Can you tell us who you are and present your university?
I am Patricia Escalera, I work at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management as a Student Mobility Manager.
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management is a leading business school in Europe, and it holds triple-crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.
Why did you establish a partnership with Paris School of Business?
We established this partnership with Paris School of Business because our students like to go to Paris and there is a good match between our two institutions.
What is the strength of your university? Why should our students come to you?
The university focuses on finance, economics, and management topics. It offers Bachelor, Master, MBA and doctoral programmes, executive education courses, and seminars for professionals and trainees. Its programmes are regularly placed among the top performers in prestigious university rankings. Being well anchored in Frankfurt am Main, the EU's financial capital, the university unites talented people from all over the world on its modern campus and is home to one of the most research-intensive business faculties in Europe. Frankfurt School's DNA combines excellent research with highly practical relevance on pressing topics across all industries. This combination forms the basis for the university's close business contacts, offering students the best prerequisites for a successful career with leading companies worldwide. In addition, Frankfurt School promotes an entrepreneurial mindset, being the home of one of the largest ecosystems for start-ups in Germany.
How many international students do you welcome each year?
We welcome approximately 210 exchange students each year
What types of courses will the students take during their exchange at your university?
Paris School of Business students studying at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management take the following courses: Finance, Economics, and Management.
What will our students discover when coming to your country / city?
Frankfurt is a breath of fresh air for finance and business professionals. Boasting its impressive skyline and the European Central Bank headquarters, as well as being home to Germany’s largest stock exchange, ‘Deutsche Börse’ and some of the world’s most famous trade shows, Frankfurt attracts thousands of business travelers each year.
What advice would you give to a student who is hesitant about studying abroad?
Reflect on your goals and motivations for studying abroad, whether it’s for academic opportunities, cultural experiences, language skills, or personal growth. Clarifying your reasons will help you see how studying abroad aligns with your long-term goals. Once you have a clear understanding of your motivations, dive into research about the destination and program. Familiarize yourself with the country, city, and university, including cultural norms, educational environment, social life, and practical aspects like living costs and safety. This knowledge can help reduce anxiety by providing a clearer picture of what to expect and how well it fits your objectives.
