Preparing for your future in the boating industry thanks to INB and Parcoursup

INB is now registered on Parcoursup, offering a unique opportunity for nautical enthusiasts to pursue their studies in a buoyant sector. Its "Nautical Industry and Services Sales Technician" work-study program combines theory and practice to train future nautical executives.

Training for the nautical professions

Le site de l'INB à Concarneau
The INB site in Concarneau

Since January 2025, the INB has been accessible via Parcoursup, simplifying access to its sandwich course. The "Technico-Commercial de l'Industrie et des Services Nautiques" program has been designed in collaboration with professionals to ensure a perfect match with market expectations.

Briag Merlet, coordinator of technical sales training courses, tells us more about this course:

The arrival of the INB on Parcoursup gives us both greater visibility and additional recognition for this sandwich course.

La formation alterne théorie et pratique
Training alternates theory and practice

The training includes several areas of expertise:

  • Economics: management, marketing, sales and negotiation techniques, English and business creation.
  • Techniques: marine mechanics, electricity, composite materials, rigging.
  • Nautical: coastal and offshore navigation, meteorology and use of electronic tools.

In two years, it leads to a Bac+2 diploma, recognized by the State and the nautical sector.

De nombreux modules de navigation sont au programme de la formation
Numerous navigation modules are included in the training program

A wide range of concrete job opportunities

Le plateau technique de l'INB
The INB technical platform

Students trained at INB are destined for a wide range of careers: technical sales representative, rental agency manager, export executive or business unit manager in companies of all sizes. Work-study programs, which account for 70% of training time, enable students to immerse themselves directly in professional realities and gain valuable experience.

INB assets

Joining INB means joining a training center with 60 years of expertise in the nautical industry.

A number of features distinguish the plant:

  • The quality of our training courses: designed with professionals to meet market needs.
  • A well-balanced pedagogy: alternating between theory in the classroom, practice in the workshop and navigation on the water.
  • A well-developed network: internships, company visits and boat shows strengthen links with the professional world.
  • Exceptional locations: Concarneau and Villefranche-sur-Mer offer the ideal environment to combine study and passion.

Steps for joining the INB via Parcoursup

The training course is one of the offers accessible from Parcoursup. Applicants have the opportunity to submit their applications from January 15. A selection is then made on the basis of academic criteria and an interview designed to assess motivation. An assessment day also includes written tests.

Customized support

INB strives to meet students' needs at every stage of their training. Students who do not yet have a host company can be put in touch with the school's professional network. As far as accommodation is concerned, suitable solutions are available in Concarneau and Villefranche-sur-Mer to make settling in easier.

Apprentices also benefit from financial aid, such as support for accommodation and catering, and special schemes for driving licenses.

If you have any questions, you can contact the training manager directly to clarify any doubts and check that the program matches your individual project.

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