Master of Science International Business Development

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By enrolling in the Master of Science in International Business Development program, students obtain the ESCE Master of Science diploma and the “Diplôme d’Etudes Avancées en Commerce International” (DEACI), a state-recognized diploma approved by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (Bac +5 – Level 7).

This diploma is RNCP n°41190.

Master of Science International Business Development

In a globalized and constantly evolving economic context, companies are looking for professionals capable of developing effective sales strategies, identifying new opportunities and adapting to international markets.

The Master of Science in International Business Development trains experts capable of steering the commercial growth of organizations, managing international projects and implementing sales and marketing strategies adapted to global markets.

This Master’s degree (level RNCP 7 – Bac+5) is taught entirely in French 🇫🇷 and is designed for holders of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent wishing to move into positions of responsibility in international trade, finance or business development.

Format: 2 years with a work-study program in the second year:

First year (September to June): full-time academic year, theoretical courses and practical projects.
Second year (September to August): work-study program in a company in France, to gain practical professional experience while consolidating acquired skills.

national bid

international application

Program objectives

The Master of Science in International Business Development is designed to train professionals capable of managing the growth and commercial development of international companies. On completion of the program, students are able to :

Master project management tools and methods, from organization to operational follow-up, to ensure the success of sales initiatives.
Analyze and diagnose business issues in order to propose appropriate and relevant solutions.
Develop and deploy an international sales strategy to achieve development and profitability objectives.
Steer complex projects and manage change, organizing teams and processes efficiently.
Manage multicultural teams, valuing cultural differences to maximize collective performance.
Prospect and develop new international markets, identifying business opportunities worldwide.
Build and manage customer relationships to ensure satisfaction, loyalty and commercial success.

Course topics

The Master of Science International Business Development offers a comprehensive, hands-on training program focusing on the skills essential for success in international business. In particular, students explore:

Corporate strategy
Advanced strategy and international competitive dynamics
Business Development
Prospecting and business development
Managing sales teams in the digital age
Sales techniques
Customer loyalty and commercial relations
CRM and customer management tools
Business intelligence and information management (OSINT)
Service marketing
Complex negotiation
Corporate Finance
Changes in organizational behavior and RPS
CSR-driven innovation
Introduction to corporate compliance
Risks and impacts of digital technology and AI

Work-linked training: putting skills into practice

The second year of the MSc takes place in a work-study program, enabling students to apply their knowledge in a concrete and enriching professional setting.

To support each student, ESCE offers personalized follow-up:

A dedicated consultant guides you from CV preparation to interview simulation.
Access to Match UP, the platform that connects students with over 10,000 partner companies, offering jobs tailored to their specialization and sector.
Workshops and professional events: coaching, job dating and role-playing to optimize your chances of success and develop your network.

Job opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Science in International Business Development can move into positions of responsibility in international trade, business development and project management, such as :

International Business Development Manager
Sales Project Manager / Business Developer
International Sales Manager
Key Account Manager
International Business Strategy Consultant
Marketing & International Expansion Manager

They work for major French and international companies, foreign subsidiaries, start-ups and consulting firms specializing in business development and international trade.

Employability after ESCE