ICN Business School

Introduction

ICN Business School is a French Grande École of business & management, founded in 1905. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programmes, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinarity—blending management, art, and technology (the “#ATM” pedagogy). The school operates across multiple campuses (France and Germany) and maintains a strong international presence.

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Key Statistics

• Founded: 1905
• Type: Private business school (Grande École), associated with the University of Lorraine
• Campuses: Paris (La Défense), Nancy (France), Berlin (Germany)
• Student population: ~3,000–3,300, with ~38% international students
• Faculty: ~70+ permanent professors, plus affiliated and visiting professors; strong international backgrounds
• Alumni network: ~17,000+ graduates
• Partner universities: ~120+ globally

Accreditations & Quality Assurance

• Triple Accreditation: AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS — among the top 1% of business schools worldwide with this status
• Certified by national French bodies, including Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE)
• Quality certifications for continuing education and apprenticeship training, e.g. Qualiopi

Academic Programmes

Undergraduate Level

• Bachelor in Management (Grande École Programme)
• International BBA
• Graduate Level (Master’s / MSc)

Master in Management (Grande École Degree, Bac+5)

• Multiple MSc programmes in specialisations such as Finance & Audit, Marketing & Business Development, Luxury & Design Management, Digital Marketing & Influence Strategies, Performance & Commercial Relations, etc.
• English-track & bilingual options available in many MScs

Doctoral / Postgraduate

• PhD in Management
• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Duration, Credits & Tuition (approx.)

• Bachelor programmes: 3 years (≈ 180 ECTS)
• Master’s / MSc programmes: typically an additional 2 years (≈ 120 ECTS)
• Many programmes delivering part in English or bilingual (French/English)
• Tuition depends on programme, campus, and track; graduate programmes tend to cost more

International Outlook & Student Support

• Campuses in three countries offering a blend of cultural and academic environments
• Large number of international partner universities; opportunities for exchange programmes and double degrees
• Significant percentage of professors with international backgrounds (~50%)
• Support services for international students: help with administrative formalities, housing, orientation

Campus & Facilities

• Paris (La Défense): located in a major business district, offering proximity to corporate offices and economic hubs
• Nancy: part of the Grand Est region, offering cross-border/international exposure (near Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg)
• Berlin: established to give students exposure to a major European capital and its business environment
• Modern classrooms, digital infrastructure, collaborative learning spaces, research facilities

Why Choose ICN Business School?

• Strong reputation (triple crown accreditation) ensuring high academic standards and international recognition
• Unique pedagogy mixing art, management, technology for creative and innovative learning
• Good international exposure, with many international students and global partnerships
• Diverse programme offerings and flexibility (language options, specialisations)
• Strategic locations in France & Germany that give students access to different business environments

To learn more about ICN Business School, book a free consultation with LCI Group today!