# The 30 largest Higher Education companies in the Bouches-du-Rhône department

Tamtam tracks 83 Higher Education companies headquartered in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Aix-Marseille University, ESDAC, école de Design, Arts Appliqués et Communication and École nationale supérieure des officiers de sapeurs-pompiers. Their median headcount is 120. Half of them were founded in 1981 or later. The most common headquarters are Marseille (17) and Aix-en-Provence (12).

The Bouches-du-Rhône department hosts a concentration of higher education institutions, ranging from large public universities to specialized private schools. Aix-Marseille University, with over 80,000 students, conducts research and fosters innovation. ESDAC, école de Design, Arts Appliqués et Communication, focuses on design and art programs. Sciences Po Aix trains future leaders, while Polytech Marseille offers engineering programs.

Most of these organizations are established entities, with a number founded in the mid-20th century, such as Sciences Po Aix (1956) and Aix-Marseille Graduate School of Management - IAE (1955). A clear pattern observed is the prevalence of institutions headquartered in Aix-en-Provence, alongside those in Marseille, indicating two key educational hubs within the department.

🇫🇷 Bouches-du-Rhône · 30 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Aix-Marseille University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aix-marseille-university) (univ-amu.fr)<br>Educates over 80,000 students, conducts intensive research, and fosters innovation across numerous campuses, playing a key role in regional and international development. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 7,393 | 2012 |
| 2 | [ESDAC, école de Design, Arts Appliqués et Communication](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/esdac-ecole-de-design-arts-appliques-et-communication) (ecole-esdac.com)<br>A private higher education school specializing in design and art, offering BAC+3 to BAC+5 programs with experiential learning and international opportunities | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 452 | 2009 |
| 3 | [École nationale supérieure des officiers de sapeurs-pompiers](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ecole-nationale-superieure-des-officiers-de-sapeurs-pompiers) (ensosp.fr)<br>Training professional and volunteer fire officers and health service officers from Lieutenant to General controller ranks in France. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 407 | 1977 |
| 4 | [Sciences Po Aix](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sciences-po-aix) (sciencespo-aix.fr)<br>Public higher education institution focused on training future leaders for public and private sectors through specialized academic programs. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 347 | 1956 |
| 5 | [Aix-Marseille Université (AMU)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aix-marseille-universite-amu) (univ-amu.fr)<br>Aix-Marseille University is a large French-speaking university with 80,000 students, 8,000 staff, 5 campuses, and strong research infrastructure | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 338 |  |
| 6 | [Aix-Marseille Graduate School of Management - IAE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aix-marseille-graduate-school-of-management-iae) (iae-aix.univ-amu.fr)<br>A university business school offering specialized programs in management disciplines, dual accreditation, innovative teaching methods, personalized curriculum, and emphasis on practical application | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 259 | 1955 |
| 7 | [Aix-Marseille University - Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aix-marseille-university-company) (aixmarseille-universite.fr)<br>A company based in Marseille, France specializing in computer and network security services | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 240 |  |
| 8 | [Faculté de droit et de science politique Aix-Marseille Université](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/faculte-de-droit-et-de-science-politique-aix-marseille-universite) (facdedroit.univ-amu.fr)<br>Aix-Marseille University's Faculty of Law and Political Science offers modern education with a focus on student success and professional development through innovative teaching methods and partnerships | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 217 |  |
| 9 | [Ynov Aix](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aix-ynov-campus) (ynov-aix.com)<br>Offers training in technology, media, and building design. The company provides education for students to acquire concrete skills for professional projects. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 188 | 2007 |
| 10 | [La Cadenelle](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-cadenelle) (cadenelle.com)<br>Offers various educational programs from vocational to higher education, including apprenticeships in diverse fields like tourism, commerce, accounting, and social work. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 179 |  |
| 11 | [ESG Sport](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/esg-sport) (esg-sport.com)<br>A sports business school in 7 major French cities, preparing students for sports management, sports marketing, and sports business careers from undergraduate to master's level | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 178 |  |
| 12 | [Polytech Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/polytech-marseille) (polytech.univ-amu.fr)<br>Polytech Marseille is a prestigious engineering school offering comprehensive programs, high-tech specializations, professional internships, and strong international exposure for future engineers | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 168 | 2000 |
| 13 | [Ecole d'Architecture de Marseille-Luminy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ecole-d-architecture-de-marseille-luminy) (marseille.archi.fr)<br>A public institution in Marseille that provides higher education in architecture, aiming to train architects who can address social challenges globally | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 139 | 1968 |
| 14 | [FEG - Faculté d'économie et de Gestion Aix-Marseille Université](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/feg-faculte-d-economie-et-de-gestion-aix-marseille-universite) (feg.univ-amu.fr)<br>The faculty of economics and management offers a comprehensive range of professional training programs in various disciplines, emphasizing practical skills, international partnerships, and student support | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 130 | 2012 |
| 15 | [La Nativité](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-nativite) (prepa.la-nativite.fr)<br>Specializing in challenging and preparing students for higher education entrance exams and prestigious academic programs Emphasizing courage and excellence in education | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 120 | 1900 |
| 16 | [Université Paul Cézanne](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universite-paul-cezanne) (univ-cezanne.fr)<br>A French university specializing in law, political science, management, economics, science, and technology, with a focus on public management and local governance | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 114 | 1973 |
| 17 | [Association COCKTAIL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/association-cocktail) (asso-cocktail.fr)<br>A leading organization in digital transformation for higher education, offering modular software solutions for finance, HR, academics, and research needs | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 114 | 1997 |
| 18 | [Institution de Management Public et Gouvernance Territoriale de l'Université d'Aix-Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/institution-de-management-public-et-gouvernance-territoriale-de-l-universite-d) (impgt.univ-amu.fr)<br>Established in 1996, the IMPGT is a public management training and research unit at Aix-Marseille University, focusing on developing future public system managers | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 113 | 1996 |
| 19 | [ISBA TP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/isba-tp) (isba.fr)<br>A leading engineering school in Marseille, specializing in civil engineering, offering post-master programs certified by the CTI Focus on sustainability and future construction | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 109 | 1952 |
| 20 | [Charles Péguy Marseille, Lycée et Enseignement Supérieur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/charles-peguy-marseille-lycee-et-enseignement-superieur) (charlespeguymarseille.com)<br>A private educational institution in association with the State, offering schooling from secondary to postgraduate level without profit motives | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 96 | 1917 |
| 21 | [École de Journalisme et de Communication d'Aix-Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ecole-de-journalisme-et-de-communication-d-aix-marseille) (ejcam.univ-amu.fr)<br>Established in 1982, the company is a leading institution specializing in training media and communication professionals for over 40 years | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 95 | 1982 |
| 22 | [Campus Eductive Aix en Provence](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/campus-eductive-aix-en-provence) (eductive.fr)<br>Provides diverse Bac to Bac+5 education through 12 schools, located conveniently for student life and career opportunities near professional activity zones. | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Aix-en-Provence | 94 |  |
| 23 | [Faculty of Pharmacy Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/faculty-of-pharmacy-marseille) (pharmacie.univ-amu.fr)<br>The company's Faculty of Pharmacy trains public health professionals in medicine and therapeutic innovation, focusing on professionalization, innovation, and international openness | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 92 |  |
| 24 | [EMD Business School](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/emd-business-school) (emd.fr)<br>Higher education institution focusing on business education and holistic personal development, believing in the central role of individuals in sustainable economic activities | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 89 |  |
| 25 | [EDASE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/edase) (edase.fr)<br>A public institution providing Initial Training for aspiring lawyers and Continuing Education for practicing lawyers in various legal fields | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 89 | 1981 |
| 26 | [Cnam Paca](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cnam-paca) (cnam-paca.fr)<br>A vocational higher education institution providing professional training throughout one's life | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 88 | 1794 |
| 27 | [Centrale Marseille](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/centrale-marseille) (centrale-marseille.fr)<br>A prestigious engineering school emphasizing innovation, responsibility, international mobility, research, and strong student engagement Providing excellence in generalist engineering education with high-level career opportunities | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 86 | 2006 |
| 28 | [Perrimond Enseignement Supérieur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/perrimond-enseignement-superieur) (perrimond.eu)<br>Established in 1938, this institution provides education in marketing, management, and communication from undergraduate to postgraduate level | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 82 | 1938 |
| 29 | [Faculté des Sciences du Sport d'Aix-Marseille Université](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/faculte-des-sciences-du-sport-d-aix-marseille-universite) (fss.univ-amu.fr)<br>The company is the Faculty of Sport Sciences at Aix-Marseille University, offering education in sports science and promoting partnerships in the sports industry | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Marseille | 79 |  |
| 30 | [Croix-Rouge Compétence Paca & Corse](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/croix-rouge-competence-paca-and-corse) (croix-rouge.fr)<br>The company offers training for obtaining state diplomas in healthcare, international student mobility programs, and various healthcare and workplace safety courses | Higher Education | 🇫🇷 Gémenos | 69 | 2001 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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