Go to content
EN

Application process

Dernière mise à jour :

Found the Perfect Program but Unsure How to Apply? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the Application Process. Please review the five steps below and follow each as instructed:

1. Select Your Program and Review the Entry Requirements

Before submitting your application, please ensure you meet the minimum entry requirements for the international programs at IAE Bordeaux.

To learn more about each program and its entry requirements, you can visit the respective program webpages:

2. Submit Your Online Application Form:

In the second step, complete and submit the online application form to help us evaluate your qualifications.

** Important:

  • No application fee is required for submission.
  • The online application forms for each program are available at the bottom of this page.
  • Please submit your form only onceavoid multiple online submissions.
  • Be sure to follow all application instructions carefully.

 

3. Submit the Required Documents via Email

After completing your online application form, please send the following documents via email to iae.applications@u-bordeaux.fr immediately upon application form submission:

Documents can be submitted in either English or French.

  • Copies of transcripts
  • Copies of all previously awarded diplomas
  • Passport copy (or ID card if European)
  • Letter of motivation
  • CV
  • English language certificate or Certificate of Studies in English
  • One Passport size Photo

** Important:

  • Applications will only be reviewed once all required documents are received.
  • Any missing documents or additional materials must be submitted to the Admissions Office via email within one week of the initial application submission.

 

4. Wait for Your Application to Be Assessed

Once all required application documents have been received, the review process will begin. Academic professors from the EBA, MBA, and IBM programs will serve as the Admissions Jury, carefully evaluating each application. The Admissions Jury will determine whether an applicant qualifies for an interview or is rejected.

All applicants will receive a response by the dates outlined in the application periods section below.

**Important:

  • Due to the high volume of applications each year, please refrain from emailing us to confirm receipt of your application, as we will not be able to respond. Rest assured, during the application assessment, we will contact you directly if any additional documents or clarifications are needed.
  • Due to the high volume of applications each year, rejection and interview announcements may be delayed by up to 3/4 days.

5. Attend an Online Interview

After submitting your application and required documents, you may be invited to an online interview.

Eligible candidates will be notified by email, and the interview will be conducted via Zoom or Skype.

 

 -> When should I apply ?

 

  • Applications for the 2025-2026 Academic Year Are Now Closed

We hereby inform all prospective applicants that the application period for the 2025-2026 academic year is officially closed. No further applications will be accepted.

Applications for the international programs at IAE Bordeaux will reopen in February 2026 for the 2026-2027 academic year.

For updates and information regarding future admissions, please consult our website regularly. 

 

The FIRST wave of application submissions ; February 17 to March 7, 2025 (M1 EBA, M2 MBA & M2 IBM)

📅 Application Period

  • February 17 – March 7, 2025 (M1 EBA, M2 MBA & M2 IBM)

🔍 Application Assessment

  • March 8 – March 11, 2025

⚠️ Notification:
During this period, applicants will receive an email either inviting them for an interview or notifying them of their application's rejection.

🗣️ Interview Dates

  • M1 EBA & M2 MBA: March 14 – March 15, 2025
  • M2 IBM: March 17 – March 18, 2025

📢 Important Note:
Due to the high volume of applications received each year, interview dates and result announcements may be subject to change or delay.

📢 Results Announcement

  • M1 EBA & M2 MBA: Between March 17 – March 21, 2025
  • M2 IBM: Between March 19 – March 21, 2025

Deadlines

Deadline to Confirm Participation: March 24, 2025
💰 Deadline for First Half of Tuition Fee Payment: March 31, 2025

UPDATE ; The SECOND wave of application submissions ; March 8 to March 28, 2025 (M1 EBA, M2 MBA & M2 IBM)

📅 Application Period

  • March 8 – March 28, 2025 (M1 EBA, M2 MBA & M2 IBM)

🔍 Application Assessment

  • April 1 – April 7, 2025

⚠️ Notification:
During this period, applicants will receive an email either inviting them for an interview or notifying them of their application's rejection.

⚠️ Important Update – Assessment of Second Wave

Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications received during Round 2, the Admissions Committee requires additional time to complete the evaluation and selection process with the utmost care and diligence. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this period.

  • The assessment results for M1 EBA & M2 MBA will be published no later than April 10, 2025.

  • The assessment results for M2 IBM will be announced by April 15, 2025.

🗣️ Interview Dates

Please note: Dates are subject to change

  • M1 EBA & M2 MBA: April 10  – April 11, 2025
  • M2 IBM: April 16 – April 17, 2025

📢 Important Note:
Due to the high volume of applications received each year, interview dates and result announcements may be subject to change or delay.

📢 Results Announcement

  • M1 EBA & M2 MBA: Between April 14 – April 17, 2025
  • M2 IBM: Between April 18 – April 21, 2025

Deadlines

Deadline to Confirm Participation: April 25, 2025
💰 Deadline for First Half of Tuition Fee Payment: April 30, 2025

The THIRD wave of application submissions ;March 29 to April 20,2025 ( M2 MBA only)

📅 Application Period

  • March 29 – April 20, 2025 ( M2 MBA)

🔍 Application Assessment

  • April 21 – April 25 , 2025

⚠️ Notification:
During this period, applicants will receive an email either inviting them for an interview or notifying them of their application's rejection.

🗣️ Interview Dates

  •  M2 MBA: May 1 – May 2, 2025

📢 Important Note:
Due to the high volume of applications received each year, interview dates and result announcements may be subject to change or delay.

📢 Results Announcement

  • Between May 5 – May 9, 2025

Deadlines

Deadline to Confirm Participation: May 16, 2025
💰 Deadline for First Half of Tuition Fee Payment: may 31, 2025

APPLICATION FORMS

The online application forms will be accessible on February 17,2025, at 10 AM

  • Year 1 - M1 EBA Master Program Application form

  • Year 2 - M2 MBA Master Program Application form

  • Year 2 - M2 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