Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025(Enrolled 2024)
What Students Say
Likes
- Range of specializations and double degree option. Montpellier Business School offers a wide range of specializations in various fields like finance, luxury, marketing, entrepreneurship etc. I studied International Business for the completion of my Bachelor's degree. MBS also allows to secure double degrees with partner universities which helps in career advancements.
- Diverse environment MBS receives students from throughout the globe which helps extremely in making friends with different nationalities and netwerk with faculties from the world. It's obviously the highlight of my time in MBS as I learned about different countries, languages and cultures.
- Focus on sustainability MBS makes sure to include ethical business practices and sustainability into it's academic curriculum. In a fast growing world like today, I felt it was important to learn about such ethics.
Dislikes
- INTERNSHIP AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES TO BE BROADER! The biggest issue I faced at MBS was the limited exposure to internship and job opportunities. Job seekers may find it difficult to secure a job in France as we have to build our own network here. The career center at MBS isn't readily there to help you find a job even if you're struggling hard.
- French language barrier Unrelated to MBS, this is something you'll face in france if you don't speak french. Less french=Less opportunities. If you wanna network and make friends, you have to learn french.
- Attendance is tight The attendance system at MBS is tighter than I expected. You can't miss more than 2 classes of a subject unless you provide a proof (mostly medical). This can be difficult at times or in cases of emergencies.
Scholarship Received
MBS
1,000
Course Curriculum
8
- The course wasn't very difficult personally. It was a mix of theoretical and practical studies. Every course (subject) had group presentations as 50% of the academic score and your personal growth and scores in the exam added up to the other 50%.
- The most positive aspect was the inclusion of different people into one group, which honestly taught you to work in a group and be patient. The negative aspect was also the same; you didn't always work with the people you wanted to. Others might work and submit on time or may not.
- There were sometimes 1 or even 3 classes in a day and each class lasted for 3 hours. It depends on the professor and classroom availability and it was added in the school application for each student.
- In my class, there were around 45 students and there were only 3 indians (including me) in the whole batch.
Admission Experience
- I only applied to MBS as I had completed two years of my bachelor’s in India and was looking to join directly in the third year to secure an International degree. Very few colleges offered direct third-year entry, and MBS was one of the options that matched my academic path and transfer needs, so I focused solely on that.
- I looked into other options like Toulouse Business School but it only offered direct admission in the 2nd year.
- As I mentioned above, the reasons to choose this particular college.
- The admission process at MBS (for bachelor's) is an Aptitude test followed by an English test and an interview in English. The bachelor's students take a pre-recorded interview, while the master's students take the interview with an admission counsellor or jury member.
- These tests are not necessary or wouldn't be taken if you provide them an IELTS or GMAT score.
- The overall experience wasn't any hassle, to be honest. It was quite simple for me, though I know other people who applied and failed the tests.
- I applied for the September intake because bachelor's usually start in the fall intake, unlike master's programs, which can start in the January intake as well. So frankly, I didn't have a choice.
- I applied at MBS in Nov-Dec 2023 and got accepted in January 2024 (during the first week). I paid the first installment of 3000 euros in February. Then the accommodation process, embassy interview and other legal formalities took about 3-4 months and then I finally applied for my visa in July 2024 and received my visa in 2 days. I came to France on Aug 19, 2024 and started school in September.
Faculty
8
- In my course, the faculty-to-student ratio was quite balanced—usually around 1 professor for every 40-45 students, depending on the subject.
- The teaching methodology at MBS leans heavily on practical application. Classes are a mix of lectures, case studies, group work, and real-world business simulations. Many professors have significant industry experience, and they bring that into the classroom.
- Some of the faculty members did assist students but others did not or they did not have any industry experience.
- Among the faculty, I particularly admired Remi Le Goff, who taught research methodology, which was the course that guided us to write our thesis. He was the most supportive and one of the youngest professors at the university. He always encourages critical thinking rather than just learning. What made him stand out to me was his genuine passion for teaching and his interest in helping students grow, not just academically but professionally too.
Campus Life
10
- As of now, MBS has a single main campus located in Montpellier, France.
- In terms of facilities, MBS offers most of what students need for both academic and personal development. The library is well-stocked and includes plenty of digital resources and study areas. There are computer labs, co-working spaces, and multiple quiet zones for group or solo study. While the sports facilities on campus are somewhat limited.
- One of the highlights of life at MBS is the student-led events and clubs. The school has a wide range of student associations, covering everything from entrepreneurship and finance to arts, sports, and social impact.
- StartUp Week: A week-long innovation challenge where students pitch and develop real business ideas with mentoring from faculty and industry professionals.
- International Week: Celebrates the global diversity of the school through cultural events, food festivals, and performances.
Part Time Jobs
- Max work hours is 40 hours/week. To be honest, it can be a bit difficult to secure an on-campus job at MBS. There aren't a lot of on-campus jobs unless you speak fluent french. Although if you manage to find a job, the pay ranges from 11 to 14 euros depending on the department and number of working hours. Being active in student associations also increases your visibility and can open up more doors.
- France is a difficult country to find a part-time job unless you're in Paris, as French language skills are a requirement in other cities and small towns. Although, students do find jobs in restaurants or inventory roles and can earn around 10 to 12 euros per hour. There are restaurants that exploit students and don't even pay the minimum wage amounts but students still take up those jobs to make ends meet. Students can apply online on Indeed, LinkedIn or the city's instagram, facebook pages or distribute their CVs in person.
Placement
6
- I am personally not satisfied with the placement opportunities at MBS as the professors and career centre didn't help a lot of students who are struggling to find a job. Although other students have secured amazing positions in different companies.
- Some of the major companies known to recruit MBS graduates include:
- Amazon
- L’Oréal
- Nestlé
- Deloitte
- EY
- PwC
- Capgemini
- Accenture
- Schneider Electric
- Airbus
- BNP Paribas, Société Générale, and other major banks
Accommodation
Off Campus
10
- I found my accommodation myself. I searched and compared different sites before finalising my accommodation.
- I paid a monthly rent of 430 euros, in which 100 euros is reimbursed by the government. All facilities, including water and electricity, are included for me.
- There were a lot of hidden charges like administration fees, security deposits, guarantor fees, etc., which were increasing the overall costs.
- Try to find accommodation near the uni, as travelling might be exhausting. I used to get back home for lunch during the break. Roommates might be a great option as the duties and rent are divided.
- My accommodation is 15 mins by tram from the university (2 tram stops). Students live everywhere around the city. It depends on their budget and how soon they book their accommodations.
Exams
- The University requires IELTS/TOEFL as an english proof since the program is in english. Then, a GMAT/SAT score for aptitude levels. ALTHOUGH, the university takes their own exam in case we don't have these scores for both english and aptitude levels.
- The university requires all the documents that you might need in admission process- photo, birth certificate, academic certificates, SOP, LORs, CV etc.
- Yes, an interview is a part of the application process. For Bachelor's, it's a prerecorded interview. The questions start on a website and you're being recorded while you answer the questions. For masters, the interview is taken by a jury member.
Fees
- The tuition fee is a massive 11000 euros for 1 year of bachelor's. There isn't any in-house hostel so you have to find a house elsewhere. Although every student gets a government subsidy for rent.
- The fee can be paid yearly, quarterly, semester-wise or even monthly. I believe there are all options, though I paid the fees semester-wise.
- The transportation in Montpellier is free for all residents and there are a lot of associations that distribute free food like fruits, vegetables, milk, etc., to students. So the cost goes down highly if managed wisely. For me, my monthly expense is somewhere between 450 and 500 euros.
Scholarship
- Yes, there are a lot of scholarships offered by the government, though they can be highly competitive. MBS and other private schools do offer their own scholarships. It isn't a lot but can still impact the finances. I got a 1000 euros scholarship from MBS.
- There are other in-house scholarships like the "early bird scholarship." Your test results play a huge role in deciding whether you get a scholarship or not.
