Program overview

Specialisations

International Management / Business

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Thriving in today’s global business environments requires a unique set of skills. One must be able to navigate through volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) contexts with strategic thinking, critical reasoning, creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and strong communication skills.

ESSEC Business School’s Master in Strategy and Management of International Business (SMIB) program is ranked 2nd worldwide in 2023 by QS among Masters in Management programs and 1st in Asia. The program offers customized tracks and specializations that equip participants with solid analytical, digital, strategic, innovation, and entrepreneurial skill sets that are highly sought after in a competitive job market.

As a student of SMIB, you will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on assignments and company projects, benefit from an outstanding learning experience, and learn from a world-class faculty. You will also join a global community of 71,000 ESSEC alumni, including more than 3,000 former SMIB participants.

Program overview

Specialisations

International Management / Business

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Thriving in today’s global business environments requires a unique set of skills. One must be able to navigate through volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) contexts with strategic thinking, critical reasoning, creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and strong communication skills.

ESSEC Business School’s Master in Strategy and Management of International Business (SMIB) program is ranked 2nd worldwide in 2023 by QS among Masters in Management programs and 1st in Asia. The program offers customized tracks and specializations that equip participants with solid analytical, digital, strategic, innovation, and entrepreneurial skill sets that are highly sought after in a competitive job market.

As a student of SMIB, you will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on assignments and company projects, benefit from an outstanding learning experience, and learn from a world-class faculty. You will also join a global community of 71,000 ESSEC alumni, including more than 3,000 former SMIB participants.

Admission requirements

TOEFL

95+

IELTS

6.5+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

175+

A 4-year Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree*

At least eight years of work experience, including 5 years of management experience
Experience in an international work environment
Advanced English level (English test or proof of academic degree obtained in an English-speaking country required)
Two reference letters ()
Significant international exposure, excellent work performance and strong leadership potential

*For candidates holding a 3-year Bachelor's degree, a specific process of VAP (Validation of Acquired Professional and Personal knowledge) will apply

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

24,900 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

27,900 EUR

Other Expenses

-

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