Careers after the MSc Sales & Business Development
Careers in B2B business development
Build a career in B2B sales, from winning new business to developing strategic accounts and improving commercial performance.
| Career area | What you will do | Typical roles |
|---|---|---|
| Business development | What you will doWin new clients, open markets and manage complex B2B sales. | Typical rolesBusiness Developer / Business Development Manager Account Executive Sales Engineer |
| Strategic accounts | What you will doDevelop long-term customer relationships and grow sales across territories. | Typical rolesKey Account Manager Area Sales Manager International Sales Manager |
| Sales performance | What you will doTurn sales data, CRM tools and AI insights into better commercial decisions. | Typical rolesSales Performance Analyst Sales Business Analyst |
With experience, move into sales leadership
Business Development Director · Sales Director · Head of Key Accounts
Connect with future employers
Meet partner companies through exclusive recruitment events and explore opportunities for internships, international assignments through the French VIE programme, and first jobs in France and abroad.
Partner companies and what they look for
Microsoft
“At Microsoft, we seek curious, proactive people who want to learn and have a real interest in technology and artificial intelligence. A taste for challenges, the ability to persuade, take initiative and work in a team are essential in our sales roles. We also value solid business foundations, a good command of digital tools and English.”
Lactalis
“At Lactalis, we place as much importance on personality and commitment as on academic skills. Involvement in an association, a student job or initial experience in consumer goods are all opportunities to demonstrate independence, a sense of responsibility and a taste for challenges. We seek people who combine analytical thinking, ambition and resilience while remaining down-to-earth, good listeners and solution-oriented. What makes the difference? Your personality, your commitment and your desire to learn and progress!”
Mantu
“At Mantu, being a Business Manager is above all about helping people! We seek people who enjoy building relationships, understanding their clients’ challenges and supporting consultants in their development. Empathy, listening and teamwork are just as essential as a taste for challenges and a results-driven mindset. We value people who are curious about consulting, technology and AI, who can step outside their comfort zone and bounce back when faced with difficulties.”
Key figures
Sales careers and programme partnerships.
€58,700
Average salary in sales roles
Top 3
Sales ranks among the most sought-after executive functions in France in 2026 (APEC)
14
International companies in the programme consortium