International Bachelor Overview of studies
Graduation Requirements
The ISG International Bachelor program has implemented the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) to facilitate mobility and transparency between schools. To successfully complete the ISG International Bachelor Program, all students must earn 180 ECTS credits, the equivalent of three full years of study.
This is broken down as follows:
- 33 modules (165 ECTS credits),
- an internship and report (5 ECTS credits)
- and a senior research project (10 ECTS credits)
With a typical course load of 6 modules (30 ECTS credits) per semester, thus 12 modules (60 ECTS credits) per year, it generally takes three years to complete the program.
Completing the degree may also take longer depending on the student’s ability to pass all the requirements within a three-year period.
| NUMBER | ECTS CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| Modules | 33 | 165 |
| Internship and report | 1 | 5 |
| Senior project | 1 | 10 |
| TOTAL | 180 |
Transfer credits
Students who have completed university-level courses at other accredited schools or universities
may be eligible for transfer credits. The courses in question must be compatible with ISG courses both in terms of content, number of hours and assessment.
Students must provide their transcripts showing they have completed and received grades for the courses; furthermore, course descriptions in English must be provided. Lastly, if asked, it is up to the student to obtain proof of accreditation from their school. Check with the ISG International Bachelor administration to know what acceptable forms of accreditation exist.
Pattern of studies
| YEAR 1 | ECTS CREDITS |
|---|---|
| During their first year, students are expected to study : | |
| SEMESTER 1 | |
| Composition and Rhetoric 1 | 5 |
| Business Statistics | 5 |
| Introduction to Financial Accounting | 5 |
| Microeconomics | 5 |
| Business Communication | 5 |
| Language 1* | 5 |
accumulated credits |
30 |
| SEMESTER 2 | |
| Composition and Rhetoric 2 | 5 |
| Math for Economics | 5 |
| Financial Accounting | 5 |
| Macroeconomics | 5 |
| Principles of Management | 5 |
| Language 2* | 5 |
accumulated credits |
60 |
Optional 3 Months Internship During Summer Time |
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| YEAR 2 | ECTS CREDITS |
|---|---|
| During their second year, students are expected to study : | |
| SEMESTER 3 | |
| Sustainable Development | 5 |
| Geopolitics and Social Relations | 5 |
| Principles of Marketing 1 | 5 |
| Information System Management | 5 |
| Managerial Accounting | 5 |
| Language 3* | 5 |
accumulated credits |
90 |
| SEMESTER 4 | |
| Business Law | 5 |
| Human Resources | 5 |
| Supply Chain Management | 5 |
| Principles of Marketing 2 | 5 |
| Organizational Behavior | 5 |
| Language 4* | 5 |
accumulated credits |
120 |
Optional 3 Months Internship During Summer Time |
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* Languages offered in the Bachelor: Chinese, French or Spanish |
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| YEAR 3 | ECTS CREDITS |
|---|---|
| SEMESTER 5 | |
| Business Ethics | 5 |
| Corporate Finance | 5 |
| Elective’s Project | 5 |
| Major 1 | 5 |
| Major 2 | 5 |
| Internship Report & Presentation * | 5 |
accumulated credits |
150 |
| SEMESTER 6 | |
| Business Policy | 5 |
| Major 3 | 5 |
| Major 4 | 5 |
| Major 5 | 5 |
| Elective’s Project | 5 |
| Research Methodology and Senior Project (Thesis / Business Plan) |
10 |
accumulated credits |
180 |
Optional 6 Months Internship at the end of the program Optional spending semester 5 abroad |
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* This module can be taken only when students have finished their 6 months Internship |
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Total number of credits required for a degree : 180 (33 courses, internship and thesis)
YEAR 3
Students must take a total of nine modules during the year, of which three will be prescribed core modules, five in the chosen major or specialization and one elective (this may be a module from another major or a module open to all majors). In addition to the modules, students must submit a written internship report and do an oral presentation on the experience before a committee. Furthermore, students must follow a special Research Methodology seminar and write a senior thesis. Before graduating, an oral presentation of the thesis must be prepared and defended before a committee consisting of the thesis advisor and one or two other faculty members.
Students should take at least five modules in their chosen major/specialization plus one elective.
Our 4 Majors:
- International Business : Students develop a broad international vision from all aspects of business: marketing, finance, law, management, and accounting. Career opportunities include international business development, import-export, international transport, and international project management.
- Marketing and Sales : One of the most desirable fields in today’s business environment which includes the development of products, understanding the market needs, distribution channels with an emphasis on strategic decisions. Career opportunities include product management, sales and public relations functions.
- Finance and Economics : Students develop both their technical and analytical skills, gaining the ability to adapt to changing international economic conditions. Classic career opportunities are banking, financial markets, auditing, trading, and accounting.
- Entrepreneurship : Students gain understanding and practical know-how applicable to product and project launches, start ups and running family enterprises. Students choosing this major often see themselves as visionaries and highly independent.
LES VIDEOS DE L'ISG |
Alexandra
HAMAN
3rd year student ISG International Bachelor
Watch, learn and apply" Being a Marketing major I asked to do my internship in that sector of the company.Coincidently this was the department that was having the most issues and that required the most work. Additionally, I arrived at the time of a new product launch that required extensive preparation and an excellent opportunity for me to watch, learn and apply. My academic education taught me to use my knowledge and apply my skills whenever necessary. During my internship not only did I perfect my Italian, I improved my Marketing and Communication techniques. I was asked to prepare and present power point presentations, to brainstorm ideas for advertising claims and communication letters to clients. In the end, I was able to help the marketing department think of solutions for their problems. |
Arnaud
BOURGIN
3rd year student ISG International Bachelor
A truly international program I found out about the ISG International Bachelor through friends. I lived in New York for 8 years where I studied in the Anglo-Saxon system. The ISG International Bachelor gave me the chance to continue with this style of education which I find very effective. I especially enjoy the close contact with the teachers which gives a very human dimension to our classes. |
Rafaël
GAYOL
3rd year student ISG International Bachelor
Friendships with people from all over the world The ISG is an excellent business school which allows me to study in English in an international environment. I would like to work in international trade and the ISG International Bachelor builds trully international skills and facilitates a multicultural experience. Furthermore, studying in France is very prestigious in my home country of Mexico to which I will return rich with new friendships with people from all over the world. |
Hadrien
BESSOU
2nd year student ISG International Bachelor
Closely related to the business world I like the practical aspect of the school. I didn’t want to go to a typical French business school, in which you have to spend at least two years preparing exams. In the International Bachelor Program, most of the classes are already closely related to the business world. You have to work on several case studies, very often in groups, which develop great teamwork skills. |
LES VIDEOS DE L'ISG |
Julian R.
STROSK
ISG International Bachelor
A once-in-a-lifetime decision Deciding on where to do an undergraduate degree is a once-in-a-lifetime decision. The time I spent at ISG proved I took the right decision. The material covered in the various courses was interesting, structured and well-presented. ISG students don’t only receive an outstanding level of international business education, but can also excel in a great learning environment. |
