SAI students attending the summer program at the Paris School of Business embark on an enriching two-week academic adventure. Visiting students earn 3 US credits from one of the premier business schools in France by completing an intensive course of study in one of the following areas: Luxury Brand Management or Artificial Intelligence for Business. These focused business courses enroll a limited number of participants and provide students with the opportunity to work closely with PSB's world-class faculty, while discovering the beauty and richness of The City of Light.
Application: Closed
Application Requirements
Complete online application
Personal statement (300-500 words)
Official transcript
Current resume
Passport scan (photo page)
Digital photo (passport style)
EU privacy consent form
Highlights
- The Paris School of Business is AACSB and accredited.
- Choose from 3 cutting-edge business topics for an intensive two-week academic experience.
- A variety of cultural activities are included, such as guided walking tours of the city and museum visits.
Program Dates
June 24, 2024 – July 5, 2024
Eligibility Requirements
Age: 18+
Academic Year: Sophomore (2nd year) or above
* contact SAI if you don’t meet requirements
Cumulative GPA:* 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
English Language:* Non-native English language speakers must prove a minimum CEFR B2 level of proficiency, equivalent to TOEFL 72+, or IELTS 6.5+.
- Understand the Luxury-of-today: Balancing between legacy, sustainability and the willingness to shift paradigms;
- Appreciate the key specificities of the luxury business in terms of product, services and managerial practices;
- Investigate specific Luxury segments, and grasp the key aspects of Luxury brand management, the impact of the digital, the new Luxury customers segmentation and the main business models;
- marketing characteristics.
Jan Term students at PSB apply for one of the following courses to earn 3 US academic credits:
- Luxury Brand Management
- Artificial Intelligence for Business
Courses are intensive and will include classroom work, lectures, and workshops, as well as visits to Parisian businesses and cultural activities. All activities will be completed within the two week program schedule.
Course Registration
SAI students preselect their concentration as part of the enrollment process. Please contact your SAI Admissions Counselor with any questions you may have about selecting your concentration.
| Pre-Departure Calendar | |
|---|---|
| March 16 2024 |
Application Closes Applications accepted after closing as space permits. |
| Within 1 week of acceptance |
SAI Deposits Due $500 Confirmation Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable) |
| March 26 2024 |
50% of Total Program Fee Due Students who are accepted and submit SAI deposits after this date will have an amended pay schedule. Either 50% or 100% of Program Fee will be due within 5 business days, based on the deposit payment date. |
| March 30 2024 |
Enrollment Closes Students must complete their enrollment, including paying deposits, by this date. |
| April 10 2024 |
SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Students wishing to defer payment until financial aid disbursement must submit the financial aid verification forms to SAI by this date. |
| April 25 2024 |
Balance of Total Program Fee Due |
| On-Site Calendar | |
|---|---|
| June 24 2024 |
Arrival & Housing Check-in Students arrive at Charles de Gaulle (CDG) airport. SAI airport pickup is provided between 9:00am and 12:00 noon, and students are transferred to SAI housing. |
| June 24 2024 |
SAI Orientation Mandatory SAI orientation is held at the SAI Paris office and introduces students to their city while covering safety, policies, housing, and culture. |
| June 24 2024 |
PSB Academic Orientation PSB orientation introduces students to the school and professors, and includes activities to get to know classmates. |
| June 25 2024 |
Classes Begin |
| July 5 2024 |
Classes End |
| July 5 2024 |
Program End & Housing Check-out Students must move out of SAI housing by 10:00am to return home or pursue independent travel. |
| SAI Program Fees* | USD |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $120 |
| Security Deposit Refundable at the end of the term. |
$300 |
| Program Fee Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What’s Included). |
$5,075 |
| Optional / Additional Fees: | |
| International Mailing Supplement When applicable, students are charged an international mailing supplement to ensure visa paperwork arrives in a timely manner. |
$90 |
*prices are subject to change
Note: certain SAI-affiliated US universities require specific payment arrangements. These may require that some fees are paid by the student directly to SAI, and other fees are paid to SAI by the affiliated university on behalf of the student. If you attend a SAI-affiliated university please contact your study abroad office or speak with your SAI Admissions Counselor for details.
| Budget | Low Est. | High Est. |
|---|---|---|
| Airfare to/from Paris |
$900 | $1,200 |
| Visa |
$350 | $450 |
| Books, Supplies & Course Fees |
$100 / course | $450 / course |
| Meals Includes groceries and eating out. |
$400 / month | $800 / month |
| Personal Expenses | $350 / month | $450 / month |
| Transportation within Paris Public transportation with some taxi rides. |
$125 / month | $150 / month |
| Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student. |
$300 / month | $1,000 / month |
This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!
- Program tuition and U.S. academic credit
- Accommodation in carefully selected student housing
- Airport pickup and transportation on arrival day
- Welcome reception and events
- SAI orientation to the host city and school
- SAI staff on-site dedicated to fostering a welcoming community for all students by providing assistance to diverse needs
- SAI Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities & trips outside host city
- Student health insurance providing full coverage and medical emergency evacuation
- 24-hour on-site emergency support
- Farewell event with all students
Pre-departure and Re-entry services
- US-based admissions counselor assigned to you, providing friendly assistance
- Helpful pre-departure tools and resources
- Online student groups to acquaint you with other SAI students
- SAI Student Visa consulting
- Assistance with financial aid processing
- Need-based SAI scholarships
- Paid registration fees for national re-entry conferences
- SAI Ambassador Program for SAI alumni, with paid internship opportunities
- SAI alumni network
PSB organizes cultural visits in and around Paris to help students learn about Parisian culture. Details of the PSB activity calendar will be posted when they become available.
Standard Housing: Student residence
Private room accommodations are provided in a student residence hall. Housing includes a meal plan, providing breakfast and lunch on all weekdays.
Passports
Passports should be valid for 3 months after planned departure from France.
Student Visas
In accordance with French law students studying in France for 91 or more days are required to obtain a student visa. Therefore, US students are not required to obtain a student visa for this program. Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.