I. Introduction to Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM)
Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) is located in downtown Grenoble, France, with additional campuses in Paris, Tbilisi, Singapore and other cities.
Founded in 1984, GEM features technology and innovation as its core educational characteristics. It is a key member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) and the Conférence des Directeurs d’Écoles de Management Françaises (CDEFM).
GEM consistently ranks among the world’s leading business schools in authoritative rankings such as the Financial Times and QS. Its Master’s programs in Finance, Management, Marketing, as well as its Executive MBA, frequently place in the global top 50 in business school subject rankings.
GEM is also among the fewer than 1% of business schools worldwide to hold the “Triple Crown” accreditations: AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS.
II. Program Overview
Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) and Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) have signed a strategic cooperation memorandum to jointly launch the GEM MP (Master Pathway) Program.
This program provides NPU undergraduate students with two tracks: the 3+1+1 bachelor-master track and direct master’s admission, enabling students to access high-quality international higher education within a short time frame.
Upon successful completion of the MP pathway, students may directly enter GEM to pursue a one-year master’s degree.
Graduates of the program will be awarded degrees from both NPU and GEM.
The program is open to all current undergraduate students at NPU.
For details, please refer to the program brochure in the attachment.
Teaching Language: English
III. Program Advantages
Students admitted to the MP pathway will receive conditional admission offers from GEM on a priority basis.
Those who successfully progress to GEM via this program will be eligible for exclusive scholarships provided by the French university.
The MP pathway accepts CET-4/6, IELTS, TOEFL and other English qualifications.
Students complete three course modules (8–10 courses in total) mainly through online study in their spare time.
Upon finishing the MP pathway, students may directly enroll in GEM’s intensive one-year master’s programs.
IV. Eligibility
Full-time current junior and senior undergraduate students at NPU.
The program is open to all majors across the university (for details, please consult the program coordinator).
Undergraduate cumulative average score: ≥ 75%.
Good English proficiency:
CET-4/6 passed or school internal English test;
For applicants to GEM’s Master’s in Finance, a GMAT or GRE score report is required;
Students admitted via this program are recommended to provide IELTS (≥ 5.5) or TOEFL (≥ 75) by the end of June for visa application.
V. Application Timeline
Round 1 Deadline: December 20, 2025
Round 2 Deadline: April 30, 2026
VI. Application Documents
Completed program application form (select 1–2 master’s majors).
Scanned copies of undergraduate transcripts in both Chinese and English (with official university seal).
English proficiency proof:
Scanned copy of CET-4/6 (for MP pathway application), IELTS, TOEFL, etc.
GMAT/GRE is additionally required for Finance applicants.
Scanned copy of ID card (both sides).
Scanned copy of passport information page (required for French student visa).
Other documents for French student visa application (details from program coordinator).
VII. Admission Process
Students submit the completed application form and supporting documents to
mtzquan@nwpu.edu.cn.
Email subject: 2026 GEM Application + School + Name + Student ID.
Academic and background review.
Joint interview by NPU and French university committees.
After passing the interview:
Payment of MP program fees.
Visa counseling (French visa processing: approx. 2 months).
Pre-departure preparation.
VIII. Contact Information
GEM Program Office
Tel/WeChat: 18937199235, 18937111609
International Affairs Office, School of Management
Tel: 88431129
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