
Why choose this MSc ?
- You will benefit from our educational system which trains our students to value their personal talents, to take responsibility, to learn to work in a team, to develop their creativity.
- You will benefit from our teaching body which offers a diversity of profiles that fosters the goal of always being able to make the connection between the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired. Our study programmes thus relate directly to the professional world. (case studies, company projects, professional lecturers,…)
- You will be part of a wide and dynamic professional network that benefits to the hundreds of professionals (BSc, M levels) in the agribusiness sector our school has already graduated since its foundation 120 years ago
- And as targeting international responsibilities involves living and adapting to new cultures, you will study in France, 1st EU larger producer and 2nd exporter of agricultural products, reknown for its traditional and local food products, and enjoy its culture, foods and traditions
- You will also live in Angers, ranking 1st in France for the quality of life, and study in a school closely linked to the agricultural, agri-industrial and environmental context of its region, an ideal place to train professionals in the Agribusinesssector.
Organization of studies
A 2 semester MSc to build and develop business relationships in the fields of the agro and food industry worldwide
A 2 semester course-12 months (90 ECTS credits) :
- International environment and company management
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Analysis & Management of international markets (including a study trip to the Netherlands)
and
- 6 to 8 months professional experience
- 2 foreign languages.
Why to apply
- More than 500h of core courses
- 90 ects (whose 30 ects for Master thesis)
- 2 foreign languages
- One week professional study trip abroad
- 6 months work placement (internship) abroad
Career opportunities
Degree
- Degree awarded : science degree recognized by French CGE as a “MSc: Master of Science®” – 90 ECTS credits
- Location : Angers-France (semester 1)
- Course : 2 semesters English and French-taught program
- Start date : mid-september
Applying on : olage.groupe-esa.com // Choose : MSc IAB
Students graduated with a minimum of Bachelor of Science 4 years of scientific training (or equivalent diploma) in the field of: agriculture, food sciences/ food processing, management & business, agricultural economics, life sciences (biology, veterinary science) or other related subjects
- Good level in both English and French languages (B2).
- Motivations for working in international business positions in agribusiness companies (sales, marketing, trading…).
Prior experience is welcome as it is a core benefit for the group. The same admission requirements apply to company staff wishing to obtain an MSc by the way of continuing education. Each candidate will be examined individually by the Pedagogical committee.
Admission is based on an interview as well as on student academic record.
Scholarships
4 600€/semester + insurance (around 360€).
NOT INCLUDED: everyday life costs in France.
The International Relations Office and Master’s degree’s staff can help you with your application forms to scholarships :
Marie Godard
ESA – International Department
Recruitment of international students
m.godard@groupe-esa.com
T : +33.2.41.23.55.63


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