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Duration:

3 years

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Language of instruction:

English

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Intakes:

September or February

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Pre-requisites:

High school diploma or equivalent
English level B2

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Credits (reference):

180
ECTS equivalent

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Tuition fees:

€ 9,000 / year
Scholarships available

Programme overview

Delivered in English on our Paris campus, the Bachelor Applied Management and Economics is a three-year programme that prepares students for management roles in an international environment.

Structured around management, economics and business strategy, it embeds sustainability as a cross-cutting lens. Each year consolidates a demanding academic foundation and tests it against real-world practice, through business cases, concrete projects and mandatory internships.

Delivered in partnership with the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne for French as a foreign language classes, and validated by 180 ECTS credits, this Bachelor is designed for students who wish to build, from the moment they earn their secondary-school diploma, a management career open to the world.

All information relating to the programmes is available on the website.

One Bachelor, many paths

Everyone comes with a different reason. Here is what the Bachelor offers, whatever yours is.

Start your university studies in Paris

You have just finished secondary school and want to study abroad from day one. Classes taught in English, small class sizes, a dedicated team, and French lessons with the Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne to help you find your feet.


What's next: a solid grounding in management and languages, to study or work in France or abroad.

Build an international career

You picture your future in an international company, working across borders and cultures. With a programme taught in English, compulsory internships in France or abroad, and a network of schools and companies in 16 countries, you gain the tools and experience to thrive in an international environment.

What's next: a first role in management, marketing, human resources or business development, in France or abroad.

Launch your own venture

Got an idea, or hoping to start your own business one day? From accounting to strategy, then entrepreneurship in your third year: you learn how a company works from the inside.

What's next: your own venture, or a role in a start-up or an SME.

Change direction

A first year that didn't work out for you? Small class sizes, close support and hands-on learning to help you find your rhythm again.

What's next: it's up to you, whether that's a job or further study.

Why Choose EMA ?

Discover what makes us the perfect choice for your academic journey

An international vision

An institution integrated into a network of schools and companies established in 10 countries around the world.

Programmes conceived in both French and English, enabling international exchanges.

A Personalised Support

A human-scale management school with a team dedicated to the well-being of our students.

Classes limited to 20 students to foster skills development and interaction.

A privileged place for languages

Programmes that lead to professional mastery of the chosen language.

Partnerships with expert schools in the field.

An ally for your employment

A commitment from our teams and our learners to collaborative work for internships, student jobs and graduate jobs.

Training to face the contemporary challenges of the world of work through a sustainable / eco responsible approach.

What our students say about EMA

“From the very beginning, the support I received — especially from the visa team — made a huge difference.

Moving to a new country and going through the visa process can be quite stressful, but the way you guided me step by step, always being available and clear on what was needed, made everything feel much more manageable. It honestly gave me a lot of peace of mind during that transition.

I also want to highlight how supportive and approachable the administrative team has been throughout. Whether it was paperwork, questions, or general guidance, I always felt there was someone ready to help.

And of course, the professors bring great value to the experience. Their knowledge, combined with real industry insight, makes the learning much more meaningful and relatable.”

R Ramy
MBA Sustainable Leadership student

8 weeks in industry, in France or abroad

Managing a time difference with head office, adapting to cultural codes nobody taught you, solving a problem when you can't walk over to the next desk: this is where cross-cultural skill stops being a classroom idea.

Year 1 - 4 weeks

In France or abroad, to see the operational chain from the inside.

Year 2 - 4 weeks

In France or abroad, to deepen your professional experience.

Where you can go

EMA belongs to a network of schools and companies established in ten countries, across four continents.

  • Spain
  • United Kingdom
  • Ireland
  • Germany
  • Malta
  • United States
  • India
  • Australia
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Saudi Arabia

You won't be finding it alone

A dedicated module

Placement preparation and supervision — 2 hours a week, in both years.

The careers service

One-to-one support throughout your studies.

The Career OS platform

Access to vacancies and job-search tools.

Exclusive events

Reserved for EMA students, run by the school and by Career OS.

Need help funding your studies ?

EMA enables Year 1 Bachelor applicants to apply for a scholarship reducing Year 1 tuition fees by 20%, based on an exceptional achievement or commitment beyond academic performance.

What types of achievements are eligible?

  • Arts and creative practice
  • Sport and athletic achievement
  • Charity, civic or community engagement
  • Environmental or social impact initiatives
  • Student leadership or association work
  • Entrepreneurship or project leadership
  • Any other exceptional non-academic achievement

How to apply :

  • Be admitted to Year 1 of an EMA undergraduate programme
  • Write a 200-word statement presenting the activity, the level of achievement or commitment, and its impact
  • Submit supporting evidence (portfolio, certificate, ranking, press article, recommendation letter...)

What we assess :

  • Level and consistency of the achievement or commitment, supported by credible evidence
  • Impact generated beyond the applicant
  • Alignment with EMA values

The scholarship applies to Year 1 only and is not renewable in Year 2. The 30% deposit required for the Letter of Acceptance remains payable in full and is not reduced by the scholarship. The scholarship is selective, limited to 20 places per year and is subject to final approval. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a scholarship will be awarded.

English language requirements

Test Overall Score Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 6.0
Duolingo 105 95 95 95 95
PTE (B2 Level) 52 43 48 51 42
TOEFL 60 17 18 17 20

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the Bachelor Applied Management and Economics

The Bachelor in Applied Management and Economics is a 3-year full-time programme, delivered in both English and French on our Paris campus.

Yes. The Bachelor in Applied Management and Economics is open to both domestic and international students.

An intermediate to advanced level of English (equivalent to B2) is required. An intermediate level of French (equivalent to B1) is also required.

Yes. The programme includes 8 weeks of internships in total - 4 weeks in the first year and 4 weeks in the second year - allowing students to gain hands-on professional experience directly related to their field of study.

Yes. A dedicated team supports international students with their administrative procedures for obtaining a visa.

There are no application fees. Tuition fees can be paid in two instalments. The school does not provide accommodation services, but offers practical advice to support students in their search. For full tuition details, please refer to the programme page on our website.

EMA supports diversity and inclusion

The École de Management Appliqué is committed to the success of all its students and actively participates in the inclusion of students with disabilities. Adapted services are offered to ensure that our students are well received throughout their studies.  

For any question contact us at accessibility@ema.education