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DBA
Education
CXO
MBA
Data Science and Analytics
Machine Learning and AI
Management
Accounting and Finance
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- 90 ECTS Credits - Globally Recognised Master's Degree
- Additionally - 4 Pillar Certificates + 1 Specialization Certificate
- Approved by the French Government - Recognise by the French Ministry for Higher Education and Research
- Become a Part of the Prestigious PSB Alumni Network - Join 18,000+ alumni driving impact across industries
You've mastered your function. Now master the business. Master of Business Administration
You've mastered your function.
Now master the business.
Master of Business Administration
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TypeMaster's
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Start DateSeptember 30, 2026
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Duration18 Months
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Why PSB
Proof, not promises.
Six reasons why this MBA stands out
AACSB Accreditation (6% of business schools worldwide)
Leading international benchmark for excellence in business education
EQUIS Accreditation
One of Europe's most respected institutional accreditations, recognizing academic quality, internationalization, corporate engagement, and research excellence.
AMBA Accreditation
The globally recognized highest quality standard for Postgraduate management education.
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Grande École
Member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) — first French Grande École to earn BGA accreditation.
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50 years, 18,000+ alumni
Half a century training leaders, with peers across the GCC, Vietnam and beyond.
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Global academic standing
France has more ranked business schools than any other European country — 26 of the FT's top 100.
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Paris advantage
Europe's #1 startup ecosystem, #3 in the world for AI — home to Station F and 30+ unicorns.
Grande École
Member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) and the first French Grande École to earn BGA accreditation.
50 years, 18,000+ alumni
Global academic standing
France has more ranked business schools than any other European country, with 26 of the FT's top 100.
Paris advantage
Europe's #1 startup ecosystem and #3 in the world for AI, home to Station F and 30+ unicorns.
About the Programme
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120
Hours IIMK
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20 hours
PSB: Hours Live Seminars
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1:1
Thesis Mentoring
- Dual Credentials: A DBA from PSB and a Professional Certificate in Business Research & AI from IIM Kozhikode.
- Flexible Duration. Fixed Ambition: Potential to complete it within 24-36 months depending on level of preparedness.
- 1:1 Thesis Mentorship: Personal supervision with real academic support throughout your research.
- Campus Immersions: A 5 day campus immersion (not residential) at IIMK. Optional 3–4 day doctoral residency at PSB.
- Selective by Design: Every candidate is interviewed before admission. This is not a programme for everyone.
- AI-Enabled Research Methods: A dedicated module on AI-enabled research practice, delivered by IIMK faculty in Phase 1.
- Access to the Galileo Global Education Network: PSB is part of a 70-school global network, opening doors to a vast international academic and professional community
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The curriculum
Four pillars. One enterprise leader.
A progression that mirrors how enterprises actually evolve.
18 Months
90 ECTS
1 of 5 Specializations
Capstone Project
Immersion Optional
Running a function → Steering the business
- Corporate Strategy & Business Model Design
- Financial Reporting & Communication for Leaders
- Macroeconomics & Uncertainty
- Leading Organizational Change
- Geopolitical Risk & Decision-Making
Hitting Targets → Owning the Economics
- Pricing & Unit Economics
- Capital Allocation, Valuation & Mergers
- Scaling Operations & Operating Models
- Marketing Economics & Growth Strategy
AI-aware → AI-leading
- Digital Strategy & Information Systems
- Executive Decision-Making with Data & AI
- Innovation & Strategic Renewal
Sitting in the room → Leading the room
Expansion sits here because those calls are the kind that need board sign-off.
- International Expansion & Market Entry
- ESG, Long-Term Value & Reputation Leadership
- Strategic Leadership
- AI and Technology
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations and Supply Chain
Apply everything you've learned to a real challenge inside your own company, then build and defend a board-ready strategy — live — in front of faculty and industry practitioners.
Specializations
Strategic Leadership
• Power, Influence and Stakeholder Management
• Corporate Governance & Board Leadership
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AI and Technology
• AI for Strategic Decision-Making
• Digital Transformation & Data Advantage
Finance
• Business Valuation and Capital Markets
• Fintech and Digital Banking
Marketing
• Reputation, Influence & Brand Strategy
• Growth and Retention Marketing
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Operations and Supply Chain
• Global Supply Chain Strategy
• Supply Chain Technology, Automation & Industry 4.0
The difference
Six things you can't get anywhere else.
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A senior room, not a classroom.
Curated for experienced learners. The people beside you are as valuable as the program
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A transformation you can measure.
Mirror in. Delta out. Track your before-and-after growth with personalized diagnostics, peer feedback & measurable outcomes
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Work you use on Monday.
An Executive AI toolkit, board-ready decks, and a strategy you defend live - on your own business.
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Learn from leaders who’ve already done it.
Exclusive CXO masterclasses, expert reviews and board-level mentoring from executives shaping today's business landscape
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Build influence, not just expertise.
Graduate with a published point of view, a stronger executive brand and credentials that enhance your boardroom credibility.
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Join a network that grows with you.
From Paris to the end of the world and beyond, become part of a global leadership community that continues long after the MBA ends.
Optional immersion
A week in Paris.
An optional week on PSB's Paris campus with lectures, workshops with peers, and the city itself.
Learners cover their own visa, accommodation, and travel; food and campus-visit costs are included in the program fee.
The outcome
Earn valuable credentials and recognition
| Before | After |
| Optimizes a department | Shapes an organization |
| Executes strategy | Creates strategy |
| Delivers results | Enables enterprise growth |
| Leads a team | Aligns an organization |
| Solves problems | Anticipates them |
| Thinks functionally | Thinks systemically |
| Influences meetings | Influences direction |
Taught by Scholars. Research-grade faculty, and leaders who have actually done it.
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Instructors
Prof. Nima Fazeli
Assistant Professor, Finance | Head, MSc International Finance
PhD in Economics from ESSEC Business School. Prof. Fazeli is Head of the MSc International Finance programme at Paris School of Business and a member of the Financial Policies, Banking & Corporate Finance research group. He teaches Financial Analysis, International Finance and Corporate Finance, with research spanning macro-finance, banking, financial intermediation and industrial organization.
Prof. Nuno Santos
Associate Professor, Management
Master's in Hospitality Management from Glion Institute of Higher Education (GIHE). Prof. Santos teaches Strategy in the Hospitality Industry and Digital Business across the International BBA and MSc programmes. His academic interests focus on hospitality management, project management and instructional design.
Prof. Patrice Cailleba
Full Professor, Management | Accreditation Manager
An alumnus of Harvard Business School and ESCP Business School, Prof. Cailleba holds a Doctorate in Philosophy from Sorbonne University and an Habilitation in Management from Paris-Saclay University. He serves as Accreditation Manager at Paris School of Business and is a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. He teaches Management, Organisational Behaviour and HR across the MiM, MBA and DBA programmes, with research interests in management theory, organisational behaviour and business ethics.
A Doctorate Earned in India. Celebrated in Paris.
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36 Months
Duration
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200+
doctoral candidates from 70+ nationalities
- Research presentation to international doctoral peers and PSB faculty.
- Seminars by PSB faculty and industry experts.
- Campus access, cultural programme, and cohort dinner in Paris.
Message from the Dean
Olivier Aptel
Dean and Director General, Paris School of Business
The Master's in Administration Program with PSB will challenge you, shape you, and ultimately empower you to achieve your goals.
At Paris School of Business, we create efficient decision-makers and conscious leaders. We live in a world that is more interconnected than ever before and evolving at an unprecedented pace.
We need leaders who think critically about the implications of their decisions, navigate uncertainty and change, and inspire others. You represent the future of that leadership, and our MBA Online Program will help you unlock your full potential.
Achieve your dream career in 4 simple steps
Apply with Purpose
Complete your application by submitting your CV and a self-recorded video, highlighting your academic background, professional experience, and motivation to pursue the MBA.
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Receive a Provisional Offer
Shortlisted candidates will receive a provisional offer of admission. Secure your seat by paying the Booking Fee.
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Complete Document Verification
Submit your academic credentials and work experience documents for validation to complete the admissions process.
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Confirm Your Admission
Eligible students receive final admission offer and complete your enrolment. Begin your MBA journey with Paris School of Business.
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Take Your Seat in the Room A Senior Cohort. A Measured Transformation.
A Board-Ready Strategy You've Defended Live.
Take Your Seat in the Room
A Senior Cohort. A Measured Transformation.
A Board-Ready Strategy You've Defended Live.
From a Triple Crown-accredited French Grande École. The October 2026 cohort is forming now.
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