EuroTrip - Day 66

Life @ ESCP

I have been asked this question many times that how do I find my life at ESCP? How are things here as compared to those back home (sounds cool to talk like this). I really feel it does not make a great sense to compare the two institutions as each business school has its own distinct culture. The cultural difference between two countries make this task of comparison even more difficult. So, let me just list down my observation about this place instead. It's Life@ESCP through my eyes.

1. While just one class per week schedule gives you enough time to prepare well for each class, the three hour long class is actually a big pain. You tend to lose the concentration how much ever you try to hold your attention to the proceedings in the class.

2. Canceling of classes is common. Some of the professors have buffer sessions to take care of cancellations and rescheduling of such classes.

3. Every student realizes and respect the authority and power the professors command. However, this does not translate to a feeling of respect the same way that we see in India. A professor's presence does not affect your actions and discussions.

4. There are no prohibitions. In fact, there is a basement bar in the college. Every week there are party thrown for some reason or the other.

5. I did not notice any smoke detectors and fire alarms. Smoking is not banned in open space.

6. Assignments are taken very seriously. The deadlines need to be followed.

7. Basic facilities such as printer and xerox are very expensive and require you to take a bulk usage subscription.

8. The student body (or whatever it is called here) elections are really the matter of pride. It's a long process and requires the parties (or teams) to actively campaign through various means. There are many parties thrown out for such campaigns. Free daaru and khana are the biggest attraction of such parties.

9. As the Paris campus does not have residential facilities, everything closes by 9pm. You are on your own after that - no library, no internet.

to be continued...

ps: Will update as and when something comes to my mind.
ps2: Screwed up marketing strategy again, no negotiations on it. I really think classes are becoming a fad now.