Master's Degree - Grande École Program | Admissions

Directly following high school graduation, students can enter a 5-year business program leading to a Master's degree at ICD Business School.

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Admissions

Apply to the Grande École Program at ICD Business School

 

1st year admissions

Foreign students from a Lycée Français abroad must apply via the French PARCOURSUP platform, before registering to take the in-house entrance exam at ICD Business School.

Foreign students who are not attending a Lycée Français abroad must apply via the Études en France website. Students will be asked to submit a resumé, a cover letter, and their most recent grade reports before being invited to participate in a 30-minute interview.

To prepare for the in-house ICD Entrance Exam, we recommend students register for one of our upcoming entrance exam preparation sessions.

 

Transfer students - Applications for years 2 or 3

Transfer students who wish to apply for admission directly into years 2 and 3 of the Grande École Program can apply directly on the ICD website. Entrance exam fees must be paid when the applicant registers for the entrance exam. A full explanation of the entrance exam will be sent to the student when the application is received. Please note, students typically come to campus for the admissions interviews, but arrangements can be made for remote interviews if needed for students living abroad.

 

Year 2

Year 3

Admission requirements
  • High School diploma (or equivalent) and proof of successful completion of 1 year of higher education (60 ECTS credits) in a relevant field
  • High School diploma (or equivalent) and proof of successful completion of 2 years of higher education (120 ECTS credits) in a relevant field or successful completion of a 2-year degree in a relevant field.

Entrance exam components
  • The admissions jury will review the candidate's application and personal statement.
  • Critical Thinking: Students will be asked to analyze a news photo of their choice. This analysis will allow the admissions jury to assess writing skills, critical thinking abilities, and reading comprehension.
  • Interview: Students will present their analysis to the committee and answer any questions they may have. Part of the interview will be conducted in English to assess the student’s language abilities.
  • ICD Business School Paris and Toulouse Campuses: The critical thinking component of the entrance exam is organized on campus prior to individual interviews.  Interviews are typically scheduled on campus, but arrangements can be made for remote interviews if necessary.

Admission decisions
  • The admissions committee meets after each entrance exam session and admission decisions are sent out to applicants no later than two weeks after the entrance exam.
  • Applicants who have been accepted to the program will then be asked to confirm their acceptance in writing.
  • Applicants who are refused admission may not reapply during the same calendar year.

Entrance exam preparation

 To prepare for the entrance exam for both the Paris and the Toulouse campuses of ICD Business School, we suggest students register for our Early Training prep sessions.

Transfer students - Applications for years 4 or 5

Apply online at least 7 days before the chosen Entrance Exam date.

Applicants will receive an invitation from ICD Business School to take the Entrance Exam on the ICD Business School campus of their choice.

Space is limited, so apply early !

 

Year 4

Year 5

Admission requirements
  • High School diploma (or equivalent) and proof of successful completion of a 3-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field (180 ECTS credits) for admission to Year 4 or a 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field (240 ECTS credits) for admission to Year 5. Proof of international experience is also required.
  • For admission to the 12-month program: proof of successful completion of a 4-year undergraduate/graduate degree in a relevant field (240 ECTS credits).
  • For admission to the 24-month program: proof of successful completion of a 3-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field (180 ECTS credits).

Entrance exam components
  • The admissions jury will review the candidate's application.
  • Critical Thinking: Students will be asked to analyze a news quote of their choice. This analysis of current events will allow the admissions jury to assess writing skills, critical thinking ability, reading comprehension, and familiarity with current issues.
  • Interview: Students will present their analysis to the jury and respond to any questions jury members may have. Part of the interview will be conducted in English to assess the student’s language abilities.
  • ICD Business School Paris and Toulouse Campuses: The critical thinking component of the entrance exam is organized on campus prior to individual interviews.  Interviews are typically scheduled on campus, but arrangements can be made for remote interviews if necessary.

Admission decisions
  • The admissions committee meets after each entrance exam session and admission decisions are sent out to applicants no later than two weeks after the entrance exam.
  • Applicants who have been accepted to the program will then be asked to confirm their acceptance in writing.
  • Applicants who are refused admission may not reapply during the same calendar year.

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International students

Simplified admission procedure handled directly by ICD Business School

  • Admissions committee reviews the student's application and academic record
  • A 30-minute interview with the program director (or his representative). Please note that part of the interview will be conducted in English to assess the applicant's language abilities.

Non-French speaking international students must also provide proof of a B2 level in French, confirmed by an official TCF/DELF test score.

Interviews may be held in person or remotely.

Welcoming top athletes and artists

ICD Business School has designed a special academic support system for high-level student athletes and artists. ICD understands that each case is unique and will take the time to study the individual accommodations requested by each student athlete or artist.

Accommodations generally includes:

  • Spreading classes out over a longer period
  • Providing an academic coach who will monitor the student's progress throughout the program
  • Organizing support from student partners for help with note-taking, assignments, projects, etc.
  • Possible merit-based scholarships

Welcoming students with disabilities

ICD Business School works with Hand'IGS, Groupe IGENSIA Education's disability initiative, to help accommodate students with disabilities. Accommodation needs are studied on a case-by-case basis.

In addition, within the scope of its Erasmus charter, ICD Business School pays particularly close attention to promoting international mobility for students with disabilities.

Tuition fees 2025-2026

Funding your education

 

ICD Business School Paris

ICD Business School Toulouse

Year 1
  • Students from the EU: €10,500.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from the EU: €10,500.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,000.00

Year 2
  • Students from the EU: €10,500.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from the EU: €10,500.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,000.00

Year 3
  • Students from the EU: €10,500.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from the EU: €10,500.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,000.00

Year 4
  • Students from the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,600.00
  • Students from the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,600.00

Year 5
  • Students from the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,600.00
  • Students from the EU: €12,000.00
  • Students from outside the EU: €12,600.00

* Additional tuition fees of €2,000.00 per year will be billed for the French-Chinese program in Years 1 and 2; additional fees of €1,000.00 € will be billed for Year 3

* Additional tuition fees of €2,500.00 will be billed for enrollment in dual degree programs or additional semesters in Year 3

* Additional tuition fees of €3,500.00 will be billed per year for enrollment in dual degree programs or additional semesters in Years 4 and 5

* Additional tuition fees of €7,500.00 will be billed for participation in the SMI program (optional)

Students must sign their enrollment agreement and pay the registration fee of €1,200.00 to complete their enrollment at ICD Business School. Once students have enrolled, they have immediate access to placement services designed to help students find internships or work-study positions.

If a work-study contract is signed by the student before the deadline set by ICD Business School, the registration fee will be refunded. Contact us for more details.

Formal internship agreements are required for all company internships. The tri-party agreement is entered into by the school, the host company, and the student and is drawn up for a period not to exceed six months in total. During the academic year, students are required to complete several weeks of internships in fields related to their educational program.

Work-study programs

Type: French work-study or apprenticeship contracts (contrat de professionnalisation or contrat d'apprentissage)

Students are hired by companies with official status as either employees or student apprentices. As such, they receive compensation equal to 80% of the French minimum wage (on average). Companies send their "employees/apprentices" to attend classes at ICD Business School, as part of the academic program they are enrolled in, according to the one-year schedule set by the school at the beginning of the academic year.

All program costs are covered by the company through its OPCO funding. The student is not responsible for paying any tuition or registration fees.

Other formats

  • Continuing education: for information concerning details and financing options (estimates provided upon request)
  • French VAE (Recognition of Prior Experience) Process: Prices and content of services are available on the website Groupe IGS Formation Continue.

Financing options

Several options are available to help fund your education

  • Scholarships and grants (honorary, academic, athletic, Erasmus+)
  • Banking partnerships
  • Customized financing
  • Paid internships every year, starting in Year 1
  • A set day off every week for student jobs
  • Program costs for work-study students are covered by companies

Learn more about financing options

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"The different periods the program requires us to spend abroad provide us with an opportunity to discover new international markets. From January to May 2018, I chose to participate in the Intercultural Management Semester (SMI). It was a very enriching experience where I gained in-depth exposure to different business models such the American, Chinese, and Vietnamese markets, while at the same time experiencing the cultures of these countries first-hand. In addition, it was also a great way to start building an international professional network early in our careers thanks to the prominent global business leaders we met during the semester."


William
Year 4 student, Grande École Programme

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