International
Welcome to éklore-ed
School of Management
We offer a variety of programs tailored to your current academic level and whether you prefer to take courses in French and/or English.
Each year, we are delighted to welcome more than 200 international students from Europe, Asia,
Africa, North and South America. Half of them come from our partner universities, either
for one semester or for a full academic year.
If you are studying at one of our partner universities and would like to become an exchange
student at éklore-ed School of Management, you should contact the International Office
at your university to
obtain approval and be nominated. With the help of your local coordinator, you will select your
courses from our program offerings.
Founded in 1969, éklore-ed School of Management is an independent Grande École of
management and a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles. It offers degrees ranging from
Bachelor’s to Master’s, both accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education. The “Master
of Management” is also accredited by EFMD.
éklore-ed School of Management has been awarded the "Bienvenue en France" label issued by Campus France. It recognizes the quality of our institution’s welcoming process.
Our school has developed a pedagogical concept based on learning through experimentation and coaching. Students learn how to anticipate changes, how to adapt to socio-economic shifts, and how to solve complex problems. The mission of the éklore-ed School of Management is to train individuals who will have a positive impact on business, organizations, and regions thanks to the principles and values of the circular economy.
éklore-ed School of Management has been awarded the "Bienvenue en France" label issued by Campus France. It recognizes the quality of our institution’s welcoming process.
Our school has developed a pedagogical concept based on learning through experimentation and coaching. Students learn how to anticipate changes, how to adapt to socio-economic shifts, and how to solve complex problems. The mission of the éklore-ed School of Management is to train individuals who will have a positive impact on business, organizations, and regions thanks to the principles and values of the circular economy.
We do not have specific programs designed exclusively for international students. This means that you will always be in class with local students, which facilitates your integration and helps you discover French culture. You are free to choose your program and courses based on your academic level and your language skills. However, as an exchange student, you must earn 30 ECTS credits per semester or 60 ECTS credits per academic year. Exceptions may be granted with the approval of your coordinator. Please note that due to scheduling conflicts, you cannot take courses from different programs.
Second year of a bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree (3 years)
Master 1 Mix: French / English
Master's 1 (Full English)
Eklore-ed offers degrees ranging from bachelor’s to master’s, all accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education. The Master’s in Management is also accredited by EFMD.
We do not have specific programs designed exclusively for international students.
This means you will always be in class with local students, which facilitates your
integration and helps you discover French culture.
You are free to choose your program and courses based on your academic level and your
language skills. However, as an exchange student, you must earn 30 ECTS credits per
semester or 60 ECTS credits per academic year. Exceptions may be granted with the approval
of your coordinator.
Please note that due to scheduling conflicts, you cannot select courses from
different programs.
Second year of a bachelor's degree
Master 1 Mix: French / English
Master's 1 (Full English)
If you hold a passport from the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU), you will not need a visa to come and study in
France.
If not, you must contact the French Embassy in your home country to determine whether
you need a student visa to come to France.
Please note that the visa application process takes some time, so you should begin the process as
soon as possible to avoid any delays.
One week after you complete your online application form, we will send you your
letter of acceptance, which is required for your visa application.
We also recommend that you contact Campus France, which will help you prepare
for your arrival.
When you arrive, depending on the type of visa you have, you may need to have it
validated by the French Immigration Services. The international office at
eklore-ed will assist you with this process.
Different ways to get to Pau:
- by air - Regular flights from Paris, Marseille, and Lyon to Pau
- by train - Direct trains from Paris and many other cities to Pau
- by car - Many options available through car-sharing platforms
We know full well that you have hundreds of things to do before
leaving your country and
upon arrival.
Our international office will assist you with the following matters:
WELCOME! The International Office will do its best to make you feel at home!
A campus where there's always something going on.
Every year, éklore-ed School of Management thrives on the events organized by the School and student organizations. These events provide opportunities to connect and share with the people who bring the School to life. Whether as a participant or an organizer, you will be regularly invited to get involved in campus life.
- Welcome and orientation information
- Student Housing Assistance (Booking)
- Visa and immigration guidance and paperwork
- Health, doctors, and health insurance
- Banking and phone calls
- General questions about life as an international exchange student
WELCOME! The International Office will do its best to make you feel at home!
A campus where there's always something going on.
Every year, éklore-ed School of Management thrives on the events organized by the School and student organizations. These events provide opportunities to connect and share with the people who bring the School to life. Whether as a participant or an organizer, you will be regularly invited to get involved in campus life.
The 7 clubs of the school
For a student, joining a club means having a deeply enriching experience, developing their talents (in sports, art, communication, negotiation, leadership, etc.), and beginning to build their professional network.Joining an association also allows them to enhance the companies’ core principles: management skills, teamwork, financial and legal management, communication, marketing, sales, leadership, entrepreneurship...
- CAC 64 introduces students to financial markets.
- The Council of Associations assists the associations with their financial management as well as with event management.
- CAC 64 introduces students to financial markets.
- Pau’ethic Plastic is responsible for Precious Plastic machines and the upcycling of plastic waste through entrepreneurial projects.
- Polepausition helps students push their limits through sports
- The Sports Office (BDS) ensures that the school’s students participate in sports competitions.
- The Student Union (BDE) organizes the school's social events, such as parties, the orientation of new students, and serves as a hub connecting the various student organizations at the school.
- Teahu'Pau discovers extreme sports
Banks
To live in France, you must open a French bank account and obtain housing insurance (for your accommodation in Pau). The School has many partners that can provide you with these services under the best terms.
E-campus
This is the School’s intranet platform, which you can access using your personal username and password, which will be provided to you on the day of your arrival in Pau. This will give you access to the classes and materials required for certain courses (case studies, presentations, group projects, etc.) that your instructors will post on the platform.
E-learning
This is a platform that allows you to deepen your knowledge of certain subjects through exercises and assessments available there. On the E-learning platform, you will also have access to 100 hours of French as a foreign language classes.
Learning Hub
A living and learning space, the Hub is a coworking space where students can meet for their individual and group work. Equipped with computers, flexible furniture, and a private room, the Hub also hosts courses and conferences when their pedagogical format allows it.
To live in France, you must open a French bank account and obtain housing insurance (for your accommodation in Pau). The School has many partners that can provide you with these services under the best terms.
E-campus
This is the School’s intranet platform, which you can access using your personal username and password, which will be provided to you on the day of your arrival in Pau. This will give you access to the classes and materials required for certain courses (case studies, presentations, group projects, etc.) that your instructors will post on the platform.
E-learning
This is a platform that allows you to deepen your knowledge of certain subjects through exercises and assessments available there. On the E-learning platform, you will also have access to 100 hours of French as a foreign language classes.
Learning Hub
A living and learning space, the Hub is a coworking space where students can meet for their individual and group work. Equipped with computers, flexible furniture, and a private room, the Hub also hosts courses and conferences when their pedagogical format allows it.
A city where life is good
Pau is a city that thrives on both sports and culture. In Pau, sports reign supreme! There are numerous top-tier sports clubs (Élan Béarnais, Section Paloise rugby, etc.) and high-quality facilities (climbing walls, whitewater pool, Olympic-size swimming pool, etc.). The cultural scene is also rich (book fair, Polar Festival, Digital Arts Festival, concerts...). And living in Pau means enjoying an exceptional quality of life in the heart of the Southwest!
Pau is a city that thrives on both sports and culture. In Pau, sports reign supreme! There are numerous top-tier sports clubs (Élan Béarnais, Section Paloise rugby, etc.) and high-quality facilities (climbing walls, whitewater pool, Olympic-size swimming pool, etc.). The cultural scene is also rich (book fair, Polar Festival, Digital Arts Festival, concerts...). And living in Pau means enjoying an exceptional quality of life in the heart of the Southwest!
Pau and the surrounding area
Atlantic Coast and the Basque Country
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Pau, the capital of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department and a major economic hub of
southwestern France Pau by the numbers
- Just an hour away from the Basque coast, with its surfing spots and beach resorts
- Just an hour from the Spanish border, where you can experience a different culture and way of life
- Just an hour away from the Pyrenees and its ski resorts
- Pau and its metropolitan area: 150,000 residents
- 15,000 students and 3,900 researchers
- A breathtaking view of the Pyrenees Mountains
- Sports town: Tour de France, Formula 1 Grand Prix, an international three-day event, the Kayak World Cup, the Basque Pelota World Cup
- Cultural hub: Zénith, 3 national museums, 1 theater, 1 casino…
Sports and Culture
Pau hosts the Tour de France and organizes an Automobile Grand Prix, an International Three-Day Event, the Kayak World Cup, the Basque Pelota World Cup… Pau is also home to top-tier sports clubs: the Pau Rugby Team, Élan Béarnais, and Billère Handball. Pau is home to a symphony orchestra (OPPB), organizes various music festivals (EMMAÜS, Summer Festival, Mix & Rafting…), the Crime Fiction Festival, the Comic Strip Festival, the Digital Culture Festival, and the Book Fair...
Pau hosts the Tour de France and organizes an Automobile Grand Prix, an International Three-Day Event, the Kayak World Cup, the Basque Pelota World Cup… Pau is also home to top-tier sports clubs: the Pau Rugby Team, Élan Béarnais, and Billère Handball. Pau is home to a symphony orchestra (OPPB), organizes various music festivals (EMMAÜS, Summer Festival, Mix & Rafting…), the Crime Fiction Festival, the Comic Strip Festival, the Digital Culture Festival, and the Book Fair...
Campus éklore-ed School of Management is located on a leafy campus home to 15,000 students and 3,500 professors and researchers. It is a 10-minute walk from downtown Pau and offers a quiet, friendly, and safe environment for studying and socializing. The campus also features three student cafeterias as well as residence halls and dorms.
Rent a bike in Pau
Biking is a fun and affordable way to get around the city, and a great alternative to taxis, buses, and walking. Use it to commute to work or school, run errands, get to appointments, and more. Your membership entitles you to unlimited use of a bicycle for 24 hours or 7 days, depending on your selection. The first 30 minutes are free. After these first 30 minutes, you will be charged the following amount at the end of your membership, depending on your plan.
A deposit of €150 will be required. Your credit card information is held as a deposit until your membership ends. This deposit will not be charged. It will be charged only if you exceed the rental period or if you damage the bicycle.
Biking is a fun and affordable way to get around the city, and a great alternative to taxis, buses, and walking. Use it to commute to work or school, run errands, get to appointments, and more. Your membership entitles you to unlimited use of a bicycle for 24 hours or 7 days, depending on your selection. The first 30 minutes are free. After these first 30 minutes, you will be charged the following amount at the end of your membership, depending on your plan.
A deposit of €150 will be required. Your credit card information is held as a deposit until your membership ends. This deposit will not be charged. It will be charged only if you exceed the rental period or if you damage the bicycle.
Economy
Pau boasts a rich and diverse ecosystem with major industrial clusters of excellence, including: Aeronautics (Turbomeca, Messier Bugatti Dowty), Geosciences (Total, TIGF), Food Industry (Euralis, Lindt & Sprüngli, Maïsadour), Carbon Fiber (Toray), Chemicals (SOBEGI, Arkema, Total Exploration), the Horse Industry (second largest training center in France), and the Sports Industry (Quiksilver, Oxbow, Tribord-Décathlon, etc.).
Pau boasts a rich and diverse ecosystem with major industrial clusters of excellence, including: Aeronautics (Turbomeca, Messier Bugatti Dowty), Geosciences (Total, TIGF), Food Industry (Euralis, Lindt & Sprüngli, Maïsadour), Carbon Fiber (Toray), Chemicals (SOBEGI, Arkema, Total Exploration), the Horse Industry (second largest training center in France), and the Sports Industry (Quiksilver, Oxbow, Tribord-Décathlon, etc.).
You're in luck! Pau is one of the cheapest cities in France.
Average monthly budget
Average monthly budget
- Rent: €350 / €450
- Food: €250
- Bus: €15
- Electricity/Water: €40
- Internet/Phone: €20
- Home insurance: €15
International Office
The International Office has a long tradition of welcoming international
students enrolled as
exchange students (from one of our partner universities) or as independent students.
All of them receive support from the application process through to their arrival in Pau, as well as during their stay.
All of them receive support from the application process through to their arrival in Pau, as well as during their stay.
"Welcome to France" label
In 2020, éklore-ed School of Management was awarded the one-star “Bienvenue en France” (Welcome to France) label for a period of four years. This label, issued by Campus France, attests to the quality of our institution in terms of welcoming international students.
Watch a presentation of the label