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Montpellier Management is strongly committed to promoting work-study programs, which are a path to excellence and enhanced employability for students.
It ensures a professionalization process that aligns closely with the realities of the working world.
Good to know
With student-employee status (work-study):
- You are not eligible for CROUS scholarships. Please inform CROUS that you are enrolled in a work-study program.
- You are covered under the general social security system.
Practical Information
Montpellier Management ensures that its programs are aligned with the specific needs of various sectors. There are many reasons to choose a work-study program:
- To finance your studies
- To gain hands-on experience in your future profession
- To build valuable professional experience
- To increase your chances of entering the job market successfully
Thanks to the joint commitment of the student, the company, and Montpellier Management, work-study students can build their future by discovering the world of work while earning a nationally recognized degree.
To enroll in a work-study program, there are two types of employment contracts governed by the French Labor Code.
The Apprenticeship Contract is a work-study employment contract that allows the apprentice to alternate between training at Montpellier Management and practical work within a company, aiming to obtain a state-recognized professional qualification.
For whom?
- Individuals aged 16 to 29 years old.
- Those over 30 under specific conditions: persons with disabilities, termination of a previous apprenticeship contract, continuing studies through apprenticeship, project for business creation or takeover, and high-level athletes.
What types of companies can offer it?
Any company subject to the apprenticeship tax, including public companies, local authorities, non-profit associations (Law 1901), temporary employment agencies, Public Industrial and Commercial Establishments (EPIC), liberal professions, and employer groups.
What type of employment contract?
- Fixed-term contract (CDD) with a duration at least equal to the length of the training program:
Prépa-DCG 2 / Prépa-DSCG 1 / Master 1 = 2 years
Prépa-DCG 3 / Prpa-DSCG 2 / Professional License / Master 2 = 1 year - Permanent contract (CDI)
What is the status?
Full employee status, holder of a “student trades card,” apprentice.
Duration of training?
At least 402 hours.
Support and supervision?
- In the company, the student is supervised by a mentor who either holds the diploma or an equivalent level and has at least 2 years of professional experience related to the diploma, OR has 3 years of relevant professional experience.
- In training, the student is supervised by an academic tutor appointed at the start of the academic year by the program’s educational coordinator.
The Professionalization Contract is a work-study employment contract that enables the trainee to acquire a professional qualification or to complement their initial training with an additional state-recognized qualification, with the goal of accessing a specific position within the company.
For whom?
- Individuals aged 16 to 25
- Job-seekers aged 26 and over
- Recipients of minimum social benefits such as RSA (Revenu de Solidarité Active), ASS (Specific Solidarity Allowance), or AAH (Disabled Adults Allowance)
- Individuals who have previously held an Integration Contract (Contrat Unique d’Insertion)
What types of companies can offer it?
Any company subject to professional training contributions, including temporary employment agencies, Employer Groups for Integration and Qualification, Public Industrial and Commercial Establishments (EPIC), and private individual employers.
What type of employment contract?
- Fixed-term contract (CDD) from 6 to 12 months (can be extended up to 24 months), renewable once
- Permanent contract (CDI)
The contract must begin before the start of the training program.
What is the status?
Full employee status, with a “student in vocational training” card; considered a continuing education trainee
Duration of training?
Between 15% and 25% of the total duration of the contract is dedicated to training and assessments, included within working hours.
This training period must be at least 150 hours and no more than 455 hours, unless extended beyond 25% by a sectoral agreement.
Support and supervision?
In the company, the student is supervised by a tutor, who can be either the employer or another company employee.
Minimum remuneration?
Click here to learn more about remunerationDid you know? Montpellier Management is the leading university department in the region in terms of the number of apprentices. The school hosts a large number of work-study students, many of whom are enrolled with several training centers (CFAs).
Want to learn more about work-study programs?
Discover the Work-Study Portal, a platform launched by the French Ministry of Labor, Health, Solidarity, and Families, designed to provide easy access to resources and services related to work-study training.
Resources and Expertise to Help You Find Your Work-Study Opportunity
The Professionalization Office supports both students and host organizations throughout the year, working in collaboration with key training partners such as: CFA ENSUP LR, IFRIA Occitanie, DIFCAM, CFA for Private Healthcare Establishments
Together with these partners, Montpellier Management organizes information sessions, workshops, and participates in major career events led by the University of Montpellier, all aimed at facilitating professional integration.
Students also have access to ResUM, a dedicated platform for internship, work-study, and job offers.
In addition, students can follow MOMA’lumni, the Montpellier Management alumni network, on social media to discover new opportunities.
Work-study offers available online
A large number of institutional and private websites also offer online services. Don’t hesitate to check them out!
Apprenticeship funding reform plan
A new plan to reform the financing of apprenticeships will be implemented from July 1, 2025.
How to start a work-study program at Montpellier Management
Step 1: Explore Our Work-Study Programs and Check Admission Requirements
The admission requirement for work-study programs are the same as for full-time studies. You will need to provide a copy of your signed work-study contract.
Visit the program page that interests you and refer to the “Admission Requirements” section.
Our work-study programs
Montpellier Management offers more than 60 programs from Bachelor’s (Year 3) to Master’s (Year 5) level.
Step 2: Prepare for Your Administrative Registration
Procedure is currently being updated.
Procedure is currently being updated.
Work-study students must confirm their class attendance. The school administrator will send detailed procedures to each student.
Where to badge your student card at MOMA?
Additional badge terminals are available on the 1st and 3rd floors of Building B.