SKEMA Business School
Time:2025-03-07

SKEMA Business School

School Introduction

SKEMA Business School was founded in 2009 through the merger of ESC Lille and CERAM Business School in Sophia Antipolis. It is one of France’s leading business schools, with a strong focus on global business education and digital transformation.

SKEMA has 7 campuses worldwide:

· France: Paris, Lille, Sophia Antipolis

· International: Raleigh (USA), Belo Horizonte (Brazil), Suzhou (China), Cape Town (South Africa)

Rankings

· #6 in France among business schools (Le Figaro 2024)

· #12 in Europe for Master in Management (Financial Times 2023)

· #3 worldwide for MSc in Financial Markets (Financial Times 2023)

· #1 in France for Digital Marketing (QS 2024)

Specialized Master’s (MS) at SKEMA

SKEMA Business School offers one-year Specialized Master’s (MS) programs taught in French, designed for students who have already obtained a Master’s degree (Bac +5) or, in some cases, outstanding Bachelor’s graduates.

These professionally oriented programs are tailored to meet industry demands, preparing students with highly specialized expertise or dual qualifications. SKEMA offers various MS programs in Finance, Marketing, and Corporate Law, along with third-cycle education (Troisièmes Cycles).

The SKEMA MS programs are exclusive to the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) and maintain strong connections with research laboratories and the corporate sector, ensuring they stay aligned with global business trends.

Admission Requirements

· Five years of higher education (Bac +5)

· Four years of higher education (Bac +4) + three years of work experience

· Exceptional candidates with four years of higher education (Bac +4) may be considered

All SKEMA Specialized Master’s (MS) programs are certified by the French National Directory of Professional Certifications (RNCP).

 

Programs Offered

Undergraduate Programs

Program

Language

Campus

Duration

Tuition

Requirements

Global BBA

English/French

France (Lille, Paris, Sophia Antipolis), China, USA, Brazil

4 years

€13,000 – €15,000/year

TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.0+

Master in Management (MiM / PGE)

Program

Language

Campus

Duration

Tuition

Requirements

Master in Management – Grande École

English/French

France (Lille, Paris, Sophia Antipolis)

2 years

€32,000

GMAT/GRE required

MSc Programs

Program

Language

Campus

Duration

Tuition

Requirements

MSc in International Business

English

Paris / Lille / Sophia Antipolis

18 months

€27,000

IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL 90+

MSc in Financial Markets & Investments

English

Paris

18 months

€27,000

GMAT 650+

MSc in Luxury & Fashion Management

English

Paris / Sophia Antipolis

18 months

€27,000

IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL 90+

MSc in Digital Marketing & Data Science

English

Paris / Lille

18 months

€27,000

IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL 90+

MSc in AI for Business Transformation

English

Paris

18 months

€27,000

IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL 90+

MBA Program

Program

Language

Campus

Duration

Tuition

Requirements

Global Executive MBA

English

Paris / Lille / International

18 months

€45,000

GMAT 600+

Special Admission Requirements

· MSc in Product Management & User Experience Design / MSc in Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Design: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 88, TOEFL Institutional 570, or TOEIC 870.

· MSc in Digital Marketing & Music/Entertainment Management: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, TOEIC 830, or Duolingo 105.




Master in Management – Grande École (MiM)

Program Overview

SKEMA's Master in Management – Grande École (MiM) integrates a unique learning framework known as SKEMA DNA, which includes:

· Knowledge Management & Business Intelligence Challenges

· Design Thinking & Sustainable Performance

· Globalization MOOC

This program is designed for future business leaders, combining academic excellence, entrepreneurial skills, and innovation. It fosters an individualized learning experience and global mobility opportunities through:

· Multi-campus program

· Diverse learning paths

· Wide range of specializations

· Dual-degree options

· Fully English-taught courses from the second year onwards

· Mandatory international internship experience

· Innovative teaching methods, including interdisciplinary projects, e-learning, and mobile learning

· Focus on knowledge economy management

· Sustainability and performance-oriented education

Admission Requirements

· Applicants must hold a non-French degree (equivalent to at least a bachelor's degree).

· Candidates must have completed at least two years of university studies outside France.

Tuition Fees

· €18,500 per year

· Gap year (optional in M1 or M2): €1,000 per year




MSc Programs & Specializations

Business & Finance Specializations

Specialization

Overview

Campus

Audit, Management Accounting & Information Systems

Prepares students for careers in audit, consulting, management control, and IT systems.

Paris / Sophia Antipolis

Corporate Financial Management

Prepares students for roles in corporate finance, auditing, risk management, banking operations, and financial consulting.

Paris / Sophia Antipolis

Financial Markets & Investments

Provides trading and financial tools training for careers in financial institutions.

Paris / Sophia Antipolis / Raleigh (USA)

Marketing & International Business Specializations

Specialization

Overview

Campus

International Marketing & Business Development

Focuses on product/service management, market research, branding, and innovation for international careers.

Paris / Sophia Antipolis / Lille

Events & Tourism Strategy Management

Trains experts in event management (exhibitions, conferences, incentive programs) and tourism strategy.

Sophia Antipolis

International Hospitality Management

Prepares students for hotel management and online travel agency roles.

Sophia Antipolis

Luxury & Fashion Management

Trains specialists in luxury & fashion design, branding, PR, and advertising.

Sophia Antipolis / Suzhou

International Luxury Management

Provides a strong academic foundation for careers in fashion and luxury brand management.

Raleigh (1st semester) / Paris (2nd semester)

International Business

Specializes in global trade, marketing, finance, and strategy, with options in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Lille / Sophia Antipolis / Suzhou / Raleigh / Brazil

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Covers entrepreneurial finance, business planning, risk assessment, marketing, and value innovation.

Sophia Antipolis / Suzhou

Human Resources & Digital Business Specializations

Specialization

Overview

Campus

International Human Resources & Performance Management

Trains specialists in HR strategy and performance management, integrating financial and corporate performance.

Paris

Digital Marketing

Focuses on website design, SEO, benchmarking, CRM, strategic planning, project management, and risk evaluation.

Sophia Antipolis

Business Consulting & Information Systems Management

Provides skills in project consulting, management, and IT systems. Partnerships include Microsoft, SAP, Ernst & Young, Amadeus, Capgemini, HP, and IBM.

Sophia Antipolis

Supply Chain Management & Procurement

Covers supply chain, logistics, project management, procurement strategy, and supplier negotiations.

Lille

Project Management & Business Development

Develops leadership and project management skills in multicultural and international settings.

Lille / Paris

International Strategy & Influence

Offers career opportunities in international business, consulting, and national security.

Paris

Digital Business

Trains experts in digital commerce, addressing the increasing demand for professionals in this sector.

Sophia Antipolis




Dual Master’s Degree – Engineering & Management

Program

Overview

Campus

Dual MSc in Engineering & Management

Year 1 at USTC Suzhou Institute of Advanced Technology, Year 2 at SKEMA France or China campus. Develops expertise in engineering and management.

USTC Suzhou / Sophia Antipolis


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