Perrimond Higher Education

What Perrimond Higher Education does

Perrimond Enseignement Supérieur is a private higher education institution under diocesan (Catholic Church) supervision, headquartered in Marseille's 7th arrondissement at 244 Chemin du Roucas Blanc. Founded in 1938, it serves approximately 750 students across 23 programs spanning Bac+2 to Bac+5 in the tertiary sector — commerce, international trade, communication, event management, marketing, HR, and accounting — delivered through BTS vocational diplomas, a CPGE preparatory class for business-school entrance, Bachelor-level programs (RNCP Level 6), and Manager-level programs (RNCP Level 7). The portfolio is offered in initial training and alternating (apprenticeship) formats, with several Bac+5 Manager programs certified through partner institutions including Formatives, IFAG, Manitude, Excelia Group, and Campus La Salle. The technology layer is limited to a digital learning platform providing ScholarVox eBook library access, Europresse digital press, and the CDR (Centre de Documentation et de Recherche) online resource hub — there is no proprietary AI/ML component disclosed.

The business model combines tuition from initial-training students, French apprenticeship tax (taxe d'apprentissage) contributions from the Club des Grands Partenaires (a network of 19 regional employers including BNP Paribas, Castorama, CMA CGM, Airbus, and Galeries Lafayette), and Erasmus+ and regional mobility grants that fund international placements. GTM is multi-channel: BTS and CPGE programs are enrolled through the national Parcoursup platform; Bac+3 to Bac+5 registrations are direct via the institutional website; alternating students are sourced through job-dating events and the annual Afterwork Entreprises hosted with Grand Partenaires; and student ambassadors plus Datalumni word-of-mouth provide a community-led acquisition layer. International mobility, anchored by the Erasmus+ Charter held since 2004, supports roughly 100 outgoing students per year across 100 partner-university destinations in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Name

Perrimond Higher Education

Legal name

Perrimond Enseignement Supérieur

Website

https://perrimond.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1938

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Perrimond Enseignement Supérieur is a private, diocesan-supervised higher education institution in Marseille, founded 1938, serving 750 students across BTS, CPGE, Bachelor, and Manager programs in commerce, HR, communication, and international trade.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International Branch Campus & Offshore Program Partnerships (EDAIABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Study Abroad Program Management & Administration (for Institutions) (EDAIAAAJ), On-Ground Orientation, Travel, Transfers & Logistics Support (EDAIAHAL), International Student Onboarding & Pre-Departure Orientation Services (EDAIACAG)

Keywords

• Higher education
• Vocational training
• Apprenticeship programs
• Business management programs
• Tertiary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Marseille

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Apprenticeship Tax (Taxe d'apprentissage): Companies contribute a portion of their apprenticeship tax to fund student training. Perrimond receives contributions from Grand Partenaires and other partner companies to support educational programs and facilities.
2. Student Tuition (Initial Formation): Revenue from students in initial training programs (BTS, CPGE) who pay tuition fees. BTS and CPGE programs accessed via Parcoursup national platform.
3. Erasmus+ and Regional Mobility Funding: European and regional grants for international mobility programs supporting student exchanges and international placements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Perrimond Enseignement Supérieur is a Marseille-based higher education institution founded in 1938 that delivers vocational and academic programs (BTS, Bachelor, Manager/Master level, RNCP certified) in commerce, human resources, communication, event management, accounting, and international trade. Programs are offered in both initial training and alternating (apprenticeship) formats, with international mobility options through the Erasmus+ charter signed in 2004. The institution serves approximately 750 students and partners with 19 major regional companies through its Club des Grands Partenaires to facilitate student placement.

Product overview

Perrimond Enseignement Supérieur is a higher education institution under diocesan supervision in Marseille, established in 1938, offering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational and academic programs from Bac+2 to Bac+5 in the tertiary sector. The core product portfolio comprises BTS (Brevet de Technicien Supérieur) two-year vocational diplomas including Commerce International, SAM, Gestion PME, Communication, Comptabilité Gestion, and Management Commercial Opérationnel; a CPGE preparatory class for business school entrance; Bachelor-level programs (Licences and Bachelors) in Business Management, HR, and Commerce specializations; and Master's level Manager programs (RNCP Level 7) in Human Resources, Retail Management, Wholesale/B2B, Business Affairs (Ingénieur d'affaires and Marketing digital specializations), Event Project Management, and International Business Development. Programs are offered in initial and/or alternating (apprenticeship) formats. Supplementary offerings include the Entr'UP Tous entrepreneurial incubation program, the La com & toi inter-BTS Communication competition, and AST exam preparation for business school admission. The institution serves 750 students and maintains a network of 19 major partner companies through its Club des Grands Partenaires.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Entr'UP Tous: Entrepreneurial incubation program for students from BTS to Bac+5, providing accompaniment to entrepreneurship projects through three pathways: creation accompaniment, business games, and entrepreneurial news events.

Products and services

• BTS Commerce International Two-year vocational diploma (Bac+2) preparing students for careers in export/import and international trade operations. Accessed via the Parcoursup national platform.
• BTS Support à l'Action Managériale (SAM) BTS program preparing students for administrative and managerial support roles, formerly known as Assistant de Direction.
• BTS Gestion de la PME BTS program focused on small and medium enterprise management, covering administrative, financial, and operational aspects.
• BTS Communication BTS program in Communication, training students in corporate communication strategies, media planning, and digital communication.
• BTS Comptabilité et Gestion BTS program in Accounting and Management, preparing students for accounting, financial analysis, and business management roles.
• BTS Management Commercial Opérationnel (MCO) BTS program in Operational Commercial Management, focusing on sales, customer relations, and retail operations management.
• CPGE Économique et Commerciale Classe Préparatoire aux Grandes Écoles de Commerce, a two-year preparatory class for business school entrance exams, with a specific technological track for Bac STMG students.
• Licence Gestion des Entreprises et des Organisations Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) in Business and Organization Management, RNCP Level 6 certified.
• Licence Commerce, Vente et Marketing Digital Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) in Commerce, Sales, and Digital Marketing, offered in apprenticeship format.
• Bachelor Responsable du développement commercial Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) in Business Development Management, RNCP Level 6 certified, with Retail specialization track.
• Bachelor Responsable de Gestion des Ressources Humaines Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) in Human Resources Management, RNCP Level 6 certified, offered in apprenticeship format.
• Bachelor Responsable du développement commercial parcours Marketing digital Bachelor's degree specialization in Digital Marketing, focusing on digital strategy, e-commerce, and online marketing campaigns.
• Bachelor Responsable du développement commercial parcours Événementiel Bachelor's degree specialization in Event Management, covering event planning, coordination, and project management.
• Bachelor Responsable de zone import-export Bachelor's degree in International Trade Zone Management, preparing students for export/import coordination roles.
• Bachelor Responsable du développement des activités parcours GEO Bachelor's degree in Business Development Management, Gestion des Entreprises et des Organisations specialization track, RNCP Level 6 certified.
• Manager en Ressources Humaines Master's level program (Bac+5) in Human Resources Management, RNCP Level 7 certification delivered by Formatives. Covers strategic HR planning, talent management, and organizational development. 85% success rate in 2025.
• Manager de commerce et de centre de profit parcours Retail Master's level program (Bac+5) in Retail Commerce and Profit Center Management, RNCP Level 7 certified by IFAG, with optional Castorama Retail specialization. Focuses on retail strategy, store management, and commercial development.
• Manager de commerce et de centre de profit parcours Wholesale B to B Master's level program (Bac+5) in Wholesale/B2B Commerce and Profit Center Management, RNCP Level 7 certified by IFAG. 100% success rate in 2025.
• Manager d'affaires parcours Ingénieur d'affaires Master's level program (Bac+5) in Business Engineering, RNCP Level 7 certified by Manitude. 100% success rate in 2025. Focuses on complex B2B sales, negotiation, and key account management.
• Manager d'affaires parcours Marketing digital Master's level program (Bac+5) in Business Affairs with Digital Marketing specialization, RNCP Level 7 certified by Manitude. 88% success rate in 2025. Partnership with Charles Péguy institution.
• Manager de projet événementiel Master's level program (Bac+5) in Event Project Management, RNCP Level 7 certified by Excelia Group. Covers event conception, marketing, coordination, and QSE management.
• Manager du développement international parcours A1 à l'étranger Master's level program (Bac+5) in International Business Development with Year 1 abroad at Lasallian partner universities followed by Year 2 in alternating format in France.
• Manager du développement international parcours en alternance Master's level program (Bac+5) in International Business Development delivered entirely in apprenticeship format by Campus La Salle, RNCP Level 7. Opened September 2025.
• Préparation aux Concours AST (Passerelle et Écricome Tremplin) Exam preparation program for business school admission via AST (Admission Sur Titre) competitions, including Passerelle (6 schools) and Ecricome Tremplin (5 schools), in partnership with Kedge and Montpellier Business School.
• Entr'UP Tous - Parcours d'incubation entrepreneuriale

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of students recommend Perrimond
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

32 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• CI MédiaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire of Perrimond, participating in the Club des Grands Partenaires network for student recruitment and integration.
• ONETminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire in the Club des Grands Partenaires, contributing to student placement ecosystem.
• Design Mobilier BureauminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire providing office solutions and student recruitment support.
• Groupe BPCEminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire banking group offering student internship and apprenticeship opportunities.
• ACE CréditminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire credit institution participating in student integration network.
• CastoramacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor retail partner with dedicated Castorama Retail specialization option for Bac+5 Manager Commerce. Offers specialized curriculum modules and exclusive internship placements.
• BNP ParibasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire global bank providing banking sector recruitment and internship opportunities.
• Gi Life SciencesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire life sciences company in the regional partner network.
• Solimut Mutuelles de FranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire mutual insurance company in the partner network.
• ASPTT MarseilleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire sports association providing student integration opportunities.
• Galeries LafayetteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire luxury department store group offering retail sector recruitment.
• PhocealightminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire regional company in the partner network.
• ANAFminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire association in the partner network.
• Vast RHminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire HR consulting firm providing recruitment expertise and student placement.
• SATT Sud-EstminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire technology transfer company supporting innovation ecosystem.
• CanonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire technology company providing equipment and support.
• IntersportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrand Partenaire sports retail chain offering retail sector opportunities.
• Erasmus+ (European Commission)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerErasmus+ charter signatory since 2004, enabling student mobility and international exchanges with partner universities worldwide. Provides funding for international placements.
• EPHEC - BruxellesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partner in Brussels, Belgium for international exchange programs.
• Centennial College TorontominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational university partner in Canada for Bac+5 Manager Développement International Year 1.
• Universidad de LeonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish university partner for international exchange and semester abroad programs.
• DLSU ManilaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhilippines university partner for international development programs.
• La Salle Saint-Étienne (Campus La Salle)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelivers Bac+5 Manager du Développement International certification. Partnership enables international year at Lasallien network universities.
• Charles PéguycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarseille educational institution in coopetition partnership, co-delivering Bac+5 Marketing Digital program. Renewed annual collaboration for student pathways.
• Excelia GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelivers Bac+5 Manager de Projet Événementiel certification. Co-certification partner for event management specialization.
• FormativescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertification body delivering Bac+5 Manager RH and Bac+3 Bachelor Responsable Développement Activités certifications.
• ManitudecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertification body delivering Bac+5 Manager d'affaires (Marketing Digital and Ingénieur d'affaires tracks) certifications.
• IFAGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness school certification partner delivering Bac+5 Manager Commerce et Centre de Profit (Wholesale B2B) certification.
• Eurasia NetminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAdministrative partner for Service Civique International year, handling international placement logistics.
• Accélérateur MminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIncubation accelerator partner supporting student entrepreneurship program Entr'UP Tous with Capital Jeune Créateur.
• Le TransforamaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBusiness game partner for entrepreneurship program, providing real-world business simulation for 2nd year students.
• CFA Cité TechniquecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApprentice training center partnership enabling alternating programs from 2019 onwards through convention agreement.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• IFAG: IFAG is a French network of business schools delivering Bac+5 Manager Commerce et Centre de Profit (Wholesale B2B) and related programs with a multi-campus footprint. Functions as both a partner (delivering Perrimond's Manager Commerce B2B certification) and a direct competitor for the same Bac+5 commerce and business development student segment across France.
• Manitude: Manitude is a French business school delivering Bac+5 certifications including Manager d'affaires and Ingénieur d'affaires programs. Functions as both a co-certification partner for Perrimond's Manager d'affaires tracks and a direct competitor offering similar business engineering and B2B commerce credentials to the same audience.
• Pigier Performance: Pigier is a national network of French schools delivering BTS, Bachelor, and Master programs in commerce, management, communication, and marketing. Directly comparable to Perrimond's BTS-to-Bac+5 portfolio across the same tertiary-sector disciplines, competing for the same Bac graduates and apprenticeship candidates nationwide.
• MBway: MBway is a national network of French business schools specializing in alternance (apprenticeship) programs from Bac+3 to Bac+5 in commerce, marketing, HR, and international trade. Directly comparable to Perrimond's alternating programs in the same disciplines, targeting similar Bac+2 graduates seeking work-integrated Bachelor and Master credentials.
• Excelia Group: Excelia is a French business school group (formerly Sup de V) offering Bachelor and Master-level programs in commerce, marketing, and management with strong apprenticeship tracks. Directly comparable to Perrimond as a co-certification partner for Manager Projet Événementiel and a competitor for the same regional and national Bac+3/Bac+5 student market in commerce and management.
• ECORIS: ECORIS is a French BTS and Bachelor-focused school group with programs in commerce, accounting, and management. Closely comparable to Perrimond's BTS and Bachelor-level offerings in size, program mix (BTS MCO, BTS Commerce International, BTS Comptabilité), and target Bac-graduate audience.

Broad incumbents

• IESEG School of Management: IESEG is a French business school with campuses in Lille and Paris, offering Bachelor, Master in Management, and MSc programs with strong international exchange. A broader incumbent competing with Perrimond in the Bac+5 management and commerce market, though operating at larger scale and with a more research-oriented portfolio.
• Montpellier Business School: Montpellier Business School is a triple-accredited French business school offering Bachelor and Master programs in management, marketing, and finance. Functions as an AST exam prep partner alongside Perrimond and competes in the broader southern-France Bac+5 management education market with a larger, more research-oriented portfolio.
• CESI: CESI is a major French higher education institution offering Bachelor and Master-level programs in engineering, IT, and management across 25+ campuses. Competes with Perrimond for the same Bac+3/Bac+5 alternation-seeking students in management and commerce disciplines, though operating at significantly larger scale and with a broader program portfolio.
• Kedge Business School: Kedge is one of France's largest triple-accredited business schools with campuses in Marseille, Bordeaux, Paris, and international locations, offering broad Bachelor, Master, and MBA programs. Functions as an AST exam prep partner for Perrimond's Concours AST program and competes in the broader Bac+5 management education market in the same PACA region.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/perrimond

Compliance5 records

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Profiles10 records

Funding overview

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