Business + Culture
Unique Experiences
Explore your interest in business and culture
while visiting La Défense, the business district of Grand Paris
Develop your entrepreneurial spirit
by visiting Station F, the world’s largest startup campus coaching 1,000+ startups
Appreciate the amazing architecture
in Paris’ business district, which is reflected in its numerous skyscrapers
1.1 m
Businesses in Paris
69
Open air markets
The Destination
If you’re looking to spend time in one of the world’s most prominent cultural, finance, and commerce centers, look no further than Paris. The capital of France – and the country’s most populous city – is a top tourist destination. You’re sure to fall in love with its historic landmarks, exquisite dining, and charming architecture.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Paris.
Featured Excursion
Participate in excursions to fascinating French locations; previous destinations have included Amboise, Reims, Rouen, Giverny, Chantilly, and Vaux-le-Vicomte
Other Cultural Activities and Tours
- Learn the nuances of the City of Light through a guided tour of Paris
Explore the hidden corners of Parisian culture, art, and society through weekly extracurricular activities - See the Mona Lisa with your own eyes at the Louvre Museum
- Visit the theaters, cafés, and luxury shops of the Champs-Élysées
- Treat yourself to fresh baguettes and croissants at every boulangerie and take a stroll in the gorgeous squares and parks that line the city
- Learn about cheesemaking from a local cheese monger and taste a variety of their products
- Test your skills as a nose at the Fragonard Perfume Museum and learn about the history of perfume-making in southern France
- Take a stroll in the Montparnasse neighborhood, learning about the area’s influence on art and literature, and stop for a crêpe at the end of the visit
Internships
A for-credit internship (in English) allows students the opportunity to gain practical work experience in a local company within a variety of industry sectors. In addition to the on-site business experience, students participating in an internship program have a CIEE weekly classroom component, which provides academic support to their practical experience.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Paris offers diverse housing options to ensure you are comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods around Paris or in close suburbs called ‘la petite couronne,’ with convenient access to public transportation. From apartments to residence halls, you will find your housing is conveniently situated near grocery stores, city supermarkets, cafés, eateries, pharmacies, and everything else you could possibly need.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room in a homestay or a double occupancy room at a shared apartment/residence hall/hotel/aparthotel all located under 50 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport. Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family. Shared apartments boast a kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities. Shared apartments with twin rooms also boast a living room. If you stay in a residence hall/hotel/studio in an aparthotel, you will be housed in twin rooms, which feature a bathroom, a kitchenette, and weekly cleaning. Laundry facilities are available at cost in the facility.
Select Housing: Includes a double occupancy room located under 30 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport or a single room located under 50 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport, in a shared apartment. All students living in the apartment will share a bathroom and a kitchen. Laundry facilities are available within the apartment. Select housing requires an additional fee.
Select Plus Housing: Includes a single room in a shared apartment located under 30 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport. All students living in the apartment share a bathroom and a kitchen. Laundry facilities are available within the apartment. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive.
Meals
Residence hall/hotel/aparthotel and shared apartments: Meals are not included.
Homestays: Host families provide breakfast daily, plus five additional meals per week.
Academics
The Business + Culture program offers students the opportunity to explore topics related to international business at CIEE Paris. Students will take at least two business courses at one of our esteemed partner universities: EDC Paris Business School and ISC Paris Business School.
Students can explore interests via a range of elective courses at CIEE Paris. Students who have taken four or more semesters of French (or equivalent) will have the option to take CIEE courses in French, but no language course is required for admission to the program.
Coursework will be complemented by overnight and day trip excursions to local businesses and cultural sites. Additionally, students can choose to participate in a credit-bearing internship in English to gain practical work experience in a company within a variety of French industry sectors.
Official Fall exams at EDC and ISC take place in late December (Fall semester) and late April/early May (spring semester). While the host institutions instruct faculty to allow for early exams with single-semester international students across the board, as a precaution these early exams should be confirmed on an individual basis with the professor at the start of the regular semester session, during the add/drop period. It is up to the discretion of each professor to offer exams before the start of the official examination periods. Professors are not required to offer early exams; therefore, housing will be covered until exams are complete; students must remain on-site until assessment is complete.
Arizona State University: Enhance your international academic coursework with optional online courses that best align with your degree requirements and interests. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar, so you can study abroad with CIEE while continuing to meet all your academic goals.
Course Information
For students who want to take classes in French (CIEE courses only): Four semesters of college-level French (or equivalent) are required.
Academic Projects
Agriculture
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Social Sciences
Languages and Cultural Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
Academic Projects
Agriculture
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Social Sciences
Languages and Cultural Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
EDC Paris Business School
Created in 1951, EDC PARIS is one of the oldest business schools in France. Owned by its alumni for more than 20 years, in 2017 EDC PARIS joined the Planeta Group, which provides training to more than 100 000 students on three continents.
For years, EDC PARIS’ field of specialization and expertise has been entrepreneurship and luxury brand management, for which it regularly ranks first in France. CIEE Paris BC students in the EDC track take courses from the Bachelor of Science in Management Program: https://www.edcparis.edu/en/programs/bachelor-management and/or the Grande Ecole Program (years 1 – 3):
Course offerings may vary from semester to semester. Courses are taught in English and are typically 1 to 3 U.S. credits each (2.5 to 5 ECTS credits). Here is a sample of EDC courses in English:
Fall courses (in English)
Bachelor of Science in Management Program:
- Corporate finance
- Corporate social responsibility issues & trends
- Digital transformation
- Entrepreneurial ecosystems
- Financial accounting
- Global contemporary issues
- Human resource management
- International business development & Business assignment
- International business law
- International development strategy
- Introduction to accounting
- Introduction to cross cultural management
- Knowledge & challenges of the luxury industry
- Management of large international accounts
- Sales & Customer relationship management
- Strategic marketing
- Sustainable management /CSR
Grand Ecole Program:
- Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
- Principles of Economics
- Quantitative Decision Support Methods I
- Sales & Customer Relationship Management
- Soft Skills: Team Building
- Financial Analysis
- Human Resource Management
- Organizational Behaviour
- Quantitative Decision Support Methods III
- Soft Skills: Connection to Others & Communication
- Strategic & Operational Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
- Introduction to Cross Cultural Management
- Project Management & Information Systems Management
- Strategic Management
- Sustainable Management /CSR
Spring Courses (in English)
Bachelor of Science in Management Program:
- Artificial intelligence challenges
- Change management
- Cost accounting
- Financial analysis & corporate finance
- International digital business
- International human resources
- Introduction to economics
- Management accounting & cost analysis
- Operational marketing
- Operations management
- Organizational behavior & human resources
- Organizational theory
Grand Ecole Program:
- Management accounting & cost analysis
- Market studies & Sphinx
- Organizational theory
- Principles of economics II
- Quantitative decision Support methods II
- Climate Change
- Coding and apps creation
- Financial mathematics/Advanced data analysis
- Operations management
- Artificial intelligence challenges
- Change management
- International digital business
- International human resources
- Management control
ISC Paris Business School
Established in 1963, the ISC Paris Group is one of France’s few private, independent higher education groups, founded by business and educational visionary Paul Icard. The ISC Paris Business School holds three international accreditations: AACSB, AMBA, and EPAS. CIEE Paris BC students take courses from the Bachelor of Business Administration Program:
Course offerings may vary from semester to semester. Courses are taught in English and are typically 1, 1.5, or 2 U.S. credits each (2, 3, or 4 ECTS credits, respectively). Here is a sample of ISC courses in English:
Fall courses (in English)
- Business Communications
- Business Economics
- Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Company Performance Optimization
- Digital Commerce
- Human Resource Management
- Introduction to Marketing
- Marketing Management
- Research Methodology
- Strategic Marketing
- Team Management
Spring Courses (in English)
- Business Statistics
- Creativity and Design Thinking
- Cross Cultural Communication
- Digital Marketing
- Financial Management
- Principles of Business Law
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
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Government and Public Administration
Gain insight into global policy-making, diplomatic relations, and governance practices in agencies, nonprofits, and firms.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2025 18 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $20,950 | |
| Program Fall 2025 18 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $20,950 | |
| Program Fall 2024 18 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $20,950 |
| Program Academic year 2024-2025 38 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $12,956**
Housing = $7,500***
Insurance = $194
Total Fees = $20,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $1,944†
International Airfare = $1,250††
Local Transportation = $380
Books & Supplies = $300
Visa Fees = $420†††
Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500††††
Personal expenses = $300†††††
Total Costs = $5,094Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
Select Housing Fee = $1,500
Select Plus Housing Fee = $2,500
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide breakfast and 5 meals a week. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $388 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††average cost, including Campus France fees
††††If no consulate in your home area
†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $12,956**
Housing = $7,500***
Insurance = $194
Total Fees = $20,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $1,728†
International Airfare = $1,250††
Local Transportation = $440
Books & Supplies = $300
Visa Fees = $420†††
Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500††††
Personal expenses = $300†††††
Total Costs = $4,938Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide breakfast and 5 meals a week. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $388 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††average cost, including Campus France fees
††††If no consulate in your home area
†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $14,456**
Housing = $6,000***
Insurance = $194
Total Fees = $20,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $1,728†
International Airfare = $1,250††
Local Transportation = $440
Books & Supplies = $300
Visa Fees = $393†††
Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500††††
Personal expenses = $300†††††
Total Costs = $4,911Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
Select Housing Fee = $750
Select Plus Housing Fee = $1,500
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide breakfast and 5 meals a week. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $388 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††average cost, including Campus France fees
††††If no consulate in your home area
†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Some Meals
For students living in homestays
Our Staff
Delphine Mauny
Center Director
A born-and-bred Parisian, Delphine has extensive experience in international education, having worked with American high school students, college students, and adults traveling to France.
Franck Le Gac
Academic Director
Franck oversees the coordination, quality, and planning of all courses and educational programing in Paris. He is responsible for faculty staffing, finalization of syllabi, the course evaluation process, and program...
Linda Ponte
Student Life Manager
With a background in intercultural communication, Linda is a key contact for students and helps participants discover and understand the French culture.
Get Started
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Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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Interested in an optional internship?
After being accepted to this program and submitting the required internship documents, work with CIEE staff on your internship goals and select which positions to interview for. CIEE will reach out to companies that would be a good fit for you, your interests, and your qualifications. Finalize your internship placement upon arrival!
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