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    ESSEC Business School

    Master in Global Business Administration

    France1 yearTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Applications currently open

    About Master in Global Business Administration

    Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Jun 17, 2027. Tuition is 50,000 EUR per year.

    The Master in Global Business Administration at ESSEC Business School is a 1-year program that helps students become innovative, responsible, and digital-savvy leaders. This Master's degree focuses on sustainability, digital leadership, and innovation & entrepreneurship.

    The curriculum includes a personalized curriculum with career learning labs that allow students to put their career aspirations to work in high-growth options like luxury, finance, consulting, or product management. Students develop skills in digital leadership, sustainability, and innovation & entrepreneurship.

    Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Product Managers, Sustainability Consultants, Financial Analysts, Digital Transformation Managers, or Luxury Brand Managers, working for top companies and organizations in various industries.

    About ESSEC Business School

    ESSEC Business School is a well-established international institution known for rigorous business education and an entrepreneurial mindset. Offering programs from undergraduate to doctoral levels, ESSEC integrates academic depth with practical learning, leveraging partnerships with industry and a dual-campus model that spans France and Singapore. The school’s curriculum emphasizes leadership, innovation and global awareness to prepare students for complex business challenges.

    Students benefit from a multicultural learning environment and strong corporate connections that open pathways to internships, consulting projects and international exchanges. ESSEC promotes ethical leadership and sustainability as integral parts of management education, blending case-based learning, experiential projects and research-led instruction. Small cohorts and engaged faculty foster peer collaboration and individualized career support.

    Outside the classroom, ESSEC provides a vibrant student life with clubs, incubators and events that encourage entrepreneurship and cross-cultural collaboration. Graduates join a global alumni network and are positioned for careers across sectors, supported by career services and employer partnerships. For students seeking a demanding but supportive business education with a truly international outlook, ESSEC combines academic excellence, practical exposure and a strong global community.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    85–95

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    TOEFL iBT
    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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    Master in Global Business Administration: Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the fees for Master in Global Business Administration?
    Tuition: EUR 50,000 per year. Application fee: USD 150. Service fee: USD 100.
    What are the entry requirements for Master in Global Business Administration?
    Entry requirements include: Education: Bachelor's Degree; Academic performance: Grade B-A (60-70%, GPA 2.5-3); English: IELTS 5.5-6.0; Minimum age: 30.
    How long is the Master in Global Business Administration program?
    The program duration is 1 year.
    What is the application deadline?
    The application deadline is 2027-06-17.
    Is Master in Global Business Administration available online?
    This is an on-campus program at ESSEC Business School.

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