MSc International Business
Marseille, France
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 18,500
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
*Offer available for any application completed before 30/11/2025. Only available on MSc specialised programmes and undergraduate programmes taught in full-time.
MSc International Business
In our highly globalised economy, the demand for skilled professionals in international business is rising. The MSc International Business at KEDGE meets this demand, offering a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach from economics and management to geopolitics. Understanding the diverse intricacies of international trade is crucial; the programme ensures a well-rounded education that surpasses traditional boundaries. Delving into global markets, cross-cultural management, and strategic decision-making, students gain the knowledge and skills to navigate international business challenges and opportunities.
The International Business programme is a double degree programme. It delivers a Master of Science accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) and a diploma recognised by the French Ministry of Higher Education.
Objectives of the International Business Programme
"The training explores the cultural and geopolitical factors making up this global environment. It recreates the complexities of this ever-evolving global ecosystem. Our goal is to teach future business leaders to become international business developers, with a good knowledge of global business principles including strategy, marketing, geopolitics, business law, finance and the supply chain."
Mehidi Aref Amiri - Head of the MSc International Business
Programme highlights
- Real-world study projects
- International experience
- Global vision
- Focus on geopolitics and the international environment
- 2 electives on each campus
- Connections with recognised companies
- Minimum six-month internship
- Study trip
Key figures
- 93,5% of graduates find a job within 6 months after graduation
- 45% of students are hired even before graduation
- €45,900 average annual salary
- 14 different nationalities by cohort
Why study international business?
Embarking on a postgraduate journey in international business is a strategic decision that unveils a myriad of opportunities. Choosing an education in international business - from a reputable university or business school - provides a competitive edge in today's job market. The ability to work across countries and cultures is crucial for organisational survival, making an international perspective essential for professionals at all levels and from every department.
The appeal extends beyond numerous employability options to financial rewards. Working abroad offers a deep open-mindedness, enhancing cultural adaptability and leadership skills. The numerous career paths provide the opportunity to conduct business across the globe in different regions, including Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Pursuing postgraduate studies in international business is an investment in an exciting and lucrative future. Graduates, equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to elevate businesses to new heights, become invaluable assets to companies in all sectors. Specialised postgraduate programmes, such as the MSc in International Business at KEDGE Business School, offer a comprehensive curriculum opening doors to lucrative career opportunities with high-paying salaries.
Short Track
Master of Science (MSc)
- Semester 1&2
- Business intelligence
- Innovative venture development
- Digital marketing
- Principles of negotiation
- International environment & geopolitics
- Corporate finance
- Corporate strategy & case competition
- Dissertation research methods
- Operations & supply chain management
- International management: a cross-cultural approach
- Import-export administration
- Export market survey (part of French Touch tour)
- International business law
- Elective courses
- Bordeaux campus
- Operations management & the wine industry
- Doing business in Asia, Africa, India, Europe & Middle East
- Marseille campus
- Luxury marketing
- Doing business in North America, Europe & the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia
- Paris campus
- Leading people & business across borders
- Doing business in India, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia (focus on Japan)
- Bordeaux campus
- Additional content
- French touch tour: The ‘French Touch Tour’ is an exploration of French "savoir-faire" in different industries. With its innovative and balanced pedagogy based on conferences from professionals and academics, company visits and export market surveys, it aims to promote the French know-how of export-oriented SMEs.
- Export market survey (part of French Touch Tour): All along the year, students work on an export market survey and present their outcome in front of a jury of professionals.
- CCEF certification
- Final dissertation: Students select a relevant research question and write an academic assignment. Students work closely with an academic supervisor who guides them through the various steps of their research.
- Study trip
- International internship
Long Track
Patway Course
- Semester 1&2
- Strategic thinking
- Financial performance
- Data management
- Generative bootcamp (artificial intelligence)
- Public speaking
- Visual communication & sustainable impact
- Business & socio-ecological transitions
- Sustainable environment for organisations
- Team management
- Human & AI collaboration
- Business & climate change
- Open Innovation Challenge (corporate project)
- Pre-specialisation courses
- Marketing reconsidered
- Procurement
- Qualitative & quantitative research
- Additional content
- internship (in France or abroad) or academic partnership
Master of Science (MSc)
Same as above
At KEDGE Business School, we believe that financial concerns should not prevent students from accessing the course of their choice. We are fully aware that a higher education diploma requires a strong motivation as well as personal and financial commitments. We recognise that pursuing a degree requires motivation as well as personal and financial commitment. To help you shape your own path towards the career of your dreams, the school offers a range of scholarships to ambitious and talented international students. In addition to the financial aid provided by KEDGE, international candidates can seek governmental or corporate scholarships in their home countries and beyond.
Scholarships in France for international students
How to get a scholarship in France?
Do you have a study project in France? We are eager to offer students this opportunity and provide them with a high-standard business education. Our doors are always open to those who wish to study and experience educational excellence in France’s major cities: Paris, Bordeaux, Marseille, and/or Toulon. To support international applicants, we offer a range of exclusive financial support options.
International students may also benefit from other scholarships funded by their home country. To learn more about the scholarships available to foreign applicants in France, visit the Campus Bourses tool. It identifies all financial support opportunities provided by French and foreign governments, local authorities, companies, foundations, and higher education institutions.
Who can apply for KEDGE scholarships?
Only non-French (foreign) students applying for our International BBA, Specialised MSc or Master in Management Grande Ecole are eligible. Exchange students from other schools and universities abroad cannot apply for this financial aid.
Erasmus Options
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
- Erasmus +
Exclusive KEDGE scholarships
These financial plans are aimed at international students only.
- Social Scholarship
- Solidarity Scholarship
- Excellence Scholarship
- Early Bird Scholarship
- Diversity Scholarship
- Partner Scholarship
- ISLI Kirsten Hoey Scholarship
- Alumni Scholarship
- Welcome to France Scholarship
- Eiffel Scholarship
International scholarships to study in France
International students at KEDGE Business School can benefit from various grants offered and funded by their countries. Explore possible student grant options by area:
- America
- Southern Europe
- India, East Asia
- Africa & Eastern Europe
- Central Asia, Middle-East and Northern Europe
- Negotiating in an international context
- Ability to cope with multicultural situations
- Promoting the image of a company abroad
- Developing an entrepreneurial mindset
- Managing the launch of a new product or service abroad
Career prospects
Since 1986, our alumni have been hired by over 700 companies across 5 continents in a wide range of career paths:
- International business developer
- Export sales manager
- Area manager
- Import-export manager
- Sales & marketing manager, etc.
Partners & Network
Accenture, Airbus, Apple, Arcelor Mittal, Avon Cosmetics, Bank of China, Barton & Guestier, Canal +, Dior, Daimler, Decathlon, DELPHI Automotive, Dongfeng, Google, In Vivo, Kraft Foods, Kuehne + Nagel, Lactalis, Lectra, Lenôtre, LinkedIn, L'Oréal, LVMH-Hermès, Natixis, Stellantis, Pernod Ricard, Pinterest, Procter & Gamble, Rothschild, Sony, Société Générale, Syngeta, Valéo, Total, etc.