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You have found the perfect program, but you don’t know how to apply? Read the following information to find out more about the application process.

1 - Choose your program and find out about our entry requirements

Before submitting your application for one of our programs, it is important to check whether you meet the minimum entry requirements of IAE Bordeaux.
Find out more about our programs below: 

2 - Submit your online application form

The second step is to submit a written application, which includes assembling a variety of materials that will help us assess your qualifications.

 

3 - ** Submit the required documents

Once you have completed your online application form, you have to send the following documents right after your application form submission to "iae.applications@u-bordeaux.fr"

Please submit the required documents either in English or French

  • Copies of transcripts
  • Copies of all previous diplomas awarded
  • Passport copy (or ID card if European)
  • Letter of motivation 
  • CV 
  • English language test or certificate of studies in English
  • One passport/(ID) photo

 

Keep in mind that applications cannot be reviewed until they are complete. Any missing mandatory or additional materials must be received by the Admissions Office within one week of your initial application submission.

4 - Wait for your application to be assessed

Once we have received all the required application components, the review process will begin. Academic professors from the EBA / MBA / IBM program will serve as the Admissions Jury and carry out the review process. Our Admissions jury will decide whether an applicant is eligible for an interview or not.

In all cases, the Applicant shall receive an answer by the dates set out in the application periods section.

**Note: We receive an influx of applications every year. Hence, the announcement of the results may be delayed for 3-4 days.

5 - Attend an online interview

After your written application has been submitted and we have reviewed your supporting documents, you may be invited for an online interview. Eligible candidates will be notified via email. This interview will be carried out either through Zoom or Skype.

 

 -> When should I apply ?

The application period for 2024-2025 will begin on February 26 (at 9 a.m. - France time) and will close on May 7, 2024 ( at 5 p.m. - France time)
 

** The application for M2 IBM will be available on March 18, 2024.

 

The FIRST wave of application submissions ; From Feburary 26th until March 15th, 2024

ATTENTION = The application for M2 IBM is not commencing in the first wave.

The FIRST wave of application submissions ; From Feburary 26 until March 15, 2024 M1 EBA & M2 MBA )

  • Applications' assessment by the admission jury ; From March 17 to March 20, 2024
    • During the above time frame, applicants will receive an email either inviting them for an interview or notifying them of their application's rejection.

 

  • Interview dates: Friday, March 22 & Saturday, March 23, 2024
  • The result of the first round will be announced between March 25 and March 29, 2024.

 

  • Deadline for Confirming Participation in Program : April 8, 2024
  • Deadline for the First Half Tuition Fee Payment : April 22, 2024 

 

** Note; We receive a high volume of applications each year. As a result, interview dates and result announcements may be subject to change or delay.

The SECOND wave of application submissions ; From March 18 until April 12, 2024

The SECOND wave of application submissions ; From March 18 until April 12, 2024 M1 EBA, M2 MBA & M2 IBM )

  • Applications' assessment by the admission jury ; From April 13 to April 17, 2024
    • During the above time frame, applicants will receive an email either inviting them for an interview or notifying them of their application's rejection.

 

  • Interview dates for M2 IBM : Wednesday, April 17 & Thursday, April 18, 2024
  • Interview dates for M1 EBA & M2 MBA : Friday, April 19 & Saturday, April 20, 2024
  • The result of the second round will be announced between April 22 to April  26, 2024.

 

  • Deadline for Confirming Participation in Program : May 1st, 2024
  • Deadline for the First Half Tuition Fee Payment : May 15, 2024 

 

** Note; We receive a high volume of applications each year. As a result, interview dates and result announcements may be subject to change or delay.

UPDATED = The THIRD & FINAL wave of application submissions ; From April 15 until May 7, 2024

The THIRD & FINAL wave of application submissions ; From April 15 until May 7, 2024 M1 EBA, M2 MBA & M2 IBM )

  • UPDATED = Applications' assessment by the admission jury for M1 EBA & M2 MBA programs ; From May 14 to May 21, 2024
  • UPDATED = Applications' assessment by the admission jury for M2 IBM program; From May 30 to June 5, 2024

 

  • During the above time frame, applicants will receive an email either inviting them for an interview or notifying them of their application's rejection.

 

  • UPDATED = Interview dates for M1 EBA & M2 MBA : Friday, May 24, 2024
  • UPDATED = Interview day for M2 IBM : From June 7, 2024
  • The result of the third round  will be announced one week after the interview sessions

 

  • Deadline for Confirming Participation in Program M1 EBA & M2 MBA : June  5, 2024
  • Deadline for the First Half Tuition Fee Payment : June 15, 2024 

 

  • Deadline for Confirming Participation in Program M2 IBM: June 15, 2024
  • Deadline for the First Half Tuition Fee Payment : June 21, 2024 

 

** Note; We receive a high volume of applications each year. As a result, interview dates and result announcements may be subject to change or delay.

APPLICATION FORMS

  • Year 1 - EBA Master Program Application form

  • Year 2 - MBA Master Program Application form

  • Year 2 - IBM Master Program Application form

 

Contacts

  • Year 1 EBA and Master 2 MBA

    00 33 (0)5 56 00 97 19

    iae.applications%40u-bordeaux.fr

  • Master 2 IBM

    00 33 (0) 5 56 00 97 19

    iae.applications%40u-bordeaux.fr