhome Apparthotel Caserne de Bonne 4*
Your international experience in France
Situated in the French Silicon Valley, with 500 high tech companies, Grenoble stands out as a resolutely student-oriented city. Its lively, pedestrianized city center offers a wealth of cultural activities and outings. The city provides lush parks that encourage you to unwind and savor enjoyable moments. Grenoble has a strategic location within Europe, with 3 international airports nearby. Additionally, a high-speed TGV train connects Grenoble to Paris in just 3 hours. Geneva and Turin are also just a couple of hours away by car.
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