Bachelor in Management

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Audencia’s Bachelor in Management prepares future managers for a wide variety of careers in business and management. The program builds solid academic foundations while offering international exposure, digital competencies, a strong focus on global responsibility, and valuable professional experience.

Offered on our Nantes, Paris, and Vendée campuses, this bachelor’s degree is also an excellent pathway to graduate-level studies, with numerous electives and specializations available in English or French.

You will gain 12 to 16 months of in-company experience—you choose the duration—and benefit from at least 6 months abroad through international study or work opportunities. This allows you to develop a truly global profile while preparing for the next steps in your academic and professional journey.

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Summary

Rhythm:
Full time
Total duration:
3 years
Degree:
Bachelor - Grade Licence, Visé BAC+3
Language(s):
English, French
Format:
Presential
Duration of internship / Work experience:
16 months
Campus:
Vendée Campus - La Roche-sur-Yon, City Campus - Nantes, Paris Campus - Paris
Start Date:
2026-09-01, 2026-01-05
Training schedule:
3 years
Number of places:
512
Entry level:
BAC
VAE accessible:
Yes

Program Benefits

Discover a personalized, international curriculum that will allow you to develop your skills in a stimulating and fulfilling environment!

1. Immerse yourself in an international environment:

Spend at least six months abroad, with up to 20 months possible throughout your studies.

Gain experience through one or more international internships with a minimum duration of two months.

Improve your language skills by participating in an English-language program.

2. Personalize your program:

Choose from a wide range of elective courses with internship or academic exchange options starting in your second year.

3. Make a difference through civic engagement:

Get involved in a social or solidarity-based association to earn extra credits and enrich your program.

4. Learn by doing:

Gain practical experience in a company through 16 months of internships spread throughout the program.

Each year, work on real projects by carrying out group assignments in areas such as marketing studies and project management. Explore apprenticeships in your third year for a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the professional world.

5. Access personalized support:

Thanks to the Step Up! career program, you will receive support throughout your studies to help you define and achieve your life goals.

Testimonies

Students, businesses and alumni share their experiences and stories with Audencia.

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The program

First year: learning the basics

The first year is devoted to acquiring fundamental knowledge in marketing, management, business, economics, law, modern and digital languages.

From the 1st year, you will also be invited to choose electives.

Year Two: Define Your Project and Get Started

This second year will allow you to acquire a business culture in an international context, strengthen your commercial, marketing and management skills, consolidate your modern languages and reinforce your ability to work in a team.

The knowledge acquired will be mobilized in numerous projects and applied in professional situations.

For the second year, you will have the choice between 2 paths, so that each student can build the curriculum desired and that the best suits well.

Third year: professionalization and consolidation of skills

Professionalization is the main goal of the 3rd year. The specialization courses are designed to prepare you to master one of the most important functions of the company by benefiting from the expertise of practicing professionals.

Our 3rd year specializations are open to all undergraduate students, regardless of their home campus. Depending on your choice of specialization, you may be required to change campuses.

You have the choice between the following options:

Initial specialization
Management for Tomorrow
Study abroad for an Exchange
Study abroad for a Double Degree

Initial specializations

Management for Tomorrow

This new English-language course enables students to deepen the knowledge they acquired in years 1 and 2 by preparing them for the challenges of the ecological and social transition they will face in their careers as managers.

Among the courses offered: Diversity, Management, Corporate Governance for Sustainability,
Social Entrepreneurship...

Study abroad for an Exchange

A semester of study at one of our partner universities followed by a 4 to 6 month internship in a company in France or abroad.

Study Abroad for a Double Degree

A double degree allows students to develop new skills at an international academic institution* :

Linköping University, Sweden
Nagoya University, Japan
Limerick University, Ireland
Universidad Santo Tomas, Colombia
Groupe Supdeco Dakar, Senegal
CUNEF, Spain

*Overseas destinations are not contractual and are subject to change

Target Skills

Analyze the environment and organization to make a diagnosis
Design the company's marketing, sales, communication, and/or export policies
Define budgets, evaluate the profitability of actions and control procedures
Use appropriate digital tools to support the organization - Communicate in a multicultural environment
Act responsibly in a professional context, knowing oneself, others and the environment

Pedagogical methods

The program is based on alternating theoretical and practical sequences (face-to-face or distance learning) using business simulations, case studies and interactive lessons.

Assessment Terms

Continuous monitoring, Evaluation écrite, Examens sur table, Soutenance orale, Group work

Teaching methods

Theoretical courses, business simulations, case studies, practical exercises, group projects

Admission terms

Complete the online application (recommended by January 31). Once completed, you will pay the 100€ application fee by credit card. At a prearranged time, selected applicants will be invited for an interview via video-conference. The purpose of the interview is to confirm information provided in the application and to assess:

Motivation to follow the program;
Extra-curricular activities;
Intellectual curiosity;
Potential and ability to adapt to a new environment;
Language proficiency in French and/or English.

Admission criteria

You are welcome to apply if:

You have a diploma of a level equivalent to the French baccalaureate (high school diploma) or are currently finishing your final year of secondary studies; and
Your diploma is issued or will be issued by a recognized school in any country other than France*; or
If you come from a French high school, your diploma issued is one of the following: Abibac, Bachibac, Esabac, IB (International Baccalaureate).

Proficiency in English as demonstrated by one of the following:

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 84, TOEIC 650, Duolingo 100
High school studies completed in English (proved by the school)
Native English speaker

Language proficiency required to enter the French Track as follows:

DALF C1, DELF B2 or TCF from 500
High school studies completed in French
Native French speaker

*If you are in a Lycée Français in France or abroad, and have or will obtain a French baccalaureate, you must apply through Parcoursup: see our French website for more details or contact hello.postbac@audencia.com

Admission period

Up to 3 weeks

Equivalences and Bridges

Transfers are feasible to universities and other business schools (although rare).

Equivalencies are assessed by the institutions processing the admission application.

The level of equivalency is determined by the number of credits earned at the original institution and the applicant's academic record.

Key dates

Admissions will remain open until June 2026, but may close earlier if the class reaches full capacity.

Applicants are kindly encouraged to consider submitting their applications before the Early Application deadline on January 31st, as this may increase their eligibility for an early application scholarship.

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School fees

Tuition for the three-year program is generally €30,750. However, financial aid and early registration discounts are available.

Service Fees: An Investment in Student Quality of Life

In addition to tuition, students are required to pay mandatory service fees of €1,500 (€500 per academic year) upon entry into the program. These fees do not apply to scholarship students or apprentices.
Service fees help finance the activities, infrastructure, and services provided to you by Student Life Department.

The goal is to promote your well-being, health, and inclusion, support your involvement in student organizations, and assist you with housing and financing.

Comprehensive support to help you get the most out of your student experience!

International school fees

10 250€ per year

Financing terms

Thanks to our strong partnerships with public and private institutions, there are a number of scholarships available to international students,

Learn more about the scholarships offered by Audencia, as well as external funding options.

International financing terms

International students can contact Campus France to check their eligibility for the scholarships offered.

Find out about financial aid

International Experience

Studying or working abroad is more than just an adventure; it's a valuable opportunity for personal and professional growth. For our students, these experiences are real stepping stones. These experiences are not only culturally enriching, but they also make a big difference on a CV by demonstrating qualities that recruiters consider essential, such as adaptability, perseverance, and open-mindedness.

Studying Abroad

With over 210 academic partnerships worldwide, we give our students the opportunity to study abroad for a semester or earn dual degrees at renowned universities in North America, South America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. This global network allows students to immerse themselves in various environments and develop a global perspective on business, which is an invaluable asset in an increasingly interconnected world.

Our students live at the pace of their host campus and are fully integrated into the student and educational community. They select courses from a broad catalog and adhere to the academic regulations of the host university. Grades and credits earned are included in the Audencia curriculum.

Les stages à l'étranger

Funding

Additional costs (transportation, food, accommodation, books, incidentals, and medical/repatriation insurance) are the responsibility of the families.

For certain study destinations, tuition fees at host universities may be the responsibility of the student.

Significant mobility aid programs are in place to support study abroad.

See our funding assistance

Further studies

Starting in the third year, the Audencia Bachelor of Management program will help you plan and prepare for further studies leading to a master's degree, either at Audencia or elsewhere, according to your career plans.

You can also enroll in other programs at Audencia, such as the internationally ranked Master in Management program or one of 17 Master of Science programs in a variety of specializations.

After completing the Bachelor of Management program, you can continue your studies at a university in specialized master's programs, even abroad.

Benefit from the Alumni Network

By joining Audencia Bachelor in Management, you become part of a powerful network of over 34,000 Audencia alumni. You will benefit from lifetime membership and support throughout your career.

A program with 40 years of experience and more than 3,600 Audencia Bachelor in Management graduates.

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Upon completion of the Bachelor in Management

85 %

continue their studies

60 %

continue their studies in a Grande Ecole program

100 %

hired within 6 months (average time)

Job opportunities

Graduates can choose to continue on to a graduate degree program or go straight into the work force.

Examples of positions held by Audencia Bachelor in Management alumni:

Marketing manager
Sales manager
Business analyst
Financial analyst
Account manager

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Student life at Audencia

Coming to Audencia often means settling into a new city, a new environment.

Check out our handy tips and plans for getting around, eating out, and staying in one of our campus cities.

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Student Well-Being

Well-being @Audencia is a comprehensive service, designed to help you succeed in your personal, academic and professional life.

The entire scheme is based on values of caring. It is completely confidential.

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The Knowledge Hub

Throughout the year, the Knowledge Hub team welcomes, educates, and trains students in documentary research methodology, database consultation, bibliographic formatting, and plagiarism avoidance.

A team of 9 documentalists is available to students and teachers to assist students and teachers with their research.

In this way, each student can be received in individual appointments to be assisted in their research or to be trained in bibliographic reference management tools. Teachers also benefit from the support of the librarians for their teaching projects (identification of tools, enrichment of courses with bibliographic references).

Contact : knowledge-hub@audencia.com

Your future degree

Degree recognition: Grade Licence, Visé BAC+3
N°RNCP: 37975
RNCP title: Level 6 - "DIPLOVIS - Programme BAC+3 de Gestion et Management des Entreprises - AUDENCIA"
Graduation level: Bachelor
Number of ECTS credits: 180
Organization of recognition of the diploma: Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche

Upcoming Events

Audencia's International Admissions team looks forward to meeting you at student fairs around the world throughout the year!

We regularly travel internationally, so there’s a good chance we’ll be near your city or country soon. These fairs are the perfect opportunity to meet us in person, ask all your questions, and learn more about our programs, internships, and global opportunities.

Keep an eye out for upcoming events near you—we hope to see you there!

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Office of International Admissions
+33 786 490 775
international@audencia.com

Bachelor in Management

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The program

First year: learning the basics

The knowledge base

Language proficiency

Digital at the heart of pedagogy

Year Two: Define Your Project and Get Started

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Track 2