ISC Paris Business School

Founded in 1963 by entrepreneur and educator Paul Icard, ISC Paris Business School is one of France’s leading private, independent institutions of higher education. For more than 60 years, the school has combined academic excellence with innovation, entrepreneurship, and active learning.

A member of the prestigious Conférence des Grandes Écoles and ranked among the top 20 French business schools, ISC Paris holds four international accreditations—AACSB, AMBA, BGA and EFMD Accredited (formerly EPAS)—a distinction achieved by only a select group of business schools worldwide.

Action learning at the core

ISC Paris is recognized for its learning by doing approach. Its signature Action Learning pedagogy places students at the center of their education by engaging them in real-world challenges with companies, startups, and organizations. Consulting projects, business simulations, and entrepreneurial initiatives allow students to apply theory immediately to practice, strengthening their analytical, creative, and leadership skills.

An engaged community

Engagement defines the ISC Paris experience. The school connects students with a strong network of more than 20,000 alumni and a wide range of corporate partners. Student-led associations, community projects, and sustainability initiatives reinforce teamwork, responsibility, and impact, preparing graduates to lead with purpose.

Global perspective

With more than 2,000 students from over 60 nationalities and partnerships with more than 120 universities worldwide, ISC Paris offers a rich international environment. Opportunities for study abroad, double degrees, and multicultural teamwork give graduates the global mindset required in today’s interconnected business world.

Shaping responsible leaders

The mission of ISC Paris is clear: to enable our learners to reveal their talents which serve society and enterprises for a sustainable future in an international context. Through its distinctive mix of academic rigor, active learning, and international exposure, the school develops graduates who are equipped to drive meaningful change.