Dive into the exclusive ranking of the top ten French business schools, revealed by L’Étudiant. Simultaneously, discover the housing priority given to Senegalese students in France, sparking debates and reflections. Across the Atlantic, a new Canadian law, effective from 1 January 2024, requires foreign students to demonstrate a minimum financial capacity of 20,635 Canadian dollars. These captivating elements and much more are at the heart of our weekly review, offering a comprehensive overview of student news for week 03.
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Amidst the excitement of the educational application season, the Parcoursup platform will open on 17 January, offering students a crucial opportunity to shape their academic future. Simultaneously, a ranking established by L’Étudiant reveals the top ten post-baccalaureate business schools, a valuable compass guiding the aspirations of future students such as IESEG, Excelia BS, EM Normandie, ESSCA, and EMLV. This ranking was based on a set of 85 criteria, including academic excellence, international openness, and professionalisation. It is nonetheless emphasised that the choice of school remains contingent on the individual profile of each student, and parameters such as tuition fees and international partnerships can significantly influence this decision. Thus, it is strongly recommended to research the access modalities and preparation for exams before making a decision.
However, the pursuit of higher education goes far beyond selecting a renowned institution. L’Étudiant highlights the vital importance of understanding the admission procedures specific to each institution. The registration period on Parcoursup, extending from 17 January to 14 March, becomes a crucial time window for more than 900,000 high school students and those reorienting their studies. To understand how the platform works, the steps of the procedure, the calendar, the number of courses and possible choices, as well as apprenticeship courses, a video by Marine Ilario, head of the high school and Parcoursup section at L’Étudiant, is available. It should be noted that this year, a few new features have been introduced: motivation letters are no longer mandatory, courses can be added in a « Favourites » tab, and a course comparator has been created to facilitate candidates’ choices.
Regarding studying abroad, particularly in Canada, the new financial requirements imposed on foreign students for obtaining a study permit, from 1 January 2024, underline the importance of ensuring the necessary resources. These changes aim to ensure that foreign students can support themselves and pursue their studies under optimal conditions, considering the rising cost of living and inflation. According to Arrondissement, students will need to provide proof that they possess at least $20,635 CAD, equivalent to 75% of the low-income threshold established by Statistics Canada. The previous financial requirement of $10,000 per person was no longer deemed sufficient due to the increased cost of living and inflation. It is important to note that these new requirements will only apply to new study permit applications received from 1 January 2024.
As for the reception of foreign students in France, particularly Senegalese students, the initiative of the CROUS of Bordeaux-Aquitaine to prioritise access to housing for recipients of a government study grant is sparking debates and criticisms. The shortage of student housing in Bordeaux is thus highlighted, emphasising the tensions between the needs of foreign and local students. However, unlike other students who face difficulties finding accommodation, Senegalese students seem to benefit from a more favourable situation. According to Bvaltaire, this measure aims to facilitate the reception of Senegalese students, given their significant number in France. Some right-wing student unions denounce this foreign preference, considering it unfair for local students struggling to find accommodation. The article also highlights the pressures exerted by political and student organisations in favour of more favourable reception towards foreign students.
Beyond housing considerations, international students may encounter financial difficulties during their studies. In this context, the information provided by L’Étudiant on the possibility of applying for emergency aid from the CROUS or the university sheds light on the available assistance schemes, regardless of the student’s social status. To obtain this aid, one must apply to the social services of the Crous or make an appointment with a university social worker. A commission will review the file and decide on the amount of aid granted. The emergency aid from the Crous can be combined with other financial aids. The maximum amount of aid corresponds to level 2 of social criteria scholarships. Students can also benefit from the solidarity rate in university restaurants. A response will be given within one month.
Finally, in Cameroon, the clarifications provided by the Minister of Finance, Louis Paul Motaze, on the tax compliance certificate (ACF) effective from 1 January 2024, underline the importance of this measure to strengthen taxpayers’ tax compliance according to Digital Business Africa. This certificate becomes necessary in various operations such as import/export, public subsidy applications, exit visas, as well as the payment of invoices by public and private entities. The ACF is issued online on the portal of the General Directorate of Taxes (www.impots.cm) and the number 8200 is available for more information.
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