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International BBA: Bachelor in Business Administration

A four-year degree (Bachelor’s level), accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation

Overview

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Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Business School’s International BBA is a four-year post-baccalauréat programme leading to a Bachelor in Business Administration (Bac+4), with a strong international dimension.

Its design draws on the Anglo-Saxon BBA model and aims to develop professionals capable of operating in a globalised context, building competencies in international business and management.

The International BBA is taught at our Paris-La Défense and Berlin campuses, with all modules delivered exclusively in English.

The degree is accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation and offers an international academic and professional experience through semesters abroad, international internships, a professionally-oriented dimension with the option of an apprenticeship in Year 4, and exchanges with partner universities.

I chose the IBBA because of its stronger international focus, particularly in Year 3 with the academic experiences abroad. English has always been my favourite subject, and I love learning languages to travel, so this programme was an obvious choice for me. Upon joining, I was pleasantly surprised to find that there are only 8 of us in the class, which makes it much easier to exchange ideas, get to know one another, and allows lecturers to spend more time with each student.

Louna WEISS

First-year International BBA student

I chose the IBBA because of its stronger international focus, particularly in Year 3 with the academic experiences abroad. English has always been my favourite subject, and I love learning languages to travel, so this programme was an obvious choice for me. Upon joining, I was pleasantly surprised to find that there are only 8 of us in the class, which makes it much easier to exchange ideas, get to know one another, and allows lecturers to spend more time with each student.

Louna WEISS

First-year International BBA student

International Experience at the Heart of the Programme

One of the key features of our programme is its international focus: in Paris-La Défense and Berlin, the course is taught entirely in English from the first year onwards.

We designed the International BBA with international experience at the core of the journey. You may take part in academic exchanges at our partner universities, complete internships abroad, and in Year 3, pursue an international double degree.

The programme stands out for its considerable flexibility, with the option of spending two semesters at two different universities or in two different countries, or choosing an extended immersion at a single institution as part of a double degree.

Year 4 strengthens professional development with an extended internship — compulsorily international — or an apprenticeship, to consolidate your experience. These experiences develop strong intercultural, strategic and linguistic competencies, whilst maximising employability on an international job market.

List of partner universities:

  • Brazil: FACAMP, Campinas
  • Brazil: Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Parana – Curitiba
  • China: University of International Business and Economics UIBE – Pékin
  • China (Macao): University of Macau – Macau
  • Colombia: Universidad Externado de Colombia – Bogota
  • Croatia: Zagreb School of Economics and Management – Zagreb
  • Denmark: Copenhagen Business School CBS – Frederiksberg
  • Spain: Deusto Business School – Bilbao
  • Italy: Politecnico di Milano – School of Management – Milan
  • Morocco: Rabat Business School
  • USA: California State University – Northridge
  • USA: UCLA Extension – Los Angeles

Why choose Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ’s International BBA

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Business School is a triple-accredited institution recognised for its creative pedagogy and academic quality. Its International BBA (Bac+4) sits within the school’s broader higher education offering and is aligned with international standards.

The programme is offered at the Paris La Défense campus (in English) and in Berlin (in English), providing a genuine linguistic and cultural immersion experience in two of Europe’s greatest capitals.

Campus

Paris

The Paris La Défense campus is located at the heart of Europe’s leading business district — the 4th largest in the world. With direct access to the 2,800 major French and international companies and economic organisations (including CAC40 firms) based in La Défense, our campus gives students an unrivalled location for securing internships and employment.

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The Berlin campus is set in a natural environment at the heart of one of Europe’s largest capitals. Located along the River Spree and surrounded by numerous parks, this recently opened campus (inaugurated in 2025) offers a peaceful setting.

Situated in the Moabit district, our Berlin campus allows students to be close to some of the world’s leading start-ups and to enjoy an exceptional cultural life in the German capital.

If you would like to learn more about the city and the campus, please visit our dedicated Berlin campus page.

Berlin campus

Paris

Campus

Paris

The Paris La Défense campus is located at the heart of Europe’s leading business district — the 4th largest in the world. With direct access to the 2,800 major French and international companies and economic organisations (including CAC40 firms) based in La Défense, our campus gives students an unrivalled location for securing internships and employment.

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Berlin

Campus

Berlin

The Berlin campus is set in a natural environment at the heart of one of Europe’s largest capitals. Located along the River Spree and surrounded by numerous parks, this recently opened campus (inaugurated in 2025) offers a peaceful setting.

Situated in the Moabit district, our Berlin campus allows students to be close to some of the world’s leading start-ups and to enjoy an exceptional cultural life in the German capital.

If you would like to learn more about the city and the campus, please visit our dedicated Berlin campus page.

Berlin campus

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FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's International BBA

Admissions, languages of instruction, international experience, internships and career prospects: clear answers for our International BBA applicants.

What is the difference between a BBA and a standard Bachelor or a Bachelor in Management?

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A BBA (Bachelor in Business Administration) differs from a standard Bachelor primarily through its international exposure. Depending on the pathway chosen, students joining Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Business School’s IBBA programme may spend 12 to 24 months abroad.

Beyond mobility, our programme incorporates genuine awareness of contemporary geopolitical, economic and cultural issues. The aim: to develop an understanding of international environments and the skills needed to evolve, thrive and perform sustainably in multicultural contexts.

What is an International BBA?

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An International BBA (Bachelor in Business Administration) is a 4-year, post-secondary programme inspired by the Anglo-Saxon model, designed to train business and management professionals equipped to work in international environments.

At Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Business School, the International BBA is a Bachelor’s degree (Bac+4 level) officially recognised by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research. It is taught on the Paris La Défense and Berlin campuses, entirely in English. The programme combines a strong academic foundation with an international focus: semesters abroad, international internships, and the option to complete a work-study year (apprenticeship) in year 4.

Is the BBA internationally recognised?

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The International BBA (Bac+4) degree is designed to be compatible with international standards in management and business, notably through the mobility opportunities and relationships with partner universities abroad.

The possibility of completing a double degree with a prestigious international university further strengthens the recognition of your academic pathway.

What key skills are developed in the programme?

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Students develop competencies in international management, business strategy, intercultural management and professional communication in English.

How is the international exchange organised?

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Supported by our international relations office, you will prepare your academic exchange with a dedicated team who serve as your primary point of contact with Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, both before and during your time abroad.

Academic exchanges take place in Year 3 at partner universities, with several options available as outlined below:

  • The 2 universities, 2 countries pathway consists of one semester at a university of your choice, followed by a second semester at another university of your choice. A selection process is applied based on various criteria, and you will be able to express your preferences for the universities you wish to attend.
  • The double degree pathway takes place over a full academic year at a partner university (a 12-month academic stay).

What are the partner universities?

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  • Brazil: FACAMP, Campinas
  • Brazil: Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Parana – Curitiba
  • China: University of International Business and Economics UIBE – Pékin
  • China (Macao): University of Macau – Macau
  • Colombia: Universidad Externado de Colombia – Bogota
  • Croatia: Zagreb School of Economics and Management – Zagreb
  • Denmark: Copenhagen Business School CBS – Frederiksberg
  • Spain: Deusto Business School – Bilbao
  • Italy: Politecnico di Milano – School of Management – Milan
  • Morocco: Rabat Business School
  • USA: California State University – Northridge
  • USA: UCLA Extension – Los Angeles

As the programme is continuously evolving, we are actively developing new partnerships to offer an ever-growing range of exchanges at prestigious universities. This list is therefore subject to change.

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