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When comparing MBA programs, the Edhec Business School and IIM Ahmedabad can be subjectively compared based on personal preferences, professional aspirations, and the unique advantages of each school. One of India's top management schools, IIM Ahmedabad is renowned for its demanding academic program, knowledgeable faculty, robust alumni network, and first-rate job placement chances.

The Edhec Business School France may provide a broader global perspective, while the curriculum of IIM Ahmedabad is geared toward the Indian corporate sector.

Career Objectives: Evaluate if your objectives are better suited for chances in India or globally.

Considering all the above factors a candidate can select a college according to his requirements.

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The MBAs’ choice to invest in themselves and to prepare for a new, more sustainable world proved to be a good one, with 96% of the 2022 cohort receiving job offers within three months of finishing their studies. Technology was the leading sector for EDHEC MBAs, chosen by 23% of graduates. 16% of the cohort landed financial services roles, 18% chose a career in consulting, while packaged goods, retail & e-commerce, and (green) energy rounded out the top six industries. 

The job opportunities after an Executive MBA are numerous and you can access various levels of responsibility, depending on your professional objectives. After the programme, you will find opportunities in all sectors, such as financial services, tech, healthcare, energy, etc. With your new vision and skills, you will be able to access a senior management position or even to join the board of directors.

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There are various ways in which applying to EDHEC business School France is different from applying to other French universities:

Applying to EDHEC was a no-brainer because it is one of the top Business Schools in France and has an impeccable reputation across Europe. EDHEC boasts all the resources, world-class faculty, and infrastructure one could ask for.

EDHEC is one of Europe's top 10 business schools.

EDHEC Business School is one of the top institutions in Lille, France, thanks to an unusual dynamic that has lifted EDHEC campuses to the highest worldwide standards in just ten years. In the QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2022, it is placed 101.

The EDHEC Global MBA is regularly ranked among the top programmes worldwide for various criteria, for example, #1 in Europe for new career opportunities and #1 worldwide for diversity (The Economist) and Return on Investment (QS), #3 worldwide for ESG according to the Financial Times. The school has been among the first Business Schools worldwide to receive the 'triple-crown, recognised for the excellence of its programmes by AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS alike.

EDHEC offers different, merit-based scholarships. Every qualifying student gets a scholarship without the need to apply separately. EDHEC’s transparent scholarship policy provides valuable financial assistance to candidates.  A brilliant, talented young woman, Vrushali herself was awarded a Scholarship for Excellence.

EDHEC ensures that courses are in line with the market and with the support of international Advisory Boards, company leaders share their expertise to guide the future of programmes. In addition to academic learning, EDHEC puts a strong focus on Action Learning where MBA participants learn from real life case studies from businesses across the globe. Designed to give students an international overview of business,  the programme gives students a firsthand experience of various industries and their business models through field and business trips to different countries.

The advantage of living in a campus is that you will meet a lot of new people who are enrolled in other programmes as well.

Campus Residence is also the safest option since it has 24/7 surveillance. No one from outside can enter without permission. One can always roam around the campus safely and the view is absolutely stunning, especially during the spring and the summer with all those flowers blooming up. As someone who is always passionate about photography, I can find countless beautiful frames inside this vast campus. EDHEC Campus is home for at least a dozen species of birds, many insect varieties including honeybees, many flower varieties, etc.” 

If you wish to study at the Esade Business School, below are the general cost requirements -

1) Undergraduate programs - The annual tuition fee for Esade's Global Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme is €22,000, equivalent to around INR 17.6 lakhs.

2) Graduate degrees- Master's programs at Esade usually have tuition fees ranging from €22,000 to €32,000 per year, approximately converting to INR 17.6 Lacs to INR 25.6 Lacs per year.

Apart from the above, you also need to consider living expenses -

1) Housing - Student accomodation can cost anything between INR 32,000 to INR 64,000 per month. 

2) Food - Around €200 to €300 per month, or INR 16,000 to INR 24,000 per month. 

3) Transportation - Public transport is relatively cheaper and can cost you around INR 3,200.

A score of 85 in the TOEFL exam is a decent score, however, the minimum required TOEFL score for admission to EDHEC Business School varies depending on the programme of study.

However, the school wants students who are really good at English for their programs. Specifically, if you're applying to the full-time MBA program, they're looking for a minimum TOEFL score of 93. Some of the other course-specific requirements are Executive MBA: 95, MSc: 100+, Master's programs: 100+.

The typical TOEFL score falls at about 90, ranging between 85 and 95. A score of 100 or more is seen as quite good. Esade Business School also accepts alternative English proficiency tests such as TOEIC, IELTS, Certificate in Advanced English, GMAT, and GMAT Focus Edition Test.

Edhec Business School offers several scholarships for Indian students. Here are the some of scholarships which are provided are

1.The Qatar Airways Scholarship: This scholarship is open to Indian students pursuing a master's degree at Edhec.

2.The EIFFEL Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. It covers tuition fees, a monthly allowance, and various other benefits. To apply for this scholarship, you need to be nominated by Edhec and meet certain eligibility criteria.

3.The Edhec India Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is exclusively for Indian students applying to the Global MBA or MiM programs. It provides financial support towards tuition fees. 

These are the some of the scholarships. 

EDHEC Business School has built a vast network of prestigious academic partners around the world for student exchange, summer programmes and double degrees. For many years, EDHEC has pioneered a truly cross-cultural and international approach with students, faculty, international corporate partners and alumni from around the globe. As a result, the school itself has become a fantastic melting-pot with international students and faculty representing +110 nationalities on our campuses. EDHEC is proud to welcome over 450 incoming exchange students per year from partner schools. Whether it is for a short programme or a double degree, you will gain an intense academic and cultural experience.“

With more than 1000 international new comers welcomed every year.

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