Yesterday, the International Relations team of MBS School of Business was delighted to welcome its Moroccan partner ENCG Marrakech on the Montpellier campus, represented by Dr. Mohamed Amine, Head of Research, Cooperation, Partnerships and Placements.

This visit was a valuable opportunity to review and further refine the existing progression pathways, in close collaboration with Xavier Rajot, Director of International Academic Partnerships, and Bérengère Vauterin, Progression Partnerships Coordinator. It also provided the opportunity to discuss the extension of our agreement to new flagship programmes, together with the Academic Directors of our Masters of Science and Master in Management, Dr. Moez Bennouri and Dr. Iliya Komarev.

Discussions also focused on the international student journey at MBS, with insightful exchanges led by our Incoming team specialists Vincent Fernandez, Shona Flaherty and Wei Salençon, highlighting support services and the overall student experience. The visit was also an opportunity to present ANIMA, the future MBS eco-campus, designed to meet the academic and sustainability challenges of tomorrow.

Above all, this meeting reinforced our shared ambition to build strong and lasting academic bridges between the Marrakech-Safi and Occitanie regions.

The school confirms its position among the top French management schools and stands out for the quality of its responsible engagement and global outlook.

A Ranking That Rewards Excellence

The Challenges ranking of the best French management schools has highlighted MBS, which ranks 10th for CSR and international criteria. This distinction confirms the relevance of the school’s strategy and the quality of its teaching, which is both innovative and responsible.

CSR: A Concrete and Recognized Commitment

MBS stands out for its integrated approach to corporate social responsibility. The school embeds these values in its programs, student projects, and partnerships, helping to train managers who are aware of social and environmental challenges. This recognition demonstrates the tangible impact of these initiatives in both academic and professional contexts.

International Outlook: A Major Strength

Internationalization of curricula and exchanges is also a key strength of MBS. Through academic partnerships, internships abroad, and a globally minded pedagogy, the school prepares its students to thrive in multicultural and global environments, enhancing both their employability and adaptability.

MBS School of Business is partnering with Hoping China Overseas Business School to launch an Executive Master’s in Strategic Management and Governance, a premium program designed for executives looking to expand their skills in an international environment.

A Major Academic Partnership Between France and China

MBS School of Business has announced a new, high-impact partnership with Hoping China Overseas Business School, marking a significant step forward in its international development.

At the heart of this collaboration is the launch in China of an Executive Master’s in Strategic Management and Governance, designed to support managers and executives as they evolve their leadership and management practices. The program is built on a balance of academic coursework, operational expertise, and international immersion.

A Premium Program to Develop a Global Strategic Vision

This new Executive Master’s program is intended for professionals who wish to strengthen their skills in strategy, leadership, and governance within a globalized context.

Through a learning approach that combines courses delivered by expert faculty and international seminars, participants will benefit from a rigorous and stimulating educational experience.

The program’s mission is clear: to train leaders capable of understanding today’s challenges, driving organizational transformation, and creating a lasting impact within their professional environment.

MBS School of Business continues its upward trajectory on the European stage, climbing 12 places in the 2025 Financial Times ranking of the best European business schools. This achievement highlights the quality of its programs—from the Master in Management to Executive Education—and strengthens the school’s international appeal.

A Remarkable Rise in the European Ranking

In just one year, MBS School of Business has moved up 12 spots to reach 57th place in Europe. This result reflects the school’s positive momentum and its ability to establish itself as a key player in European management education.

Programs of Excellence

The strength of MBS School of Business’s programs lies at the heart of this success. Both the Master in Management and Executive Education programs, which are evaluated in the ranking, demonstrate the school’s academic expertise and its ability to offer training that aligns with the needs of the professional world.

National and International Recognition

This progression places MBS School of Business 13th among French schools in the ranking, confirming its attractiveness and growing reputation. Its international recognition reinforces the school’s image and showcases its strategic presence in Paris, Cork, and the heart of the Occitanie Region.

“I would like to warmly thank all our teaching, research, and administrative teams for the quality of their work and their commitment, which enable us to pursue MBS’s ambitions,” says Mohamed Afennich, General Manager of MBS.

This achievement is the result of a collective effort, illustrating the strength and ambition of MBS School of Business.

MBS School of Business continues to solidify its reputation as a leading academic institution, with a notable rise in the 2025 Shanghai Subject Rankings. This international recognition highlights the growing impact of the school’s research.

Excellence in research that stands out

MBS shines in the disciplines that define its academic identity. In Finance, the school ranks 3rd in France, confirming its position as a reference in the field. In Economics, it makes a significant leap to 5th in France, entering the global top 150. The school also maintains a strong national presence in Business Administration (9th) and Management (8th).

Thanks to these results, MBS is now the most cited French business school in the ranking — a strong indicator of the influence and recognition of its research.

Research driven by innovation and responsibility

MBS stands out for research that addresses today’s major challenges: economic transitions, societal changes, responsible innovation, and environmental impact.

These studies do more than advance knowledge — they permeate all of the school’s programs, giving students a curriculum informed by the latest ideas and perspectives.

“This recognition boosts MBS’s international visibility and rewards the work of our researchers,” says André Deljarry, President of MBS School of Business.
“It also strengthens our appeal and our collaborations with leading academic institutions and companies around the world.”

This academic year, Tamar Kavtaradze, originally from Tbilisi, Georgia, and a Business Administration student at the Free University of Tbilisi, joins MBS School of Business to complete the final year of the BIBA program. She is the latest recipient of the MBS Foundation International Excellence Scholarship – Committed to Making a Difference, which each year recognizes students for their academic achievements and social engagement.

The International Excellence Scholarship: A Stepping Stone to Success

Since 2009, this scholarship has offered one or two students annually from countries facing economic or political challenges the opportunity to pursue higher education in France. Selected from eight outstanding applications by the MBS Foundation Executive Committee, Tamar becomes the 30th international student to benefit from this prestigious program.

Thanks to the generous support of the Foundation’s sponsors, tuition fees are fully covered, allowing these talented students to focus entirely on their studies while enjoying a rich academic and cultural experience.

An Arrival That Embodies the Foundation’s Values

Tamar’s arrival at MBS fully reflects the values upheld by the Foundation and the school: openness, inclusion, and solidarity. Her journey demonstrates how the support and commitment of sponsors can turn educational opportunities into genuine pathways for personal and professional development.

The MBS Foundation would like to extend special thanks to Natia Mskhaladze, Lisa Barrier, and the French Institute in Georgia for their invaluable assistance in evaluating the applications.

This morning, on the Montpellier campus, MBS School of Business and TEAM University, a young and forward-looking private university based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, officially signed a historic and nationally exclusive progression agreement. This partnership marks a new milestone in MBS’s international development strategy and strengthens academic ties between the Tashkent Region and Occitania.

A Strategic Bridge Between Two Regions

The agreement aims to foster collaboration between France and Uzbekistan by promoting student mobility and intercultural exchange. It will allow high-performing students from TEAM University to join the third and final year of MBS’s flagship Bachelor of International Business Administration (BIBA) programme.

Through this partnership, students will have the opportunity to earn a top-tier international degree while benefiting from a full year of academic and cultural immersion in the South of France.
This initiative reflects both institutions’ shared commitment to academic excellence, openness, and global engagement.

A Partnership Rooted in Shared Vision and Strategic Collaboration

This collaboration is the result of a series of strategic meetings held in Austria and Albania between Xavier Rajot, Director of International Academic Partnerships at MBS, and Hikmat Abdurahmanov, CEO and Co-Founder of TEAM University.

It also follows a thorough and seamless programme compatibility analysis conducted by Bérengère Vauterin, Progression Partnerships Specialist at MBS, in close collaboration with Dr. Azamat Nurmatov and Dr. Jyoti Meshram, respectively Dean and Vice Dean at TEAM University.

A Shared Commitment to Global Education

MBS warmly thanks all those who contributed to making this partnership possible through their dedication, collaboration, and shared vision.
This agreement perfectly illustrates MBS’s mission to make a difference through education, expand international cooperation, and prepare future leaders for a rapidly changing global landscape.

After ten years dedicated to supporting ambitious and responsible entrepreneurial projects, the incubator of Montpellier Business School is entering a new chapter in its story. It is changing its name and becoming MBS 1.618, a meaningful new identity that marks the beginning of a new era in entrepreneurial support at MBS.

Why 1.618? The Golden Ratio as a Symbol of Harmonious Growth

1.618 is the golden ratio — a proportion found in nature, mathematics, architecture, art, and design. It represents balance and harmony, a symbol of strong, sustainable, and measured growth.

This philosophy perfectly embodies the spirit of MBS 1.618:
to support scalable, responsible, and sustainable startups that combine economic performance with positive impact — for people and for the planet.

A New Visual Identity to Reflect Our Mission

This name change comes with a completely redesigned visual identity, reflecting the mission and vision that drive MBS 1.618.
At its core lies a spiral inspired by the golden ratio, symbolizing the steady progress and controlled evolution of the projects we support.

The two main colors, green and purple, also express this ambition:

• Green embodies responsibility, sustainability, and environmental commitment.

• Purple conveys innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial boldness.

Ten Years of Innovation and Entrepreneurial Commitment

On September 30, MBS celebrated ten years of entrepreneurial support during an event that brought together incubated startups, alumni, partners, and members of the MBS community.
It was a special moment to reflect on the journey so far, to highlight the projects nurtured by the incubator, and to share a collective vision for the next ten years.

This celebration was also an opportunity to measure the progress made since the incubator’s creation and to reaffirm MBS’s commitment to guiding the entrepreneurs of tomorrow toward growth that is both responsible and ambitious.

Ten years of innovation, challenges, and success stories: our entrepreneurs share their journeys and the impact the incubator has had on their development.
Watch their testimonials in our video feature.

A Community Committed to Building the Future

Over the years, the incubator has benefited from the invaluable involvement of entrepreneurs, mentors, partners, and collaborators who together form a true ecosystem of innovation and impact.

Thanks to their collective engagement, MBS 1.618 begins this new chapter with confidence and ambition, remaining true to its mission:
to nurture sustainable, balanced, and inspiring businesses that contribute to a more responsible world.

To learn more about the MBS incubator, visit our website.

MBS School of Business reaffirms its academic excellence and international standing by renewing its EQUIS accreditation for the next three years, joining the very select group of business schools holding the Triple Crown. This recognition highlights the quality of its programs, the excellence of its faculty, and the impact of its strategic initiatives.

A Leading International Recognition

EQUIS accreditation, awarded by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), recognizes institutions that meet the highest academic standards, combining outstanding teaching, cutting-edge research, and strong engagement with the professional and international communities. Already accredited by AACSB and AMBA, MBS School of Business is part of the 1% of business schools worldwide to hold the Triple Crown. This accreditation applies to all the school’s programs, from the Bachelor and Grande École programs to Masters of Science, the Executive MBA, and the DBA.

Academic Excellence and Societal Commitment

This renewed accreditation confirms the overall quality of MBS School of Business programs and the relevance of its initiatives. The school stands out for its strong commitment to social responsibility, integrated across all activities from research to teaching. Work-study programs, in which MBS has been a pioneer for over thirty years, remain a key differentiator. While this type of program is now offered by many business schools in France, MBS maintains a unique position thanks to its expertise and the quality of support provided to its students.

A Milestone in Continuous Improvement

EQUIS accreditation is the result of a rigorous evaluation process examining all aspects of the school, including strategy, pedagogy, research, internationalization, relations with companies, and alumni networks. This international recognition confirms MBS School of Business’ ability to develop responsible, globally minded leaders while continuing its mission of academic excellence and societal innovation.