IESEG School of Management

What you'll study

The programme combines core courses on global business fundamentals with options for specialisation and applied projects. Typical core modules include international strategy, global marketing, cross-cultural management, international finance and risk management, global supply chain and logistics, and international business law. Complementary subjects often cover digital business transformation, international negotiation, corporate social responsibility and emerging markets.

Students usually follow a mix of lectures, case studies, simulation exercises and team projects. Assessment methods commonly include examinations, group assignments, consultancy-style capstone projects and a professional internship or practicum. Electives and language courses allow students to tailor the programme to interests such as international marketing, supply chain management, corporate finance or entrepreneurship.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Most candidates have degrees in business, economics, social sciences or related fields; applicants from other disciplines should demonstrate interest and preparedness for business studies.

Typical admissions requirements include:

• a completed undergraduate degree with transcripts;
• a CV and a motivation letter or personal statement outlining career goals;
• evidence of English proficiency (accepted tests commonly include IELTS or TOEFL, or equivalent institutional proof of English-taught instruction);
• some programmes request letters of recommendation and may consider GMAT/GRE scores where available (these are often optional and considered alongside professional experience and academic record);
• selected applicants are invited to an interview, which may take place in person or online.

Career prospects

Graduates move into roles that require cross-border commercial awareness and the capacity to manage multicultural teams. Typical job titles include international business development manager, export or international sales manager, management consultant with a global remit, product or project manager, supply chain manager, and corporate strategy analyst. Alumni also work in sectors such as FMCG, technology, logistics, consulting, banking and international organisations.

The programme’s applied components — internships, corporate projects and career services — aim to help students build professional networks and demonstrate practical experience to employers in multinational companies and internationally focused SMEs.

Why study at IESEG School of Management

IESEG is a Grande École with triple international accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA), delivering programmes on campuses in Lille and Paris La Défense. The school emphasises a multicultural learning environment, small class sizes and close interaction with faculty and industry partners.

Students benefit from IESEG’s corporate partnerships, an active career service offering recruitment support and events, and an international network of exchange partners. The curriculum blends academic rigour with practical experience — such as consultancy projects and internships — to prepare students for immediate contribution in international business roles.

Language support and elective courses allow students to improve additional languages and specialise according to career goals, making IESEG a practical choice for those targeting international mobility and leadership in global organisations.