ICBS Global

What ICBS Global does

ICBS Global is a multi-campus international education network headquartered in Dubai, UAE, operating four campuses across Dubai (UAE), Rabat (Morocco), Tunis (Tunisia), and London (UK). The institution delivers bilingual (English/French) education from vocational diplomas through RNCP-certified master's-level programs, serving a diverse student body drawn from 30+ countries at the Dubai campus alone. Its product portfolio spans OTHM-accredited diplomas (Levels 3–5 in Business Management, Education & Training, and Information Technology), RNCP Level 7 MBA programs in French awarded by ESGCV and registered with France Compétences, a general Diploma Program covering Computer Science, Commerce & Digital Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, and BIM, the Language Elite Academy (LEA) preparing students for IELTS, TEF, and TCF exams, professional short certifications (Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Power BI, Digital Marketing), a one-week all-inclusive Mobility Program for cross-campus immersion, an Apprenticeship/alternance program with French partner companies, and ICBS Academy offering children's enrichment (ages 5–13: Coding, Robotics, Creative Arts, Chess, Abacus) plus seasonal camps.

The business model is tuition-driven and consumer-facing. Revenue is generated across four primary streams: degree program tuition (recurring), language training courses (recurring), professional certifications (one-time), and children's enrichment programs (recurring). Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is provided upon inquiry through regional admissions teams. The institution is accredited by KHDA (Dubai), OTHM (UK), ATHE (UK), ASIC (international), and holds RNCP Level 7 certification for its MBA programs, with progression pathways articulated to eight UK universities (Heriot-Watt, London South Bank, Queen Mary, Royal Holloway, Exeter, Liverpool, Chester, Wrexham). The core technology is a hybrid/online learning management infrastructure supporting bilingual delivery, cross-campus mobility, and digital certification.

Go-to-market is sales-led via dedicated admissions teams on-site and online, event-driven around scheduled intake dates (L5 intake October 2025, Bachelor's/MBA November 2025, Fall webinars), and channel-partner enabled through university articulation agreements that convert OTHM diplomas into degree seats abroad. The organization operates as a private, founder/management-owned entity with 16 total employees across the network, and no evidence of external funding or institutional investor involvement is disclosed.

Name

ICBS Global

Legal name

ICBS Global

Website

https://icbsglobal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ICBS Global is a multi-campus international education network offering bilingual English/French programs — from vocational diplomas to RNCP-certified MBAs — across campuses in Dubai, Morocco, Tunisia, and the UK, serving students seeking internationally accredited credentials and cross-border degree pathways.

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Product category

International Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online International & Cross-Border Universities (Global/Transnational Providers) (EDAHALAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

University-Affiliated Pathway & Foundation Programs (EDAIAJAA), Hybrid, Multi-Location & Multi-Country Study Abroad Programs (EDAIAAAE)

Keywords

• Higher education programs
• International diploma programs
• Bilingual academic instruction
• Professional certification training
• Language exam preparation

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Diploma and Degree Program Tuition: Revenue generated from tuition fees for full-time and part-time diploma programs, bachelor's degrees, and master's (MBA) programs. Programs offered in English or French with hybrid or online delivery. Apprenticeship model (in France and remotely) provides paid practical training alongside study.
2. Language Elite Academy (LEA) Programs: Revenue from language training courses covering English, French, Arabic, and Darja. Includes preparation for internationally recognized exams such as IELTS, TEF, and TCF for immigration pathways to Canada, US, UK, and Europe. Courses available in group classes, private tutoring, and online formats.
3. ICBS Academy – Children's Enrichment Courses: Revenue from after-school and weekend enrichment programs for children aged 5–13, including Abacus, Coding, Robotics, Creative Arts, Chess & Rubik's Cube, and tuition classes (KG to Grade 12). Programs offered in-person and as part of summer/winter camps.
4. Professional Certification Courses: Revenue from short professional certification programs in areas such as Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Cyber Security, Power BI, Modern Application Development, General & Management Accounting, Computerized Accounting, and Data Analytics. Programs offered part-time with evening and weekend scheduling.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ICBS Global is a higher education institution operating a multi-campus network that delivers bilingual (English/French) academic programs ranging from vocational diplomas and OTHM Level 3-5 qualifications through RNCP-accredited Level 7 MBAs, bachelor's and master's degrees, professional certifications, language training (IELTS/TEF/TCF preparation), a structured mobility program, and a France-based apprenticeship pathway. Programs are delivered on-site at campuses in Dubai, Rabat, Tunis, and London, supplemented by hybrid and online options, with university progression agreements enabling access to partner institutions in the UK, Europe, and North America.

Product overview

ICBS Global is a higher education institution operating a multi-campus network across Dubai (UAE), Morocco, Tunis, and the UK. Its product portfolio spans OTHM-accredited diploma programs (Business Management, Education & Training, Information Technology at Levels 3–5), RNCP-certified MBA programs in French (Business Unit, Marketing & Communication, Strategic HR, Finance, Management Control & Audit), a general Diploma Program (Computer Science, Commerce & Digital Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, BIM), Language Elite Academy (LEA) for IELTS/TEF/TCF exam preparation, a one-week all-inclusive Mobility Program, an Apprenticeship Program with partner companies in France, ICBS Morocco's full degree ladder (DTS vocational diplomas, Bachelor's, and Master's in International Trade, Accounting & Finance, Software Development), professional short certifications (Cyber Security, Power BI, Digital Marketing, ECommerce, Modern App Development) at both Dubai and Morocco campuses, and ICBS Academy offering kids' enrichment programs (Coding, Robotics, Creative Arts, Chess, Abacus, Tuition Classes KG–Grade 12) plus seasonal Summer Camps. The architecture is organized as a unified institution with regional campuses each serving distinct educational levels and credential types, unified by bilingual (English/French) delivery, KHDA and OTHM (UK) accreditation, and RNCP (France) certification for MBA programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• OTHM Diplomas OTHM Level 3, 4, and 5 diplomas in Business Management, Education & Training, and Information Technology providing pathways to university progression and internationally recognized qualifications accredited by OTHM UK, for students pursuing globally portable credentials.
• RNCP MBA Programs RNCP-certified Level 7 MBA programs in French offered through ICBS Dubai, including Business Unit, Marketing & Communication, Strategic HR Management, Finance, and Management Control & Audit, awarded by ESGCV, for working professionals and graduates seeking internationally state-recognized management credentials.
• Diploma Program Full-time or part-time diploma program delivered in hybrid or online format, taught in English or French, covering Computer Science, Commerce & Digital Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, and Building Information Modeling (BIM), for students seeking internationally recognized foundational qualifications.
• Language Elite Academy (LEA) Program Language training program offering courses in English, French, Arabic, and Darja from beginner to intermediate levels, with preparation for international exams including IELTS, TEF, and TCF, for working professionals and language learners targeting immigration, career advancement, or cultural integration.
• Mobility Program One-week immersive mobility program with all-inclusive arrangements (flight, visa, insurance, accommodation, transportation), combining cultural immersion, specialized training, and professional networking across international destinations, for students seeking cross-border academic and professional exposure.
• Apprenticeship Program Work-study apprenticeship program offering internship and alternance opportunities in France and remotely through a network of partner companies, with personalized support from CV preparation to interview coaching, for students and young professionals combining academic learning with paid professional experience.
• ICBS Academy Kids' Enrichment Programs After-school and weekend enrichment programs for children aged 5-13 and school-age students (KG to Grade 12), offering Coding, Creative Arts, Robotics, Chess & Rubik's Cube, Abacus & Mental Math, and Tuition Classes, plus seasonal Summer Camps, for parents seeking supplemental education and STEM skill-building in the UAE.
• ICBS Morocco DTS Programs Specialized Technician Diploma (DTS) programs in Morocco covering International Trade, Accounting and Finance, and Software Development, providing foundational vocational training with French and English bilingual delivery.
• ICBS Morocco Bachelor's Degree Programs Bachelor's degree programs in Morocco in International Trade, Accounting and Finance, and Software Development, delivered bilingually in French and English.
• ICBS Morocco Master's Degree Programs Master's degree programs in Morocco covering International Trade, Accounting and Finance, and Software Development & Advanced Technologies, with French diploma certification for graduates seeking advanced degrees.
• ICBS Morocco Professional Certifications Short professional certification courses in Morocco covering Accounting (General & Management Accounting, Computerized Accounting), Business/Commerce (Digital Marketing, E-Commerce), and Information Technology (Cyber Security, Power BI, Modern Application Development & Deployment).
• ICBS Dubai IT Certification Courses IT certification courses including Data Analytics (intermediate machine learning and data pipelines) and Digital Marketing, available through ICBS Dubai for professionals seeking targeted technology credentials.
• ICBS Dubai Language Courses Language courses including Arabic for non-Arabic speakers and Spoken English designed to build conversational fluency for professional and daily communication in the UAE.
• University Pathways Guaranteed progression pathways connecting OTHM courses to bachelor's and master's degrees at partner universities in the UK, Europe, North America, and beyond, for ICBS graduates seeking degree completion at internationally recognized institutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• RNCP-accredited MBA programs at Level 7 (France Compétences registered), providing access to immigration and career pathways in Canada, US, UK, and Europe
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and moderate.

• Heriot-Watt UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner listed on ICBS Global's partner page. Heriot-Watt University is one of several UK institutions with which ICBS maintains academic relationships for student mobility, cross-campus exchange, and university pathway programs enabling students to progress from ICBS diplomas to degree completion in the UK.
• London South Bank UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner featured on ICBS Global's partner page. The partnership supports academic mobility, credit transfer, and degree completion pathways for ICBS graduates seeking to top up to bachelor's or master's degrees in the UK.
• Queen Mary University of LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner listed on ICBS Global's partner page. Queen Mary University of London represents one of ICBS's strategic higher education partnerships for international student progression and academic recognition.
• Royal Holloway, University of LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner on ICBS Global's partner page. Royal Holloway is part of the University of London system and provides a pathway for ICBS students to pursue advanced degrees through recognized academic credentials.
• University of ExetercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner listed on ICBS Global's partner page. University of Exeter is one of several Russell Group universities accessible to ICBS graduates through articulation and progression agreements.
• University of LiverpoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner on ICBS Global's partner page. The University of Liverpool offers degree completion and postgraduate pathways for ICBS diploma and bachelor's graduates.
• University of ChesterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner listed on ICBS Global's partner page. University of Chester provides progression opportunities for ICBS students seeking internationally recognized UK degrees.
• Wrexham UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK university partner on ICBS Global's partner page. Wrexham University is included in the ICBS network of UK university pathways for student progression and degree completion.
• OTHM (Organisation for Tourism and Hospitality Management)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK awarding organization providing internationally recognized qualifications at Levels 3, 4, and 5. ICBS Dubai and Morocco campuses offer OTHM courses in Business Management, Education & Training, and Information Technology, enabling students to progress to partner universities worldwide.
• KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment authority in Dubai responsible for overseeing private education. ICBS Dubai holds KHDA accreditation, ensuring that its programs meet the quality standards required for operating in Dubai and for issuing officially recognized qualifications in the UAE.
• ESGCV (École Supérieure de Gestion et de Commerce)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench business school that awards RNCP-certified 'Manager de Business Unit' Title (Level 7, RNCP No. 35961), 'Marketing Manager' Title (Level 7, RNCP No. 35962), and other MBA specializations delivered at ICBS Dubai. The partnership provides French state-recognized MBA credentials.
• ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational accreditation body for educational institutions. ICBS Dubai holds ASIC accreditation, which provides an additional layer of international quality recognition for its programs.
• ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK awarding organization providing regulated qualifications. ICBS Dubai is accredited by ATHE, supplementing its OTHM and RNCP accreditations with additional UK-recognized credentials.
• France CompétencescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench national authority for professional qualifications. France Compétences registers RNCP titles, including the MBA programs offered by ICBS Dubai through ESGCV (RNCP Nos. 35961 and 35962). This registration ensures French state recognition and EU-aligned qualification levels.
• Partner Companies Network (France and International)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of companies in France and internationally that offer apprenticeship and internship opportunities to ICBS students. Partner companies provide real professional environments where students apply academic knowledge while receiving paid training. The network is accessed by ICBS students studying in France or remotely.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hult International Business School: Global business school with campuses in the US, UK, UAE, and China offering undergraduate and MBA programs — directly comparable to ICBS's multi-country business/MBA delivery.
• Navitas: Australian-listed education provider running pathway programs (e.g., CRICOS-registered foundation courses) at partner universities worldwide — directly comparable articulation model to ICBS.
• QA Higher Education: Operates UK university pathway colleges and international partnerships with degree top-up routes — directly comparable to ICBS's university progression architecture.
• SP Jain School of Global Management: Multi-city international business school (Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Sydney) offering bachelor's and MBA programs — directly comparable transnational structure to ICBS Global.
• Study Group: Global pathway and study-abroad provider with strong presence in the UK, Europe, and North America, mirroring ICBS's OTHM-style bridging to partner universities.
• Schiller International University: Multi-campus international university with campuses in the US, Europe, and online, offering bilingual and globally mobile degree programs — closely aligned with ICBS's transnational, bilingual model.
• INTO University Partnerships: Global pathway provider partnering with UK, US, and Australian universities to deliver foundation and diploma-to-degree routes — directly comparable to ICBS's OTHM-to-UK-university progression model.
• Kaplan International Pathways: Operates university pathway and English-language programs globally, including Dubai — overlaps with ICBS's diploma-to-degree and IELTS/TEF prep offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Heriot-Watt University Dubai: Listed as one of ICBS's UK university pathway partners, Heriot-Watt also operates its own direct-recruitment Dubai campus — a broad incumbent that could either partner with or disintermediate ICBS.

Emerging players

• GBS Dubai (Global Banking School): UK-headquartered higher education provider with a Dubai campus offering pathway-style business and computing programs — overlapping segment with ICBS Dubai.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ICBSglobal
• Instagraminstagram.com/ICBSglobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/icbsglobal

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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