ESCE Accreditations, Labels and Partners

ESCE’s Excellence and International Influence

Founded in 1968, ESCE (École Supérieure de Commerce Extérieur) has established itself as a benchmark in the field of international business. Backed by its recognized expertise and commitment to academic excellence, the school trains professionals ready to meet the challenges of an international business environment.

This page highlights the accreditations, labels of excellence and strategic partnerships that testify to the quality and international scope of ESCE’s programs.

Accreditations and Labels of Excellence

International Accreditations

• EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development): ESCE is proud to be accredited by EFMD, one of the world’s benchmarks in higher management education. In 2021, the school obtained re-accreditation for a maximum of 5 years, underlining the enduring quality of its pedagogical approaches and international influence.
• QS World University Rankings: ESCE International Business School joins the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2025 Master’s in Management for the first time. ESCE distinguishes itself by ranking 7ᵉ out of 206 in the “Diversity” category and is positioned in the world’s top 100 for the “Value for Money” criterion.

Quality Labels

• BSIS (Business School Impact System): This label, awarded by EFMD, evaluates the overall impact of a business school, particularly in academic, economic and societal terms. ESCE stands out for its significant contribution to local and international environments.
• Welcome to France (Campus France): Awarded by Campus France, this label recognizes the excellence of the welcome reserved for international students. It highlights ESCE’s ability to create an inclusive environment conducive to the success of students from all over the world.

Certified and Labelled Programs

Grande École program

ESCE’s Grande École Program has been awarded the Master’s degree, an official recognition that guarantees a high academic and professional level. The Grande École Program diploma is a Bac + 5, level 7 (EU), conferring the grade of Master, issued by ESCE. This diploma is registered by right in the RNCP (Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles) under number 36815, attesting to the excellence of the skills and relevance of the training provided to meet market needs. In addition, Qualiopi certification reinforces ESCE’s commitment to the quality of its teaching processes, guaranteeing a high level of training and support for students.

International Bachelor’s program

ESCE incorporates Montessori pedagogy into its Bachelor’s Program, an innovative approach that fosters autonomy, creativity and personalized learning. This student-centered method enables students to develop practical skills in an interactive and participative environment. In addition, the program offers specializations certified by France Compétences, guaranteeing training recognized at European level and adapted to today’s professional requirements. In addition, Qualiopi certification attests to the rigor of our pedagogical processes, offering a further guarantee of the quality of the courses offered.

International trade & customs management

Level 6 (EU) “Licence Professionnelle – Métiers du commerce international” professional certification issued by UPEC, registered under number 30146 RNCP (Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles) by decision of France Compétences.

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Master of Science program

ESCE offers four MSc (Masters of Science) programs at Bac +5 level, designed to develop cutting-edge expertise in specific areas of international business. All these MSc programs are accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), a guarantee of their academic excellence and relevance to the job market.

Membership and institutional members

ESCE benefits from membership of prestigious networks and organizations, reinforcing its credibility, international influence and commitment to academic excellence. These affiliations confirm its status as one of the top business schools in France and worldwide.

• Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE): As a member of the CGE, ESCE is part of a highly selective circle of French institutions recognized for their high academic standards and their contribution to innovation and research. This membership also guarantees that our diplomas, particularly our Grande École Program and MSc programs, are accredited and aligned with employers’ expectations.

• UGEI (Union des Grandes Écoles Indépendantes): Membership of theUGEI reflects ESCE’s independence and solidity among business schools. This network of schools shares a common vision of academic excellence and societal commitment, while defending the diversity of pedagogical approaches.

• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business): As a member ofAACSB, a leading international organization in the field of accreditation and quality assurance, ESCE is connected to a global network of institutions sharing best practices in management and teaching. This affiliation reinforces ESCE’s international recognition and attractiveness to students and international partners.

• PRME Signatory Member: ESCE is a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) initiative, supported by the United Nations. This commitment reflects the school’s desire to promote responsible management education and to train leaders concerned with ethics, sustainable development and societal impact.

• CANIE (Climate Action Network for International Educators): As a member of CANIE, ESCE is actively involved in efforts to integrate climate and environmental issues into international education. This commitment reinforces our role in training graduates who are aware of global environmental challenges.

• The Grenoble Accords: By signing the Grenoble Accords, ESCE is committed to integrating sustainable development and social responsibility issues into its teaching and research activities. This framework symbolizes a shared ambition between the Grandes Ecoles to prepare students to meet the challenges of a world in transition.

International and academic partnerships

ESCE is an active member of international academic networks, giving its students access to high-level learning experiences and mobility opportunities:

• Consortium of International Double Degrees (CIDD): This partnership enables students to obtain double degrees by collaborating with renowned universities and business schools around the world. These programs offer academic and professional recognition in several countries, increasing the employability of graduates.

• Erasmus+: Thanks to the Erasmus+ charter, ESCE facilitates the international mobility of its students within Europe. Eramus+ partnerships offer enriching academic exchanges, cultural immersion and a unique opportunity to build an international professional network.

• Campus France: ESCE also benefits from the support of Campus France, the French national agency for the promotion of higher education, which facilitates the reception of international students. This partnership gives foreign students easy access to information, helps them prepare for their arrival in France and provides them with a living environment tailored to their needs.

Key institutional partnerships

ESCE collaborates with major institutional players to strengthen its position as an international business school and connect its students to the realities of the business world:

• Business France: Collaboration with the national agency in charge of developing French companies internationally and welcoming foreign investment in France.
• BPI France: Partnership with the Banque Publique d’Investissement, offering opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship.
• La Fabrique de l’Exportation: An initiative to promote international business skills and prepare students for the challenges of exporting.
• Confrontations Europe: A key partner for discussing and influencing European economic policies.
• Formatex: Co-founded with Business France and COFACE, this structure offers specialized continuing training in international trade.
• ICC France (International Chamber of Commerce): A partnership that connects ESCE to a global network of economic and political decision-makers.
• Comité National des Conseillers du Commerce Extérieur de la France (CNCCEF): A collaboration that offers unique insights into foreign trade and global markets.
• Medef Hauts de Seine for Campus Coeur Défense: Strengthening the link between ESCE and the French business world.
• CGPME International Commission: A platform for developing relationships with dynamic SMEs on an international scale.