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American Business School Of Paris, Paris, France
The American Business School of Paris (ABS Paris) is an undergraduate and graduate level business school affiliated with a number of American educational institutions The ABS Paris programs are international in scope and are open to students from around the world who seek to add an international dimension to their business studies.
Joint Academic Programs:

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • Allows students to complete their BAC + 3 at IIHEM and continue with their fourth year at ABS Paris.
  • Credits earned at IIHEM are transferred to ABS Paris.

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Direct Entrance Master Program:

  • Allows students to start their studies at IIHEM and complete their MBA program at ABS Paris after completing six months of internship and four years of study at IIHEM.
  • Allows students to start their studies at IIHEM and complete their MSc program at ABS Paris four years of study at IIHEM.

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Useful links:

ABS Paris website: Please visit https://www.absparis.org.

Important Disclaimer:

Information provided here may not always reflect the latest situation. Students should visit the university web site and talk to the IIHEM Office of International Programs to make sure they have the latest information.
What is ABS Paris?

The American Business School of Paris (ABS Paris) is an undergraduate and graduate level business school affiliated with a number of American educational institutions The ABS Paris programs are international in scope and are open to students from around the world who seek to add an international dimension to their business studies.

The ABS Paris programs are comprehensive in nature and offer a varied curriculum that enables students to fulfill requirements in both business and non-business fields. At ABS Paris, all courses are taught in English by highly qualified and experienced instructors. Based on the American model of higher education, ABS Paris students benefit from the quality of an American business education in a diverse, multicultural and international setting.

Where is ABS Paris located?

Located in France's capital city, The American Business School of Paris is located on the Parodi campus in Paris's 10th arrondissement. This unique location gives you the privilege of developing intellectually amidst a stimulating multicultural environment!

What programs are included in the ABS Paris/IIHEM Joint Academic Programs?
Three programs are included :

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • Allows undergraduate students to start their studies at IIHEM and complete their four year Bachelor's degree at ABS Paris. Credits earned at IIHEM are transferred to ABS Paris

2

Direct Entrance Master Program:

  • Allows students to start their studies at IIHEM and complete their MBA program at ABS Paris after completing six months of internship and four years of study at IIHEM.
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Who is eligible to apply ?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • Qualified IIHEM students enrolled in BAC+3 who have successfully completed six semesters of academic study.

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Direct Master’s Program:

  • Allows students to start their studies at IIHEM and complete their MBA program at ABS Paris after completing six months of internship and four years of study at IIHEM.
  • Allows students to start their studies at IIHEM and complete their MSc program at ABS Paris four years of study at IIHEM.
  • Students applying to these programs must have a minimal GPA of 3.0
What degrees do these programs lead to?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • Students are awarded by official BBA from ABS Paris as well as "Titre 1 Manager International", a French degree equivalent to the French master's degree.
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (in one of the three specializations).
  • International Marketing.
  • International Business.
  • International Finance.

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Direct Entrance Master Program:

MBA PROGRAM

  • Students are awarded by official MBA from ABS Paris as well as “Titre 1”, a French degree equivalent to the French master's degree (in one of the five specializations).
  • MBA in International Marketing.
  • MBA in Entrepreneurship and International Business Development.
  • MBA in Communications and Project Management.
  • MBA in International Real Estate Management.
  • MBA in Hospitality Marketing and Development.
  • MBA in Information Technology and Data Management.

    • MSc Program

  • Students are awarded by official MSC American Diploma (IACBE accredited) as well as, a French master’s degree (RNCP)
Are these programs accredited?

Yes. IIHEM diplomas are accredited by the Moroccan Ministry of Higher Education and ABS Paris is a member of The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The BBA and MBA programs are fully accredited by the International Association for Business Education (IACBE). Additionally, the BBA program was certified by the French Ministry of Labor in 2012 as “Niveau I Manager à l'International, option Marketing/Vente ou Gestion/Finance”

How is the program delivered?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • Three years of the academic undergraduate program are delivered on the IIHEM campus by IIHEM professors and the remaining fourth year of the undergraduate program is delivered by ABS Paris professors in France.

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Direct Entrance Master Program:

  • A student who has completed four years at IIHEM and has done six months of internship can apply to complete in one year the Master's program at ABS Paris.

All programs include Internship.

Will I be able to transfer credits from IIHEM to ABS Paris?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • Students may transfer up to 90 IIHEM credits.

2

Direct Entrance Master Program:

  • Students may transfer 36 IIHEM fourth year credits.
What is required to graduate?

1

Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • 120 credits are required to complete the Bachelor's Program. 90 credits are taken at IIHEM and 30 credits at ABS Paris.

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Direct Entrance Master Program:

  • 42 credits are to be taken at ABS Paris.

To get a degree from ABS Paris GPA 2.5 is required.

Do I get the same ABS Paris diploma as the one given to graduates from the ABS Paris campus?

Yes.

Once I complete my degree, can I take part in the graduation ceremony at ABS Paris?

Yes.

Can I do more of my program at ABS Paris?

Yes, within the general framework. You can do this through a transfer. You will however pay ABS Paris tuition whenever you are on the ABS Paris.

When are the application deadlines?

Application deadlines for the different semesters are as follows:

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Fall Semester:

  • August 31st

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Spring Semester:

  • November 30th
How long are the ABS Paris Master's programs?

1 year of study.

When do the semesters start?
  • The Fall Semester starts in September (ABS Paris).
  • The Spring Semester starts in January (ABS Paris).
How many credits are in each program?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • A total of 90 credits, 60 of which are taken at IIHEM and 30 at ABS Paris. At the end of the program the students will have to complete six months of internship.

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Direct Entrance Master's Program:

  • A total of 42 credits are to be taken at ABS Paris. At the end of the program the students will have to complete six months of internship.
What is the course load per semester for full-time students?

The standard workload is between 9-21 hours of study per week.

Can I work and attend the program part time?

Yes, you can work for 20 hours a week.

What are class hours?

Undergraduate and fourth year classes at IIHEM are taught during the day. All classes at ABS Paris are taught either during the day or evening.

When can I enroll?

Enrollment in the program takes place in January and September.

What are the admissions requirements for the program?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

  • be enrolled in an IIHEM BAC+3 program,
  • successfully complete three years at IIHEM with a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • have an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL score of 550.

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Direct Entrance Master's Program:

  • be enrolled in an IIHEM five-year diploma program,
  • successfully complete four years at IIHEM with a minimum GPA of 3.0,
  • have six months internship
  • have an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL score of 550.
What documents need to be included in my application?

  • The application form completed in detail, with examination records certified by school authorities, attested photocopies of all additional educational qualifications already obtained.
  • An official letter issued by IIHEM concerning the student's status,
  • An Admissions Officer will get in touch with you and answer any questions you still have.
  • The Admissions Office will review your application and will be in touch with you if more information is needed or some additional documents are required. Please, regularly check your email that you provide in your application form.
  • Await the decision: After you complete your application, it will take the Admissions Office about one week to review your application. The Admissions Office will contact you to give you the results of your application to ABS Paris. If you don't receive a notice within 10 days, please contact your Admissions Officer.
  • If your application is successful, you will receive an email with your official acceptance letter and Tuition Payment Plan. At this point, you are accepted into the program, but not admitted. In order to enroll and confirm your place in the program, follow the instructions in the Tuition Payment Plan. You must pay a deposit in order to enroll. The deposit is non-refundable.
    Depending on how early you applied, you may be entitled to an early enrollment discount.
  • After you have paid your tuition deposit, please send the receipt to your Admissions Officer. Make sure you include your full name when making the transfer.
  • When your deposit is received, you will receive an email confirmation of your enrollment. This email will include all of the next steps to help you transition to France. At this point, you are officially ABS Paris student and you are welcome to visit the campus at any time to use the facilities.
  • You will need to apply for a student visa with the French Embassy or Consulate closest to you. Please respond to your confirmation email with your mailing address; ABS Paris will send you specific documents that you will need for your visa application process via express delivery.
How much do these programs cost?

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Bachelor's Transfer Program:

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Direct Entrance Master's Program:


Please note that ABS Paris offers special 10% discount on tuition fee rates to IIHEM students and graduates.

Who is responsible for getting the visa to France?

You are.

ABS Paris will provide admitted students with an admission letter and visa documents, but it is the responsibility of each student to get the visa appointment and to obtain the visa from the embassy. Neither ABS Paris nor IIHEM will be held responsible for a visa refusal by the France consulate.

Will I be able to work in the France after successfully finishing my program?

Yes. The student is allowed to continue with internship for one year and obtaining a work permit by finding a suitable job.

I am interested! How should I start the process?

  • Student submits an application to the IIHEM Director of International Programs (DoIP),
  • Once the application is deemed receivable by IIHEM, student meets with the DoIP to discuss and receive approval of your program of study at ABS Paris,
  • Student submits application to ABS Paris with IIHEM endorsement,
  • ABS Paris arranges for an online application interview with a ABS Paris admissions officer,
  • ABS Paris informs IIHEM and the student of the admissions decision,
  • On acceptance fee, acceptance letter will be sent and ABS Paris prepares the visa documents for candidates,
  • ABS Paris posts the visa documents and paper admission notice to candidates,
  • Candidates go to local France embassy to apply for a long term study visa,
  • Candidates receive the visa and plan their trip!