Bachelor in Managerial Economics for International Markets

1 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Universite Grenoble Alpes UGA

Program Overview

The Managerial Economics for International Markets program at Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) is a dynamic one-year third-year Licence (L3) track in the Licence Economie et Gestion, fully taught in English to build your expertise in economics and management for global careers. It's perfect for bilingual French or international students passionate about understanding markets, business decisions, and intercultural dynamics, with a strong emphasis on mobility, diverse classmates, and hands-on projects that make learning exciting and relevant.

Curriculum structure
Third Year (L3) Focus:
In this intensive year, you'll dive into the essentials of economics and management through a global lens, starting with core insights into market operations, entrepreneurial decisions, strategic interdependencies, environmental issues, and innovation. Key units like European markets integration, Microeconomics of competitiveness, and International business and purchasing equip you to analyze how firms thrive in competitive international settings, blending theory with practical team projects and intercultural workshops. You'll also strengthen your ability to work on tutored missions, fostering skills in cross-country economic systems and real-world application during mobility experiences.

Focus areas
International economics, managerial strategies, intercultural competence, global markets, business ethics, and sustainable innovation.

Learning outcomes
Gain a cross-cultural view of economic and managerial systems; master intercultural exchanges in international business; excel in team-based projects and decision-making under pressure.

Professional alignment (accreditation)
Offered by UGA's renowned Faculté d'Economie de Grenoble (FEG) and IUT2, this program aligns with European standards for economics and management training, preparing you seamlessly for Master's programs or international roles with its emphasis on initial training and global mobility.

Reputation (employability rankings)
UGA's economics and management programs, including international tracks like this, benefit from the university's strong standing in business education, with related Bachelor programs earning EFMD accreditation—a mark of excellence from the European Foundation for Management Development, signaling high employability in global firms.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

In the Managerial Economics for International Markets program at Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA), you'll dive straight into hands-on learning that builds real-world skills in economics and management, tailored for global markets. Right from the start, the curriculum emphasizes working in team projects through tutored missions and projects, helping you tackle entrepreneurial decisions, market strategies, and intercultural challenges in practical settings. You'll strengthen these skills via workshops and projects that simulate international business scenarios, all taught entirely in English with a diverse, international student body to boost your global perspective.

This approach comes alive through specific program elements like these:
- Team projects and tutored missions: Core to the program, where you collaborate on real-world tasks like analyzing market interdependencies, strategic decisions, and innovation—designed to mirror professional teamwork in international firms.
- Workshops and project-based learning: Hands-on ateliers to apply concepts from courses like Microeconomics of Competitiveness, International Business and Purchasing, and European Markets Integration, fostering skills in global strategy and intercultural exchanges.
- International mobility and diversity: Built-in opportunities for exchange programs abroad in your third year, plus a multicultural classroom environment that hones your ability to navigate cross-cultural business dynamics.
- Strong business ties and practical exposure: Student-centered pedagogy with small classes, individual guidance, and connections to companies, preparing you for roles in international markets through creativity-based and managerial innovation projects.

As part of UGA's Faculty of Economics of Grenoble (FEG) and IUT2, you'll have access to top-notch facilities

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from this one‑year top‑up course gain strong skills in economics and management with an international perspective, preparing them for roles such as business analyst, market research associate, international trade specialist, and economic consultant. Because the program is fully taught in English and focuses on international markets and innovation, it opens doors to professional employment in global business environments as well as continued academic advancement.

Future Opportunities include:

Career and professional support: UGA’s Career Center and Orientation & Professional Integration services provide personalised guidance, helping students find internships, prepare CVs, practice interviews, and plan their careers effectively.
Practical experience: The Faculty of Economics offers platforms and seminars connecting students with internships and professional networks, giving real-world exposure while studying.
International and intercultural skills: Studying in an international environment strengthens your global and intercultural competencies, highly valued by employers in multinational firms.
University–industry engagement: UGA has partnerships with businesses and international institutions, offering exposure to real-world economic contexts and networking opportunities.
Long-term recognition: The degree is accredited under the UGA Licence Économie et Gestion framework, ensuring recognition in both professional and academic settings across Europe and beyond.
Graduate outcomes: Graduates are equipped for roles in economic analysis, management support, international commerce, and strategic development.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this third‑year Licence, students can continue to Master’s programmes in Economics or Management at UGA or other universities in France and abroad. The degree prepares you for specialised postgraduate training in areas such as international business, economic policy, innovation management, or strategic marketing, and is recognised for entry into competitive Master’s tracks across Europe.