International Master in Management

Period 1 (September to December)

You’ll gain a solid understanding of the foundational principles of international management and develop relevant skills in problem solving and innovation. Core courses include:

• International Strategy and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Financial Accounting
• Cost accounting
• Corporate Finance
• International Marketing
• Managing Across Cultures
• Human Resources Management and Business Ethics
• Managerial Coaching

And if you choose an Asia focus, you have the option of completing these courses in China at the renowned Beijing Institute of Technology.

Period 2 (January to June) 

At this point in the programme, you’ll have built a solid foundation in business management. You’ll then select courses that will either prepare you as a specialist in your area(s) of interest or broaden your managerial knowledge even further.

For elective courses during this period, you may opt to study in Nantes or travel to one of our IMM partner institutions for a term in Asia or Europe.

Examples of electives in Nantes include: 

Marketing

• Psychology of Money and Consumer Behaviour
• Business Negotiation
• E-Commerce
• International Retailing and Innovation
• Marketing in the Digital Age

Finance

• Advanced Corporate Finances
• Managerial Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• International Financial Markets

Strategy & Management

• International Business Environment
• Business in Emerging Markets
• Project Management
• Entrepreneurial Business Plan
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Making your Business Sustainable
• Change Management
• Leadership Development
• Business Ethics
• Project in Corporate Social Responsibility

Specialisations may be taken in the domain of marketing, finance or consulting.

*Specialisations are subject to availability. Students may be selected to participate based on prior experience.

Period 3 (July to August)

If during this optional period you’d like to further develop or refine your expertise, work closely with a new group of peer and partner contacts, or sharpen your language skills, an additional Summer Term programme is available in Nantes free of charge. Small group study, projects and company visits are just a small part of these programmes.

Possible options include:

• Intercultural Management
• Media and Communication
• Marketing to Europe
• Field trips and excursions
• French language classes (and if you like, a homestay with a French family!)

You may also select a summer programme offered through our IMM partner university in North America, University of California, Berkeley (tuition varies).

While your programme is 100% English-taught, you have the option of adding French to your steadily increasing list of qualifications – for work or for fun! 

Intensive week for all levels: total duration of 30 hours; total cost of €140 (starts about one week before your programme)

Weekly classes for all levels: total duration of 22.5 hours; total cost of €105 (September-December)

Prepare French language certificates: Audencia’s French language classes do not prepare you for French language tests such as the DELF or DALF. However, our main campus is situated just across the road from the University of Nantes’ language department. You may choose to attend French as a Foreign Language (FLE) evening classes there. There are a wide range of levels available. Contact the University of Nantes directly to register. Register early to secure your place.

In addition to the online application you will be required to submit the following documents:

• CV and cover letter in English
• Copies of diplomas and academic transcripts
• English test score (TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS)*
• Copy of identity document (e.g. passport)
• Photo (jpeg, 346 x 366)

*English test scores are not required for native speakers or applicants who have completed their undergraduate degrees in English.

Contact us if you have a different English test score or are planning to take a test later in the year.

1. Submitting your application
   Complete the online application (recommended by 31 January). Upon completion, you’ll pay the €100 application fee using any major credit card. If you cannot use a credit card, you may contact the Office of International Relations for alternatives.
   
   Your application will be evaluated within seven days. If you qualify, step two will also occur within seven days of your application.
   
   
2. Admission interview
   At a prearranged time, you will have a 15 - 20-minute exchange with an admissions counsellor to assess your level of English and make sure that you are a good fit for the programme.
   
   
3. Admission decision
   Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis. You will have a decision within 11 days of your interview. If your application is borderline and requires further review by the programme director, you will have an admission decision within 18 days of your interview. Please do expect some delay during holidays.


4. Acceptance
   Congratulations! If admitted, you’re invited to officially join the programme. You’ll sign a contract and pay the first instalment of the tuition fees (€1,500).

Please contact our admissions office with further questions.

*The awarding of scholarships is subject to availability of funds and final decision of the Office of International Relations. The scholarships are awarded in the form of partial tuition fee waivers to students who are admitted but have not yet started the programmes. Scholarships, waivers and awards are not cumulative. If two are awarded to the same student, only the one with the highest amount will be kept unless otherwise stated

*Most loans from French banks require a guarantor who is a French resident. Audencia does not act as an intermediary in these transactions, nor does it have any responsibility in the negotiation of these agreements.