A genuine innovation when it was first introduced in 1995, Audencia’s portfolio of competencies is based on 20 core managerial competencies defined by a team of faculty and human resources managers.

The portfolio is made up of chapters that correspond to the different learning situations a student will encounter during a study programme. However, the emphasis is not on the classic subjects included on a business course (finance, strategy, marketing, etc), but on the soft skills essential in management. In this way, the portfolio first invites a self-evaluation by the student, drawing on personality traits, drives and past experiences. The tool then follows a student throughout his/her time at the school with the aim of making academic and career choices easier to determine. Here, tutors are on hand to give guidance.

The portfolio is completed by the views of student internship supervisors and by those of work colleagues, before a final interview where progress in competencies must be proven.