Business Preparatory Cycle
Mode
On Campus
Scholarships
650 000 FCFA
Duration
2 years
Class size
30 students
Language
French
Overview
The Business Preparatory Cycle is a two-year program designed to prepare students to enter elite tracks in management, finance, law, and marketing. Intended for baccalaureate holders with at least “Assez bien,” this program provides a solid foundation in management sciences and commercial techniques.
Faculty
The teaching team is composed of professors and business-sector professionals, ensuring high-quality instruction aligned with market demands.
Curriculum
The curriculum is organized around units that cover key competencies in business and management: Activity Management, Corporate Steering, Professional Development, International Culture, and Corporate Accounting. An internship is included each year, allowing students to apply their knowledge and gain initial professional experience.
International pathways
Through partnerships with ESAM, students can benefit from international mobility and academic exchange opportunities, offering exposure to the global business environment.
Cursus délocalisé vers la France
Location | Duration | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
France | 2 years | 120 |
Togo (Lomé) | 1 year | 60 |
Career prospects
Graduates of the Business Preparatory Cycle can continue into degree programs with partner schools, completing their third year in France. ESAM, a member of the IGS Group, is a French management school specializing in finance, management, entrepreneurship, and business law. Founded in 1987, it offers Bac+3 to Bac+5 programs, both initial and work-study, emphasizing professional experience and managerial skills with strong industry partnerships and international openness.
Third-year options at ESAM
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Management Sciences: preparing experts in business management and strategy
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Business and Marketing: combining market research, sales strategies, and technological innovation
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Finance: preparing for digital challenges and financial management in business
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Law: focusing on legal solutions and regulatory compliance in a global environment
Typical careers
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Logistics flow analyst (optimizing supply chains and logistics processes)
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International Brand Manager (developing and managing brands in global markets)
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Administrative and financial manager (overseeing financial and administrative operations)
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Event communications officer (organizing events and managing corporate communication and promotion)