Validation of acquired experience (VAE) at IAE Paris-Est

The Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE) allows professionals to have their experience officially recognised by obtaining a university qualification (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree), without having to complete a full academic programme. It is designed for anyone looking to advance their career, secure their professional path, or take on a personal challenge.

Why undertake a VAE?

With the VAE, you can:

Gain a qualification that reflects your professional experience
Have your skills formally recognised and certified
Obtain a degree aligned with your current responsibilities
Advance your career or support internal/external mobility
Strengthen your employability and career security
Boost your self-confidence by validating your achievements

Who can apply?

VAE is open to everyone, regardless of age, nationality or employment status.

To be eligible, you must meet two conditions:

Have at least one year of professional and/or personal experience directly related to the targeted qualification
Apply for a qualification listed in the French National Directory of Professional Certifications (RNCP)

Please note:

Only one application per qualification per year
Up to three applications for different qualifications per year, per institution

Which qualifications are available?

The qualifications accessible through VAE at IAE Paris-Est are RNCP-certified and awarded by:

Université Paris-Est Créteil
Université Gustave Eiffel

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How does the VAE process work?

1. Submit an Eligibility File (Dossier de Recevabilité – DDR)

This file assesses whether your experience matches the requirements of the desired qualification.

Créteil Campus: applications accepted year-round
Marne-la-Vallée Campus: two deadlines annually – 15 May and 15 October

Tip: Take care when preparing your application to maximise your chances of acceptance.

2. Review and Jury Interview

Once your application is accepted:

Interview with a VAE jury made up of academic staff and industry professionals
Outcome: full or partial validation
- In case of partial validation, additional training modules may be required