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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