MBA with Specialization (Admission closing on 15th Dec)

Below are the reasons why students should study MBA with specialization at ABS Paris:

MBA in Entrepreneurship & International Business Development

• Upon program completion, students receive both an American MBA degree and a French diploma, providing a unique competitive edge in the job market. 
• The MBA program offered by ABS strongly emphasizes entrepreneurship, making it a core component of the curriculum.
• The MBA program is designed to nurture essential entrepreneurial qualities, such as creativity and innovation, which are crucial for success in the business world.
• Through a comprehensive and specialized curriculum, ABS’s MBA equips students with the tools and mindset needed to excel in entrepreneurial ventures, empowering them to seize opportunities, drive innovation, and manage successful projects.
• The first year of the MBA is specifically tailored to build upon the knowledge and experience gained from previous studies, providing students with all the necessary skills and knowledge to become the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.
• The second year offers the opportunity to gain specialized expertise in international business creation or acquisitions. This phase of the program focuses on providing in-depth knowledge and skills specifically tailored to succeed in the field of global entrepreneurship.
• While pursuing MBA in entrepreneurship, students will have the invaluable chance to work with renowned global companies based in the vibrant French capital. 
• Entrepreneurship & International Business Development graduates can pursue various career paths, such as Innovation Project Manager (€55,803/year), Business Developer (€46,000/year), Business Development Director (€126,840/year), Communication Director (€88,628/year), and International Business Development Consultant (€57,957/year).

MBA in Communication & Project Management

• Upon program completion, students receive both an American MBA degree and a French diploma, providing a unique competitive edge in the job market. 
• Designed for business professionals aiming to enhance their communication skills and become influential market leaders, this program focuses on communication and project management.
• The program's first year combines advanced classes from the Bachelor of Business Administration and provides a personalized study program tailored to each student's academic background.
• The program's second year emphasizes developing skills specifically related to international company creation or acquisition.
• Students gain expertise in analyzing the challenges luxury brands face and staying updated with the latest media trends, empowering them to anticipate future transformations in the communication field.
• The program emphasizes the significance of international trade and relations in the communication sector, preparing students to navigate global business environments effectively.
• Communication & Project Management graduates can pursue various career paths, such as Business Developer (€46,000/year),  Import/Export Manager (€81,897/year), Public Relations Director (€124,332/year), and Partnerships Manager (€59,466).

• Strong academic background is desirable, providing an advantage in the MBA with a specialization program.
• The program caters to individuals aspiring for diverse career opportunities such as business consulting, project management, sales and marketing management, and leadership coaching.
• Through a hands-on learning approach, the MBA with specialization program empowers learners to develop their unique leadership style, drive innovation, lead change, and achieve remarkable results within organizations.

• Students who have appeared for 10 + 2 examinations, (e.g. A level, CBSE, HSC, IBDP, ISC, etc.) with 65% or above score are eligible. 
• Students who cleared their Bachelors with a minimum of 65% marks and above are eligible to apply. 
• A Minimum of 2 years of Work Experience after graduation is required. 

• An aggregate score of 60% and above in the Advanced General Management Program by IMT Ghaziabad with a minimum of 60% in each course. 
• English Language Proficiency Test (EPT)* - IELTS Score of >= 6.0 or 65% marks in English in 10+2.
• *Note - English Language waiver is granted if the learner achieved a 65% score in English in 10+2 and holds a Bachelor's Degree with English as the Medium of Instruction (MOI).

• English Language Proficiency Test (EPT) - IELTS Score of >= 6.0. 
• A minimum score of 60% in high school (10+2) and
• A bachelor’s degree with an English medium of instruction.
• Students will be also be assessed on their English proficiency during the interview conducted by The American Business School. 

• Scanned Copy of the Class 12th Transcript
• Scanned Copy of the Undergraduate Transcript and Semester Marksheets
• Scanned Copy of passport
• Statement of Purpose (500-1000 words)
• Two Letters of Recommendation (Academic/Professional)
• Resume 
• Medium of instruction citing English as the medium from the institution of your Undergraduate degree
• Proof of English Proficiency

• Students must pay applicable caution money for the enrolment to the Program. This caution amount will be adjustable against the total Program fee payable by the student.
• You can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Cohort Commencement Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. Processing fee of Rs. 20,000/- will be levied. If less than Rs. 20,000/- have been paid in total, the student shall not be eligible for any refund in such case.
• The student shall not be eligible for any refund under any circumstances if any such refund requests are raised post Cohort Commencement Date and student will continue to pay the EMI for the loan (if applicable) and such loan cannot be cancelled. This is also applicable for those students who could not complete their payment and could not be enrolled in the cohort opted for. However, the student can raise a request for Pre-Program deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
• In case of a refund, the student will be solely responsible for any cancellation of the loan, including but not limited to applicable loan cancellation charges levied on the total cancelled loan amount.
• Students must pay the full fee within 7 days of payment of Caution Money or Cohort Commencement Date, whichever is earlier, otherwise, the admission letter will be rescinded.
• The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program after being duly approved by the Academic Committee.

• If a student, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the cohort starts, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
• However, the student will be required to pay 50% of the total course fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
• A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the student enrolled for.
• The student has time till the current cohort launch date to make the payment of the 50% program fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the student now asks for a refund, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
• The fee applicable to the deferred student will be as per prevailing fee for the batch student as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).

• If a student is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
• A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the student enrolled for.
• The student will be required to pay deferral fees of 10% of the total course amount fee + Taxes if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
• The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.
• Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
• The student has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee post which the deferral request will expire, and the student will continue as part of the current cohort.
• If the student completes the deferral payment, the student’s login will be disabled, the student will leave the deferred cohort and the student will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort. For clarification, the grades of the graded assignments will be carried forward, whether the student had submitted these grading during the initial stage.
• The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the student has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.