New: the ESCI offers the BTS Commerce International!

29 June 2023 ESCI Group

New: the ESCI offers the BTS Commerce International!

Why take a BTS in international trade?

With globalization and the opening up of European Union markets, trade now transcends borders. Mastering the challenges of international trade has therefore become essential for companies wishing to prosper on a global scale.

Aware of this reality, the ESCI recently launched a new work-study BTS in International Commerce, offering students a complete and specialized training in a rapidly expanding field.

At the end of the program, students validating their year will receive: the BTS Commerce International, a level 3 RNCP (European Level 5) qualification: Bac+2, awarded by the French Ministry of Education.

Graduates of the BTS International Commerce program will be responsible for: regularly monitoring foreign markets, managing the administrative and commercial follow-up of purchases and sales, etc.

In addition, students learn at least two foreign languages, to use all information and communication technologies, and to respect the law as well as ethics and professional conduct.

How do I qualify for the BTS International Commerce diploma?

To enroll for the BTS Commerce International, you need to have a BAC or a level 4 professional qualification (EU).

Content and skills of the BTS in International Trade

Professional subjects :

- Intercultural business relations in English and French
- Implementation of international operations
- International business development

General subjects :

- English and 2nd language
- General culture and expression
- General economics
- Business management
- Law

Skills developed :

Drawing up and managing a company's international development strategy
Designing and implementing an international sales strategy
Developing a portfolio of international customers by organizing and conducting multinational negotiations
Design and implementation of an international marketing strategy
Optimize and manage international purchasing processes and flows of goods and services
Organization and management of projects and operations for an international company

What to do after a BTS in international trade

The BTS International Commerce diploma enables rapid integration into the job market. Import, export, customs, logistics... job opportunities are varied, ranging from sales positions for multinational companies (banking, food processing, food or pharmaceutical industry, transport/logistics), to roles as Negotiators specializing in international markets. Statistics also show that graduates of a BTS in international trade generally enjoy competitive salaries and interesting career prospects.

Further studies

The BTS Commerce International is designed for professional integration, but it can also be a good springboard for further study: you can continue your studies with a Bachelor's degree, a Master's degree, a professional degree in the international trade sector, or a business school.

Here are some of the courses you can join:

Bachelor's degree in Marketing Business development and communication

ESCI Grande École program (2 options in 5th year)

- International Management and Marketing

- International Purchasing and Supply Chain

The ESM-A Grande Ecole program