Overview

Explore global business concepts, make data-driven decisions, and gain international experience. Taught between King’s Business School and EDHEC Business School, this double degree will provide you with the opportunity to study at two internationally renowned institutions, offering a comprehensive understanding of global business practices & the experience of studying in two countries.

You will begin your studies in London at King’s, focusing on foundations in business, management & analytics during the first two years, alongside an introduction to international business concepts. In the final two years, you will transition to the EDHEC campus in Lille, where you can specialise in areas such as finance, strategy, or marketing, tailoring your education to your individual interests & career aspirations.

King's Business School is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for Business & Management Studies (QS World University Rankings, 2025), and EDHEC Business School is ranked 7th in Europe by the Financial Times (European Business School Rankings, 2024).

Key benefits

  • Upon graduating from the programme, you will be awarded degrees from both King's and EDHEC.
  • Learn the foundations of business, analytics and finance during years 1 & 2, studying at King's Business School in London.
  • Study at the EDHEC campus in Lille, France during years 3 & 4, where you will undertake internship opportunities and choose a specialism.
  • Experience a globally renowned management education - both EDHEC and King's are triple accredited by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA.
  • Prepare for your two years in France with optional pre-sessional language courses provided by King's Language Centre.

Course essentials

In today’s rapidly evolving global environment, organisations face a variety of complex challenges, shaped by political shifts, economic volatility, technological advancements, and environmental concerns. To succeed in this landscape, future graduates must be agile and innovative. They need to move beyond traditional silos of business disciplines, becoming well-rounded professionals with strong analytical skills and a global perspective.

This collaborative programme brings together the academic strengths of King’s Business School, one of the UK’s leading institutions for undergraduate business education, and EDHEC, one of Europe’s top 10 business schools. It sets itself apart from traditional business analytics courses by embedding a strong international focus throughout.

The programme will provide you with dual perspectives on global business practices both within the curriculum, but also by the nature of the delivery, by spreading learning across two universities. In the first two years at King’s, you will build a strong foundation in business and management, as well as gaining essential knowledge in analytics and international business. The final two years at EDHEC allow students to deepen their knowledge in the business management field, as well as choose among the proposed specialisations and minors.

King’s Language Centre will offer optional French language classes for students joining this course. While French is not required to complete the programme, these classes are designed to help you prepare for living and studying in France. They’ll support you in getting to know Lille, navigating everyday life, and understanding French food and culture.

Key Information

Course type:

Single honours at King's plus other award at partner institution

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Required A-Levels:

A*AA

Duration:

Four years

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Application deadline:

18 September 2025

Administrative bodies

Awarding body

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King's College London and Affiliates

Regulating body

Base campuses

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Strand Campus

Strand Campus feels like the heart of London—historic yet buzzing with energy. Nestled by the Thames, it offers world-class academics, vibrant student life, and endless inspiration from the city’s culture and diversity.

Campus EDHEC Business School Lille

EDHEC Campus

The EDHEC Campus in Lille, located inside a huge wooded park, offers an outstanding education in an exceptional, welcoming and connected environment.