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The Bachelor’s Degree in International Business

ESCE’s Bachelor’s in International Business prepares students to address the challenges of international trade and development. Offered in the third year in Paris, this specialization is taught through traditional classroom instruction and is conducted entirely in English (minimum B2 level required), in order to prepare students to thrive in a multicultural and international professional environment.

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Why Enroll in the Bachelor’s Program in International Business?

This specialization allows students to explore the various dimensions of international business by incorporating geopolitical impacts, developments in European policy, and new challenges in global trade. They develop their ability to identify sourcing opportunities, devise value-creating sourcing strategies, and support companies in their international expansion.

Students also develop skills in digital strategy and learn to define performance metrics aligned with the company’s objectives, in order to better manage its operations in an international context.

subjects taught

Understanding the Challenges of International Trade

International Business
International Logistics
Logistics Operations
Customs Management
Sustainable Procurement
Export Financing

Develop a strategic and digital vision

Digital Business Strategy
Project Challenge
Contemporary Challenges and the Changing World of Tomorrow
Shift(s) B3
“AI & Gen AI”: prompt engineering
Geopolitics Forum

Gain a deeper understanding of international markets

Doing Business in Japan, South Korea, and Australia/New Zealand
LV1 / LV2

Assessment Procedures

Assessment Criteria:
Certification is assessed using the following methods: professional scenarios (simulations, role-plays), real or fictional business cases, and a professional practice report. The objective is to place the candidate in a professional setting in order to assess the extent to which they have acquired the necessary skills and their ability to apply them.

Procedures for earning certification through accumulation of competency modules and/or distance learning:
Most of our courses are taught in person (face-to-face) rather than remotely. Sessions therefore take place on-site with both learners and the instructor physically present.

Certification is awarded when the candidate meets the following requirements: Completion of three competency modules common to all tracks, as well as a professional development module specific to the candidate’s track.

Validation of a work placement period by completing at least 110 actual days of work during the final year of the program.

Specific Skills Developed

Organize the sales strategy for an international geographic region
Research and identify market trends and potential markets
Explore new markets
Select the best solutions for payment methods, guarantees, and insurance to minimize export-related risks
Mastering Prospecting Insurance and Credit Insurance
Mastering customs procedures and knowing how to turn them into a competitive advantage (for both imports and exports)

Bachelor's Degree in International Business - Specific Skills

Career Opportunities in the INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Specialization

Upon completion of this training program, you may find employment with multinational companies, export departments, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and more, in roles such as:

Export Sales Representative
Export Area Manager
Import-Export Manager
International Project Manager
Sales Manager
Supply Chain Manager

Admissions Process

Apply now for the new school year starting in September!

Step 1: Prepare and submit your application online. Make sure your application is complete and includes the following items:

Transcripts from the past two years.
Degrees earned (or proof of completion if the degree is pending validation).
Resume and cover letter.
National ID (or valid passport).
Application fee: a non-refundable payment of €70.

Step 2: Complete the motivational interview. A video or in-person interview will give you the opportunity to discuss your motivations and ambitions for joining the program.

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Prerequisites

Who Is This Bachelor’s Degree Program For?

The International Bachelor’s Program is open to students entering their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year, depending on their academic background. Students have the option to enroll in the International Trade & Customs Management specialization in their 3rd year, after completing a core curriculum focused on trade and management during their first two years.

To enter directly into the 3rd year:

You must have completed a two-year post-secondary program (120 ECTS credits) in a relevant field, such as: a DUT, BTS, or equivalent in business, marketing, management, or other similar disciplines; or preparatory classes; or international equivalents in the same fields.
Official confirmation of the 120 ECTS credits is required to complete your registration.

Regardless of when you enter the bachelor’s program, you’ll choose the International Trade & Customs Management specialization in your third year, allowing you to pursue a career path that is precisely tailored to your ambitions.

Tips

Tips for a Successful Application

1: Find out more about the school

Find out about the curriculum, existing student organizations, and^third-year specializations. The idea is to be able to demonstrate during the interview that you have a genuine interest in ESCE and the Bachelor’s program in particular.

2: Write an introduction

In addition to a formal introduction (who you are, what you’ve done before, why you want to enroll in the school), the introduction should steer the conversation toward the topics you want to discuss. The purpose of the interview is to get to know you better.

3: Highlight your extracurricular activities and hobbies

These are the factors that will make a difference. If you’re passionate about an author or a musician, be sure to mention it. Similarly, highlight your extracurricular projects. ESCE values candidates who are enterprising and committed.

4: Stay up to date on the latest news

Current events are a way to gauge a candidate’s openness to the world. It’s important to pay attention to economic, social, and political news—and especially to international news.

5: Pay Attention to Your Nonverbal Communication

Look your interviewers in the eye, stand up straight, smile… in short, be mindful of the impression you make throughout the interview. Business attire is recommended.