MSc in International Management

To provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in managing businesses and organisations in a global context. Such a programme aims to equip students with the necessary tools and expertise to navigate the complexities of international markets, cultural differences and diverse business environments. The programme offers a wide range of specialisations to cater to students' diverse interests and career goals and to allow students to delve deeper into specific fields relevant to international business.

“Discover this dynamic teaser of Rennes School of Business which gives you a good overview of our campuses (Paris and Rennes) and our ambition. Our triple-accredited school is located in an ideal setting for a fulfilling student life.”

Programme

Highlights of the programme:

The Master of Science in International Management provides students with an in-depth and diverse education in the field of management. The main objective is to develop the necessary skills necessary to operate successfully in a globalised and dynamic business environment, with an emphasis on stimulating creative and innovative thinking.
During the first semester, students follow a comprehensive and broad foundational curriculum that encompasses diverse aspects of management. In the second semester, students select a specific domain of management, which will become their subject of specialisation. This stage is designed to empower students to delve deeper into specific areas of their interest, enabling them to acquire expertise and skills tailored to their chosen field of study.
This programme equips participants with contemporar y international management concepts and models needed to occupy positions as entrepreneurs or corporate executives in all industries.
Winter session: an optional 2-week course abroad in one of our European Partner Universities

Fall Semester

CORE COURSES*

Financial Tool Box
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Project Management

SPECIALISATION

Data Analytics track

Programming for Data Analytics
Business Analytics
Data Management

Finance track

Financial Econometrics
Coding & Data Science for Accounting & Finance
Quantitative Finance

Luxury Marketing track

Contemporary Brand Management
Marketing of Innovation
Development & Marketing of New Products for Sustainability

Marketing track

Contemporary Brand Management
Marketing of Innovation
Omni-channel Consumer Behaviour

Negotiation track

Digital Tools for Influence & Lobbying
Global Marketing Strategy
International Negotiation & Business Development

Supply Chain track

Sustainable Supply Chain & Green Logistics
Business Analytics
Supply Chain Analytics & Digitalisation

Sustainable Management track

Sustainable SC & Green Logistics
Corporate Sustainability Data Analysis & Reporting
Marketing of Innovation

Spring Semester

CORE COURSES*

Corporate Social Responsibility
Data Science for Business
Strategic Management

SPECIALISATION

Data Analytics track

Statistical Modeling for Business
Time Series Analysis
Optimisation & Simulation

Finance track

Applied Economics
Exchange Markets
Time Series Analysis

Luxury Marketing track

Consumer Behaviour in a Sustainable Environment
Luxury Marketing Strategy
Contemporary Trends in the Luxury Industry

Marketing track

B2B Marketing
Integrating Online & Offline Marketing Communications
Digital Marketing & Branding

Negotiation track

Managing Risks & International Business Law
Sales Strategy & Management
International Sourcing & Procurement

Supply Chain track

Coordination in Supply Chain Management
Quality Management & Lean Supply Chain
Procurement & Inventory Management

Sustainable Management track

Managing Sustainable Projects
Principles of Sustainable Finance
Creative Leadership for Sustainable Organisational Change

LANGUAGES

French Language & Culture for non-fluent French speakers
Initiation to Spanish/Italian/Chinese/Arabic for fluent French speakers

Methods used and evaluation

The pedagogy implemented in the different modules is adapted to the different learning objectives. Active teaching methods are favoured, and co-modal methods are developed. Group sizes are small, allowing for privileged interaction, both among peers and with professionals and teacher-researc
The programme is assessed through two main methods of validation:

Module assessment (continuous and final assessment): assessments are carried out throughout the course in the form of individual or group projects and end of semester examinations;

And one of the 2 following options:

The MSc Dissertation: submission of a dissertation written under the supervision of an academic tutor;
Or : Completion of an internship and submission of an internship report. At the end of the course and after validation of all programme requirements, the certification is awarded to the participants. If certain modules have not been validated and therefore the credits have not been obtained, the student must take resit examinations to catch up on these credits during the periods provided for this purpose.

Admission

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent*

*VAPP process required

ENGLISH LEVEL

TOEIC 750, IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80, or Cambridge B2, or native language or previous studies taught in English (minimum 2 years).

ADMISSION PROCESS

Apply 0nline
Submit scanned copies in English of your CV, a letter of recommendation and transcripts encompassing all years of your prior degree.
Online Interview
Eligible candidates will be invited to an online interview featuring pre-recorded questions.

Rennes School of Business is committed to a non-discriminatory admissions policy and to actively promoting diversity of profiles.

Career

This programme is primarily aimed at students who want further training at a master’s level to pursue a professional career in diverse domaines of business and management.

You will be supported by the Rennes SB Career Centre and the Alumni Network, which provide professional mentoring, networking events and business advice.

Student life

The Rennes School of Business community is centred around its students. The School is dedicated to student life and well-being on campus.
During their studies at Rennes SB, students do not just benefit from an exceptional learning environment, they become part of a unique student experience.

Students with disabilities

Rennes SB is committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and inequality, in order to ensure that all of our students are given equal opportunities to succeed.
To meet this objective, we have put in place specific measures to welcome and support students with disabilities.

Fees & Finance

Fees and funding of your MSc

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