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What is the Bachelor in Business?
Excelia’s Bachelor in Business is a 3-year comprehensive programme in management and business and is State-accredited with a French Grade de Licence. The programme provides you with 12 months of work-study, a number of immersive learning experiences, and the opportunity to obtain a prestigious double qualification. Specialisations in Year 3, such as digital marketing, sales management, and international business, will enable you to tailor your studies to reflect your professional goals.
An overview of Excelia’s Bachelor in Business
Our innovative teaching methods, with tools such as our Immersive Learning Experience (ILE©) and responsible projects including Climacité© and Humacité©, prepare students for the challenges of today’s world. With a student satisfaction rate of 93%, pedagogical support and follow-up are major assets of our programme.
Excelia’s Bachelor in Business is ranked among the best Bachelors in management, benefitting from both EQUIS and AACSB accreditations. Our students can spend up to 12 months immersed in an international environment, giving them a unique insight into the international business world. There is a choice of city – La Rochelle, Tours, Orleans, as well as Paris-Cachan from the start of the 2026 academic year – and students benefit from inter-city mobility to reflect their plans.
Join a responsible, vocationally-oriented programme, recognised for its academic excellence and its ability to prepare you for the challenges of tomorrow!
Language
Anglais / Français
Diplôme obtenu
Bac+3 State-certified with a Grade de Licence. 2024 graduation rate: 94%
Location
Tarif & Financement
En résumé
Broad-based, Customisable, 12 specialisations, Responsible
5 reasons to choose the Bachelor in Business
A broad-based, practical and career-focused three-year programme designed to support a successful transition into higher education.
Excelia’s Bachelor in Business offers you the opportunity to carry out up to 14 months of professional experience. You also benefit from interactive teaching methods including business games, workshops, and a consultancy project. You have the possibility of obtaining a prestigious double qualification, including a Bachelor in Management from IAE La Rochelle or a Bachelor in Engineering from EPF Paris, thereby boosting your career opportunities.
A wide choice of specialisations in Year 3
In your third year, you can choose from a wide range of specialisations such as digital marketing, sales management, international business and other specialisations involving new technologies. A perfect way to personalise your studies, reflecting your ambitions and professional aspirations.
A responsible Bachelor of excellence… with a strong social and environmental focus
Excelia’s Bachelor in Business sets itself apart through its social and environmental commitment in addition to its strong focus on responsibility.
Through a 100% active and innovative teaching methods incorporating tools such as the Immersive Learning Experience (ILE©) and responsible projects such as Climacité© or Humacité©, you will be fully prepared to face today’s challenges, in particular that of the ecological and social transition.
A programme that can be personalised, with à la carte experiences and individualised support
The programme offers you the possibility to personalise your studies with a range of 25 different "à la carte" experiences. Through responsible projects, company immersion, international internships, and humanitarian projects, you will benefit from a truly tailor-made study programme. The school promotes individualised support for each student, with small class sizes and the possibility of tailor-made support for athletes, artists, entrepreneurs, and 40 student associations, enabling them to develop and learn while thriving.
An award-winning, certified Bachelor
The Bachelor in Business has been ranked among the TOP 10 French Bachelor's degrees in management and holds both EQUIS and AACSB international accreditations, guaranteeing you a first-class education. Recognised and valued by employers around the world, this programme will equip you to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.
Programme structure
Classic Track
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September-December
- Lessons in chosen specialisation
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December
- Sales job (15 days)
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January-April
- Core course modules
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May-June
- Humacité© project internationally (2 months)
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July-August
- Internship / Seasonal work / Summer break
Classic Track
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September-March
- Lessons + International Week
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March-June
- Internship in France or abroad (4-6 months) + Climacité© project during the internship
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July-August
- Internship / Seasonal work / Summer break
English Track
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September-April
- Lessons 100% in English + International Week
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April-June
- Internship in France or abroad (4–6 months)
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June-August
- Internship/Seasonal work/Summer break
Work-study Track - Orléans
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September-August
- Full-Year certificate (CSUN, USA; ISB, Dublin; ECU, Australia) or double-degree (UniSC, Australia - Brunel, UK / Mälardalen, Sweden / UQAC, Canada)
Classic Track
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September-December
- Lessons in chosen specialisation
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January-April
- Core course modules
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April-August
- Internship
Work-study Track
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September-december
- Full-Year certificate (CSUN, USA; ISB, Dublin; ECU, Australia) or double-degree (UniSC, Australia - Brunel, UK / Mälardalen, Sweden / UQAC, Canada)
International Track
Semester Expatriation
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September - December
- Academic exchange, certificate-awarding semester or Disney Program
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January - March
- Lessons
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April - August
- Internship
Full-Year Expatriation
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September - August
- Full-Year certificate (CSUN, USA; ISB, Dublin; ECU, Australia) or double-degree (UniSC, Australia - Brunel, UK / Mälardalen, Sweden / UQAC, Canada)
Companies that already work with our Exceliens
Palmarès
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6th
Le Parisien Étudiant 2026
Best 3-year Bachelor programmes (of 48 ranked) -
3th
Speak & Act 2026
Best School Experience
FAQs
- What are the career opportunities after Excelia’s Bachelor in Business?
The Bachelor in Business at Excelia opens the door to a wide range of careers such as Purchasing Manager, Sustainable Development Project Manager, and Digital Marketing Assistant. Thanks to this vocationally oriented programme and the opportunity for a double qualification, you will be perfectly prepared to enter the job market with ease.
- Is Excelia’s Bachelor in Business internationally recognised?
Yes, Excelia’s Bachelor in Business boasts both EQUIS and AACSB accreditations, which testify to the academic excellence and international recognition of the qualification. What’s more, the programme is regularly ranked as one of the best Bachelors in management.
- Classic vs Work-study… which study track is right for me?
Whilst the work-study track* enables you to combine professional experience and studies over a 24-month period, the classic track also offers some unique advantages. If you choose to study on a classic track, you will have the opportunity to carry out a Humacité project, one of the highlights of the Bachelor in Business, a project involving responsible and humanitarian actions. In addition, by opting for the international track in Year 2 you can head abroad on academic expatriation and then, in your final year, you can undertake a work placement in France or abroad, providing you with a rewarding international experience.
*Programme available under specific conditions for international applicants.
- Which specialisations are available in Year 3 of the Bachelor in Business?
In your third year, you can choose from a wide range of specialisations, including digital marketing, sales management, international business and many others. These specialisations enable you to personalise your studies to reflect your career aspirations.
- What are the admissions requirements for the Bachelor in Business at Excelia?
The admissions process for Excelia’s Bachelor in Business includes a comprehensive skills assessment interview. Unlike a simple written assessment, this interview places the emphasis on your oral skills, your motivation, and your personal commitment. This demanding exercise requires thorough preparation, as you will need to be able to respond in a highly organised and effective manner. The interview is divided into several stages: personal introduction, your reasons for joining Excelia, and a discussion of your career goals. This detailed assessment helps us to determine whether your profile perfectly matches the chosen programme.
For international applicants, this oral exam is conducted via an online video, with the option to take the admission test year-round without a fixed session date.
- What vocational integration support does Excelia offer its students?
Excelia is committed to supporting its students throughout their studies, right up until they enter the job market. We provide dedicated services, such as support for vocational integration provided by the Talent Centre, with personalised coaching to help you develop your soft skills and optimise your applications, thereby strengthening your readiness for the job market. In addition, our partnerships with leading companies and the many internships included in the programme mean that you will develop a solid professional network even before you finish your studies. This personalised support is one of the main reasons behind our high employment rate, ensuring that our graduates find a job in their chosen field quickly and efficiently.
Specialisations
Specialisations
In Year 3 of the Bachelor in Business, students can choose from a variety of specialisations. This is an opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in a range of fields, including Marketing, Management, Entrepreneurship, and International Business.
Specialisations are available on a Classic Track or a Work-study Track depending on study location.
YEAR 3 SPECIALISATIONS
- Sales Management
- Digital Marketing & Customer Relations
- Sustainable Entrepreneurship
- International Business
- Tourism, Entertainment & Events
- Real Estate Management & Negotiation
- Healthcare & Wellbeing
- Sports Management & Events
- Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
- Personal Banking & Insurance Advisor
Sales Management (La Rochelle - Tours - Orleans)
This specialisation focusses on the nuances of logistics management, team dynamics, merchandising and brand management, equipping you with the essential skills to effectively manage sales operations and drive innovation.
This specialisation is available on a Classic Track in La Rochelle and Tours or on a Work-study Track in La Rochelle, Tours and Orleans.
COURSES
- Classic Track
Available in La Rochelle and Tours
Semester 1
- Consultancy Project
- Merchandising
- Brand Management
- Team Leadership & Conflict Management
- Logistics Management
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
- Work-study Track
Available in La Rochelle, Tours and Orleans
Semester 1
- Digital Transformation: No-code Hackathon
- Merchandising
- Brand Management
- Team Leadership & Conflict Management
- Logistics Management
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- General and Business English
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Digital Marketing & Customer Relations (La Rochelle - Orleans)
This specialisation explores digital strategies, new approaches to customer relations, services marketing and the analysis of e-consumer behaviour, providing you with an in-depth understanding of the key aspects of marketing in today’s world.
This specialisation is available on a Classic Track and a Work-study Track in both La Rochelle and Orleans.
COURSES
- Classic Track
Available in La Rochelle and Orleans
Semester 1
- Consultancy Project
- New Approaches to Customer Relations
- Digital Marketing & Communication
- E-consumer Behaviour
- Services Management
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
- Work-study Track
Available in La Rochelle and Orleans
Semester 1
- Digital Transformation: No-code Hackathon
- New Approaches to Customer Relations
- Digital Marketing & Communication
- E-consumer Behaviour
- Services Management
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- General and Business English
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Sustainable Entrepreneurship (La Rochelle - Orleans)
Through this specialisation, you will learn to draw up business plans, become fully proficient in taxation, understand the challenges facing start-ups in the digital economy, and how to adopt a pragmatic approach to business creation.
This specialisation is only available on a Classic Track in both La Rochelle and Orleans.
COURSES
- Classic Track ONLY
Available in La Rochelle and Orleans
Semester 1
- Consultancy Project
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
International Business (La Rochelle - Tours)
This specialisation explores European law, international strategies, and export techniques, and provides you with a comprehensive introduction to logistics, whilst giving a global perspective on international business operations.
This specialisation is available on a Classic Track in both La Rochelle and Tours or on a Work-study Track in Tours only.
COURSES
- Classic Track
Available in La Rochelle and Tours
Semester 1
- Consultancy Project
- Introduction to Logistics
- Export Techniques
- International Strategy
- European Law
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
- Work-study Track
Available in Tours
Semester 1
- Digital Transformation: No-code Hackathon
- Introduction to Logistics
- Export Techniques
- International Strategy
- European Law
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- General and Business English
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Tourism, Entertainment & Events (La Rochelle)
This specialisation covers essential aspects such as yield management and markets, project management, accessibility in tourism, the challenges and organisation of event management, as well as digital and relationship marketing strategies specific to this sector.
This specialisation is available on a Classic Track in La Rochelle only.
COURSES
- Classic Track ONLY
Available in La Rochelle
Semester 1
- Yield & Market Management
- Tourism Events Project Management
- Disability Awareness for Tourism
- Events: challenges and organisation
- Digital Marketing for Tourism
- Relationship Marketing & Integrated Marketing Communications
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Real Estate Management & Negotiation (Tours)
This specialisation explores the basics of real estate law, focussing on industry regulations and multiple ownership management. It also covers aspects such as energy efficiency, accounting for real estate, rental management, as well as marketing strategies and the digitalisation of customer relations in the real estate sector.
This specialisation is available on a Work-study Track in Tours.
COURSES
- Work-study Track
Available in Tours ONLY
Semester 1
- Fundamentals of Property Law & Industry Regulations
- Multiple Ownership Law & Management Techniques
- Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Development in Real Estate
- Accounting & Administration
- Marketing & Digitalisation of Customer Relations
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- General and Business English
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Healthcare & Wellbeing (Orleans - La Rochelle)
This specialisation explores ethics and legislation in the healthcare sector, the laws applicable to medico-social establishments, as well as quality management and risk management. In addition, you will explore how digitalisation can improve healthcare and wellbeing systems and establishments.
This specialisation is available on a Classic Track in Orleans or on a Work-study Track in La Rochelle.
COURSES
- Classic Track
Available in Orleans ONLY
Semester 1
- Ethics & Law in the Healthcare Sector
- Legislation governing Medico-social Establishments
- Structure of Health & Wellbeing Sectors
- Quality Management & Risk Management
- Consultancy Project
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
- Work-study Track
Available in La Rochelle ONLY
Semester 1
- Ethics & Law in the Healthcare Sector
- Legislation governing Medico-social Establishments
- Structure of Health & Wellbeing Sectors
- Quality Management & Risk Management
- Digitalisation of Healthcare & Wellbeing Systems and Establishments
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- General and Business English
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Sports Management & Events (Orleans)
This specialisation looks at event project management, the strategic analysis of sports organisations, digitalisation with a focus on e-sport and SportsTech, the planning of sporting activities and communication strategies, whilst exploring the entire sports ecosystem.
This specialisation is available on a Work-study Track in Orleans only.
COURSES
- Work-study Track
Available in Orleans ONLY
Semester 1
- Events Project Management
- Sports Organisations: analysis of structure and strategy
- Digitalisation of Sport: e-Sport and the development of SportsTech
- Organisation of Sports Activities & Communication Strategy
- Ecosystem of Sports Structures
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Purchasing & Supply Chain Management (Orleans)
This specialisation examines supply and distribution systems, whilst looking at the challenges and management of the different purchasing activities, exploring the shift from production management to supply chain management and studying logistics information systems, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain.
This specialisation is available on a Work-study Track in Orleans only.
COURSES
- Work-study Trac
Available in Orleans ONLY
Semester 1
- Digital Transformation: No-code Hackathon
- Logistics Information Systems
- From Production Management to Supply Chain Management
- Challenges & Management of Purchasing Activities
- Supply & Distribution Processes
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Personal Banking & Insurance Advisor (La Rochelle - Tours - Orleans)
This specialisation offers in-depth expertise in banking law, exploring the fundamentals of property and liability insurance, and looks at banking and financial investments, as well as marketing techniques. In addition, it provides a comprehensive overview of personal wealth management, enabling you to gain a thorough understanding of the banking and insurance sectors.
This specialisation is only available on a Work-study Track in La Rochelle, Tours and Orleans.
COURSES
- Work-study Track
Available in La Rochelle, Tours and Orleans
Semester 1
- Fundamentals of Property & Liability Insurance
- Banking & Insurance: Marketing Techniques
- Personal Wealth Management
- Banking Law
- Banking & Financial Investments
- Introduction to Project Management
- Google Analytics certification
- Cybersecurity Management: certification
- English for Contemporary Issues
- Personal Branding
Semester 2
- Human Resources Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility: concepts, tools and practices
- Fundamentals of Strategic Management
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Self-Management
- Preparation for TASK™ certification
- English for Sustainability
Sales Management
This specialisation focusses on the nuances of logistics management, team dynamics, merchandising, and brand management, equipping you with the essential skills to effectively manage sales operations and drive innovation.
Digital Marketing, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
This specialisation in Digital Marketing, Innovation and Entrepreneurship equips students to develop business plans, understand key tax considerations and address the challenges faced by start-ups in the digital economy. It combines a practical approach to business creation with an in-depth understanding of digital strategy, customer relationship management, services marketing and consumer behaviour.
International Trade
This specialisation explores European law, international strategies, and export techniques, whilst providing you with a comprehensive introduction to logistics as well as a global perspective on international business operations.
Tourism, Entertainment & Events
This specialisation covers essential aspects such as yield management and markets, event project management, accessibility in tourism, event management challenges and organisations, as well as digital and relationship marketing strategies specific to this sector.
Real Estate Management & Negotiation
This specialisation explores the basics of real estate law, focussing on industry regulations and multiple ownership management. It also covers aspects such as energy efficiency, accounting for real estate, rental management, as well as marketing strategies and the digitalisation of customer relations in the real estate sector.
Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
This specialisation examines supply and distribution systems, whilst looking at the challenges and management of the different purchasing activities, exploring the shift from production management to supply chain management and studying logistics information systems, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain.
Personal Banking & Insurance Advisor
This specialisation offers in-depth expertise in banking law, exploring the fundamentals of property and liability insurance, and looks at banking and financial investments, as well as marketing techniques. In addition, it provides a comprehensive overview of personal wealth management, enabling you to gain a thorough understanding of the banking and insurance sectors.
This specialisation also validates certification RNCP n°41645 level 6, entitled "Conseiller multi-canal de clientèle particuliers en Banque Assurance".
Data & AI or Cybersecurity
Develop hybrid expertise through an ambitious and forward-thinking programme, designed in partnership with Paris School of Technology & Business.
Choose from two specialist pathways: Data & AI or Cybersecurity
Digital Marketing
The programme, combining Excelia’s Bachelor Business and the Bachelor Technology & Business from PST&B, brings together marketing, data, AI and digital tools. Upon completion, students receive dual validation and benefit from enhanced employability in fast-growing digital professions.
You can join this specialisation from the 1st year at our partner institution, Paris School of Technology & Business.
Find out more
Digital Marketing and Customer Relationship Management
This specialisation equips students to design and manage digital marketing strategies focused on the customer experience. It develops expertise in customer acquisition, retention, data analysis, customer relationship management (CRM) and omnichannel marketing, while addressing key issues such as artificial intelligence, personalised customer journeys and marketing performance.
Lessons
Year 1 Acquiring the fundamentals of management
A choice of 4 cities: La Rochelle, Tours, Paris-Cachan or Orleans
Management
- Principles of Economics and Sustainability Issues
- Global Business Management: Business Game Simulation
- Principles of Accounting
- Companies & Organisation of Work
- Statistics for Management
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources Fundamentals
- Applied Market Research
- Workshop : Introduction to AI
Applied languages
- Business English
- TOEIC/TOEFL training
- 2nd Modern Language (optional)
Experiential and Personal Development (EPD)
- Preparation for Humacité© project
- Seminars: Careers and Business Professions
- Personalised support and guidance by mentor/coach
Field experiences
- Involvement in clubs and associations: Sport, Communications, Associations and Promotion
- Sales job
- Humacité© project
Professional certification
- Voltaire
- AIforValue
Year 2 Applying knowledge in the workplace
For Year 2, you can choose to study on a classic track in La Rochelle, Orleans and Tours.
Management:
- Financial Analysis and Corporate Finance
- Statistics for Management 2
- Introduction to Project Management
- New Sales Techniques
- International Economics & Sustainability
- Legal Framework for Companies
- Fundamentals of Management Control
- Information Systems Fundamentals and Web Hackathon
- Business Tools with Excel
- Consumer Behaviour
- Water & Climate: planning for the future
- Digital Law & Data Governance
- Digital Communication Tools
Languages:
- English for sales and negotiation
- TOEIC Training
- 2nd Modern Language (optional)
Field experiences:
- 4-month internship
- Climacité© project
Professional Certification:
- Google Analytics Certification
- Dream Career initiative (Talent Centre)
For Year 2, you can choose to study on a work-study track available in Orleans only
Management:
- Financial Analysis and Corporate Finance
- Statistics for Management 2
- New Sales Techniques
- International Economics & Sustainability
- Legal Framework for Companies
- Information Systems Fundamentals and Web Hackathon
- Fundamentals of Management Control
- Business Tools with Excel
- Consumer Behaviour
- Water & Climate: Planning for the future
- Digital Law & Data Governance
- Digital Communication Tools
Languages:
- TOEIC training
- English for Sales and Negotiation
Professional certification:
- TOEIC
- Dream Career Initiative (Talent Centre)
Year 3 Enhancing knowledge and specialising
For Year 3, you can choose to study on a classic track or a work-study track in La Rochelle, Orleans or Tours, depending on your chosen specialisation.
Core course modules
Management
- Strategy & CSR
- Consulting Challenge
- Digital Security Management (certification)
- Introduction to Project Management 2
- Marketing Strategy Tools
- Data visualisation and business reporting
- Corporate Finance
- Human Resources Management
- Introduction to Databases
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Energy Transition for the Water-Climate Nexus
Languages
- English for Contemporary Issues
- English for Sustainability
- 2nd Modern Language (optional)
Experiential and Personal Development (EPD)
- Personal and Professional Project – Grand Oral
- Dream Career initiative (Talent Centre)
- Specialisation Project (company-based)
- Professional Dissertation
Professional certifications
- ANSSI Cybersecurity label
- Google Analytics Certification
- TASK™ Certification (Sustainability)
For Year 3, you can choose to study on a work-study track in La Rochelle, Orleans or Tours, depending on your chosen specialisation.
Core course modules
Management
- Corporate Strategy & CSR
- Digital Transformation: No-code Hackathon
- Digital Security Management (certification)
- Data visualisation and business reporting
- Strategic Marketing
- Corporate Finance
- Introduction to Databases
- Human Resources Management
- Introduction to Project Management 2
- Professional Dissertation: research methodology
- Energy Transition for the Water-Climate Nexus
Languages
- English for Contemporary Issues
- English for Sustainability
- 2nd Modern Language (optional)
Experiential and Personal Development (EPD)
- Personal and Professional Project – Grand Oral
- Dream Career initiative (Talent Centre)
- Specialisation Project (company-based)
- Professional Dissertation
Professional certifications
- ANSSI Cybersecurity label
- TASK™ Certification (Sustainability)
You will have the opportunity to choose an international expatriation, either for one semester or a full academic year.
Semester Expatriation
You have two options:
- As part of an exchange:
Discover our partner universities. - As part of a certificate programme:
- CSUN, Los Angeles, USA
- ISB, Dublin, Irlande
- Disney Programme
Full-Year Expatriation
You have two options:
- As part of an annual certificate:
- San Diego State University, USA
- San Diego State University, USA
- As part of a double degree:
- UniSc, Australia*
- Brunel, Londres*
- UQAC, Canada
- Malardalens, Suède
* This destination is subject to additional tuition fees.
Experiences
Climacité© project
An environmentally focused Climacité© project that benefits the planet and all living beings. Carried out during a four-month internship in Year 2, it is an integral part of the Bachelor in Business programme’s DNA and its Green and Blue ‘Commitment and Responsibility’ strand, which supports students throughout all three years of the programme.
Work-study
The work-study route is available in Year 2 through the 24-month Work-Study Pathway at the Orléans campus, and in Year 3 through the 12-month option across all four campuses. It enables students to develop professional skills within a company while putting their management knowledge into practice.
Business Game / Blue Environment Workshop
Carried out as a company game or a board game, you work in teams to tackle and solve real-life business issues relating to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Expatriation at a partner university
You have the opportunity of a one or two semesters academic expatriation in Year 3.
Humacité© Project
In Year 1 of the programme, you undertake a 2-month social, humanitarian or civic voluntary project in an NGO or an association abroad. This is one of the unique features of Excelia, which is committed to educating students to become future managers who are both responsible and conscious of the importance of their role in society.
Find out more
Internships
Carrying out company-based internships, in France or abroad, is one of the compulsory parts of the Bachelor programme. By the end of your studies, you will have acquired some 12 months of real company-based experience.
Student Clubs and Associations
Get involved and develop your soft skills and business competencies! Throughout Year 1 of the programme, you will carry out an association-based project, and in Year 2 you have the opportunity to choose the Association Management Track, participating in the running of one of Excelia’s 44 clubs and associations. In addition, it is a great way to settle into school life and experience something unique.
Disney Program
The school has a partnership with Disney World Resort in Orlando (USA), giving students the opportunity to spend one semester abroad : 1 month studying at Delaware State University and 2 online Harvard courses (30 ECTS credits), followed by a 5-month internship in an ancillary service at Walt Disney Resort in Orlando, USA
Consultancy Project
In Year 3, you will take on the role of business consultant. Linked to the theme of water management, in teams you will tackle a real-life issue raised by a local company committed to the ecological and social transition. Final work is assessed by different examination panels which select the 3 finalist teams and then determine an overall winning team.
Support for Vocational Integration
At Excelia, your professional success is our priority. Through the Talent Centre, you benefit from tailored support: coaching sessions, CV and interview workshops, a platform offering exclusive job opportunities, and networking events with companies.
Whether you're seeking an internship, a work-study placement, or your first job, we equip you with all the tools you need to stand out and secure the best career opportunities.
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Our graduates go on to become operational managers in all sectors of activity, in France and abroad, and quickly rise to senior management positions thanks to their first-rate studies.
Below is a non-exhaustive list of the types of professions and industry sectors in which you could work.
Types of jobs:
- Customer Relations Manager
- Sales Executive
- Tourism Development Manager
- Sports Events Project Manager
- Purchasing & Supply Manager
- Sustainable Development Project Manager
- Digital Communication Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Company Manager, creator of a Start-up
- Recruitment Manager
- Digital Marketing Assistant for a Start-up
Job opportunities after the Bachelor Business
Facts & Figures:
of our graduates find a job within 6 months of graduating
of our graduates find a job with an international dimension
Where they work?
in New Aquitaine
in and around Paris
in other French regions
The sectors they work in
Sales, e-Marketing and Distribution
Services (Banking, Insurance, Quality and Safety, Personal Assistance)
IT and IT Services (ICT, Digital Technology)
Food-processing Industries
Purchasing and Procurement
Real Estate
Poursuite d’études
To further their academic and professional skills, some of our graduates choose to continue their studies.
The Bachelor in Business acts as an excellent springboard for our postgraduate programmes:
Master in Management
Masters of Science (MSc) - Excelia Business School
Masters of Science (MSc) - Excelia Tourism School
Masters of Science (MSc) - Excelia Communication School
Cost of studies
Tuition Fees 2025-2026
Students from within the European Union*
Year 1: €9,950
Year 2: €9,950
Year 3: €9,950
* 27 European Union members: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France and French Overseas Territories, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
Students from outside the European Union
Year 1: €10,700
Year 2: €10,700
Year 3: €10,700
Work-Study Track available in Year 2 and Year 3: in the case of a contrat de professionnalisation and a contrat d’apprentissage, tuition fees are paid by the host company.
The above fees are provided for information purposes only and are subject to change from one year to the next.
Multiservice charge
Fee: €350
This one-off Multiservice fee gives access to the following services:
- Administration and support services
- International mobility insurance-assistance
- Reprographics credit (photocopying, printing)
- Unlimited access to all content on Exceliaprime Edutainment platform
- Personalised support and coaching from our Talent Centre
Admissions
1 / Online application
Submit your application online and select your programme:
List of supportive documents required : CV and Proof of current academic level (exam certificate/s or letter from current academic establishment etc.)
Admission fee : An admissions fee of €50 is required (to be paid by bank transfer or credit card)
2 / Online video interview
Details of admissions tests
- Online video interview on our online admissions platform (in French or English depending on the chosen programme and track).
- Candidates have 5 days to respond to a series of questions (motivation, academic and professional projects)
3 / Admissions test results released and deposit to be paid
Admissions test results
Candidates will receive notification of their admission or non-admission within 6 days following their interview.
If you are admitted, you must pay the deposit, which will be deducted from your annual tuition fees, before the specified deadline.
Excelia has partnered with Flywire to provide our overseas families with an easier method of sending international fee payments. Flywire offers a best price guarantee when sending the payment by bank transfer, real-time payment tracking and 24x7 multilingual customer support.
4 / Administrative assistance
Confirmation of enrolment
You will receive confirmation of pre-enrolment as well as confirmation of accommodation which are necessary for your student visa application.
Click here for administrative assistance
5 / Proof of academic level required
Conditions of acceptance
To confirm your final acceptance, you must provide proof of your current qualifications and language ability:
English-Track and French-Track Programmes:
- Bachelor, Master in Management, Masters of Science (MSc): B2*
- Foundation and preparatory programmes**: A2 or B1 depending on programme*
- For Summer School and FLE (French as a Foreign Language) courses: Open to students of all abilities
* Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
** Business Foundation Programme and Excelia First Year
Proof of language ability is NOT required if:
- Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
- You hold a qualification issued in a French-speaking country and are applying for a French track
- You hold a qualification issued in an English-speaking country and are applying for an English track
Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
January intake — start your Bachelor Business in January 2027
Your academic calendar doesn't match the French September intake? Join the Bachelor Business in 1st year this January: complete your first year through an intensive 6-month track, then move straight into 2nd year in September without losing a year.
📅 Intake: January 2027
📍 Campus: La Rochelle
👥 Who can apply: international students holding a high school diploma (or equivalent)
🎥 Admission: applications open all year round, with an online video interview
1 / Online application
Submit your application online and select your programme:
List of supportive documents required : CV and Proof of current academic level (exam certificate/s or letter from current academic establishment etc.)
Admission fee : An admissions fee of €50 is required (to be paid by bank transfer or credit card)
2 / Online video interview
Details of admissions tests
- Online video interview on our online admissions platform (in French or English depending on the chosen programme and track).
- Candidates have 5 days to respond to a series of questions (motivation, academic and professional projects)
3 / Admissions test results released and deposit to be paid
Admissions test results
Candidates will receive notification of their admission or non-admission within 6 days following their interview.
If you are admitted, you must pay the deposit, which will be deducted from your annual tuition fees, before the specified deadline.
Excelia has partnered with Flywire to provide our overseas families with an easier method of sending international fee payments. Flywire offers a best price guarantee when sending the payment by bank transfer, real-time payment tracking and 24x7 multilingual customer support.
4 / Administrative assistance
Confirmation of enrolment
You will receive confirmation of pre-enrolment as well as confirmation of accommodation which are necessary for your student visa application.
Click here for administrative assistance
5 / Proof of academic level required
Conditions of acceptance
To confirm your final acceptance, you must provide proof of your current qualifications and language ability:
English-Track and French-Track Programmes:
- Bachelor, Master in Management, Masters of Science (MSc): B2*
- Foundation and preparatory programmes**: A2 or B1 depending on programme*
- For Summer School and FLE (French as a Foreign Language) courses: Open to students of all abilities
* Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
** Business Foundation Programme and Excelia First Year
Proof of language ability is NOT required if:
- Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
- You hold a qualification issued in a French-speaking country and are applying for a French track
- You hold a qualification issued in an English-speaking country and are applying for an English track
Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
1 / Online application
Submit your application online and select your programme:
List of supportive documents required : CV and Proof of current academic level (exam certificate/s or letter from current academic establishment etc.)
Admission fee : An admissions fee of €50 is required (to be paid by bank transfer or credit card)
2 / Online video interview
Details of admissions tests
- Online video interview on our online admissions platform (in French or English depending on the chosen programme and track).
- Candidates have 5 days to respond to a series of questions (motivation, academic and professional projects)
3 / Admissions test results released and deposit to be paid
Admissions test results
Candidates will receive notification of their admission or non-admission within 6 days following their interview.
If you are admitted, you must pay the deposit, which will be deducted from your annual tuition fees, before the specified deadline.
Excelia has partnered with Flywire to provide our overseas families with an easier method of sending international fee payments. Flywire offers a best price guarantee when sending the payment by bank transfer, real-time payment tracking and 24x7 multilingual customer support.
4 / Administrative assistance
Confirmation of enrolment
You will receive confirmation of pre-enrolment as well as confirmation of accommodation which are necessary for your student visa application.
Click here for administrative assistance
5 / Proof of academic level required
Conditions of acceptance
To confirm your final acceptance, you must provide proof of your current qualifications and language ability:
English-Track and French-Track Programmes:
- Bachelor, Master in Management, Masters of Science (MSc): B2*
- Foundation and preparatory programmes**: A2 or B1 depending on programme*
- For Summer School and FLE (French as a Foreign Language) courses: Open to students of all abilities
* Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
** Business Foundation Programme and Excelia First Year
Proof of language ability is NOT required if:
- Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
- You hold a qualification issued in a French-speaking country and are applying for a French track
- You hold a qualification issued in an English-speaking country and are applying for an English track
Please note that only official certificates will be accepted.
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