Study BTS Commerce International for Global Business Skills - EMA
Intake
Intake :

September

Pre-Requisites
Pre-requisites :

Holder of a Baccalaureate from any stream (general, technical or professional)

Duration
Duration :

2 years

Credits
Credits :

120

Tuition Fees
Tuition fees :

€ 6,500

Programme overview

With its strong focus on hands-on learning and real-world business situations, our 2-year BTS Commerce International (CI) programme will have a direct impact on your career from day one. EMA will help you grow a skill set that truly differentiate yourself in the global marketplace.

Programme delivered: French

Start your application

Registration at least 7 days before the start of the programme

Why choose this programme?

  • The BTS CI will help you develop practical skills, an international mindset and the professional agility needed to stand out and succeed in today’s global marketplace.
  • You want to pursue or redirect your career towards international B2B sales.
  • You are seeking a dynamic, professionally focused programme with direct client interaction.

French language requirements

Test Overall Requirement
DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) B2 Intermediate
DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) B2 Intermediate
TCF-DAP B2 Intermediate

French language requirements

Test

DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française)

B2 Intermediate

DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française)

B2 Intermediate

TCF-DAP

B2 Intermediate

Learning objectives

Year 1

RNCP41759 BC01 – Develop business relationships in an intercultural environment

  • Exploit customer/supplier data
  • Manage international business relationships
  • Communicate in French and English in intercultural contexts
  • Oversee coordination between departments
  • Lead and develop a professional network
  • Exploit customer/supplier data
  • Manage international business relationships
  • Communicate in French and English in intercultural contexts
  • Oversee coordination between departments
  • Lead and develop a professional network

RNCP41759 BC02 – Implement international operations

  • Organise, monitor and follow up on the execution of an international contract
  • Assess the consequences of decisions made
  • Measure risks, manage risk coverage, claims and disputes
  • Monitor and track processes and the documentation chain
  • Evaluate service performance and supplier offers
  • Put forward improvements for operations management
  • Design and analyse dashboards for monitoring operations management

RNCP41759 BC03 – Contribute to international business development

  • Conduct monitoring of the company’s global environment
  • Analyse and summarise information on a target market
  • Identify and define deployment strategies for a target market
  • Contribute to adaptation strategies related to the company’s international development
  • Participate in commercial prospecting
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Year 2

RNCP41759 BC01 – Develop commercial relationships in an intercultural context

  • Analyse and leverage customer and supplier data
  • Manage international commercial relationships
  • Communicate effectively in French and English within intercultural contexts
  • Ensure coordination across services and departments
  • Facilitate and manage a professional network
  • Analyse and leverage customer and supplier data
  • Manage international commercial relationships
  • Communicate effectively in French and English within intercultural contexts
  • Ensure coordination across services and departments
  • Facilitate and manage a professional network

RNCP41759 – BC02 – Implementing International Operations

  • Organise, monitor, and oversee the execution of an international contract
  • Assess the implications and outcomes of strategic and operational choices
  • Identify and assess risks; manage risk coverage, claims, and disputes
  • Monitor and regulate operational processes and their associated documentation flows
  • Evaluate service provision and supplier offers
  • Contribute to the optimisation of international operations management
  • Design and analyse performance dashboards for monitoring operational management

RNCP41759 – BC03 – Contributing to International Business Development

  • Conduct strategic monitoring of the company’s global business environment
  • Analyse and synthesise information relating to a target market
  • Identify and assess potential market entry and deployment strategies for a target market
  • Contribute to organisational adaptation processes linked to the company’s international development
  • Participate in international business prospecting activities
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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 16 countries around the world

Programmes concieved in both French and English, enabling international exchanges

A personalised support

A human-scale management school with a student well-being dedicated team

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 

A training to face the contemporary challenges of the world of work through a sustainable / eco responsible  approach

Delivery methods

The BTS Commerce International (CI) prepares you to become an operational professional, capable of combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills from the very start of your career.

Throughout your program, you play an active role in your learning. You immediately apply what you study through real-life case studies, professional simulations, practical exercises, and regular assessments. This approach helps you develop professional reflexes and strengthens your ability to effectively use your skills in a business environment.

Your training is structured around:

  • In-person classes that are interactive and career-focused
  • Work placements totaling 14 weeks, including 4 weeks abroad
  • Real-world simulations to train in conditions close to professional reality
  • Practical assessments to track your progress and highlight your achievements
  • Personalised support to guide you and help you improve throughout your journey, including during your internships

With the BTS CI, you develop directly applicable skills and actively prepare for successful integration into a demanding international professional environment.

Assessment methods

Throughout your training, you are assessed progressively to highlight your skills and development.

  • National final exams to validate your knowledge
  • Regular assessments to monitor your progress
  • Real-life simulations to test your skills in practical situations
  • Assessed internships, including professional reports and oral presentations

You are evaluated on your knowledge, your ability to apply it, and your professional attitude

Learning outcomes

At the end of the program, you will be able to:

  • Use and analyse customer and supplier data
  • Manage international business relationships
  • Communicate effectively in both French and English in intercultural contexts
  • Coordinate services and lead a professional network
Read more...

Delivery methods

The BTS Commerce International (CI) prepares you to become an operational professional, capable of combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills from the very start of your career.

Throughout your program, you play an active role in your learning. You immediately apply what you study through real-life case studies, professional simulations, practical exercises, and regular assessments. This approach helps you develop professional reflexes and strengthens your ability to effectively use your skills in a business environment.

Read more...

Assessment methods

Throughout your training, you are assessed progressively to highlight your skills and development.

  • National final exams to validate your knowledge
  • Regular assessments to monitor your progress
  • Real-life simulations to test your skills in practical situations
Read more...

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

   
Certification Authority MINISTERE DE L'ENSEIGNEMENT SUPERIEUR ET DE LA RECHERCHE
Certification pass rates New programmes
The possibility of validating one or more skill blocks https://www.francecompetences.fr/recherche/rncp/41759/
Equivalences https://www.francecompetences.fr/recherche/rncp/41759/
Bridging pathways https://www.francecompetences.fr/recherche/rncp/41759/
Learning Pathways Upon obtaining your BTS, you will be able to continue your studies in a Bachelor's degree or a university Licence with a focus on business and international studies.
Career opportunities Upon obtaining your BTS, you will be able to work in industrial, commercial, or service companies, mainly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). These companies serve both individual customers and business clients.
Date of publication of the record 17/12/2025
Start date of the certification pathways 01/09/2026
Registration expiry date 31/08/2026
Final date for awarding the certification 31/08/2034
 

Certification Authority

MINISTERE DE L'ENSEIGNEMENT SUPERIEUR ET DE LA RECHERCH

Certification pass rates

Next certification session - summer 2028

The possibility of validating one or more skill blocks

Work placements totaling 14 weeks, including 4 weeks abroad

Equivalences

Real-world simulations to train in conditions close to professional reality

Bridging pathways

Practical assessments to track your progress and highlight your achievements

Learning Pathways

Personalised support to guide you and help you improve throughout your journey

Career opportunities

Develop applicable skills and prepare for professional integration

Date of publication of the record

17/12/2025

Start date of the certification pathways

9/1/2026

Registration expiry date

31/08/2026

Final date for awarding the certification

31/08/2034

New programmes

Success rates, recommendation rates, and the number of participants trained will be communicated in January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about the BTS Commerce International

Students may take a third modern language (LV3) in the BTS programme. Arabic and Mandarin are offered as optional courses. A minimum A2 level is required, as the 120 hours of instruction over two years demand a solid foundation for effective progress.

The BTS is a State recognised qualification. It is a national diploma at the Bac+2 level, registered in the National Register of Professional Certifications (RNCP), which ensures its academic and professional value throughout the country.

Internships are mandatory in the BTS programme. The curriculum includes a total of 14 weeks of placement: 10 weeks in France and 4 weeks abroad, allowing students to develop practical skills and gain international exposure.

An intermediate level of French (generally equivalent to B2) is required in order to follow the courses and participate actively in the projects.

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