Rennes School of Business recognises and welcomes applications from students on Kings university degree preparation programmes.
Students are counselled and offers made based on the formal tariff agreement between Kings and the university.
On successful completion of their studies at Kings, students can progress to Rennes School of Business to continue their degree studies.
About Rennes School of Business
Founded in 1990 by the Rennes Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Rennes School of Business is an independent, internationally focused Grande École dedicated to high-quality management education.
The school’s main campus is located in the vibrant city of Rennes, offering a modern and multicultural learning environment shaped by a truly international student and faculty community. Over the years, Rennes SB has expanded its facilities to support its growing student body and, in 2021, opened a second campus in Paris to strengthen its ties with industry and enhance opportunities for internships, work-study placements, and career development.
Rennes School of Business offers a comprehensive range of programmes at all levels, including Bachelor’s degrees, the Master in Management, a broad portfolio of Master of Science programmes, and doctoral studies. Nearly all courses are taught in English, supported by one of the most internationally diverse faculties in France. The school’s prestigious triple accreditation—AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS—positions it among the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
Key facts
- Top 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)
- Ranked among the top business schools in France for its Programme Grande École
- Consistently listed among the top Bachelor programmes in national rankings
- Featured in global rankings, including the Financial Times’ Top 100 business schools and Top 60 in Europe
- More than 5,000 students across programmes
- A highly international community representing over 100 nationalities
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- 90% of permanent faculty are international
- A global network of more than 330 partner universities
- Over 30,000 alumni worldwide
- Approximately 20,000 internship opportunities available to students each year
- Two campuses: a 20,000 m² flagship campus in Rennes and a 1,500 m² campus in Paris near Saint-Lazare
Degree programmes
Rennes School of Business offers two different undergraduate degree options:
The Bachelor in Management Program
This three-year programme gives students a structured introduction to the fundamentals of management while helping them explore the areas that most interest them. The curriculum combines core business courses, applied projects, and real-world experience, ensuring students build both practical and analytical skills.
In their final year students can specialise in areas such as:
- Marketing
- Finance
- Logistics
- Luxury Brand Management
The programme also offers opportunities for internships and international study, preparing graduates for careers in management, international business, or further study at the Master’s level.
Available options include:
English Track (Rennes or Paris) – 100% of courses taught in English
The Bachelor in International Relations and Affairs Programme
This three-year programme blends international relations, global business, and strategic studies, offering students a comprehensive look at both the geopolitical and commercial dimensions of global affairs. Through immersive projects, crisis-resolution workshops, and applied management training, students build strong analytical, communication, and intercultural skills.
The programme is taught entirely in English on the Paris campus, with a bilingual progression available in Rennes. Graduates are prepared for careers in diplomacy, NGOs, international business, or advanced studies in international management or global affairs.
Students may specialise in their final year in areas such as:
- Sustainability & Innovation Management
- Digital Operations & International Management
Your route to Rennes Business School
Depending on the degree subject you want to pursue, you will choose from:
Key facts
- Kings Bournemouth
- Kings Brighton
- Kings Oxford
- Completed 11 – 12 years of schooling
- Minimum IELTS 6.5
- Around 25 hours per week of taught classroom lessons plus tutorials, university counselling, super-curricular, extra-curricular and enrichment activities.
- 1 academic year (3 terms)
Learning outcomes
- Raise academic qualifications to university entrance level
- Raise English to university level
- Develop learning and self-study skills for degree level
Requirements for entry to undergraduate degrees at Rennes Business School
Students from Kings are able to apply to the RBS BIM or BIA undergraduate degrees following completion of their Degree Pathway Programme with the required grades.
