12 months
(full-time)
Global MBA
Rise to the challenge, shape a sustainable future.
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English
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Paris
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€39,000
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September
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90 ECTS
Accreditations
Overview
The Global MBA is a generalist program aimed at professionals looking forward to future roles as global business leaders. The program equips participants with an in-depth understanding of challenges and opportunities in global business. They acquire knowledge in various management disciplines and sharpen their skills to apply it in concrete situations across a wide variety of sectoral international contexts.
The Global MBA offers strong leadership and general management modules, plenty of electives to choose from and 4 different capstone specializations. All participants benefit from the solid support of IÉSEG expertise in terms of career program, common modules and learning expedition, corporate events, alumni interactions etc.
MBA participants will be a part of a thriving, diverse community and interact with experts and businesses.
> QS Global MBA Rankings 2025: IÉSEG is ranked 3rd worldwide in Class & Faculty diversity for its Global MBA.
A path towards international leadership
The program’s philosophy aligns with the School’s mission, which seeks to empower changemakers for a better society. It provides an opportunity for high-potential managers to leverage their prior experience and gain a global perspective to address business challenges and create positive change.
Participants in this program embark on a personal leadership journey in a truly international milieu, joining a diverse cohort. They are supported by experts, facilitators and coaches who provide valuable inputs throughout this experience.
IÉSEG strives to offer a nurturing environment that supports individual growth trajectories. The goal is to empower responsible leaders with high potential to contribute to addressing current global challenges.
Global MBA – Presentation
Director’s foreword
Dr. Jacob VAKKAYIL
If you realize the need to develop your professional competence through a challenging and engaging experience, the IÉSEG Global MBA is an ideal solution.
The program is designed to meet the needs of change-oriented individuals seeking to improve themselves and expand their network. This design involves a broad-based approach that provides key managerial inputs considering current global organizational challenges. A diverse group of expert faculty members facilitates modules all the while applying a judicious mix of both theory and practice.
We are located in the business district of one of the most vibrant cities in the world. The experience of living in Paris will set a very enriching context for your journey of professional and personal growth.
The Global MBA offers you the opportunity to be among specially selected brilliant people from across the globe, eager for a learning experience focused on global transformations.
I look forward to seeing you in our program.
Objectives of the Global MBA
The Global MBA at IÉSEG provides all the skills essential to leadership roles. The emphasis is on managerial performance, and the curriculum is rigorous and demanding. It has a practical learning approach through case studies, simulations, experiential activities, class discussions and group projects.
The program offers added value to work experience and career development by exposing participants to multiple business domains, which broadens their abilities, making them eligible for higher leadership positions upon graduation.
The multicultural environment enhances participants’ personal skills to collaborate with others in varied environments. Also, participants are given the opportunity to develop a global network through in‐class interactions, access to the School’s online Alumni directory and corporate interactions.
> Strengthen their knowledge, know-how and interpersonal skills to accompany their team towards more sustainable performance and the achievement of their objectives.
> Expand horizons and develop managerial and positive leadership abilities applicable to global organizational settings.
> Perceive organizational problems from multifunctional and strategic perspectives.
> Develop an ethical, responsible and sustainable approach to a business considering global imperatives.
> Adopt innovative solutions to complex business problems and lead global transformation.
> Mobilize collective action and lead responsible global transformations at various levels.
Why choose the IÉSEG Global MBA?
- TAILOR THEIR LEARNING JOURNEY
After mastering core courses, participants customize their MBA with specialized tracks like Tech (in partnership with Le Wagon), entrepreneurship, consulting, or a professional thesis. The program’s flexibility allows them to align their learning with their career goals. - BECOME A VISIONARY LEADER
The IÉSEG Global MBA is designed to develop leaders equipped to tackle today’s complex global business challenges. Through a blend of theory and practice, it fosters personal and professional growth, empowering participants to drive meaningful change. - NAVIGATE FUTURE CHALLENGES
Artificial intelligence, climate change, and evolving consumer patterns are disrupting traditional business models. The IÉSEG Global MBA prepares the participants to confidently navigate these transformations with cutting-edge insights and practical tools. - ACCELERATE THEIR GROWTH
Leadership workshops, conferences, and global learning expeditions provide opportunities to expand participants’ skills and grow into the leader their aspire to be. - BOOST THEIR CAREER
Benefit from personalized career development, one-on-one coaching, and workshops designed to help participants craft a unique career path and achieve their professional objectives. - EMBRACE ENTREPRENEURSHIP
IÉSEG is deeply rooted in entrepreneurship, with its incubator and a strategic partnership with Euratechnologies, Europe’s largest startup incubator. Participants can tap into this dynamic ecosystem to launch their own ventures. - JOIN THE IÉSEG COMMUNITY
Be part of a diverse cohort of over 100 nationalities, enriching the experience through cultural exchanges and varied perspectives. - BUILD A STRONG BUSINESS NETWORK
With connections to over 2,500 business partners and a +17,000-strong Alumni network worldwide, IÉSEG provides extensive networking opportunities to help advance the career of the Global MBA participants. - DRIVE SUSTAINABLE CHANGE
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) are central to IÉSEG’s mission, preparing participants to be changemakers in today’s evolving business landscape. - EXPERIENCE GLOBAL EXPOSURE
Participate in immersive learning expeditions that offer hands-on experiences in diverse business environments, providing practical, global insights.
Master Degree
Upon successful completion of the program, students get the State-recognized ‘Grade de Master’ for this Global MBA (“Diplôme de Direction des Activités et des Projets dans un Contexte International – DDAPCI”).
The degree is delivered by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research, and registered with the French RNCP (the National Registry of Professional Certification) under the number RNCP39435.
Class profile
- Average age: 33 years
- Work experience: 5 years
- Number of nationalities: 11
- Gender: 70% women and 30% men
(data from intake 2024/2025)
Study in an international environment
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General contact
For further information on the MBA program, please contact our Executive Development Admissions team.
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