The Erasmus+ Programme at Clermont School of Business

Every year, the Erasmus+ programme enables thousands of students to continue their studies or complete an internship abroad. This international mobility programme is open to students and staff members of higher education institutions in France, subject to eligibility and available funding.

For almost 50 years, Clermont School of Business has developed a network of partner universities that enables its students to undertake international mobility experiences and strengthen their knowledge and intercultural skills. The Erasmus+ programme is fully aligned with the School’s objectives. It helps us provide the best possible educational experience while preparing future graduates to become innovative and creative leaders who understand the emerging dynamics and challenges of tomorrow.

Which countries can I visit through the Erasmus+ programme?

Many countries participate fully in the Erasmus+ programme. These include all European Union Member States, as well as several non-EU countries:
– Iceland;
– Liechtenstein;
– North Macedonia;
– Norway;
– Serbia;
– Türkiye.

The United Kingdom and Switzerland are expected to become countries associated with the Erasmus+ programme in 2027. Until then, opportunities involving institutions in these countries depend on the relevant Erasmus+ action and the agreements in place. Furthermore, not all European partner institutions of Clermont School of Business are necessarily eligible for Erasmus+ funding.

How can I take part in Erasmus+ through my business school?

Erasmus+ grants are available to eligible students wishing to study or complete an internship abroad. Applicants must meet a number of conditions and follow the departure procedure established by Clermont School of Business.

For study mobility

Information sessions are regularly organised at the beginning of the academic year or semester to introduce students to the various international mobility opportunities available.

The first step is to submit an online application, in which students rank their preferred partner universities in order of preference. They must then compile their application and submit it to the International Relations Office.

Applications are reviewed by a committee comprising representatives of the International Relations Office, academic tutors and programme managers. Destinations are allocated according to the student’s profile, preferences and the number of places available.

Once a destination has been allocated, the student must prepare and submit a new application to the selected partner institution. Final admission remains subject to acceptance by that institution.

The allocation committee meets three times a year, in February, June and September. Following the review process, the International Relations Office contacts students who are eligible for the Erasmus+ programme.

For internships

Students wishing to complete an internship abroad can consult the opportunities published on the ESN International platform or contact the School’s internship coordinators.

To apply for an Erasmus+ grant, students must submit their internship agreement to the International Relations Office. The agreement must be signed by all parties: the student, the company and the School. Students will then receive support in preparing their Erasmus+ application.

For any questions or personalised guidance, students can contact the International Relations Office.

How do I prepare my Erasmus+ application?

The Erasmus+ application includes the following documents:

• Erasmus+ Grant Agreement: provided by the School, this document sets out the administrative and financial conditions governing the mobility period.
• Learning Agreement: applicable to both study and internship mobility, this document lists the courses to be taken or describes the internship programme. It must be approved by the student, Clermont School of Business and the host institution or organisation.
• European Health Insurance Card: this card enables eligible individuals to receive necessary healthcare during a temporary stay in the countries concerned. It must be obtained before departure.
• Bank account details in the student’s name: these are required for the Erasmus+ grant to be paid. The corresponding bank account must remain open until the remaining grant balance has been paid.
• Proof of civil liability insurance: the insurance policy must cover the student throughout the entire mobility period abroad.

Before departure, students must also assess their language proficiency using the Online Linguistic Support platform (OLS). Online resources and language courses are available on the platform to help them improve their proficiency in the language used during their mobility period.

Once the application is complete, it is reviewed by the relevant departments at Clermont School of Business.

During and after the mobility period

Upon arrival at the host institution, the student must submit a certificate of arrival to the International Relations Office.

At the end of the mobility period, the student must:

• complete the Erasmus+ questionnaire;
• have their certificate of attendance or end-of-mobility certificate signed by the host institution;
• submit this document to the International Relations Office at Clermont School of Business.

All the required supporting documents must be submitted to finalise the application and enable payment of the remaining Erasmus+ grant balance.

When can I study abroad through Erasmus+?

The mobility opportunities available depend on the programme, year of study and type of mobility concerned.

For full details of the conditions applying to Erasmus+ study mobility and internships, please consult our page on study-abroad opportunities for each programme.

Can I undertake more than one mobility period abroad?

Would you like to undertake several mobility periods abroad during your studies or as part of an internship? Subject to available funding, students can undertake several periods abroad through the Erasmus+ programme.

The maximum combined mobility period is 12 months per study cycle: Bachelor, Master or MSc.

Examples include:

• During the same study cycle, students may undertake several study or internship mobility periods abroad, up to a maximum combined duration of 12 months. For example, a student who has already completed a four-month internship during the first year of a Master’s programme may be eligible for a further mobility period of up to eight months during the second year.
• A student who has already completed a 12-month mobility period during one study cycle may be eligible for a further 12 months as part of another cycle. For example, a student who completed a 12-month mobility period during the third year of a Bachelor’s degree may undertake a further 12 months after enrolling in the Master in Management (Programme Grande École).

How Is the Erasmus+ Grant Amount Calculated at Clermont School of Business?

The amount of the Erasmus+ grant varies according to several criteria:

• the cost of living in the student’s host country;
• the type of mobility undertaken, whether for study or a work placement.

The grant ranges from €225 to €606 per month for students undertaking a long-term mobility period, such as an academic semester lasting more than 60 days or a full year abroad. The amount awarded to each student is determined according to the funding available for each current project.

Calculated according to the duration of the mobility period, the grant is paid in two instalments: 80% before departure or upon arrival in the host country, followed by the remaining 20% once the certificate of attendance has been submitted and the Erasmus+ questionnaire (the EU Survey) has been completed.

The grant is awarded following a review of the application, provided that the eligibility criteria are met and sufficient funding is available.

Students undertaking a work placement receive the additional funding applicable to traineeship mobility, amounting to €150 per month.

Destination countries are divided into three groups:

Group 1: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and third countries not associated with the programme from Regions 13 and 14.

Study mobility: €292–€606

Group 2: Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia and Spain.

Study mobility: €225–€550

Group 3: Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Türkiye.

Study mobility: €225–€550

The Erasmus+ grant may be supplemented by other international mobility funding, including support awarded by the Regional Council.

Other financial support may also be available depending on the student’s circumstances and the characteristics of their mobility period. Some forms of funding may be combined. Students are encouraged to contact the International Relations Office to find out which schemes are available and the applicable eligibility conditions.

Students who receive a means-tested grant retain this support during their mobility period abroad. However, Clermont School of Business students are not eligible for the CROUS international mobility supplement.

Students with disabilities and recipients of a CROUS means-tested grant at levels 6 or 7 may, subject to eligibility, receive the “top-up for students with fewer opportunities” (complément pour les étudiants ayant moins d’opportunités) as part of their Erasmus+ grant.

Why Take Part in Erasmus+ at a Partner Business School?

The Erasmus+ programme offers students numerous benefits and enables them to gain their first international experience from Bachelor level onwards.

Developing proficiency in a foreign language is a major asset, both for further study and when seeking a first job. However, an Erasmus+ mobility experience offers many other benefits:

• discovering the culture and heritage of the host country;
• meeting international students from across Europe;
• gaining an understanding of and experience in the host country’s working environment through a professional work placement;
• building an international network of students and professionals;
• strengthening links between partner institutions and Clermont School of Business.

Participating in the School’s Erasmus+ programme provides students with valuable experience and enhances their employability. Clermont School of Business students can also study abroad through other partnerships developed specifically by the School.

The Objectives of Erasmus+ at Clermont School of Business

Since the early 1980s, Clermont School of Business has built its reputation on the quality of its international exchanges and its continually expanding network of partner universities and schools. The quality of our exchanges and partnerships remains one of our priorities.

Each year, we review our partnerships and regularly reassess them to ensure that they remain aligned with the School’s educational objectives and students’ expectations.

To reflect the diversity of our students’ profiles, pathways and plans, we offer a wide range of study opportunities abroad. Through the Erasmus+ programme, Clermont School of Business provides numerous mobility options with varying durations, budgets, destinations, formats and degree opportunities, enabling us to meet the aspirations of all our students.

Through international exchanges, Clermont School of Business seeks to achieve four main objectives:

• to provide students with high-quality incoming and outgoing mobility experiences that positively influence their careers and integration into the job market;
• to increase the number of international students welcomed to the School;
• to encourage students to undertake a mobility period as part of their studies or a professional work placement;
• to enable as many students as possible to spend time abroad through various forms of support, including financial assistance and language courses.

As part of the Erasmus+ programme, Clermont School of Business undertakes to comply with the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education, which governs student and staff mobility. For further information about the Erasmus+ programme, please contact the International Relations Office.