2-Year MSc in International Management & Business

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The world is global and majority of companies reach around continents, countries, or regions to do business. Geopolitics intervene in daily business considerations, and supply, production, sales processes as well as management and teamwork have become multicultural and international.

Many of business professionals work with people from all over the world on a daily basis. The Master in International Management and Business will help you to become a successful international manager thriving in international business environment.

The courses will walk you through the complete path necessary to run an international business, or to go international for a local business. A special focus is put on installing and operating companies in Europe.

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Summary
  • Rhythm:
    Full time
  • Total duration:
    26 months maximum
  • Degree:
    Master of science - Grade Master, Visé BAC+5
  • Language(s):
    English
  • Format:
    Presential
  • Campus:
    Audencia Atlantic Campus - Nantes
  • Start Date:
    2026-09-01
  • Number of places:
    30
  • VAE accessible:
    No
  • Entry level:
    BAC +3, BAC +4
  • Duration of internship / Work experience:
    4-6 months
  • Training schedule:
    The 2-year MSc program offers a total of 465 hours of training

Program Benefits

  • Managing an international business or internationalizing a local business.
  • Special attention is given to setting up and operating businesses in Europe.
  • Focuses on developing your multicultural management and leadership skills and helps you master teamwork and interaction in a multicultural environment.
  • 360° approach to intercultural management and customizable course.

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The Program

The MSc in International Management & Business is designed for students with a solid management background and a strong motivation to meet the challenges of international business. Adaptability, flexibility and global understanding are key success factors for young graduates embarking on a career in international management. These skills are developed throughout the program through cutting-edge management teaching by an international faculty. 
With the increasing globalization of economies, companies need highly skilled leaders who can tackle complex problems and think and act multiculturally. The MSc IM program will enable you to acquire both business knowledge and soft skills to access the positions of your choice in international companies.

1st year of compulsory education in Nantes

Global Management

List of courses

During the second year, you will concentrate on the area of your specialization of your master : 

  • Corporate Finance
  • Global Marketing
  • International Strategy
  • International Trade and Business
  • Responsible purchasing and supply chain management
  • International business Law
  • Managing accross cultures
  • Global leadership
  • International Business Negotiations
  • International Business Consulting Project
  • Doing business in France
  • Import and Export 
  • International Business Development
  • Complex and B2B Sales

Target Skills

  • Developing strategies for the businesses and implementing an innovative, entrepreneurial approaches
  • Developing and implementeing marketing strategies (particularly based on user behavior)
  • Managing business activities and assessing the financial performance of businesses and the associated risks
  • Managing projects and teams in an international context
  • Managing energy and social change
  • Directing management activities in specific professional fields (Strategy, Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Energy and Social Transition, Communication, etc.)

Pedagogical methods

The program is based on alternating theoretical and practical sequences (face-to-face or distance learning) using business simulations, case studies and interactive lessons.

Assessment Terms

Continuous monitoring, Examens sur table, Final dissertation

Teaching methods

  • Theoretical Courses 
  • Case Studies
  • Practical Exercises
  • Group Projects
2-Year MSc in International Management & Business

Admission criteria

Eligibility requirements for the 2-year MSc programs:

Proficiency in English as demonstrated by one of the following:

  • TOEFL iBT 84, TOEIC 655, IELTS 6.0 or Duolingo 100
  • English-taught undergraduate program
  • Native speaker

3-year or 4-year undergraduate degree in any field

Note that you can apply during the last year of your Bachelor’s studies.

International admission criteria

Students who have obtained (or are in the process of obtaining) a diploma outside French territory must contact the International Recruitment Service to apply through this admission route: international@audencia.com.

Admission period

Up to 3 weeks

Equivalences and Bridges

It is possible to transfer to a university or other business school (rare, but possible). Equivalencies are determined by the institutions to which you choose to apply.

The procedure

Key dates

Admissions are open until June 2026, but may close early if class is full. Due to the limited number of seats available, candidates are strongly advised to apply before the Early Application deadline of January 31st, 2026.

Admission terms

Applications are accepted until June 2026 for the September intake or until the program is full. We encourage you to submit your application by the Early Application deadline of January 31, 2026.

To apply, please visit candidat.audencia.com

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 

  • CV and Cover Letter in English
  • Copies of undergraduate degree transcripts
  • Undergraduate Degree Diploma
  • English language test results less than 2 years old (TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo)
  • Copy of identification (passport or ID card)

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School fees

29 800€

Service Fees: An Investment in Student Quality of Life
In addition to tuition, students are required to pay mandatory service fees of €500 per academic year upon entry into the program. These fees do not apply to scholarship students or apprentices.

Service fees help finance the activities, infrastructure, and services provided to you by Student Life Department. The goal is to promote your well-being, health, and inclusion, support your involvement in student organizations, and assist you with housing and financing.

Comprehensive support to help you get the most out of your student experience!

Financing terms

Thanks to our strong partnerships with public and private institutions, there are a number of scholarships available to international students,

Learn more about the scholarships offered by Audencia, as well as external funding options.

International financing terms

International students can contact Campus France to check their eligibility for the scholarships offered.

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Further studies

This MSc gives all necessary skills to start a successfull professional career. After several years of professional experience, some alumni might choose to develop a research expertise thanks to our DBA program.
They can also enroll for additional modules or programs of our executive training offer.

Career Support

Are you looking for an internship? Do you need advice on your CV, cover letters or any other action to help you become more professional?

The Career & Corporate Relations Center teams can help. We are here to serve Audencia's students, graduates and recruiters, and develop tailor-made support packages for all Audencia programs.

Our goal is to help you develop your skills and enhance your employability, both in France and abroad.

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Job opportunities

Build a career in international business around the world in areas such as

  • International Management
  • Management Consulting
  • International Marketing
  • International business development and sales
  • Import and export
  • Setting up your own international trading company


Examples of jobs:

  • Import Representative
  • Export Representative
  • International PMO (Project Management Office) Team Member
  • International Project Manager
  • International Business Developer
  • Internationalization consultant
  • Business consultant for international companies wishing to operate in Europe

More than a school, a global network

When you join Audencia, you're not just joining a school, you're joining a large network of 37,000 alumni and 7,200 students, from a hundred different nationalities.

A dynamic network with its ambassadors who offer you numerous exchanges, discussions and meetings wherever you are in the world (internship, travel or expatriation).

Audencia Alumni, it's 200 communities and more than 250 events per year in France and internationally.

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Student Well-Being

Well-being @Audencia is a comprehensive service, designed to help you succeed in your personal, academic and professional life.

The entire scheme is based on values of caring. It is completely confidential.

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The Knowledge Hub

Throughout the year, the Knowledge Hub team welcomes, educates, and trains students in documentary research methodology, database consultation, bibliographic formatting, and plagiarism avoidance.

A team of 9 documentalists is available to students and teachers to assist students and teachers with their research.

In this way, each student can be received in individual appointments to be assisted in their research or to be trained in bibliographic reference management tools. Teachers also benefit from the support of the librarians for their teaching projects (identification of tools, enrichment of courses with bibliographic references).

Contact : knowledge-hub@audencia.com

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Meet us in a city near you

Upcoming Events

Audencia's International Admissions team looks forward to meeting you at student fairs around the world throughout the year!

We regularly travel internationally, so there’s a good chance we’ll be near your city or country soon. These fairs are the perfect opportunity to meet us in person, ask all your questions, and learn more about our programs, internships, and global opportunities.

Keep an eye out for upcoming events near you—we hope to see you there!

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Equipe Office of International Relations

Office of International Admissions
+33 786 490 775
international@audencia.com

Accessibility for the Disabled

In line with its three founding values - Innovation, Collaboration and Responsibility - Audencia's social policy places the fight against all forms of discrimination related to age, gender, origin, disability or any other personal characteristic at the heart of its policy and encourages the integration of learners regardless of these attributes.

In particular, Audencia is committed to meeting accessibility standards for people with disabilities in all our locations and to offering specially adapted training courses. For more information, please see our Disability Policy.

Contact us, in complete confidentiality, so that together we can find a personalized solution: disability@audencia.com