General Questions

What is the difference between a Masters II and a Specialised Masters?

The Master II (Professional or Research) is a diploma delivered to university students after 5 years of higher education in application of the reform of higher education known in France as “LMD” (Bachelor’s Degree – Master’s Degree- Doctorate) which aims among other things at the harmonisation of European post-graduate diplomas.

The Specialised Masters is a label of the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles and is aimed at students who already possess a Masters II  (Professional or Research Masters, business and engineering school graduates) as well as holders of doctorates and working executives.


What is a Specialised Masters?
A Specialised Masters is a quality label attributed since 1986 by the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles, an association of the most prestigious business and engineering schools in France.

Appropriately for its long and short-term aims, the Specialised Masters enables you to build a privileged relationship with the corporate world, through the contents of the programmes, through meeting and working with professionals and through assistance with the development of your “professional project”.

A specialised Masters includes at least 350 hours of work, alternating theory and practice, group work and case studies, and it includes a professional mission.

What is a Master of Science?
The expression Master of Science is widely used throughout the world to designate post-graduate courses, advanced courses with specialised programmes, focussing on a particular theme, a clearly defined sector of activity, a precise profession.

A Master of Science degree is a genuine professional springboard, and the course is designed to respond to a specific corporate demand and to gain a number of years in a specific position.  It may be accessible to holders of a Masters I.

Reims Management School offers a wide range of Specialised Masters and Masters of Science specialising in key corporate and consulting positions.


Accreditations of the Masters programmes:
In addition to the labels attributed by the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles, there are international labels which give us international recognition.

Reims Management School is EQUIS accredited (European Quality Improvement System).  This leading European accreditation is based on the quality of teaching and research, the international dimension of the establishment and partnerships with the corporate world.

The resources and the solidity of the institution have been assessed as fulfilling the highest international standards through its AMBA accreditation (Association of MBAs).
 
The group is also currently finalising its AACSB accreditation, the sign of excellence for all business schools, requiring a precise percentage of the faculty to hold doctorates.

What is the number of students per year?
Depending on the programme, the groups vary between 15 and 30 participants.

Admission Requirements

Is there an age limit for candidates?
There is no age limit.

How does the admissions process operate?
Selection is carried out via the study of the candidates’ application files.  Particular attention is paid to the answers given to questions, an examination of academic results, letters of recommendation and a study of the CV.  If this phase of the application is validated, the candidate is invited to an interview.

What is the purpose of the interview?
The interview is a crucial stage in the admissions process.  The candidate must prepare for it with great care so as to convince the panel of his/her motivation and the appropriateness of the Masters programme chosen for his/her professional project.
The duration of the interview is of 30 minutes and the panel is made up of two members  (the Course director and a member of faculty or an alumni).

When and by whom are the results of the admission process sent?
The results of the admission process are sent by the Admissions Department 10 days after the admission session.

I have been admitted, but am unable to take up my place this year. May I postpone my admission?
Admission is valid for one academic year only.  In exceptional circumstances, admission may be postponed for one year only. You should send a written and reasoned request to the Masters Director before the beginning of the course.

I am applying for a Masters Programme; must I take the TAGE MAGE?
The TAGE MAGE test (Management Studies Aptitude Test) is not obligatory. However, if you obtain a good score this will strengthen your application.

I have passed an English Language test other than the TOEFL, TOEIC or IELTS, may I provide this test as evidence of my level?
Indeed, only these three certificates are accepted to validate your application file.
Moreover, the date of your English test must not be more than two years before the beginning of the academic session chosen.  Otherwise you will be asked to take a multiple-choice English test during the admissions session.

Who must provide the letters of recommendation?
We require letters provided by organisations that have employed the candidate and/or members of academic staff who have been in a position to assess the candidate.  Letters must be signed and bear the official stamp of the company or institution.

Funding

What is the cost of living in Reims?
The cost of living (food and accommodation) are estimated at about € 650 per month.

Do you offer grants to Masters students?
The Masters Department delivers a limited number of grants to overseas students of the programmes taught in Reims, depending on academic, professional and financial criteria.
Interested students must first of all be admitted to the programme.

The Reims Management School Foundation provides for scholarships to be granted to French and overseas students with an exemplary academic career record  (academic excellence, personal achievements etc.).
Financial criteria are also taken into account.

As a company employee, can I request training leave to join one of your programmes?
Some of our students undertake their Masters programme in the context of the French “Congé Individuel de Formation” (Personal Training Leave).  We can assist them with this procedure.

When do tuition fees have to be paid?
An initial deposit of 1500 euros is required as confirmation of registration in each of our programmes, the payment of the rest of the tuition fees is spread over 5 instalments between December and April.

Accommodation in Reims

Where can I find accommodation?
There are halls of residence on the campus of Reims Management School.
This accommodation is attributed according to availability, overseas students being given priority.
Approximate rental fees: €430 per month for a one-room studio.
>> Accommodation at Reims Management School

We have also signed an agreement with the CROUS (university accommodation department) concerning university accommodation near the campus.
Approximate rental fees: €220 per month for a room.

(In both cases it is possible to obtain social housing assistance).