Double Master with the School of Management IAE Lyon
iaelyon School of Management is a partner institution of the double degree programmes offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business Administration at the University of Bamberg. Within the programmes, students spend one academic year at the partner university and obtain, in addition to the degree from their home institution, a French Master’s degree.
The double degree programmes combine the Bamberg Master’s programmes:
with the following Master’s programmes offered by iaelyon School of Management at Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3:
- Master Finance – Master’s in Finance
- Master Gestion de Patrimoine – Master’s in Wealth Management
- Master Contr?le de Gestion et Audit Organisationnel – Master’s in Controlling and Auditing
- Master Management et Commerce International
- Master Marketing, Vente – Master’s in Marketing and Sales
- Master Gestion des Ressources Humaines Master’s in Human Resources Management
The programmes combine business education with international perspectives on management, finance, sustainability and corporate governance in a Franco-German academic context.
Double Degree: Business Administration
Academic Focus
Students enrolled in the MSc Business Administration may choose from several specialisations at iaelyon School of Management. The programmes provide international perspectives particularly in the areas of:
- International Management
- Marketing & Sales
- Human Resource Management
- Sustainable International Business
Within the double degree programme of the MSc Business Administration, students may generally choose from all above mentioned Master’s programmes offered by iaelyon School of Management, provided that the academic content is compatible and recognition of coursework can be ensured.
Depending on the chosen specialisation, students take courses in programmes such as:
- Management et Commerce International
- Marketing Vente
- Management des Ressources Humaines et Organisation
- Sustainable Management for International Business
Programme Structure
Students spend the first academic year at their home university and the second academic year at the partner university. All coursework and examinations are mutually recognised and fully integrated into the respective degree programmes.
Individual study plans are based on the agreed curriculum structures and a Learning Agreement prepared jointly with the programme coordinators.
Degrees Awarded
Upon successful completion, students receive:
- the Master of Science in Business Administration from the University of Bamberg
- and a specialised Master’s degree from iaelyon School of Management
International Perspective & Career Opportunities
The programme strengthens international management competencies and prepares students for careers in internationally operating companies and organisations.
Double Degree: Finance & Accounting
Academic Focus
The programme combines finance, accounting and financial management with international perspectives on financial markets, wealth management, controlling and auditing. Students may specialise particularly in:
- Finance
- Wealth Management
- Controlling & Auditing
Courses are mainly taken within the following Master’s programmes at iaelyon School of Management:
- Master Finance
- Master Gestion de Patrimoine
- Master Contr?le de Gestion et Audit Organisationnel
Programme Structure
Students spend the first academic year at their home university and the second academic year at the partner university. All coursework and examinations are mutually recognised and fully integrated into the respective degree programmes.
Individual study plans are based on the agreed curriculum structures and a Learning Agreement prepared jointly with the programme coordinators.
Degrees Awarded
Upon successful completion, students receive:
- the Master of Science in Finance & Accounting from the University of Bamberg
- and a specialised Master’s degree from iaelyon School of Management
International Perspective & Career Opportunities
The double degree strengthens international expertise in finance, accounting and controlling and prepares students for careers in internationally oriented companies, financial institutions and consulting.
Double Degree: Strategy & Sustainability
Academic Focus
The programme combines sustainability-oriented management with international perspectives on responsible leadership and sustainable business models. Students mainly take courses within the programme:
- Sustainable Management for International Business
Key areas include:
- Sustainable Management
- International Business
- Corporate Responsibility
- Sustainability Strategy
- Responsible Leadership
Programme Structure
Students spend the first academic year at their home university and the second academic year at the partner university. All coursework and examinations are mutually recognised and fully integrated into the respective degree programmes.
Individual study plans are based on the agreed curriculum structures and a Learning Agreement prepared jointly with the programme coordinators.
Degrees Awarded
Upon successful completion, students receive:
- the Master of Science in Strategy & Sustainability from the University of Bamberg
- and a specialised Master’s degree from iaelyon School of Management
International Perspective & Career Opportunities
The programme strengthens international competencies in sustainable management and prepares students for careers in internationally operating companies and organisations.
Students starting the programme in Bamberg (Bamberg = home institution)
Application and admission
During the application for winter term, the double degree programme application is included in the regular application process for either the Master in Business Administration, the Master in Finance and Accounting or the Master in Strategy and Sustainability. For admission, you must demonstrate German language proficiency at level B2. For all further information on the application procedure, please switch to the German version of this page.
Students starting the programme in Lyon (Jean Moulin University Lyon = home institution)
Application and Admission for Students from iaelyon School of Management
Students who begin the double degree programme at iaelyon School of Management are nominated by their home university for the study period in Bamberg. After nomination, students receive all relevant information regarding application, enrolment and study organisation directly from the University of Bamberg.
Unlike regular exchange students, participants in the double degree programme are formally enrolled at the University of Bamberg. Enrolment is completed through the university’s online application system and students are supported throughout the process by the programme coordinators.
In addition, the International Office of the University of Bamberg supports international students in preparing their stay, particularly with regard to accommodation, orientation and language courses.
At the beginning of the semester, an orientation event for double degree students is organised by the Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Business Administration.
Further information:
Programme Structure
The double degree programmes comprise four semesters. Students spend the first academic year at their home university and the second academic year at the partner university. During their stay abroad, students remain enrolled at their home institution.
All coursework and examinations completed within the programme are mutually recognised by both universities and fully integrated into the respective degree programmes.
The individual study plan depends on the university at which students begin the programme. The academic schedule is based on a Learning Agreement prepared jointly with the programme coordinators at both institutions.
For students enrolled at the University of Bamberg, the regulations of the respective Master’s programmes apply:
Master in Business Administration
| Starting the programme in Bamberg | Starting the programme in Lyon | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Module groupe | 1. year in Bamberg | 2. year in Lyon | 1. year in Lyon | 2. year in Bamberg |
| Specialisation BWL 1 | 18 |
| 18 |
|
| Specialisation BWL 2 |
| 18 | 18 |
|
| General Management | 36 |
| 6 | 30 |
| Research |
| 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Business Languages | 6 |
| 6 |
|
| Master?s Thesis |
| 24 |
| 24 |
| ECTS total | 120 | 120 | ||
In Bamberg, course credits are allocated to the module groups as follows:
Master in Finance and Accounting
| Starting the programme in Bamberg | Starting the programme in Lyon | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Module groupe | 1. year in Bamberg | 2. year in Lyon | 1. year in Lyon | 2. year in Bamberg |
| Finance and Accounting | 48 | 24 | 60 | 12 |
| Methods and Research | 12 | 12 |
| 24 |
| Thesis |
| 24 |
| 24 |
| ECTS total | 120 | 120 | ||
In Bamberg, course credits are allocated to the module groups as follows:
Master in Strategy and Sustainability
| Starting the programme in Bamberg | Starting the programme in Lyon | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Module groupe | 1. year in Bamberg | 2. year in Lyon | 1. year in Lyon | 2. year in Bamberg |
| Strategy & Markets | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Sustainability | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Digitalisation, People and Culture | 24 | 12 | 24 | 12 |
| Research | 12 |
| 12 |
|
| Thesis |
| 24 |
| 24 |
| ECTS total | 120 | 120 | ||
In Bamberg, course credits are allocated to the module groups as follows: