It is our strong international community that makes our degrees so revelatory. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, Franklin Hudson – ISM is ready to challenge the way you think about business.
This is what global leaders are made of.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
in International Business
Introducing our flagship Ph.D. in International Business, a program that propels scholars to make groundbreaking contributions to both academia and practice.
Immerse yourself in a world of intellectual exploration guided by distinguished faculty with a research-driven curriculum.
Doctor of Business
Administration (DBA)
Our DBA in International Business is dedicated to nurturing innovative thought and fostering practice oriented research.
Led by accomplished faculty with extensive industry expertise, this doctoral program empowers you to address real-world challenges and drive positive change within your industry.
International Master of Business Administration (IMBA)
Our IMBA is tailored for aspiring leaders seeking a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of international business. This program equips you with the skills and insights required to navigate the global landscape.
Immerse yourself in diverse cultural perspectives, study at your own pace, and elevate your career.
“The school is very hands-on with the development of its students and creates professionals destined for greater horizons.”
— Paolo Vittorio Aradillos, IMBA Alumnus from the Philippines
Our Programs Manager, Keira Rakoff (IMBA ’19), accompanies you throughout your entire academic journey.
She handles visa documentation, provides accommodation suggestions for all study locations, issues student ID cards, and manages registrar services.
Keira also oversees key academic operations, including course coordination, student progress monitoring, faculty support, and the full graduation process. She is your reliable point of contact from your first enrollment step to the completion of your program.
Accreditation & Recognition
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All programs are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), a leading specialized accreditation body for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence and student learning outcomes.
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Our institution has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), which is recognized by the Council for Higher Education (CHEA) in the United States.
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Franklin Hudson has received institutional accreditation from the ATHEA Board of Commissioners for the Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation (ATHEA), based on the European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance (ESG), which is required for recognition by the European Quality Assurance Register in Higher Education (EQAR).
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Franklin Hudson is registered as a private establishment of higher education in France with an official status from the French Ministry of Education: Établissement d'enseignement supérieur privé technique. Our International MBA, DBA and PhD programs are recognized as higher education programs.
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Franklin Hudson — ISM programs are all listed on the CHEA database through its programmatic accreditations, which are recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in the United States.
This status confirms that our degree programs meet established U.S. quality assurance standards, thereby strengthening our international credibility and supporting the global recognition of our qualifications.
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Paris
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Technology
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Paris
September, 2027
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Mexico City
November, 2027
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Paris
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Singapore
March, 2028
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Paris
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Leadership
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September, 2028
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November, 2028
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Paris
January, 2029
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Cape Town
March, 2029
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Zürich
May, 2029
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New York
July, 2029
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Paris
September, 2029
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Seoul
November, 2029
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Paris
January, 2030
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March, 2030
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May, 2030
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July, 2030
AI for Business
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Paris
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Leadership
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November, 2030
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Online Courses
& Global Learning Flexibility
At Franklin Hudson — ISM, all online courses are delivered asynchronously, providing students with full flexibility to study from anywhere in the world.
To maintain a strong sense of cohort and community, each course includes optional live sessions with faculty, offering real-time interaction without requiring synchronous attendance.
These options perfectly complement their online learning with our in-person international programs offered throughout the year in major global hubs.
