Business Unit Manager Assistant - Responsable d’Activité
About the job
- You are preparing an MBA or a Bac+4/5 in commerce, management, business development, or gestion.
- You have an analytical mindset and the ability to understand business issues.
- You are comfortable in a results- and performance-oriented environment.
- You have good interpersonal skills and can work in a team.
- You are organized, rigorous, and able to manage several assignments simultaneously.
- You are proactive, curious, and motivated by increasing responsibilities.
- You have a strong interest in business development, activity management, and management.
- Contribute to the development and performance of a business unit by participating in the implementation of the commercial and operational strategy.
- Participate in analyzing business performance, including revenue, margins, and key indicators, to identify areas for improvement.
- Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and participating in customer retention.
- Participate in managing and monitoring projects related to the Business Unit's activity.
- Collaborate with operational teams to ensure the proper execution of commercial and marketing actions.
- Participate in the daily management of the activity, including monitoring objectives, coordinating actions, and reporting.
- Contribute to optimizing internal processes and continuously improving performance.
About the company
Galileo Global Education operates an international higher-education group that offers programs in applied arts, design, communication, and management through a network of 54 schools across 91 campuses in 13 countries. Students enroll at partner schools and campuses where practical, career-oriented curricula, hands-on training, internships, and industry connections help prepare them for the workforce; tuition and related services fund these programs. The company differentiates itself with a broad international footprint and a portfolio of branded, prestigious institutions that deliver consistent curricula and documented job placement outcomes across multiple countries. Its goal is to provide accessible, career-focused higher education across creative and management fields by leveraging its international network to offer recognized credentials and strong post-graduation employment prospects.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fiscal 2025 revenue rose 12% to €1.42 billion, with EBITDA reaching €350 million.
- S&P expects fiscal 2026 EBITDA near €400 million, driven by international schools and efficiencies.
- June 2026 campus openings in Paris and Dakar strengthen student experience and recruiting momentum.
What critics are saying
- S&P flagged French enrollment weakness, apprenticeship reform pressure, and EM Lyon admission tightening in 2025.
- 2025 investigation alleged student overcharging, staff burnout, and profit pressure across Galileo schools.
- Dependence on tuition and France exposes Galileo to existential enrollment shocks if reputation erodes.
What makes Galileo Global Education unique
- Galileo owns 54 schools across 91 campuses, spanning 13 countries and multiple disciplines.
- Paris campus expansion and Bercy headquarters consolidation signal operational scale and brand reinforcement.
- AKAD acquisition and international schools diversify revenue beyond France’s weaker higher-education market.
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