International cooperation
International Summer School 2025
Choose one of the following courses in Le Havre: 27 June to 10 July 2025
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Doing business in a changing world
Navigating the business opportunities in a challenging world
By Dr Yihan WANG, PhD, Associate professor in strategic management at EM Normandie
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Entrepreneurship in a digital and a sustainable world
Becoming a responsible and connected entrepreneur
By Dr Roland CONDOR, PhD, Associate professor in entrepreneurship at EM Normandie
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Sports & Social media: building fan engagement
Build your project management skills to cope with digital business environment
By Alex MENA, visiting lecturer at EM Normandie
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Venturing for social good – ideation expedition
Imagine a world where business is driving positive change. Then create it.
By Dr Agnieszka Zur, Assistant professor at Krakow University of Economics
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Introduction to Data Analysis using Python and ChatGPT
Make GPT code for you
By Dr Farrokh Sheikhahmadi, Assistant professor in supply chain management at EM Normandie
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French as a foreign language – beginner level
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By Laurence Lemée, French professor at EM Normandie
And / or
Choose an online course
27 June to 10 July 2025 (time zone convenient for the Americas)
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Finance 360: INVESTMENTS, AI, AND TRADING MASTERY
Rule #1: never lose money. Rule #2: never forget rule #1 (Warren Buffet)
By Dr Charbel Salloum, PhD, professor in finance at EM Normandie
And / or
Choose one of the following courses in Paris:
11 to 24 July 2025
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Global business dynamics and challenges in Europe
Navigating Europe’s business landscape: where global meets local
By Dr Olivier LAMOTTE, PhD, professor in international strategy at EM Normandie
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Leadership & Becoming
Reconnect with your authentic self and follow your path of empowerment – to unlock one’s true purpose and your unique potential.
By Dr Maryse MATTA, PhD, Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)
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Creation in luxury universes
Enter the world of creation in luxury
By Sébastien Girard, visiting professor at EM Normandie
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Entertainment marketing
From movie theaters to streaming: navigating the evolution of entertainment marketing
By Dr Julian HOFMANN, PhD, associate professor in marketing at EM Normandie
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Project Management in the Digital Era
Develop your project management skills to successfully cope with the challenge of digital business environment
By Dr Josip Maric, PhD, associate professor in information systems at EM Normandie
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French as a foreign language – beginner level
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By Philippe Hermelin, French professor
And / or
Choose an online course:
11 July to 24 July 2025 (time zone convenient for Africa, Middle East, Asia, Oceania)
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Finance 360: Investments, AI, and Trading Mastery
Rule #1: never lose money. Rule #2: never forget rule #1 (Warren Buffet)
By Dr Charbel Salloum, PhD, professor in finance at EM Normandie
Requirements
The Summer School is open to Undergraduate and Graduate students providing that applicants have the pre-requisites specified in the course’s syllabus.
For non-native English speakers: B2 (CEFR) or equivalent (TOEFL IBT 72, IELTS 5.0, TOEIC 750) is highly recommended.
Live an authentic experience with cultural visits (on-site students only)
For students who will join the summer school on-site, EM Normandie will organise cultural visits to enable you to discover the beauty of Normandy and Paris.
Honfleur, with its picturesque port and charming little streets, and Étretat, famous for its spectacular cliffs, will seduce you with their unspoilt nature. Le Havre, with its historic port, immerses you in the region's maritime heritage. In Paris, the Opéra Garnier dazzles with its grandiose architecture, while a cruise on the Seine reveals the capital's iconic monuments. A perfect blend of history, culture and exceptional landscapes.
Overview of the 2024 Summer School Experience
Accommodation
For students who will join our summer school on site, EM Normandie has partnerships with several student residences, hotels and youth hostels in Le Havre and Paris area. Upon registration, we will provide you with an accommodation guide to help you organize your stay with us.
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Accommodation in Le Havre
Le Havre
Student residences
Odalys Campus Le Havre Les Docks
- Studio (1 person) - 54.30€/night/person
- 54 rue Charles Laffitte, 76600 LE HAVRE
- 5 minutes walk distance from the train station
- 10 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- 10 minutes from the beach by tram
- Free Wifi ; equipped kitchenette (microwave, hob, fridge and hood), a bathroom with WC, brand new residence
- Laundry room and gym room available
Youth hostels
- Bed in a shared dormitory – 27€/night/person (including express breakfast, a towel)
- Single room – 73€/night (including express breakfast)
- Twin room – 77€/night (including express breakfast)
- 42 rue Bonnivet 76600 LE HAVRE
- 5 minutes walk distance from the train station
- 10 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- 10 minutes from the beach by tram
- Free Wifi, brand new hostel with an animated food court, laundry room available
- Bed in a shared dormitory – around 25€/night/person
- Bedroom – around 65€/night/person
- 76 rue Charles Laffitte 76600 LE HAVRE
- 5 minutes walk distance from the train station
- 10 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- 10 minutes from the beach by tram
- Free Wifi, brand new hostel with an animated roof top, laundry room available
Hotels
Odalys City Le Havre Centre Les Docks
- Studio (1 person) – 61.70€/night
- 95 quai Colbert 76600 LE HAVRE
- 5 minutes walk distance from the train station
- 10 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- 10 minutes from the beach by tram
- Free Wifi, brand new hotel, equipped kitchenette (microwave, hob, fridge and hood), a bathroom with WC, brand new hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Access Le Havre Les Docks
- Studio (1 person) - 56€/night (breakfast included)
- 66 rue Aviateur Guerin 76600 LE HAVRE
- 10 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
Airbnb in Le Havre
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Accommodation in Paris
Paris
Student residences
Odalys City Paris Levallois-Clichy
- Studio (1 person) – 52€/night
- 34 rue Jules Verne 92300 LEVALLOIS-PERRET
- 11 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- Free Wifi ; equipped kitchenette (hob, small fridge, microwave, bathroom with shower, hair dryer) ; laundry facilities, fitness room.
- Studio (1 person) – 64.30€/night
- 9 rue Camille Claudel 92110 CLICHY
- 20 minutes walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- Free Wifi ; brand new residence, equipped kitchenette (hob, small fridge, microwave, bathroom with shower, hair dryer) ; laundry facilities, fitness room, rooftop
Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Access Paris Clichy
- Studio (1 person) – 93€/night
- 19-23 avenue Anatole France 92110 CLICHY
- 1 minute walk distance from EM Normandie Campus
- Free Wifi ; equipped kitchenette (hob, small fridge, microwave, bathroom with shower, hair dryer)
Airbnb in Paris
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Fees
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Fees
1 course (on-site) - 6 ECTS
Regular: € 1,500 / € 1,200*
Partner university: € 990 / € 790*
* Early Bird : if registration before 30 April 2025
1 course (online) – 6 ECTS
Regular: € 950 / € 760*
Partner university: € 625 / € 500*
* Early Bird : if registration before 30 April 2025
2 courses - 12 ECTS
Regular: € 2,750 / € 2,200*
Partner university: € 1,820 / € 1,450*
* Early Bird : if registration before 30 April 2025
What’s included
- 1 or 2 courses (6 to 12 ECTS)
- ECTS transcript of records
- Certificate of achievement
- City guided tour (Le Havre and/or Paris) - (on-site students only)
- 2 or 4 cultural excursions (on-site students only)
- Social events (on-site students only)
- Collective transport from Le Havre to Paris (if you choose 2 courses) - (on-site students only)
- Administrative fee
What is not included
- Logistics costs from your home to EM Normandie and vice versa
- Administrative costs (passport, visa etc.)1
- Travel , health and liability insurance
- Accomodation during the stay
- Food , extras and personal expenses
1 Please feel free to contact us if you have any question about immigration process, or to ask for an invitation letter, after full registration and payment.
Payment
Payment
Online payment via Flywire banking solution, after acceptance of the application.
140+ currencies available.Cancellation fees
Minimum € 195 depending on the date of cancellation (please read our terms and conditions).
6 reasons to join EM Normandie Summer School
- Participate in a 2 or 4 weeks international experience
- Earn 6 to 12 ECTS (one course of 6 ECTS represents 30 contact-hours + self-study time. See syllabus for more details.)
- Sharpen your knowledge and skills within a variety of business subjects
- Build your network and exchange with international experts
- Enjoy cultural visits as well as social events
- EM Normandie is awarded « Welcome to France » label, with three stars, the highest level of qualification, for four years.
Lecturers
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Lecturers in Le Havre
Dr. Yihan WANG, PhD | Doing Business in a changing world
Yihan Wang is an Associate Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship. He joined EM Normandie in 2020. He has a PhD in Administration (Specialist field: international business) from HEC Montreal, Canada, awarded in 2019. His thesis is an analysis of the Chinese aerospace industry. His research and teaching areas are international strategy, innovation networks and regional development. He is also Academic Director of Graduate program International Business.
Dr Roland Condor | PhD, Entrepreneurship in a digital and a sustainable world
Roland Condor is an Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship. He joined EM Normandie in 2001. He has a PhD in management science from the Université de Caen-Normandie, awarded in 2002. His thesis is on project design in small enterprises. His research interests are collective entrepreneurship, namely in agricultural fields. He is the Chairholder of the "Entrepreneurial Models in Agriculture" Chair.
Alex Mena | Sports & social media : building fan engagement
Formerly an NCAA athlete and javelin thrower, Alex Mena’s passion for learning has driven him to train with various Olympic coaches and at elite training centers across the United States. He currently serves as the Associate Athletic Director for Compliance at the University of Illinois Chicago. He joined UIC in 2022 after extensive experience in athletic administration at Southern Utah University, UTRGV, Drexel University, & Savannah State University. Mena holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and a Master of Science in Healthcare Management from the University of New Orleans. His professional interests include NCAA Division I compliance, entrepreneurship & workflow optimization. Additionally, he is the founder of AMAP Media, specializing in optimizing online marketing visibility to practitioners in the healthcare field.
Dr Agnieszka Zur | PhD, Venturing for social good - ideation expedition
Agnieszka Żur is an academic educator and researcher. She works in the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Cracow University of Economics and is the Director of Executive MBA Program at the University Business School. Her research and publication record is dedicated to social entrepreneurship, specifically individual-level factors of synergizing social and business goals, as well as micro-foundations of social entrepreneurs’ decisions. Reviewer for several Impact Factor journals and member of Editorial Board of Social Entrepreneurship Review. She has a long and extensive experience in teaching (BA, MA, MBA, PhD students) - author of course programs based on flipped classroom, design thinking and social constructivist and student-centered pedagogy. She is a MOOC developer and coauthor of an award winning Massive Open Online Course on Intrapreneurship and laureate of Teaching Innovation and Entrepreneurship Excellence International Awards 2018. Certified trainer and academic tutor. Her management expertise lies in quality assurance of teaching and learning. She serves as peer review team member on EFMD accreditation processes.
Farrokh Sheikhahmadi | Introduction to data analysis using Python and ChatGPT
Farrokh Sheikhahmadi is Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management and he joined the EM Normandie business school in 2024. He is PhD Student in Management Science at l'Université du Havre Normandie and he has an MBA in strategic management. His thesis is about the application of digital innovations and data-driven methods in logistics, with a focus on different types of transport services including intermodal, multimodal and synchromodal transport. His recent researches have been mainly focused on the application of quantitative and analytical methods in logistic services.
Laurence Lemée | French as a foreign language (beginner level)
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Lecturers in Paris
Dr Olivier Lamotte, PhD | Global business dynamics and challenges in Europe
Olivier Lamotte is a Professor of Economics and International Strategy. He joined EM Normandie in 2019. He has a PhD from the Université de Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, awarded in 2005 and an accreditation to supervise research from Aix-Marseille Université, awarded in 2018. His thesis is on the economic integration and the internationalisation of companies. His research interests are internationalisation strategies, multinational companies, innovation and emerging economies. During his career he has carried out consultancy and research roles for various public and private organisations. He has also held visiting researcher posts abroad (Japan, UK, USA).
Dr Maryse Matta, PhD | Leadership & Becoming
Fluently bilingual, culturally diverse and a lifelong learner, Maryse’s distinctive academic and professional trajectory has taken her from architecture to project management to obtain a PhD in leadership. This unique blend gives her the ability to navigate with agility from abstract ideas to tangible results, to see issues from a bird’s eye view to the minute details to plan, implement and execute. Her unique background coupled with diverse experience give her a cross cultural sensitivity, knowledge and deep understanding of the human spirit to unlock potential.
Sébastien Girard | Creation in luxury universes
Founder of Icon-Icon, Sébastien is an MBA graduate from ESSEC Business School and also from the Institut Français de la Mode. After a spell in consulting at Ernst & Young in Toronto, he joined Philips in Mergers & Acquisitions and then Motorola as EMEA Marketing Director, where he worked on the Dolce & Gabbana phone and then EMEA Marketing Director for Prada (LG) Phone. He is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt. He also advises French start-ups at the ‘L'Escalator’ incubator. He teaches luxury and art, branding, storytelling, press relations, digital marketing and the marketing mix at institutions such as the Institut Français de la Mode, EDHEC, SKEMA, Ecole Ferrandi, CMH Paris, EM Normandie, Ecole Ferrières, Ecole Française Des Attachés De Presse and Université Paris Dauphine. He is the author of a book entitled ‘Instagramming: L'Art De Développer Une Marque De Luxe Sur Instagram...’.
Dr Julian Hofmann | PhD, Entertainment marketing
Julian Hofmann is a Professor of Marketing. He joined EM Normandie in 2016. He has a PhD in Management Science from the University of Cologne, Germany, awarded in 2012. His thesis is on brand management. His research interest is brand management, focusing on the entertainment and sport industries. He is the Head of Marketing Department.
Julian Hofmann’s full biography
Dr Josip Maric | PhD, Project management in the digital era
Josip Marić is an Associate Professor in Information Systems. He joined EM Normandie in 2020. He has a PhD in management science from the Université de Montpellier, awarded in 2018. His thesis is on sustainable development and digital transformation, with a specific focus on the implications of 3D printing technology. His research interests are Information Systems (IS), operations management, innovation and entrepreneurship. His research focuses mainly on digital technology, digital transformation, innovation and sustainable development. He is Academic Director of M1/M2 DESMI.
Philippe Hermelin | French as a foreign language (beginner level)
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Online lecturers
Dr Charbel Salloum | PhD, Finance 360: Investments, AI and trading mastery
Charbel Salloum is Professor of Finance and an Academic Director at EM Normandie Business School in France. He holds an HDR from Lille University and a Ph.D. from Aix-Marseille 3. He joined the George Washington University (GWU) School of Business in the United States of America as a part-time faculty and a visiting professor for almost six years. He is a Fulbright Visiting Scholar alumnus. His research works revolve around corporate governance, entrepreneurship, CSR/CSiR, leadership and gender diversity. Despite his academic and research activities, he acts as a business consultant for family business firms in Europe and in the Middle East.
