PROJECT & PEDAGOGY
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN INTERCULTURALITY
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Because practicing 4 languages is not enough to work internationally
CUSTOMIZE YOUR STUDIES
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because everyone’s professional
project is unique
DEVELOP SKILLS
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because mastering practical and social skills are the key to enter the professional world
PREDICT
THE FUTURE
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because the world is transforming and new jobs are emerging
LIVE EXPERIENCES
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because experimenting in real life serves
as an anchor for learning
INNOVATE IN PEDAGOGY
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because learning methods evolve
Supporting students in their professional projects
The program aims to reinforce the employability of our students in a multicultural world, in constant transformation thanks to technological and digital innovations, but also influenced by new societal expectations.
In this context, we help our students find their professional path according to who they are, their aspirations, in a sector (traditional, new economy, market, non-market) or a form of activity (salaried or entrepreneurial) that corresponds to them.
For 5 years, ESTICE students are involved in an integrated and progressive program. They are accompanied by a multidisciplinary teaching team made up of professionals, entrepreneurs, academics, and international researchers.
Giving meaning to managerial skills
ESTICE is committed to research fields focused on giving sense to the development of managerial skills. The school has one researcher in line with UCL’s research strategies, in particular the “Business with Social Impact” chair.
This concerns managerial postures that have a strong echo in contemporary issues such as benevolent leadership or sustainable financial engineering. Carl Pitchford, Head of the 3rd year ESTICE program, is currently writing a thesis on responsible finance, which incorporates all aspects of the social and solidarity economy. Because of his international profile, he teaches courses in English related to his research topics: Social & Solidarity Economy; Responsible Finance; Entrepreneurship through Acquisition.
ESTICE also pursues research training, the use of pedagogical methods that foster cognitive engagement and motivation with a pedagogy focused on the development of social and practical skills.
Virtual International Hackathon
DEFINTION OF THE WEEK
5 days where students from 3 universities worldwide become consultants for companies/organisations involved in a relevant topic: Digital bridges to glocalization (global + local) this year. This event takes place online.
ORGANISERS
ESPAS-ESTICE – Université Catholique de Lille (France) I Concordia University of Chicago (United States) I Universidad Católica de Santa Fe (Argentina).
OBJECTIVES
Provide companies and organisations with innovative ideas & Train students on real business cases.
Fête de l’Europe 2022🌍
In May, the University’s institutions are celebrating Europe!
As part of this event, several videos have been shared: street interviews, face-to-face interviews, testimonials and exhibitions across campus; all initiatives that highlight the international dimension of the Catholic University of Lille’s institutions and their ongoing commitment to Europe.
➡️ 2:36: discover the testimony of Ahmet Efekan, former international student at ESTICE.
Our project

Training responsible managers open to the world
ESTICE graduates are recognized for their ability to adapt and their versatility in international business, in a world that is digitalized, on the move and in search of meaning. They are able to accompany companies in the commercial and non-commercial sectors in developing their strategies and projects, with a multilingual, intercultural and ethical approach. Business sense is above all a matter of meaning!
By offering fair tuition fees, we try to limit the cost impact compared to traditional business schools. We hope to contribute to a more human, more open, more just, more sustainable society. This is our vision of a great and beautiful school!












THE WELCOME IN FRANCE LABEL
A guarantee of quality for our international students
The quality of the welcome of international students is a fundamental issue for the internationalization and attractiveness of our faculties. The « Welcome to France » label is awarded to institutions wishing to highlight their welcoming facilities. it is awarded by Campus France for a period of 4 years and validated by an independent commission.
In April 2022, the facultés de l’Université Catholique de Lille were awarded by Campus France the « Welcome to France » label for the quality of the reception of international students, for the period 2022-2026.
THE FIELDS OF THE LABEL: Quality and accessibility
The label provides information on the actions implemented by higher education institutions to meet the needs of international students in the following areas
- Quality and accessibility of information
- Quality and accessibility of reception facilities
- Accessibility and support of courses
- Housing and quality of campus life
- Quality of post-graduation follow-up


International experience through foreign countries
This ambition is illustrated by a multicultural teaching team resolutely turned towards the international, with more than half of the courses taught by native speakers, trilingual learning, and the possibility of spending 6 to 24 months abroad, depending on the students’ wishes.
Our students are noticed for their work capacity and their creativity in innovation competitions, intensive weeks, by being project leaders or even company creators. We are proud to help our students, through their unique experiences, to become responsible, agile and creative citizens of the world.

« Choosing ESTICE means training in international management to develop projects and strategies for companies in the commercial and non-commercial sectors. »
Antoine Blondelle, ESTICE DIRECTOR PhD in Education, University of Sherbrooke. Member of the Board of Directors of the Catholic University of Lille
SUIVEZ LA VIE DE L'ÉCOLE ET NOTRE ACTUALITÉ