CURRICULUM
Curriculum
11th Master in Management in France – Financial Times 2024
Diploma
Grande Ecole Programme
Acces
From Bac+2 to Bac+3
Rythm
Full-time or work-study
Level
Bac +5 university degree
Intake
September
Language
English or bilingual French/English
The MBS Grande Ecole Programme offers a comprehensive two- or three-year pathway, designed to develop solid management skills, an international outlook and a strong awareness of sustainability issues.
Each year combines academic teaching, hands-on experience and collaborative projects, enabling each student to progressively build their profile as a responsible manager, ready to take on today’s economic, social and environmental challenges.
The list above is indicative. The availability of specialisations and tracks varies depending on the campus and the year. Some double degrees or specialisations are only offered in Montpellier. This list is subject to change based on capacity, academic partnerships and ministerial authorisations. It does not constitute a contractual commitment.
Year 1 — Management Fundamentals
Build your foundations and develop a global vision of management
Management Sciences
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Management fundamentals
Sociology and history of organisations, geopolitics in a changing world, critical thinking, knowledge and intelligences.
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Quantitative analysis and behaviour
Statistics and market research, consumer behaviour.
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Finance & accounting
Financial and management accounting, fundamentals of corporate finance.
Sustainable Development
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Sustainable Project Management
Responsible project management integrating environmental and social challenges.
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Entrepreneurship, innovation and society
Exploring the links between innovation, value creation and societal impact.
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Act for Change pathway
Learning sustainability through concrete and committed projects.
A Hackathon centred on the Sustainable Development Goals, fostering collaborative learning and the practical application of acquired knowledge, along with a dedicated Generative AI bootcamp.
Year 2 — Strategic In-Depth
Develop your strategic vision and international openness
Management Sciences
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Strategic management & marketing
Strategic management, strategic marketing, sales and relationship strategies.
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Finance, IS & control
Corporate finance, IS governance, data and AI, management control.
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Operations & human resources
Purchasing & supply chain, HR and diversity management.
Sustainable Development
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International Entrepreneurship Challenge
An experiential course on a Sustainable Development Goal theme, delivered as a collaborative international project.
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Managerial theme of your choice
3 elective courses around a managerial theme linked to major sustainability challenges.
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International mobility
Semester of academic exchange at one of MBS's 60+ partner universities worldwide.
A pivotal moment to develop your entrepreneurial skills at the international level and strengthen your openness to the world.
Year 3 — Specialisation & Professionalisation
Affirm your expertise and build your professional project
In the final year, you choose a specialisation or a double degree, either full-time or on a work-study contract, on the Montpellier campus. Teaching also includes courses specific to each specialisation.
Your options
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Specialisation of your choice
In-depth thematic specialisations to build sector-specific expertise recognised by recruiters.
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International double degree
Spend your final year at one of our partner universities and earn an internationally recognised double degree.
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Work-study (Montpellier)
3 weeks in company / 1 week on campus: build solid professional experience while completing your degree.
An essential module to strengthen your leadership capabilities, strategic thinking and ethical commitment in a constantly evolving environment.
Our students share their experience
My journey is, to say the least, an unusual one. After two years in a French preparatory class (CPGE B/L), I chose to join MBS in order to gain a broad, strategic vision of the modern world. During my studies, I had the opportunity to coordinate and lead student life at the school as a member of the student union — an enriching experience that allowed me to develop a wide range of skills and expand my network.
My academic adventure then took me to Vaasa, Finland, where I followed an exchange programme focused on business, entrepreneurship and management. This experience certainly allowed me to acquire knowledge and skills in an international context, but above all it broadened my horizons and opened my mind.
Back in France, I decided to complete my final year of the Grande Ecole Programme on a work-study contract with the Airbus Group, specialising in "Strategy and Consulting" with a focus on marketing and strategy in the aviation sector. MBS is much more than a school: it is a powerful network, committed researcher-lecturers, and above all, meaningful encounters.
Three years ago, I was still lost in the maze of higher education. Today, thanks to the teaching, the varied experiences and the relationships I built throughout my studies, I finally know where I stand — and where I want to go.
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Language of instruction: French and English
Duration: Approximately 1,500 hours of coursework spread over 2 to 3 years of study
Mode: Full-time. Work-study available from the 2nd year (3 weeks in company / 1 week on campus per month)
Intake: September
Pedagogy: An active learning method, combining the use of online content and activities, a “flipped classroom” approach and experiential learning. This teaching method fosters engagement, autonomy and a spirit of initiative.
Teaching format: In-person
Faculty: Courses delivered by MBS researcher-lecturers, consultant-trainers and working professionals
Qualification level: State-accredited Bac+5, Master’s grade, Level 7
To validate your year, you will be assessed in each subject through a combination of continuous assessment, group work and a written exam. Your future does not rest on a single grade
A second foreign language can be studied in PGE Year 1. Other options are available to strengthen your language skills throughout the rest of the programme, such as seminars, exchanges at partner universities, internships and interactions with international students on campus.
You will choose from more than 60 destinations on offer. The academic teams and students from previous cohorts are available to guide you in making this decision.
Yes, because university intakes and administrative procedures vary from one institution to another — and even more so from one country to another — which requires specific preparation. A dedicated team within the school will support you throughout all these steps and also provides personalised follow-up during your stay abroad.
Yes. For this purpose, you can contact the MBS Career Center. Career coaches will help you build your professional project (ambitions, professional positioning, interview preparation) and will regularly offer workshops and meetings with the school’s partner companies. The Career Centre also organises on-campus recruitment sessions to support you in your search.
MBS offers more than ten financial assistance schemes. For further information, please visit the Financing page of the Grande Ecole Programme.
You can view the full list of available financial aid by clicking here
