Master of Science Business Development & Business Engineering

MSc
Bachelor degree or higher
September, February
Initial training, Apprenticeship
Bordeaux, Paris, Lyon, Chambéry, Rennes, Marseille, Toulouse
French
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The MSc Business Development & Business Engineering programme

This programme is aimed not only at learners wishing to complete their technical or commercial training, but also at professionals wishing to enhance their experience. Business development must accompany the company’s growth strategy by creating value. He must be fully motivated to create or enrich his client portfolio. The aim is to train business engineers mastering the techniques of selling goods and services in a national and international context. He is a true revenue hunter. He must demonstrate great interpersonal skills and be at the forefront of innovation. He’s a real business strategist.

Program objectives

The skills objectives are to be able to:

  • Define the commercial strategy and propose a relevant offer;
  • Develop and implement sales engineering and customer relationship management;
  • Manager of sales teams;
  • Manage the performance of commercial activities and manage budgets;
  • Business Engineering;
  • The set of skills acquired.

A 1 or 2 year degree to become an expert in project management

  • 1st year of MSc: 441 hours
  • 2nd year of MSc: 441 hours

How to apply for the INSEEC Master of Science Business Development & Business Engineering?

The prerequisites requested

The conditions for accessing the certification system (excluding VAE) are:

  • To apply for the 4th year (MSc1): hold a level 6 RNCP qualification and/or have validated the equivalent of 180 ECTS in a course equivalent to the concerned field.
  • To apply for the 5th year (MSc2): hold a level 6 RNCP qualification and/or have validated the equivalent of 240 ECTS in a course equivalent to the concerned field.

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Courses

The courses listed below are examples only and may vary slightly depending on the campus. The content of the courses is adapted each year to market developments and is updated before the start of each new school year.

1ST Year Courses

PROFESSIONAL METHODS AND PRACTICES – 1ST YEAR

BUSINESS ENGLISH

Perfect comprehension and communication techniques in English in a broader context than the field of commercial English. Learners may be required to take the TOEIC depending on the host campus.

SOFTWARE & TOOLS FOR DECISION SUPPORT

This module aims to deepen the skills of learners in computer science to meet the demand of companies for budget or commercial monitoring, project management, personnel management and communication: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, team tools, business software. It aims to be efficient on office tools, quickly identify and correct errors, customize existing tools or create your own tools.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT & DASHBOARDS

The aim is to acquire the key skills in terms of budget management and reporting. Particular emphasis will be placed on the budget architecture, with the implementation of summary documents, project management control and its link with budget management, implementation and steering of dashboards.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The Professional Experience Report makes it possible to value the experience and know-how acquired during the internship, by presenting the practical aspects and the processes implemented.

PROFESSIONAL TOOLS & METHODS

This module allows learners to improve their CV and posture through situations (business game, professional simulation, speaking, etc.); practical and professional workshops (CV, professional social networks, coaching, etc.) as well as business and master class conferences.

BUSINESS STRATEGY & BUSINESS PLAN

A precise methodology for analyzing customer needs, market structure and competitor dynamics to identify environmental opportunities and threats is presented.

NEGOTIATION

Ce séminaire est centré sur une négociation dans un contexte national et international. Il faudra notamment prendre en compte la dimension culturelle et définir son impact dans une négociation internationale. La négociation nationale sera centrée sur le processus de vente au moyen de jeu de rôle.

SPECIALISED COURSES

SALES FORCE MANAGEMENT

The goal is to establish an optimal structure for the sales team, proactively monitor and monitor performance, assess performance and drive sales motivation, and ultimately optimize results through effective sales force management.

COMMERCIAL CONTRACT LAW & BUSINESS TAXATION

Presentation of the legal framework governing commercial transactions; categorisation of contracts; practical study of training (consent, capacity and purpose of the contract) and contractual performance; specific aspects and essential clauses of the sales contract; elaboration of the general conditions of sale; principles of responsibility. Exploration of the main conventions of business law.
Understanding of the fundamental elements of contract and company law. Analysis of the impact of business taxation on management decisions.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

This module aims to explore in an integrated way the different aspects of CRM, emphasizing its strategic importance for businesses and providing learners with the skills to design and implement successful CRM initiatives.

MARKETING & SALES STRATEGIES

Master market analysis tools (demand, competition, products, environment). Understand consumer behavior (qualitative and quantitative studies, introduction to panels), as well as the main factors influencing the purchase. Approach to the marketing and sales resources put in place to achieve the business objectives set by the company. Analysis of the complexity of the company and study of its environment.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

This module provides skills related to modern methods of design, monitoring, selection, evaluation methodology and project budgeting. Learners will be able to effectively use all the tools, techniques and methods that make up project management.

DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES

The implementation of the company’s major strategic theories is addressed through strategic case studies, consulting and organization in business, the development of the need to organize, plan and implement the strategy to contribute to the smooth running of the company. Determination of the scope of the act of purchase related to the activity of companies, the role of suppliers in the purchasing process, the negotiation of prices and deadlines as well as the management of transport and storage.

MARKETING B TO B

The objective of this module is to understand the specificities of B2B marketing in the context of companies to analyze marketing strategies and tactics adapted to transactions between companies to explore effective communication tools and channels for target companies and finally acquire the necessary skills to develop relevant and effective B2B marketing plans.

MARKETING DIGITAL & CRM

Understand digital channels to sell a product or promote a brand to consumers. Develop the use of the Internet and connected objects. Use of CRM (Customer Relationship Management). Know business strategies to manage relationships with customers and prospects.

INNOVATION & CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Provides a global vision of how to stand out from its market and enable productivity improvement, reduce costs, establish partnerships, foster the creative spirit of teams, focus continuous improvement. Allow an approach of marketing and commercial means to be put in place to achieve the business objectives set by the company.

SALES TECHNIQUES & COMMERCIAL EXCELLENCE

Exploration of strategies to convert the prospect into a customer, succeed in a sale, qualify, prepare and carry out his appointment, maintain a lasting relationship with his client through a BtoB and BtoC approach.

PURCHASING & LOGISTICS

Set up specific marketing offers, individualize and customize the offer offered to the customer. Take into account the need to adapt to new consumer behaviours by integrating a digital strategy.

WRITTEN EXAMS
PROFESSIONAL REPORT DEFENCE 

Second year courses

BUSINESS STRATEGY

BUSINESS DÉVELOPMENT & DIGITAL ACQUISITION

The acquisition of prospects or customers via digital is now essential. This module addresses good practices to develop the company at the digital level.

BUSINESS STRATEGY & DÉVELOPPEMENT COMMERCIAL

Understand the challenges of the strategic approach to ensure the sustainability of the company in a risky and constantly changing environment. Analyze the identity, organization, resources of the company in order to position it in the path of sustainable development. Make a diagnosis of the business environment knowing how to appreciate its ability to face the competition and adapt to the evolutions of the business world. Define and implement competitive advantages.

MARKETING & SALES STRATEGIES

Audit business strategy to make relevant decisions. Establish a marketing and sales plan by leveraging the company’s competitive advantages. Understand the particularities and strategic importance of international marketing. Discover the specificities of the international environment Europe, America, Asia/ China. Develop a marketing plan. Build strategies of market penetration.

MARKET STUDY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Learn how to choose a multichannel, cross-channel and omni-channel distribution strategy. Set up a cross-channel strategy and create a complementary and interactive strategy between the different channels to address a unique and identical discourse to the customer.  Set up specific marketing offers, individualize and customize the offer offered to the customer.  Take into account the need to adapt to new consumer behaviours by integrating a digital strategy. 

DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES

Learn how to choose a multichannel, cross-channel and omni-channel distribution strategy. Set up a cross-channel strategy and create a complementary and interactive strategy between the different channels to address a unique and identical discourse to the customer.  Set up specific marketing offers, individualize and customize the offer offered to the customer.  Take into account the need to adapt to new consumer behaviours by integrating a digital strategy. 

ACQUISITION & LOYALTY TECHNIQUE

Strategies, techniques and tools of direct marketing, POS, price reductions, Call Centers, sampling, contests, implementation of a promotional campaign. The key factors of a direct marketing operation. Consumer loyalty and new strategies digital tools.

CUSTOMER ENGINEERING & CRM

Set up a customer-oriented organization. Implement CRM tools. Establish a business action plan. Select and respond to a tender. Build a negotiation strategy.

DATA MARKETING

Apply SQL skills to analyze real-world datasets, using complex queries, joins, and subqueries. Analyze customer data and campaign results to improve marketing strategies, using CRM and marketing automation tools for segmentation, targeting and personalization.

KEY ACCOUNT STRATEGY

Develop a customer-centric business approach; understand the psychological drivers of the purchase decision and the behaviors of the actors in the purchase cycle. Understand key account development techniques through the use of tools, role plays and simulations.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

INTERNATIONAL METHODS OF MANAGEMENT

Multidisciplinary and multicultural team management is a challenge and requires specific skills. This module allows to integrate the best practices and to avoid the odd.

SALES FORCE MANAGEMENT

Establish an effective sales force organization. Measure and drive results. Evaluate and motivate the sales force.

COMPLEX & TECHNICAL SALES B TO B

Master the techniques of approach and preparation for trading with major accounts. Collect and analyze customer information to get to know it better. Build a key account relationship network. Identify stakeholders in the decision-making process.

PROFESSIONAL TOOLS & METHODS

The business game is carried out using a management simulator. Groups of learners are responsible for running a business in real time. All major business functions are discussed. Decisions are made to maximize the profitability of the company.

COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT

METHODOLOGY & DECISION SUPPORT TOOLS

This module aims to deepen the skills of learners in computer science to meet the demand of companies for budget or commercial monitoring, project management, personnel management and communication: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, team tools, business software. It aims to be efficient on office tools, identify and correct errors quickly.

E-COMMERCE & M-COMMERCE

The objective of this course is to identify and analyze all the digital contact points throughout the customer journey in order to deploy a customer-specific omnichannel marketing strategy, with a “Mobile First” logic.

LEGAL & CONTRACTUAL ASPECTS OF THE SALE

Supplier/distributor relationships: understand the implications of Raffarin, Galland, NRE, Dutreil and LME laws and circulars on trade policy, trading markets and commercial relationships. Develop general terms of sale, CPV, commercial cooperation and draw up annual contracts with distributors. Distributor/ consumer relations: consumer law, information obligation, price display, regulated and prohibited practices. Guarantees and after-sales service.

BUDGET DEVELOPMENT & REPORTING

Implement management tools (budgets, dashboards and reporting) and analyze data to optimize decision-making. Create budgets in line with the strategy and objectives. Implement and exploit budget control in a reporting logic. Organize the forecast management and ensure the monitoring of cash flow.

BUSINESS INGINEERING

APPLIED RESEARCH PAPER

The applied research thesis aims to develop analytical skills and reflection around a managerial issue. It is an opportunity to demonstrate rigour in the analysis of a problem or managerial issue and the formulation of operational recommendations. The research thesis is the reflection of the research work and is articulated in three highlights: literature review, qualitative and/ or quantitative study and its results, managerial recommendations.

BUSINESS ENGINEERING & TENDER MANAGEMENT

Know the missions and functions of the business engineer. Describe the tools to develop commercial actions. Build a written proposal in response to a call for tenders. Set up resources to respond to a call for tenders. Analyze a consultation. Conduct the financial feasibility study. Monitor the response work to the call for tenders. Analyze a complex sale taking into account the company’s competitive advantages and strategy.

BUSINESS ETHICS & CSR

Corporate Social Responsibility must be integrated by all departments of the company, the different components of CSR will be addressed. Business ethics presents the rules and principles of ethics in the context of economic and commercial affairs. The concepts of transparency, objectivity, reliability, honesty and prudence will therefore be studied.

WRITTEN EXAMS
PROFESSIONAL REPORT DEFENCE


2 intakes per year and various rhythms of studies

There are two intakes per year, in February/March and September/October. To check the opening of each intake, contact the admissions department directly.

The pace of the course may differ from campus to campus and depending on whether the course is carried out under an internship agreement (initial) or a professionalization/apprenticeship contract (continuing).

The work-study contract must be signed for a period of 12 months (MSc2) or 24 months (MSc1 + MSc2).

To find out the duration of the contract for our Spring intake, please contact the Admissions Department of the campus that interests you.

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Career opportunities after an MSc Business Development & Business Engineering

  • Business Development Manager / Sales Manager / Sales Manager / Sales Director
  • Sales engineer / Business engineer / Business manager / Technical sales manager / Business manager
  • Sales Manager / Area Manager

To consult the detailed job sheets by specialization.

Objectives / What are the business skills developed?

  • Definition of the commercial strategy and proposal of a relevant offer
  • Development and implementation of sales engineering and customer relationship management
  • Management of sales teams
  • Steering the performance of commercial activities and managing budgets
  • Optional block: Business Engineering
Description of the procedures for acquiring certification by capitalization of skill blocks and/or correspondence

Certification is obtained by:

  • The validation of four skill blocks common to all pathways and one specialization block based on the candidate’s pathway. (score 10/20 or higher in each competency block).
  • Completion of a period of 132 days minimum on the second year of the course (MSc 2).

Professional certification of “Business Development Manager” , NSF code 312, delivered by INSEEC (INSEEC EXECUTIVE EDUCATION, CEE-RA, CEE-SO, MBA INSTITUTE and CEFAS), registered under the number 34994 in the NCPR (National Directory of Professional Qualifications) by decision of France Compétences of October 14, 2020.

The certification is issued by capitalization of the totality of the blocks of competences. Each competency of a block must be validated to validate the block of competencies. Partial validation of a block is not possible.

Find the blocks of competences associated with this RNCP title by clicking here .

What are the teaching methods?

Teaching methods

  • Lectures and interactive courses
  • Situational exercises through collective or individual case studies carried out by the students
  • Conferences, seminars and educational visits

Evaluation methods

  • Individual or group case studies
  • Individual and group oral presentations
  • Individual and group files

Methods and tools

  • The evaluation methods are face-to-face, in the form of continuous assessment or final exams in the form of mid-term exams.

What is the 2025/2026 tuition fees?

SPRING INTAKE – 2025

Initial training:

  • MSc1 : 10 650 €  
  • MSc2 : 12 550 €  

Continuing education (sandwich course) :

  • 24 months : 22 500 € HT  
  • MSc2 :  12 950 € HT 

FALL INTAKE – 2025

Initial training:

  • MSc1 : 10 990 €  
  • MSc2 : 13 490 €  

Continuing education (sandwich course) :

  • 24 months : 23 400 € HT  
  • MSc2 :  13 490 € HT 

In the context of work-study training, tuition fees are payable by the OPCO and the company signing the contract.

Do you have any questions about work-study or our school in general? Consult our frequently asked questions.

VAE/VAP :

  • VAE : 4 200 € HT
  • VAP : 850 € HT

International Student Pack: Mandatory fee of €490 for exclusive support services for international students.

What kind of financial aid is available?

INSEEC offers several financial aid schemes:

key numbers of the MSc Business Development & Business Engineering

97%

Overall satisfaction rate with training – Class of 2023

94%

Success rate – Class of 2013

89%

Employability rate – Class of 2022

82%

CDI rate at 6 months

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Updated 18 December 2024