European Business Administration - Y1
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The Master 1 European Business Administration (M1 EBA) is the first year of a two-year Master’s program focused on core business and management fundamentals. It welcomes international students from diverse academic backgrounds who wish to deepen their understanding of the business environment and strengthen their managerial skills.
M1 EBA 2025-2026
Head of EBA Program
- Director of International Relations, Associate Professor : Mr. Alberto ARBULU
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The M1 EBA program is designed for students from varied educational backgrounds and provides a solid foundation in fundamental management principles. The program emphasizes general management concepts and skills across key business disciplines, with a particular focus on Corporate Finance.
Courses are delivered entirely in English by a team of European and international faculty, using a flipped classroom methodology to promote active learning and student engagement.
By the end of the program, students will have developed a strong understanding of the fundamental principles of management and business, as well as the ability to apply analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills in academic and professional contexts. The program also prepares students both academically and professionally for advanced Master 2 (Semester 3 & Semester 4) studies and enables them to adapt effectively to an international academic and professional environment.
Upon successful completion of the program, students acquire the foundational knowledge and competencies required to progress to the second year of the Master in Business Administration (M2 MBA) degree or the Master in International Business Management (M2 IBM) degree at IAE Bordeaux University, as well as to other second-year Master’s programs in management in France.
KEY FACTS
- RNCP code : RNCP35916
- Degree level : Master 1 (Year 1 of a two-year Master’s degree)**
The M1 EBA program is not a standalone Master’s program. Upon successful completion, students are awarded an official Certificate of Achievement, not a Master’s degree diploma. - Intake : Once per year - September only
- Duration : 1 academic year (September - end of August)
- Credits : 60 ECTS
- Language of instruction : English
- Study mode : Full-time, on campus (no online or part-time option available)
GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE M1 EBA ACADEMIC YEAR
The academic year starts in mid-September and concludes at the end of August
- Start of classes : Mid-September
- End of classes : End of March
- Internship, summer job, AND/OR Managerial Research Dissertation :
- From March to August 31st
- The internship or summer job may be completed in France or abroad
Curriculum and Guidelines of M1 EBA Program
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Discover the EBA program faculty
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Admission rate (%)
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Satisfaction rate (%)
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WHO CAN APPLY TO M1 EBA PROGRAM ?
The M1 EBA program is open to applicants who have completed a three-year Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) or a four-year degree (240 ECTS equivalent) in any field of study.
While applicants with an academic background in management or related disciplines may have a more direct alignment with the program, candidates from all academic backgrounds are welcome to apply. Applications are assessed primarily on the basis of overall academic performance (GPA).
For further details, applicants are strongly encouraged to carefully review the Admission Requirements document :
Admissions and Application Process
BEFORE YOU APPLY :
Before applying to this program, applicants are strongly recommended to carefully review the Admission Requirements document.
APPLICATION PLATFORM :
All applications must be completed entirely online via the e-Candidat platform.
ATTENTION :
- Applications/Documents submitted by email will not be considered.
- Applicants who have already submitted their application through the Campus France « Études en France » platform (when required for their country) do not need to apply again via the IAE Bordeaux website, the e-Candidat platform. Duplicate applications across platforms should be avoided.
- Detailed information regarding the application process, application phases (key dates), and required documents (including specific requirements or qualification criteria for certain documents ) is available in the Admission Requirements document, on the Application Process webpage, and on the e-Candidat platform.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to carefully review all available sources before applying
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents, either in English or in French, via the e-Candidat platform.
Please note that some documents are subject to specific requirements or qualification criteria, as indicated on the Application process webpage and on Admission Requirements document above. Therefore, before applying, please carefully read the details to ensure that you meet the requirements
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Most recent and final diploma
- Most recent and final transcripts of the above diploma
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Proof of application fee payment (30€)
Academic M1 EBA Tuition Fees Overview
- Application Fee
- A mandatory application fee of €30 is required at the time of application for the processing and review of applications. This fee is deducted from the registration fee if the applicant is admitted to the program.
- Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2025-2026 Academic Year)
- All international students at the University of Bordeaux, regardless of nationality (EU or non-EU) or age, are subject to the following mandatory fees : The M1 EBA tuition fees amount to €5,154, which include :
- IAE Business School fees: €4,900
- University registration fee: €254 *
*Please note that the university registration fee may change in accordance with regulations set by the French higher education authorities. Updated fees are announced in June/July of each year.
- All international students at the University of Bordeaux, regardless of nationality (EU or non-EU) or age, are subject to the following mandatory fees : The M1 EBA tuition fees amount to €5,154, which include :
- Additional Administrative Fees
(Paid separately - not paid to the University)
In addition to tuition fees, students must pay the following mandatory administrative fees:- Liability insurance : approximately €20
- CVEC (Contribution de Vie Étudiante et de Campus) : approximately €105 *
* The CVEC is a national fee payable through a French government platform, not directly to the University of Bordeaux. All full-time students must complete the CVEC payment before registering for classes. Updated fees are announced in June/July of each year.
PAYMENT TERMS
Detailed payment instructions are provided in the acceptance letter sent to admitted candidates. Tuition fees may be in two installments :
- First Installment : Due according to the specific application submission period (additional information available on the application page.)
- Second Installment : Due by the end of August.
MODE OF PAYMENT
Payments can made via the University of Bordeaux secure online payment platform (ESUP-PAY).
If the university payment platform can’t be used, payment may exceptionally be made by bank transfer.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
IAE Bordeaux does not offer any scholarship programs. Applicants are encouraged to explore scholarship opportunities in their home countries or through the French Embassy in their region. Please note that many scholarships, including the Eiffel Scholarship and Études en France, require applications to be submitted up to one year in advance.
For more information about the Eiffel Scholarship, please visit : Eiffel Scholarship Programme page, contact the team in charge of the Eiffel Scholarship directly for further information on eligibility criteria. You may also contact Campus France in your home country for additional guidance.
If you need further information, please refer to the FAQ webpage, which provides answers to the most frequently asked questions from applicants.
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