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ICD Business School

ICD Business School

ICD Business School

Introduction

ICD Business School: The Business and Marketing School of the Groupe IGS Since 1980, in Paris and Toulouse, ICD Business School, a dedicated institution within the Groupe IGS focusing on commerce, marketing, development, and banking, offers post-baccalaureate programs combining academic rigor, professionalization, and international dimension. In addition to its renowned and state-recognized Grande É cole Program at the Master's level (Bac+5), conferring the Master's degree, ICD Business School offers a 3-year Bachelor's program, state-recognized at Bac+3 and conferring the Bachelor's degree, in the fields of commercial development, marketing, and events management, as well as “ France Competences” certified programs. ICD Business School is renowned for its expertise in the following areas:

  • Commerce / Retail
  • Marketing
  • Business Development
  • Events Management
  • Banking

With many years of experience in higher education, ICD Business School constantly adapts its programs to offer an exceptional educational experience to its students. Thus, it has integrated a strong international dimension into its programs, allowing its graduates to stand out in the job market.

Quality international certifications and labels

  • EFMD Accredited Programme EFMD has awarded the EFMD Accredited Master label to ICD Business School's Grande É cole Program (PGE), confirming the academic excellence and professionalism of a program among the best in the world
  • Bienvenue en France / Campus France The "Bienvenue en France" Label is awarded to institutions wishing to highlight their welcoming facilities. It is granted for 4 years by Campus France and validated by an independent commission
  • ERASMUS + The Erasmus program facilitates student and teacher exchanges between universities, European business schools, and educational institutions worldwide. This program subsidizes the mobilities of students, teachers, and administrative staff of the School

Who Are We?

The ICD Business School, a leading business school within the IGS Group, has been offering a complete range of programs from Bac to Bac+5, covering the fields of commerce, marketing, business development, event management, and banking for 40 years.

A member of the Congrè's des Grandes Écoles and the Union des Grandes Écoles Indé pendants, the ICD Business School awards diplomas conferring the grade of Master at BAC+5, the grade of License at BAC+3, as well as level 6 and 7 certified titles. In addition, the Grande École Program is an EFMD Accredited Master.

The aim of our institution is to train professionals in three key areas: Internationalization, professionalization, and responsibility, in order to promote new business practices. The school recruits students who want to make a positive impact on society and is committed to making training accessible to as many people as possible by offering work-study programs in all courses, as well as a national and international scholarship program.

Since 1980, in Paris and Toulouse, the ICD Business School, a business, marketing, development, and banking school within the IGS Group, has been offering post-baccalaureate courses combining academic rigor, professionalization, and an international dimension.

In addition to its state-approved Grande École program at Bac+5, conferring the Master's degree, ICD Business School offers a 3-year Bachelor's program, state-approved at Bac+3 and conferring the Bachelor's degree, in the fields of business development, marketing, and events, as well as RNCP-certified programs at levels 6 and 7.

All ICD Business School courses include work experience and international placements.

An International Business School With Recognised Expertise

ICD has established an excellent reputation for its specialized courses in the areas of:

  • Sales
  • Marketing
  • Business Development
  • Event Management

With nearly 40 years of experience as a higher education provider, ICD regularly reviews its courses to offer students a unique learning experience. ICD has integrated a strong international dimension into its programs of study, which enables our graduates to stand out in the employment market.

Our Mission

Our mission is to train future professionals in the art of responsible business development, sales, marketing, and purchasing, offering them the skills and expertise to play an active role in the development of organizations and contribute to a sustainable economy in a digital and international environment. ICD prepares students to work and innovate together differently in a complex and unpredictable world, by promoting social commitment and cultural openness while upholding ethical values and embracing diversity.

Our Vision of Business

ICD is a pioneer and a leading school for responsible business and digital technology. We are conscious of global economic and social changes and are committed to promoting a vision of business that makes a positive impact by addressing major contemporary issues related to data, the environment, innovation, and interculturality in a variety of fields: from start-ups to retail, from distribution to banking.

Our Values

ICD&rsquo's activities and programs are guided by the founding values of IGS Group found in the HEP Charter, namely: Humanism, Entrepreneurship, and Professionalism. These values are reflected in an openness to the world and to others; projects that encourage innovation and collaboration; and teaching that is professionally oriented.

Campus Features

The school has 2 campuses in France: one is located in Paris, the capital city. The other is located in Toulouse in the southwest of France and known as La Ville Rose.

ICD’s challenge has always been to manage to succeed in our overseas projects whilst keeping the human touch that enables our students to benefit from the individualized supervision that is so important in guaranteeing a happy learning experience.

A Campus Located in the Heart of Paris

The Parodi campus exemplifies ICD's objective to offer our French and overseas students a pleasant and stimulating work environment in the center of Paris. Located in a capital city known for its dynamic way of life, students will find unequaled opportunities for multicultural exchanges and innovation. Located in a diverse and cosmopolitan area of Paris, the Parodi campus was renovated in 2018 to offer students a modern and collaborative learning space.

Our business school students benefit from the use of 19 spacious and modern lecture halls, 150 fully-equipped classrooms, and more than 600 open-access computers with Wi-Fi internet connections. The campus also has a research area, an information library, and various spaces specifically designed for group work.

A Campus That Lives to the Rhythm of the ‘Ville Rose’

IGS’ 6,000 m² Campus in Toulouse is the home to 350 ICD Business School students and more than 1,200 students coming from the four corners of the world. Regularly ranked as one of the best cities for students, Toulouse has an established academic reputation as a friendly and lively university town.

Our campus is easily accessible by public transport such as the bus or tramway. Students on the campus benefit from the use of 200 open-access computers and numerous lecture halls that are both spacious and well-equipped. The site also offers modern fully-equipped classrooms, a research area, an information library, and a relaxation area

    Admissions

    For all admissions from Year 1 to Year 3, registration is done directly with the ICD Business School. All you need to do is return your application to ICD containing:

    • Year 1 dossier: 1st and Terminal report cards and cover letter
    • 2nd-year portfolio: 1st-year report cards, CV, and cover letter
    • 3rd-year folder: 1st-year report cards, CV, and cover letter

    Application Procedures

    Students nominated by Home University to join ICD Business School for the Exchange Programme and have been accepted should submit the following documents through email to Ms. Maddalena and Mr. Gary.

    • Completed Application
    • Form Certified copies of all university transcripts for all university-level studies that have been completed (translated if not in English or French)
    • Passport
    • Copy CV in English
    • Personal Statement
    • English Language Test Result :
      • For Postgraduate :
        • English: TOEFL 530 or equivalent
        • Grade Point Average: 10 out of 20
      • For Undergraduate :
        • English: TOEFL 500 or equivalent
        • Grade Point Average: 10 out of 20

    Scholarships and Funding

    Why study at ICD Business School

    ICD is a leading Grande Ecole business school, established more than 40 years ago and recognized for the quality of its courses and its innovative pedagogical approach. The school is constantly looking to reinvent its programs in order to meet the requirements of the employment market. ICD has developed solid international partnerships and its courses have a strong international dimension, enabling its graduates to become professionals equipped with a wide range of skills for success in multicultural business environments.

    Choose ICD for Your Future Success

    Thanks to our partnerships and training expertise developed over a number of years, we offer our students:

    • A range of recognized courses
    • Expertise in sales, marketing, and business development
    • International study options and dual degree tracks
    • Development of their potential for immediate employability and future career success.

    Locations

    • Toulouse

      186, route de Grenade - 31700 Blagnac, 31700, Toulouse

      • 12

        Rue Alexandre Parodi, 12, 75010, 12

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