EM Normandie Business School vs BI Norwegian Business School

Frequently asked

Is EM Normandie Business School or BI Norwegian Business School ranked higher?

On the Financial Times 2025 Masters in Management ranking, EM Normandie Business School places #85 and BI Norwegian Business School #88, so EM Normandie Business School ranks higher. A few places on one table rarely settle the decision, though — programme fit, location and cost usually matter more than the gap.

Which is more affordable, EM Normandie Business School or BI Norwegian Business School?

Tuition is €27,500 (€13,750/year) at EM Normandie Business School and NOK 128,200/year for EEA/EU/Swiss students (NOK 256,400 total); ~NOK 166,700/year for non-EEA at BI Norwegian Business School. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Caen versus Oslo, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.

Do you need the GMAT for EM Normandie Business School or BI Norwegian Business School?

EM Normandie Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE; BI Norwegian Business School generally looks for around GMAT Focus 555 / GMAT 600 / GRE Quant 158 (required for non-Nordic bachelor's; waivable for partner-school applicants). Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.

Should I choose EM Normandie Business School or BI Norwegian Business School?

There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Caen, France versus Oslo, Norway), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.