International Bachelor Degree in Economics (IBDE) / 2 ans

2 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Universite Grenoble Alpes UGA

Program Overview

The International Bachelor Degree in Economics (IBDE) / 2 years at Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) is a fully English-taught, distance-learning program that awards the official French and European Licence in Economics and Management, designed specifically for international students seeking to build a strong CV with prior learning recognition. It's perfect for motivated students from non-European universities who want flexible, high-quality economics training to prepare for global master's programs or careers, without needing prior economics experience.

Curriculum structure

Year 2 (L2): In your second year, you'll dive into core economic principles through flexible online modules, building a solid foundation with courses like International Economics 1, Industrial Economics 1, and Innovation Economics. These units explore global trade dynamics, industry competition, and how innovation drives economic change, all delivered via Moodle with e-books, exercises, video capsules, and live videoconference sessions for real interaction. You'll gain practical skills in analyzing markets and policies, setting you up for advanced study while balancing your schedule.

Year 3 (L3): The final year ramps up with specialized topics like Industrial Economics 2, Growth and Cycles, and Economic Analysis 2, focusing on real-world applications such as business cycles, industrial strategies, and advanced modeling. Supported by regular assignments and group work, these courses sharpen your ability to tackle complex economic issues, culminating in the full Licence degree. It's structured to feel engaging and achievable remotely, with opportunities for Erasmus+ exchanges to boost your international profile.

Focus areas: International trade, industrial organization, innovation, economic growth, business cycles, and applied economic analysis—all tailored for global markets.

Learning outcomes: You'll master multidisciplinary skills in economics, management, stats, and policy analysis; earn 120 ECTS credits (L2+L3); and qualify for master's programs, business schools, or professional tracks like teaching or social sciences.

Professional alignment (accreditation): This is the official UGA Licence Economie et Gestion (Bac+3, 180 ECTS total program), fully recognized across France and Europe, with pathways to UGA masters, Grenoble Ecole de Management doubles, or licences professionnelles—no shortcuts, just validated prior learning for efficiency.

Reputation (employability rankings): UGA's Faculté d'Economie de Grenoble offers a top-tier economics curriculum enriched by 75 researcher-teachers and leading labs, preparing graduates for high-demand roles; official stats highlight strong transitions to masters and pro tracks via annual career forums.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the International Bachelor Degree in Economics (IBDE) at Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA), you'll dive into practical skills through hands-on courses like International economics, Quantitative techniques and graphical representations, and Sales Talk 1, building real-world expertise in global trade, data analysis, and communication right from year one of this 2-year program. You'll work with tools tailored to economics and business, including digital communication principles and numerical resources, preparing you to analyze markets, craft marketing strategies like Marketing Mix and Etudes marketing, and even pilot commercial dashboards with Tableau de bord commercial. This experiential approach connects theory to practice, and here are the key program-specific opportunities and facilities:

- Group projects and collaborative work: Engage in International trade block 1 and sales-focused modules like Pilotage commercial d’une organisation, fostering teamwork on real economic scenarios and client relation strategies.
- Digital tools and software: Access Ressources et culture numérique for economics-specific data handling, plus Principes de la communication digitale to master tools for digital marketing and analysis in international contexts.
- Professional activities: Participate in Activité professionnelle units (adapted from related UGA economics tracks), linking coursework to industry through simulated business environments and project validations.
- Research and analysis labs: Use UGA's economics-designated spaces for Quantitative techniques and data modules, including graphical tools for economic modeling and statistical processing.
- Libraries and institutes: Tap into UGA's specialized economics library resources via the Catalogue des formations, supporting modules like Psychologie sociale du travail and international blocks.
- Certification and skill-building: Earn credentials like Certification des Compétences en langues (CLES) or Diplôme de compétence en langue (DCL), integrated for global economics careers.

These elements make IBDE a standout choice—apply now to gain that edge!

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from the IBDE Licence in Economics gain strong analytical, economic, and management skills, preparing them for roles such as economist, financial analyst, business or management associate, and policy or economic research assistant in both public and private sectors. This degree also positions you well for top Master’s programmes in France and internationally, including specialisations in economics, management, and data-driven pathways.

Future Opportunities include:

UGA Career Support Services: The university’s Career Center provides tailored support including job and internship opportunities, alumni networking, workshops on CV writing, interview preparation, and career fairs.
Dedicated Orientation & Employment Assistance: Professional advisors help students design a career plan, find internships or work-study options, and navigate early career decisions.
Professional Skills Built-In: The program includes opportunities for internships and project work, helping you gain practical experience that employers value.
Breadth of Employer Roles: Graduates work in sectors such as banking and insurance, public administration, economic research, enterprise finance, HR and management support, international development, and project coordination.
Increasing Global Recognition: The Licence in Economics and Management from UGA is a recognised European Bac +3 qualification, providing a strong foundation for competitive Master’s degrees and research roles.

Long-term Value: The combination of a European-recognised Bachelor’s degree and UGA’s career support enhances your employability and credibility with employers and postgraduate programmes, especially when followed by Master’s studies or professional experience.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the IBDE Licence, you can continue at UGA with a range of Master’s programmes in Economics and Management, including Economics of Organisations, Business and Data Analytics, Economics of Development, and Environmental and Energy Economics. These pathways open doors to specialised professional tracks or research careers. Graduates can also apply to Master’s programmes across France and internationally, often with advanced entry based on earned credits.