What to do after an International Business BTS?

This recognised 2-year higher education diploma enables you to continue your higher education studies or enter the world of work directly. Thanks to the professionally-oriented training and work placements you complete during your course, you already have significant experience and the skills that companies are looking for.

What further study is possible after an International Business BTS?

The International Business BTS is an excellent springboard for accessing higher-level training.

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Joining a business school

Joining a business school is a preferred option for graduates of the BTS Commerce International. You can enter a Bachelor's degree or the Grande École programme via parallel admissions. This route enables you to obtain a degree at bac+3 to bac+5 level, which is highly valued on the job market.

Business schools generally offer a work-study course, so you can finance your studies while gaining significant professional experience. What's more, they often offer specialisations in international business, marketing or negotiation, perfectly suited to your profile.

Continuing on to a bachelor's or professional degree

University is another interesting option. You can go straight into a third year of a general degree in economics and management or a professional degree specialising in international trade. The professional degree, in particular, allows you to specialise in a specific field such as export, international logistics or digital marketing.

These one-year courses are accessible on the basis of a portfolio and a motivation interview. The advantage of these courses is that they enable you to develop your professional skills and make it easier for you to enter the world of work.

What career opportunities are there after an International Business BTS?

If you want to go straight into working life after your BTS, there are a number of careers open to you:

• Export or import-export assistant
• International commercial ;
• Purchasing assistant
• International account manager;
• International marketing assistant.

With experience, you can progress to positions of greater responsibility, such as export area manager, international sales manager or international business manager.

Companies in all sectors with international operations are looking for profiles like yours. Whether in industry, services, distribution or luxury goods, your foreign language skills and know-how in international trade techniques are highly valued.

How can I enhance my international experience after a BTS in International Business?

International business requires a good knowledge of foreign markets and a broad cultural awareness. There are several options available to you to develop this dimension.

Studying abroad

Studying at a partner university abroad will help you improve your language skills and gain valuable intercultural experience. Many business schools, such as IPAG Business School, offer exchange programmes or double degrees with foreign universities.

Doing an internship abroad

An internship with a company abroad is an excellent way of familiarising yourself with international business practices. This experience will add considerable value to your CV and enable you to develop your professional network across borders.

For BTS International Commerce graduates wishing to continue their academic career while specialising in international management, IPAG Business School offers several courses to suit your profile:

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  The Bachelor Business Administration, taught entirely in English, offers a 3-year degree with a strong international dimension. This programme enables students to obtain a double degree thanks to partnerships with prestigious universities such as Nottingham Business School, Bournemouth University, Griffith College and the University of Wollongong in Dubai;

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• The Bachelor in Management - grade de Licence offers a range of specialisations, including International Business, taught 100% in English. This state-approved course gives you solid skills in management and international business;

Apply to our Bachelor in Management

• For those aiming for excellence, the EFMD-accredited Grande École Master's Programme offers a 5-year degree with specialisations such as International Management or Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, perfectly suited to graduates of the BTS Commerce International.

Apply to our Grande Ecole Programme