Faqs
GENERAL FAQ
1. London, Madrid, Berlin and Paris Libraries
Use the libraries portal
Log in to the portal and select Librairies Catalogues in the main search bar. Enter your key words or select the advanced search
Direct access to Berlin Catalogue Go to OPEN
At Berlin Library : Berlin Campus page> services > borrowing or simply write us an e-mail at library-berlin@escp.eu
At Paris, Madrid and London Libraries : please contact the staff directly
What can I do if I cannot return the book on the due date?
Late returns will result in the suspension of your library account for a period equivalent to the period overdue.
Please email us with any concerns about the timely return of your loans.
We accept returns via postal mail.
What if I lose the book or it is impossible to return it?
- Please send us an email to let us know about your situation.
- You will asked to buy another copy of the book to be sent directly to the campus where the original book belongs.
- *If you can’t get the same edition, you may buy the most-up-to-date edition.
- If it is impossible for you to return the book to the campus where it belongs AND you still have the book with you, you may return it to the nearest campus. [NOTE: This option is exceptional]
At London Library
Yes, it is possible to borrow a physical journal or newspaper for 1 day as far as it is not the most recent/last issue. Last issue is only for reference.
At Berlin and Madrid Libraries
No, but you may scan or make copies of the articles you want to keep or read later.
Note that most of the newspapers are also available online through our databases. Remember to check Europresse. You may also use the tool Publication Finder to look for journals and their availability.
Yes, it is possible to borrow a physical journal or newspaper for 1 day as far as it is not the most recent/last issue. Last issue is only for reference.
At Berlin and Madrid Libraries
No, but you may scan or make copies of the articles you want to keep or read later.
Note that most of the newspapers are also available online through our databases. Remember to check Europresse. You may also use the tool Publication Finder to look for journals and their availability.
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- Onsite and remote access to databases is reserved to ESCP current students, executive education participants,
authorized professors and staff. - According to license agreements, these resources must be used only for training, teaching and academic
research purposes. - In compliance with copyright laws, use of these resources is strictly personal. No access codes or data may be
communicated to third parties. - ESCP alumni can only access these resources on site, in the ESCP libraries.
- Onsite and remote access to databases is reserved to ESCP current students, executive education participants,
What are the databases I can consult?
For a full list of financial databases, please visit the database page.
Where are they located?
Paris Trading Room. Please check information on Paris Champerret and Paris Montparnasse pages
London Trading Room please check information on London Campus page
At Paris Montparnasse Library: four study rooms and one cabin are accessible from 09.00 am to 07.00 pm
Book here
Can I print in the Library ?
Yes, and you may also use any printers in the school (on the campus where you are studying) to print.
You can use the printers to print, scan and copy.
Note that at Berlin Library, there is a sustainable book scanner for free at your service. You can send the document to your email address or use a USB stick. Copy/printing machines can be found in the student work room/PC-Pool (B019 and B125)
Yes, and you may also use any printers in the school (on the campus where you are studying) to print.
You can use the printers to print, scan and copy.
Note that at Berlin Library, there is a sustainable book scanner for free at your service. You can send the document to your email address or use a USB stick. Copy/printing machines can be found in the student work room/PC-Pool (B019 and B125)
How do I print?
I sent a print job but nothing happened
- First check if there is paper in the drawer.
- Extremely large files may encounter difficulties. Please check you file size.
- Have you sent your work in a PDF format? If yes check if the A4 format was correctly selected.
- Ask the library staff for help.
How do I get refund if I was charged but nothing happened ?
- At Paris and Madrid Libraries, you need to get in the touch with the IT department.
- At London Library, students can get a refund via Papercut. Ask the library staff to show you how to do it.
- At Berlin library, printing is free (please respect our paperless policy)
Please ask each campus for the name of the wifi in use
Paris Campus : Wifi is accessible throughout the library.
Use the ESCP network at the Paris Campuses. Login with your student number and usual password.
If you' re using Mac laptop and you cannot connect to the wifi please contact the IT department for help.
Paris Campus : Wifi is accessible throughout the library.
Use the ESCP network at the Paris Campuses. Login with your student number and usual password.
If you' re using Mac laptop and you cannot connect to the wifi please contact the IT department for help.
I forgot my student card or an important document. Is it at the library?
We will make every effort to contact you if there is any identifying information. You can also check with the security team at the entrance of the school.
We will make every effort to contact you if there is any identifying information. You can also check with the security team at the entrance of the school.
I lost or forgot something (charger, notebook, usb key, keys, pen etc...) , where is it?
- At Paris Libraries Please ask the desk or check with the security team.
- At Madrid Campus : Please ask the reception
For IT issues:
Please contact your IT department
IT support Paris : assistance.dsitn@escp.eu or call 01.49.23.25.35
IT support Berlin : beit@escp.eu
For Library and research-related questions:
Come to the Information Desk, we are happy to help you.
You can send an email at the Library staff if you are at home or call us [contact information is in the "My Library" section]
Please contact your IT department
IT support Paris : assistance.dsitn@escp.eu or call 01.49.23.25.35
IT support Berlin : beit@escp.eu
For Library and research-related questions:
Come to the Information Desk, we are happy to help you.
You can send an email at the Library staff if you are at home or call us [contact information is in the "My Library" section]
E-BOOKS FAQ
Most E-books will be found through:
- a DIGITAL RESOURCES search ( 80% of ebooks)
- a PUBLICATION FINDER search (alternative to the DIGITAL RESOURCES search)
- a LIBRARIES CATALOGUES search
1. DIGITAL RESOURCES
> 80 % of the ebooks are accessible via the DIGITAL RESOURCES search.
> Enter search terms in the DIGITAL RESOURCES bar (Title, author, subject, ISBN).
> Narrow your search by selecting eBooks as type of document.
2. PUBLICATION FINDER
This tool used to find a journal or a newspaper is also efficient to access most of our ebooks. It is an alternative to the Digital Resources Search.
>Type in an author, title or ISBN, (for a subject search, use the Digital Resource Search).
>The Publication Finder will provide a link to the resource if it is held in our digital collections.
3. LIBRARIES CATALOGUE
Type in an author, title or ISBN of an ebook or keywords. Then, narrow your search by selecting eBooks (Type of document filter).
Libraries catalogue includes :
- Berlin, London, Madrid and Paris Libraries catalogues
- Specific series such as French law "Codes" by Dalloz / Memento by Francis Lefebvre.
- Proquest ebooks / Wiley Online Library / Vital Source/ VLeBOOKS.
- Some eBooks that are also accessible through the "DIGITAL RESSOURCES" search.
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- a DIGITAL RESOURCES search ( 80% of ebooks)
- a PUBLICATION FINDER search (alternative to the DIGITAL RESOURCES search)
- a LIBRARIES CATALOGUES search
1. DIGITAL RESOURCES
> 80 % of the ebooks are accessible via the DIGITAL RESOURCES search.
> Enter search terms in the DIGITAL RESOURCES bar (Title, author, subject, ISBN).
> Narrow your search by selecting eBooks as type of document.
2. PUBLICATION FINDER
This tool used to find a journal or a newspaper is also efficient to access most of our ebooks. It is an alternative to the Digital Resources Search.
>Type in an author, title or ISBN, (for a subject search, use the Digital Resource Search).
>The Publication Finder will provide a link to the resource if it is held in our digital collections.
3. LIBRARIES CATALOGUE
Type in an author, title or ISBN of an ebook or keywords. Then, narrow your search by selecting eBooks (Type of document filter).
Libraries catalogue includes :
- Berlin, London, Madrid and Paris Libraries catalogues
- Specific series such as French law "Codes" by Dalloz / Memento by Francis Lefebvre.
- Proquest ebooks / Wiley Online Library / Vital Source/ VLeBOOKS.
- Some eBooks that are also accessible through the "DIGITAL RESSOURCES" search.
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"Codes" Series/ French Law |
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Multidisciplinary |
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"Memento" series / French Law |
Business and Economics |
Business and management |
Multidisciplinary |
Ebooks are available through these online platforms .
Reminder : use the DIGITAL RESOURCES search scenario (or the alternative Publication Finder" ) or the libraries' catalogues to search across these multiple platforms
You can also search each database separately .
Accessing an ebooks requires to log in with your ESCP username and password. Click on a title to get a full description of the resource.
1. Opening an ebook from the Libraries Catalogues
> Click on Direct Link
2. Opening an ebook from digital collections
> Click Online access
3. Ebook functionality varies from publisher to publisher.
Most platforms offer the ability to read ebooks online . Ebooks or chapters can sometimes be downloaded.
We recommend you to read online to avoid compatibility issues regarding formats and apps to read the dowloaded materials.
1. Opening an ebook from the Libraries Catalogues
> Click on Direct Link
2. Opening an ebook from digital collections
> Click Online access
3. Ebook functionality varies from publisher to publisher.
Most platforms offer the ability to read ebooks online . Ebooks or chapters can sometimes be downloaded.
We recommend you to read online to avoid compatibility issues regarding formats and apps to read the dowloaded materials.
Ebsco gives direct access to the book record. Simply choose PDF Full Text.
How to read the ebooks on the platform Vital Source?
Step 1. Click on the link in the Library Catalogue. You will be directed to the Vital Source page.
You do not need to register! Click on continue without an account.
Step 2. Accept the conditions
Step 3. You will arrive directly on the book and you can start reading right away.
Note : when you leave the page the book will be returned automatically.
Step 1. Click on the link in the Library Catalogue. You will be directed to the Vital Source page.
You do not need to register! Click on continue without an account.
Step 2. Accept the conditions
Step 3. You will arrive directly on the book and you can start reading right away.
Note : when you leave the page the book will be returned automatically.
Navis is a platform offered by Francis Lefevbre, a French publisher of legal information. On Navis you can read the “Mementos series” and legal texts.
You must create a personal account on Navis. Your account will enable you to take notes, print pages or copy paste.
Just follow the steps indicated on the website. Use your ESCP mail to register.
You must create a personal account on Navis. Your account will enable you to take notes, print pages or copy paste.
Just follow the steps indicated on the website. Use your ESCP mail to register.
If you choose to read online: check if you are connected to the libraries portal.
If you choose to download the e-book: check the format and check if you have the tools to open it.
*PLEASE NOTE: We recommend you to read online to avoid any trouble due to format or compatibility.
If you choose to download the e-book: check the format and check if you have the tools to open it.
*PLEASE NOTE: We recommend you to read online to avoid any trouble due to format or compatibility.
The length of time allowed depends on the popularity of the e-book. The minimum amount of time is 2 hours.
The timeout differs according to the platform:
> if you are not in an actively reading (taking notes or scrolling), for about 20 to 30 minutes, your e-book session will end; you will be disconnected.
If there are no other readers in the queue, you will be able to reconnect.
> Be careful, if you are disconnected due to inactivity, you will lose your spot.
The timeout differs according to the platform:
> if you are not in an actively reading (taking notes or scrolling), for about 20 to 30 minutes, your e-book session will end; you will be disconnected.
If there are no other readers in the queue, you will be able to reconnect.
> Be careful, if you are disconnected due to inactivity, you will lose your spot.
The number of pages allowed will be indicated to you every time before you want to print or save pages.
It is not possible to print a whole ebook due to restrictions imposed by the publishers and by copyright.
It is not possible to print a whole ebook due to restrictions imposed by the publishers and by copyright.
You can, but only if you read the ebook online or if you use Adobe Digital Editions
Yes, by downloading the PDF when it is possible.
*PLEASE NOTE: We recommend you to read online to avoid any trouble due to format or compatibility.
*PLEASE NOTE: We recommend you to read online to avoid any trouble due to format or compatibility.
Please send us an email with full details of your issue and a screenshot if possible to: parislibraries@escp.eu