
AI Ascent Graduate Summer School
Dates: June 29th-July 13th, 2026 in Grenoble
- Program formatFull-time
- DurationShort program
- CampusGrenoble
- LanguagesEnglish
- Admission level3-years Degree
- DegreeCertification
- Tuition fees€3,500
- Program formatFull-time
- DurationShort program
- CampusGrenoble
- LanguagesEnglish
- Admission level3-years Degree
- DegreeCertification
- Tuition fees€3,500
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 Applied IA for future business leaders.
Program Highlights
- Understand the key concepts of AI and Python
- Explore and evaluate what AI can and cannot do in business contexts
- Develop the skills to effectively read and understand simple Python scripts
- Learn how to choose data sources and solution approaches.
- Use responsible AI from a managerial lense.
- Demonstrate agility teamwork and pitching in front of a jury.
6 good reasons to choose GEM
Global Recognition
Ranked #8 in France and #24 in Europe, GEM is among the top 1% of business schools worldwide holding triple accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA).
Immersive Learning
A distinctive learning model combining academic excellence, real-world experience, close ties with companies and international exposure — to learn by doing and experimenting.
Personalized Pathways
Progressive and flexible pathways designed to help students build a coherent, ambitious academic and professional project.
International Dimension
Exchanges, double degrees, programs taught in English and strong cultural diversity, supported by a network of 230+ partner universities, opening real opportunities for international study paths and global careers.
Sustainable Employability
Work-study options, internships and company-based projects to develop skills that are immediately relevant and valued in the job market.
A Trailblazing Leadership With Purpose
Campuses embedded in leading scientific, technological and industrial ecosystems, shaping curious, engaged minds ready to act in the face of major global transitions.
A Summer School in the Heart of the French Innovation Hub
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. A second Grenoble campus is dedicated to educational innovation, it brings together several cutting-edge immersive platforms where participants experiment, test, and learn by doing.
Core course
- Designed to provide non-specialist managers enough grounding to engage in an applied activity.
- Students will learn to read and understand simple Python scripts and data manipulation and visualization.
- The program takes a hands-on approach (AI concepts + Python basis or no/low-code alternatives).
- The key concepts include machine learning, generative AI, data, models, and bias.
- This is an experiential module where you will participate in a business case/hackathon.
- In teams, students will identify high-value AI use cases. They will prioritise use cases based on impact and feasability.
- Students will choose data sources and soutions approaches. They will also evaluate build vs. buy decisions and they will understand costs, scalability and organisation readiness.
- After team-based work on a real business case accompanied by mentors, students will pitch their findings to a jury.
Faculty
Classes are taught by GEM’s permanent faculty, made up of French and international professors and researchers, as well as visiting lecturers from renowned partner institutions and industry professionals.
This diversity of nationalities and backgrounds fosters a global and multicultural perspective on management. All faculty members share a pedagogical approach grounded in academic excellence, intercultural openness, and a strong connection to real-world business practices.
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.
Admissions
- To be enrolled in a Master’s program or final years of a Bachelor’s
- B2 English (proof required if non-native speaker)
Practical information
Tuitions Fees
- Full price 3,500 euros-not including accommodation
- Discount 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
- Company visit and GEM Labs experience
- Social and cultural activities, welcome and farewell dinner
Accomodation
- Residence Marie Curie: Studio 1-2 people / Apartment 4 people
- Residence ‘The Hub’
- Residhome Apparthotel Caserne de Bonne 4*
Your Student Life 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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