American MBA Paris
What is the American MBA?
MBA in Entrepreneurship & International Business Development
This MBA in France offered by American Business College Paris places entrepreneurship at the heart of its program. The entrepreneur must be able to detect development opportunities, manage a team and a project while relying on essential qualities such as creativity and innovation. The first year of the MBA is tailor-made, based on the curriculum already completed, to provide you with all the necessary skills to become the entrepreneur of tomorrow.
The MBA in Entrepreneurship & Business Development is designed for driven professionals with at least two years of experience who are ready to accelerate their careers. This program goes beyond theory, equipping you with the strategic insights and entrepreneurial mindset needed to drive innovation and business growth. Whether you’re looking to launch your own venture, scale an existing business, or take on a leadership role, this MBA provides the tools, network, and hands-on experience to turn your ambitions into reality.
Recognitions
Business school students have the opportunity to go international. American Business College Paris aims to support you in this process through programs based on the American educational system.
American Business College Paris offers several MBAs accessible to holders of a validated Bac+3 or Bac+4 through 5 specialties.
Dual Recognition
- Since 2004, the program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization located in Olathe, Kansas (USA).
- Certified title ESAM (IGS) “Manager des Organisations” registered with RNCP n° 38825 at level 7 (EU) (former level I) – NSF code 310, by registration decision of France Compétences dated 27/03/2024, eligible CPF. Title also accessible by the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE).
Our program’s numerous advantages
Accredited
in the United States and France
Sought out by companies
across the globe
A flexible schedule
based on the American education system
Curriculum taught in English
so students can become bilingual
Academic semesters
and internships abroad (95 partner universities)
Enrollment flexibility
with two start dates per year (January and September)
Targeted skills
Building the organization’s strategy
Managing innovation and supporting change
Managing and deploying organizational and digital transformation projects
Manage the organisation’s activities and resources to ensure the operational performance of the business or company
Ethical and responsible governance and representation of the organisation
American MBA’s program
This MBA in Entrepreneurship and International Business Development proposed by American Business College Paris places entrepreneurship at the heart of its program.
The entrepreneur must be able to:
- Detect development opportunities
- Manage a team and project while incorporating essential values such as creativity and innovation
The MBA 1 program
- This program is “customized” according to the curriculum that the student has already completed in order to provide them with all of the skills necessary to become a future entrepreneur. The classes proposed come from the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) course catalogue.
The MBA 2 program
- The second year of the Master of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship enables you to acquire in-depth knowledge in international business creation or takeovers. The MBA2 is composed of 42 American credits (e.g. 84 ECTS credits). It takes place over the course of 12 months.
12 courses, 35 credits
Fall semester
- Financial & Managerial Accounting
- International Business Law & Ethics
- Entrepreneurial Venture Management
- Financial Risk Management
- Management of Innovation
- Organizational Behavior & Leadership
Spring semester
- Contract Law & Commercial Contracts
- Data-Driven Decision Making with R
- Strategic Planning & Change Management
- Product Development & Procurement
- Strategic Marketing & Branding
- MBA Seminar
Internship
- 6 month end of study internship
Other courses
5 credits
- Business Games
- Internship, Report & Defense
Internship
- 6 month end of study internship
What to do after the American MBA?
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Entrepreneur
An Entrepreneur is a visionary leader who identifies business opportunities, takes financial risks, and builds ventures to bring innovative products or services to market. They oversee all aspects of their business, from strategy and operations to marketing and growth, driving success through creativity and resilience.
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Innovation manager
An Innovation Manager drives the development and implementation of new ideas, products, or processes to enhance business growth and competitiveness. They foster a culture of innovation, collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, and manage projects that bring creative solutions to market.
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Business developer
A Business Developer identifies growth opportunities, builds strategic partnerships, and drives revenue generation for a company. They develop and execute sales strategies, negotiate deals, and expand the business by fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders.
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Business development director (local and international)
A Business Development Director (Local and International) leads the growth strategy of a company by identifying and expanding business opportunities in both domestic and global markets. They build strategic partnerships, negotiate high-level deals, and drive revenue growth while ensuring market competitiveness and alignment with company goals.
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Communication director
A Communication Director oversees an organization’s internal and external communication strategies, ensuring clear, consistent, and effective messaging. They manage public relations, media relations, and corporate communications to enhance brand reputation and engagement with stakeholders.
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Business planning consultant
A Business Planning Consultant helps organizations develop strategic plans, financial models, and growth strategies to achieve their business goals. They analyze market trends, assess risks, and provide expert guidance to optimize decision-making and ensure long-term success.
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International Business Development consultant
An International Business Development Consultant advises companies on expanding into global markets by identifying opportunities, assessing risks, and developing market entry strategies. They provide expertise in international trade, partnerships, and business growth to ensure successful global expansion.
The 2025 – 2026 Academic Calendar
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2025 Fall semester
- Sept 2-3: New Student Orientation
- Sept 4-5: Visiting Student Orientation (Boat Trip on Sept 5)
- Sept 11: Returning Student Welcome Event (15h30-17h30)
- Sept 9: Fall Classes Begin
- Sept 15: Add/Drop Deadline (BBA & Visiting Students Only)
- Oct 13: Students must be available for makeup classes
- Oct 16: IGENSIA New Student Integration Day (no classes)
- Oct 18: Students must be available for makeup classes
- Oct 27: Withdrawal Deadline (BBA & Visiting Students Only)
- Oct 28-30: ABC Business Games (no classes)
- Nov 1: All Saints Day
- Nov 11: Veteran’s Day (Armistice Day)
- Nov 17: Students must be available for makeup classes
- Nov 20: PPA Information Session (Final Semester Students ONLY – All Programs)
- Nov 25: HOPEN for 1st-Year Students (no classes)
- Nov 29: Students must be available for makeup classes
- Dec 2: IGENSIA Journée Entreprise (no classes) – Provisional
- Dec 12: End of Fall Semester
- Dec 15-21: PPA Exam Period (Final Semester Students ONLY – All Programs)
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2026 Winter session
- Jan 1: New Year’s Day
- Jan 8: Winter Classes Begin
- Jan 19-23: Winter Luxury School
- Jan 23: End of Winter Session
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2026 Spring semester
- Feb 2-3: New Student Orientation
- Feb 3-4: Visiting Student Orientation (Boat Trip on Feb 4)
- Feb 5: Spring Classes Begin; Feb 9: Company Case Launch
- Feb 12: Returning Student Welcome Event (15h30-17h30)
- Feb 12: Company Case Meetings (no classes)
- Feb 13: Add/Drop Deadline (BBA & Visiting Students Only)
- Feb 28: Students must be available for makeup classes
- Mar 2: Students must be available for makeup classes
- Mar 23-27: Spring Break (no classes)
- Mar 30-31: Company Case Rehearsals (no classes)
- Apr 3: Withdrawal Deadline (BBA & Visiting Students Only)
- Apr 6: Easter Day (no classes)
- Apr 9: Company Case Final (no classes); Apr 16: Company Case Awards
- Apr 23: PPA Information Session (Final Semester Students ONLY – All Programs)
- Apr 20 & 25: Students must be available for makeup classes
- May 1: Labor Day (no classes); May 8: Victory Day (no classes)
- May 13: End of Spring Semester
- May 14-15: Ascension (no classes)
- May 13-19: PPA Exam Period (Final Semester Students ONLY – All Programs)
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2026 Summer session
- May 25: Pentecost
- May 29: Summer Session 1 Orientation
- June 1-6: MBA Seminar
- June 1: Summer Session 1 Begins
- June 5: Summer Session 2 Orientation
- June 8: Summer Session 2 Begins
- July 3: End of Summer Session 1
- July 10: End of Summer Session 2
Career Booster Program
ABC can help you get started on your career
- Create your resume
- Prepare for interviews
- Develop your Linkedin profil
- Search for job opportunities
Partner universities in 40 countries
Admission process
Would you like to join us? Find out more about our admission process:
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Application and confirmation of submission
Application and confirmation of submission
You can directly apply on our website, you’ll receive a confirmation once your application is received under 48h.
By creating an account on the school website, you can create, review and update your application.
Application deadlines for non-EU students:
- Fall: 10th of July
- Spring: 10th of November
- Summer: 10th of March
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Application review
Application review
We’ll evaluate your submitted documents.
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Pre-admission meeting
Pre-admission meeting
A quick interview via Teams or phone to answer any questions.
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Admission interview
Admission interview
The interview is a conversation in English to assess your fit for the program.
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Admission decision
Admission decision
You’ll be notified of the final decision.
Application and confirmation of submission
You can directly apply on our website, you’ll receive a confirmation once your application is received under 48h.
By creating an account on the school website, you can create, review and update your application.
Application deadlines for non-EU students:
- Fall: 10th of July
- Spring: 10th of November
- Summer: 10th of March
Application review
We’ll evaluate your submitted documents.
Pre-admission meeting
A quick interview via Teams or phone to answer any questions.
Admission interview
The interview is a conversation in English to assess your fit for the program.
Admission decision
You’ll be notified of the final decision.
How to apply?
Kick-off your educational journey! The admission process is an important step that ABC has thought out down to the smallest detail. Wherever you are in the country, the objective is to enable you to put together an application file without wasting time or unnecessary formalities (photocopies, postage, etc.), in order to take advantage of work-study offers as soon as possible with our partner companies.
- The completed application form
- A copy of your passport or ID card
- An official copy of your transcripts issued within the last 12 months
- An official copy of your high school diploma
- A motivational letter
- TOEFL score (or equivalent standardized test: IELTS, TOEIC, ITEP, Cambridge, etc) and all documents justifying their English level
- A recommendation letter from a professor or academic advisor
Open days 2025-2026
Other formations
Any questions about the American MBA program?
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Where can I attend the courses?
American Business College Paris’ American MBA is offered in Paris.
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What are the prerequisites for admission to the program?
MBA candidates can join the program either in the first year or directly in the second, depending on their profile.
1st Year Entry – MBA Prep Year
Open to students who have completed an undergraduate degree; including a three-year European bachelor’s degree and who have at least two years of professional experience.
2nd Year Entry – MBA Final Year
Open to students who have a four-year undergraduate degree in a business-related field and who have at least two years of professional experience.
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What are the academic requirements for the program?
Admission requirements for year 1 entry
The minimum academic requirements for admission include:- A three-year undergraduate degree
- United States (GPA): 2.7 on a 4.0 scale
- French University Degree: Mention assez bien, 12/20
- Indian University Degree: 70%
- Two years of professional experience
- If your country’s qualification is not listed above, please contact us.
Admission requirements for year 2 entry
The minimum academic requirements for admission include:- A four-year undergraduate degree in a business-related field
- United States (GPA): 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- French University Degree: Mention bien, 14/20
- Indian University Degree: 80%
- Two years of professional experience
- If your country’s qualification is not listed above, please contact us.
- A three-year undergraduate degree
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How long does the program last?
1 or 2 year and a 6 months end-of-study internship.
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What are the program fees and financing options?
2025 Tuition fees
Tuition fees:
- Administrative registration fee (included): €320
- Annual tuition fees (European Students): €14,250
- Annual tuition fees (International Students): €15,250
- Tuition per course (3 credits): €1,200
Possible additional costs:
- Tax – Student Life Contribution: €90
- Textbooks: approximately €300/semester
- Outgoing study abroad costs: €1,200/semester
Study Abroad
- Tuition fees per semester: €5,195
Financing Solutions:
- Paid internships: all internships in France longer than two months are required to be paid by law.
- Part-time work during the year: all international students who hold a residence permit are entitled to work up to 20 hours per week.
- Student loan: American Business College Paris is part of the IGENSIA Education Group, which has negotiated preferential rates with banks such as BNP Paribas, Caisse d’Epargne and Société Générale.
2026 Tuition fees
Access information related to tuition fees for the 2026 academic year on the Finance studies / Tuition page.
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How can I access the program?
Admission Procedure for the American MBA’s Degree:
- You can directly apply on our website.
- Our admissions department will contact you within 48 hours after receiving your application.
- Please note: No incomplete file will be accepted.
Admissions are based on applications, then on tests
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What are the objectives of the program?
By choosing an MBA, you will have a perfectly operational profile as soon as you graduate. You will access many professional opportunities in dynamic sectors, especially if your goal is to start an international career.
Depending on your speciality, you will for example be able to join sectors such as:
- International business as an international buyer, brand manager, international business consultant, import-export manager.
- Management, as a risk assessment consultant, HR manager, diversity and inclusion manager, global mobility manager.
- Communication, as a communication consultant, international communication manager, cultural project manager, media planner, international partnership manager.
- Marketing as a business developer, event or product marketing product manager, marketing operations manager,
- Digital marketing as a data analyst, digital strategy manager, social media manager, traffic manager…
Besides, an MBA also lets you work for a government agency abroad or start your own company.
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Are there any equivalent qualifications for this program?
Refer to the RNCP Sheet
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Are the courses accessible to people with disabilities?
American Business College Paris relies on Hand’IGS, the IGENSIA Education Groupe’s disability program, to help accommodate students with disabilities. Accommodations are studied on a case-by-case basis. The campus is accessible to people with disabilities.
Contact
PARIS – Aude MEYNEN
☎ 04 51 42 10 97
ameynen@igensia.com
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American Business College Paris: What are the results indicators?
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Are the courses in English?
American Business College Paris offers you the opportunity to become totally bilingual thanks to a curriculum 100% in English, study semesters and internships abroad (over 90 partner universities).
These linguistic skills are precious on the job market and make it possible for our graduates to imagine a career abroad.
In our current world, where international exchanges have become the norm, your profile will attract many recruiters who want to extend or confirm their presence in other countries.
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Can I apply if i’m residing abroad?
Applicants living abroad can apply to the American Business College Paris.
For more informations, contact us.
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Why should you pursue your MBA in France?
Studying abroad is one of the best ways to improve your resume. Recruiters are looking for applicants who dare to challenge themselves and are not afraid to try new things, especially in business management, communication and marketing.
France is one of the best choices. It has one of the strongest economies in the world and is at the heart of European and world trade. Paris is home to many international companies. In this city, you will have many opportunities to learn during your internships and to find a job opportunity after graduation.
Whether you choose to start your career in France or in your home country, pursuing your MBA in Paris will open up many doors for you!
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What is an MBA?
An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is a type of diploma that originally appeared in the United States. It is widely recognized for its high level and for giving its students a perfect overview of business management. Many specializations are offered in a lot of fields. While it was originally created for seasoned professionals who want to improve their skills, many MBAs are now available for students.
Recruiters are very interested in students who pursued an MBA (especially abroad), as it shows they learnt how to answer their companies’ needs. You will experience a pedagogy based on practice in class (case studies, group work) and during your internships.
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Why should you choose an MBA to start your international career?
MBAs are known for having an international focus. They are recognized in the entire world and teach you the skills you need to work in an international company.
To do so, American Business College Paris will let you go abroad for your internship, or stay in France if you wish to do so. All classes are taught in English by teachers coming from multiple countries. You will take part in abroad seminaries and study in a multicultural environment.
The MBA is accredited, most notably by the IACBE (International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education), an American association in Olathe, Kansas, that delivers accreditations to business schools that meet high standards of quality.
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Partner universities in 40 countries
A Truly Global Network
American Business College Paris benefits from a partnership with multiple universities.
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Pursue your MBA in Entrepreneurship in Paris
If you want to start an international career, you have to start by studying abroad. And for that purpose, Paris is a great place. Located at the heart of Western Europe, and accessible by plane from everywhere, the capital of France is a true world-class city!
Paris is a city that attracts students from all over the world especially in international business schools such as American Business College Paris. This multicultural environment offers the best conditions to open your mind to other ways of thinking. Befriending and working with people from so many countries will prepare you to work with the future international partners of your company.
During your MBA in entrepreneurship in Paris, you will have the opportunity to work for world-class companies. The French capital is home to a lot of international businesses. By working in contact with highly-skilled executives, you will learn everything you need to know to start your own company!