Entry level requirement
High School diploma or equivalent
Duration
3 years
Language
English
Location
Lyon, France
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, business demands more than just theory — it calls for adaptability, innovation, and real-world insight. Our undergraduate bachelor’s programme is crafted to meet these demands with a rigorous curriculum that blends analytical thinking with strategic management. Through strong industry integration and hands-on learning, we prepare students to lead with confidence, drive impact, and thrive in the global business landscape.
Our programme offers a comprehensive foundation in International Business, enabling students to grasp the core principles of Economics, Finance, Marketing, and Business Operations on a global scale. Students will learn to evaluate and craft business strategies within diverse international contexts, gaining a strong analytical edge.
Through a focused emphasis on Management and Leadership, the programme develops essential skills for decision-making, strategic planning, and leadership in multicultural environments, while fostering a strong commitment to ethical and responsible global practices.
A deep Geostrategic Understanding is cultivated by exploring the influence of geopolitical dynamics on global markets and international relations, preparing students to design strategies that are both forward-thinking and globally relevant. Finally, the programme strengthens students’ capabilities in Multicultural Relations, empowering them to appreciate cultural diversity, manage cross-cultural teams effectively, and communicate with clarity and empathy across international borders.
As an integral part of the curriculum, students engage in a structured internship each year of their studies, ensuring continuous exposure to real-world business environments and the practical application of their learning. In the first year, students begin with a one-week study immersion programme in France, followed by a two-month internship either in France or abroad.
The second year includes a two-month internship, once again offering the flexibility of domestic or international placement. Students complete a three-month internship in the third year, allowing for deeper industry engagement and professional growth in a global setting.
Our students specialize in one of the following areas
- International Business and Entrepreneurship
- International Marketing and Communication
- International Finance
- Supply Chain Management
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Completion of High School (Baccalaureate in France or an equivalent qualification from other countries)
- Academic Performance: A minimum of 55% overall marks in high school
- Age Limit: Applicants must be 29 years of age or younger at the time of admission
- Language Proficiency: Proof of English proficiency is required through one of the following:
- Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate
- English subject marks in 12th grade
- IELTS or TOEFL scores
Our Bachelor Programme is in partnership with MBway and has of 3-year cycle, the first two years of which are assured by LIGMR® and the final year by MBWAY Lyon Campus, which will award students who have passed all exams and academic requirements of the RNCP degree.
Year 1:
Foundations in International Affairs (60 ECTS).
S1 - 1st Semester – 30 ECTS
- •Introduction to International Business (3 ECTS)
Key concepts, basic theories, impacts of globalization.
- •Microeconomics (3 ECTS)
Analysis of supply and demand, market structures, consumer behaviour.
- •Principles of Management (3 ECTS)
Management theories and practices, management functions.
- •Intercultural Communication (3 ECTS)
Basic concepts of intercultural communication, cultural dimensions.
- •Introduction to Geostrategy (3 ECTS)
Basic concepts, geopolitical theories, case studies.
- •Marketing Fundamentals (3 ECTS)
Marketing concepts and strategies, market research and analysis.
- •Business Mathematics and Statistics (3 ECTS)
Essential mathematical concepts, descriptive and inferential statistics.
- •Project Management (3 ECTS)
Concept and tools for international project management.
- •French as a Foreign Language or Intensive English (3 ECTS)
Linguistic, communicative and cultural skills.
- •Conference / Workshop / Professional Project (3 ECTS)
Organization of conferences and workshops on the students' professional project, observation internship (1 week).
S2 – 2nd Semester – 30 ECTS
- •Macroeconomics (3 ECTS)
Macroeconomic policies, business cycles, international trade.
- •Financial Accounting (3 ECTS)
Accounting Principles, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis.
- •Introduction to Business Law (3 ECTS)
Legal aspects of business, contracts, international trade law.
- •Global History and Politics (3 ECTS)
Historical developments in contemporary global policy dynamics impacting business.
- •Multicultural Team Management (3 ECTS)
Work and manage multicultural teams, both in-person and remote.
- •Corporate Communication (3 ECTS)
Specificities of corporate communication, its culture and its products and services.
- •Introduction to Human Resources (3 ECTS)
Human resources management in companies, from start-ups to multinationals.
- •Operation Management (3 ECTS)
Understand the management of the production and distribution of products and services.
- •French as a Foreign Language for Business or Intensive Business English (3 ECTS)
Business-Appropriate Linguistic, Communicative and Cultural Skills.
- •Professional experience (3 ECTS)
2 months of internship in France or abroad on a generalist theme of management, or specialized according to the student's professional project.
Evaluation
- •Written and oral exams to assess understanding of theoretical concepts.
- •Projects and research to develop analytical and practical skills.
- •Oral presentations to improve communication skills.
- •Internship reports to reflect practical and professional learning.
- •Classroom participation to encourage active engagement and critical thinking.
Teaching methods
- •Lectures to introduce basic concepts and theories.
- •Tutorials (TD) to deepen the topics through discussions and practical exercises.
- •Practical work (TP) to apply concepts in real or simulated situations.
- •Case studies to analyze real-life situations and develop practical solutions.
- •Group projects to encourage collaboration and project-based learning.
- •Invited conferences to benefit from the expertise of professionals in the sector.
- •Internships to provide hands-on experience and prepare students for the job market.
Resources
- •Library and documentation centre with access to books, academic articles and databases.
- •E-learning platform for course resources, discussions, and assignment submissions.
- •Computer labs equipped with specialized software for statistics, finance and e-commerce courses.
- •Access to conferences and events organized by the school and industrial partners.
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