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Understanding ABC Paris dual recognition

ABC Paris programs can include two different forms of recognition: IACBE accreditation for business programs and RNCP registration in France, depending on the program. IACBE is a specialized accreditation for business education, which means the accredited programs have been externally reviewed against quality standards in teaching, learning outcomes, and continuous improvement. RNCP registration means the certification is officially listed in the French national register of professional qualifications with a defined qualification level, such as level 6 or level 7.

For students, this dual recognition is useful in two ways. First, it provides international quality assurance for the business program through IACBE. Second, it gives the French certification a clear professional level for recruitment and further study context in France through the RNCP framework. For example, RNCP level 7 corresponds to a qualification level comparable to a master’s degree in the French framework, while RNCP level 6 corresponds to bachelor level.

It is also important to be precise about the limits. IACBE accredits specific business programs, not the whole institution, and it does not guarantee automatic transfer of credits or automatic acceptance by every university. Likewise, recognition abroad always depends on the rules of the country, employer, or host institution.

American Business College Paris provides undergraduate to graduate academic programs in international business. All degrees are recognized internationally.

IACBE accreditations

American Business College Paris has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE member status page.

Programmatic accreditation by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education is mission-driven and outcomes-based, and involves an independent, external evaluation of the business programs offered by an institution’s academic business unit. The effectiveness of the academic business unit is evaluated by reviewing the educational processes related to teaching and learning in the institution, and by an assessment of the outcomes of the teaching-learning process.

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Répertoire national des certifications professionnelles and France Competences

The Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles (RNCP) compiles all degrees, professional titles and certificates of qualification recognized by the French government.

The RNCP provides, on the France Compétences website, all the information related to a certification such as the detailed description, the positions accessible, the field of activity, the skills obtained, the admissions requirements, and the corresponding level of study. The certificates of qualification are classified separately by field of activity and can be found thanks to a reference number.

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Accreditation for ABC Paris Degrees for every program

  • The BBA program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization in the US, since 2019.

    The American Business College Paris BBA is registered with RNCP 41361 by France Compétences under “Manager International” title, delivering a level 7 diploma (master’s degree equivalent), decision dated 25/09/2025.

    The title is also accessible through the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE).

  • The BLUX program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization in the US, since 2019.

    The American Business College Paris BLUX is registered with RNCP 38808 by France Compétences under “Responsable d’Activité Commerciale et Marketing” title, delivering a level 6 diploma, decision dated 27/03/2024.

    The title is also accessible through the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE).

  • The American MBA program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization in the US, since 2004.

    The American Business College Paris American MBA is registered with RNCP 38825 by France Compétences under “Manager des Organisations” title, delivering a level 7 diploma (master’s degree equivalent), decision dated 27/03/2024.

    The title is also accessible by the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE).

  • The MSc Digital Marketing program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization in the US, since 2019.

    The Master of Science in Digital Marketing of American Business College Paris is registered with RNCP 38938 by France Compétences under “Manager du Marketing et de la Relation Client” title, delivering a level 7 diploma (master’s degree equivalent), decision dated 26/04/2024.

    Ce titre est également accessible par la Validation des Acquis de l’Expérience (VAE).

  • The MSc Luxury and Brand Management program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization in the US, since 2019.

    The Master of Science in Luxury and Brand Management of the American Business College is registered with RNCP 38938 by France Compétences under “Manager du Marketing et de la Relation Client” title, delivering a level 7 diploma (master’s degree equivalent), decision dated 26/04/2024.

    The title is also accessible by the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE).

  • The MSc in Management program has been accredited by the IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education), an accreditation organization in the US, since 2019.

    The American Business College Paris MSc in Management is registered with RNCP 41361 by France Compétences under “International Manager” title, delivering a level 7 diploma (master’s degree equivalent), decision dated 25/09/2025.

    The title is also accessible by the Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE).

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Accreditations & Recognition FAQ

  • ABC Paris highlights RNCP registration for its programs on the accreditations page. In France, titles and diplomas registered in the RNCP are professional qualifications officially recognized by the State. Their exact level depends on the program.

  • Not exactly. RNCP level 7 means the certification is positioned at the same qualification level as a master in the French framework. But that does not automatically mean it is a French national master’s degree.

  • IACBE is a specialized accreditor for business and business-related programs. It indicates that the accredited program has gone through external review focused on academic quality, learning outcomes, and continuous improvement.

  • Yes, RNCP registration gives the qualification an official professional level in France and helps employers and institutions understand its level. But admission to a new program remains the decision of the receiving school or university

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