Joint BBA program with Rennes School of Business, France
Tbilisi, Georgia
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
08 Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 10,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* admissions are open
** for non-residents | for residents: gel 21500
Key Summary
About: This joint BBA awards a Bachelor’s degree in Management from Caucasus University and Rennes School of Business. The programme combines core business, economics, and management theory with practical learning, cross-cultural exposure (2+1 model: two years in Georgia, final year in France), faculty, and access to international networks and accreditations.
Career Outcomes: Graduates access career opportunities in international business, marketing, finance, consulting, human resources, logistics and supply chain, project management, and entrepreneurship. They’ll pursue roles in multinational firms, consultancies, marketing agencies, startups, or continue to master’s study in International Business, Management, Finance or Marketing; internships and language skills boost employability.
Upon graduates receive a Bachelor’s Degree in Management from both Caucasus University (Georgia) and Rennes School of Business (France). The joint program offers a strong academic foundation built on the core principles of business, economics, and management, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical, experience-based learning.
The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education that extends beyond traditional business studies, fostering a deep understanding of global business environments, strategic decision-making, and entrepreneurial thinking. Students develop strong analytical, managerial, and communication skills, along with cross-cultural competencies essential for thriving in the global marketplace.
Accreditation & Global Credibility
The program is authorized and accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Youth of Georgia. In 2026, the Caucasus University School of Business (CSB) received an invitation to undergo an AACSB accreditation visit - a significant milestone marking the final stage on its pathway toward AACSB accreditation. AACSB is one of the world’s most prestigious accreditation bodies for business schools, with only approximately 6% of business schools worldwide holding this distinction. CSB is proud to be the first business school in Georgia and the wider region to reach this stage of the AACSB accreditation process.
RSB Accreditations and Recognitions:
- International Accreditations; AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS
- 3rd Bachelor of Management 2025 _ Le Parisien Etudiant;
- 61st European Business School Rankings _ Financial Times 2025;
International Value & Exposure
1. The program is supported by the Caucasus School of Business’s active membership in leading international organizations, including AACSB, CEEMAN, NIBES, Am Cham, GUIDE, and UNAI. As well as the program is supported by RSB membership in organizations such as: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA, CEFDG, EFMD Global and etc.
These affiliations enhance the program’s global perspective, ensuring alignment with international academic standards and best practices. Students benefit from access to international networks, collaborative opportunities, academic exchanges, and exposure to global research communities, enabling them to build strong crossborder connections and engage with current trends in marketing on a global scale.
2. The Caucasus School of Business (CSB) hosts the CSB Research Center, as a dedicated hub for high-quality, high-impact academic research. The Center brings together affiliated doctoral faculty spanning finance, accounting, management, marketing, and macroeconomics.
CSB researchers publish in the field’s leading peer-reviewed journals, including Sustainability Accounting, Management and Policy Journal, Social Responsibility Journal, International Journal of Auditing, and Journal of Financial Reporting and Accounting — all ranked Scopus Q1. Core research themes include sustainability and ESG reporting, corporate governance, sanctions economics, and AI infrastructure and firm performance.
The Center has secured Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation grants for three consecutive years (2023–2025), reflecting consistent excellence in competitive national funding. Faculty are active participants in international scholarly conferences and maintain strong public visibility, regularly sharing research insights with audiences in Georgia and beyond through media appearances, policy publications, and professional outlets.
Through the Center of Unframed Thinking (CUT), Rennes School of Business fosters high-level, interdisciplinary research that challenges conventional frameworks and addresses complex societal and organizational transitions. Leveraging both internal and external funding in a vibrant research environment, CUT supports innovative application of research at both sectoral and intersectoral levels through various pedagogical, corporate and policy initiatives.
3. The faculty of the Caucasus School of Business and Rennes School of Business consists of highly qualified academics and industry professionals with international education and extensive practical experience in finance, economics, management, and
entrepreneurship. Many lecturers hold PhDs from leading international universities and occupy senior positions in major organizations and multinational companies. Faculty members are actively involved in research, consulting, and international academic projects, ensuring that students receive both theoretical knowledge and practical industry insight. Their strong professional networks, research achievements, and real-world expertise significantly contribute to students’ academic excellence, employability, leadership development, and successful career outcomes in competitive global markets.
4. The program maintains an excellent student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 1:1.5, fostering a close-knit learning environment. This allows for personalized attention, more meaningful interactions with instructors, and enhanced mentorship opportunities for students. The diverse cultural and academic backgrounds of the instructors provide the program with a distinct international perspective and a global learning environment.
5. The program provides access to modern academic resources, including university libraries, electronic databases, and research materials that support advanced study. Students benefit from a strong research environment, international academic networks, and opportunities for collaboration through conferences, publications, and assistantships, ensuring comprehensive support for both academic and professional development.
Differentiation
- Earn Two Degrees: Graduate with diplomas from both Caucasus University and Rennes School of Business (France).
- International Experience: Study in two countries through a 2+1 model — the first two years at Caucasus University and the final year at RSB, France.
- Globally Recognized Partner: Rennes School of Business is one of the top international business schools in Europe, holding prestigious triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS).
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain a strong foundation in management, finance, marketing, economics, and information systems, with opportunities to specialize in key business areas.
- Career Opportunities: Access diverse employment prospects in multinational companies, consulting firms, financial institutions, and public organizations.
The program is structured in a 2+1 teaching model, which entails two academic years studying at the Caucasus School of Business. the third year studying at the Rennes School of Business. The first course with 60 ECTS, the second course 60 ECTS, the third course 64 ECTS. Consequently, the standard official duration of the Bachelor’s Degree Program is 3 years.
In addition to theoretical and analytical courses in business and management, students are required to complete a mandatory 8- week internship in the field of their studies. The internship component enables students to gain practical professional experience, develop intercultural communication skills, and strengthen their competitiveness in the international labor market. Students have successfully completed internships in countries such as France, Belgium, and Austria, in both local and international companies.
An important component of the program is French language instruction, which is integrated into the curriculum throughout the studies. Upon completion of the program, students are expected to achieve at least a B1 level of French language proficiency according
to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This level of proficiency supports students’ academic and professional integration in France and other French-speaking environments, enabling them to communicate effectively in daily life, pursue internships, and seek employment opportunities in French-speaking companies and international organizations.
Graduates of the program are equipped for diverse career pathways in international business, marketing, finance, human resource management, logistics and supply chain management, project management, and consulting. The multidisciplinary and internationally oriented curriculum, combined with practical internship experience and foreign language proficiency, enables graduates to pursue employment opportunities in both local and multinational organizations. Graduates may work in banks, consulting companies, marketing agencies, international trade and logistics companies, entrepreneurial ventures, and other businessrelated sectors. Graduates of RSB are employed in companies, such as: KPMG, PWC, BNP PARIBAS AMAZON, WAVESTONE, DELOITTE, CHANELTHALES, ACCENTURE, CAPGEMINI, CGI BOUYGUES GROUP and etc.
The program also provides a strong foundation for continuing studies at the master’s degree level in fields such as International Business, Management, Marketing, Finance, and related disciplines at internationally recognized universities. Our graduates have pursues their studies in universities such as University on Antwerp, Rennes School of Business and etc. Additionally, French language proficiency and international academic experience support graduates in seeking internships and career opportunities in Frenchspeaking and global business environments.