Located in Annecy, IFALPES has more than 20 years of experience in teaching French as a foreign language, with an emphasis on oral communication. Students are drawn by the prospect of learning French and absorbing French culture, but also by the opportunity to discovery the Alps and their cultural heritage, of which skiing is a prominent part. IFALPES also attracts students who have professional reasons to learn French, many of whom enroll simultaneously in business and tourism programs offered in partnership with the IPAC School of Management. IFALPES responds to the needs of adult learners of all ages and professional backgrounds and at all academic levels. A specialty is organizing study programs in France on behalf of foreign universities. IFALPES offers month-long courses throughout the year. For optimum flexibility, a new course begins every Monday (except for complete beginners).