Bachelors in Licence Business Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Jean Moulin University Lyon III

Program Overview

The Bachelor in Business Management at iaelyon School of Management, Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3, is a dynamic 3-year program launched in 2022, perfect for ambitious students straight out of high school who want a strong foundation in global business with a heavy focus on English and international exposure. You'll build essential skills through a challenging curriculum, hands-on internships, business games, and connections with pros, setting you up for top master's programs in management or international trade—all at public tuition rates with access to 120 partner universities.


Curriculum Structure
Year 1
dives into the fundamentals to give you a solid base in how businesses operate worldwide. You'll explore Principles of Management, General Accounting (in French), and Applied Mathematics & Optimization (in French) as majors, alongside Macroeconomics and Consumer Behavior, while minors like Introduction to Law (in French) and Business English 1 sharpen your language and legal basics—plus digital tools to get you career-ready early. It's about blending theory with real-world practice right from the start, with 19 lessons including 11 in English.

Year 2 ramps up with practical tools for marketing, finance, and people management, preparing you for the workforce through a compulsory 2-4 month internship. Key majors include Principles of Marketing, Financial Analysis (in French), and Introduction to Human Resource Management, paired with Data Analysis (in French) and Information Systems Management 1, while minors cover Labor Law (in French) and Business English Communication Skills—all in 21 lessons with strong English emphasis. You'll tackle strategy and tech, making complex ideas feel approachable and exciting.

Year 3 (100% in English) is your launchpad to global careers, with options for exchange at a partner university and a mandatory 3-6 month internship abroad. Majors like International HRM and Cross-cultural Management, Digital Marketing, and Entrepreneurship and Innovation stand out, alongside Banking & Financial Markets and Audit, with minors in Social Responsibility and Business Ethics and languages—capped by guest lectures and a business pitch. It's designed to transform you into a confident, interculturally savvy leader.


Focus areas: International business, digital transformation, marketing strategy, finance, HRM, entrepreneurship, and supply chain basics—with heavy English practice and second languages (German, Spanish, Italian).

Learning outcomes: Master company functions and stakeholder relations; apply core management concepts; analyze data, craft strategies, and thrive in global teams—proven through internships and pro interactions.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Nationally accredited diploma, ensuring recognition for master's entry or jobs; supported by iaelyon's Career Center for internships and events.

Reputation (employability rankings): iaelyon, part of Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3, boasts a strong network and first-time QS ranking in Business & Management Studies; grads land roles feeding into executive tracks with high employability via practical training and global exchanges.

 

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At iaelyon School of Management, part of Jean Moulin University Lyon 3, the Bachelor in Business Management immerses you in hands-on learning from day one, building real-world skills through interactive lessons, group collaboration, and mandatory internships that connect classroom theory to professional practice. You'll dive into practical tools like data analysis with Excel and digital office software, while tackling group projects that sharpen your teamwork and business pitching abilities—all on the vibrant Campus Manufacture des Tabacs in Lyon. This setup ensures you're not just studying business; you're living it, with compulsory internships abroad in your final year to boost your global edge.

Here's how experiential learning comes alive in the program: from group projects and data tools to international placements that launch your career:

- Compulsory internships: 2-4 months in Year 2 and 3-6 months abroad in Year 3 (with a required report), giving you direct industry exposure and professional networks.
- Group projects: Featured in Year 2, including business plan development and pitches to simulate real entrepreneurial challenges.
- Digital tools and software: Hands-on with Excel for data analysis, office software for digital culture, and information systems management to handle business processes.
- International seminar: In Year 3, for cross-cultural insights and global business strategies.

 

Progression & Future Opportunities

At iaelyon School of Management, part of Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3, the Bachelor in Business Management program dives right into hands-on learning from year one, building real-world skills through interactive lessons, group work, and professional exposure. You'll tackle practical tools like Excel for data analysis and office software, while courses emphasize business plans, pitches, and digital business processes to prepare you for the job market. With a strong international focus—including up to 100% English in year 3 and language options in German, Spanish, or Italian—you'll gain confidence in global business scenarios right on the vibrant Campus Manufacture des Tabacs in Lyon.

This experiential approach shines through specific program features designed to get you applying concepts immediately::

- Compulsory internships: 2-4 months in year 2 (local or international) and 3-6 months abroad in year 3, complete with a required report to reflect on your experience and boost your resume.
- Group projects: Featured in year 2 minors, focusing on collaborative business challenges to hone teamwork and communication skills in a multicultural setting.
- Digital tools and software: Hands-on with Excel for data analysis, office software in digital culture courses, and exploration of business process digitalization in later years.
- Business plan and pitch projects: Year 2 core modules where you develop and present real entrepreneurial ideas, simulating startup environments.
- International seminar and guest lectures: Year 3 opportunities for cross-cultural insights, continuous improvement principles, and talks from industry pros.
- Access to iaelyon facilities: Study and collaborate at the Campus Manufacture des Tabacs (1C avenue des Frères Lumière), with support from the Magellan iaelyon Research Center for advanced organizational research exposure.

 

Program Key Stats

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Career Options

  • Business Analyst
  • Marketing Executive
  • Sales Manager
  • HR Executive
  • Operations Manager
  • Project Coordinator
  • Financial Analyst
  • International Business Executive
  • Management Consultant
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Account Manager
  • Entrepreneur
  • Business Development Executive
  • Retail Manager
  • Customer Relationship Manager

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