Are scholarships available for a Master in Management?
Pursuing a Master in Management is a major investment, but scholarships can make it more accessible. This guide explores the main funding options available and how they can support your MiM journey.
Yes, many school scholarships are eligible if you want to pursue a Master in Management (MiM) or a Master of Science (MSc). At EDHEC Business School, all admitted candidates are automatically considered for a scholarship.
If you are planning to apply for a Master at EDHEC Business School, the following scholarships are available:
- The EDHEC Academic Excellence Scholarship
- EDHEC Women in Finance and Data Science Scholarship
- EDHEC Women in Business Scholarship
- EDHEC Cultural Diversity Scholarship
- The EDHEC Make an Impact Scholarship* is open to Master in Management and Master of Science applicants
- The EDHEC Julie Moon Scholarship for Korean Women
- The EDHEC High Impact ‒ Future Chinese Alumni Scholarship*
Why do scholarships matter for Master in Management students?
Tuition fees can represent a significant barrier and a source of concern for many students worldwide. Scholarships help ease this financial burden, allowing students to focus fully on their education and courses.
Awarding scholarships for Master's degrees in Management and MSc programmes also enables schools to attract outstandings talent from across the globe. This helps reduce inequality and gives both French and international students the opportunity to enrol in a programme of excellence.
For some students, financial support is a decisive factor when choosing a business school.
To learn more about this topic, please read: How much does a Master's in Management programme cost?
The different types of scholarships for a Master in Management
Scholarships for Master in Management and MSc programmes generally fall into several categories, each designed to support different student profiles.
Merit-based scholarships
Merit-based scholarships reward academic excellence and strong test scores, recognising candidates with outstanding intellectual potential and proven academic achievement.
Need-based scholarships
These scholarships aim to improve financial accessibility, helping talented students pursue postgraduate study regardless of economic background.
Diversity and international scholarships
Many institutions offer scholarships designed to attract students from different countries or underrepresented groups, encouraging global perspectives within the classroom.
Corporate or partner-funded scholarships
These scholarships are increasingly common. They often connect students with specific industries or career pathways, offering both financial support and professional opportunities.
Understanding these categories can help applicants identify which funding options align with their profile and career goals.
Scholarships at EDHEC Business School: Supporting global talent
For candidates applying to EDHEC’s Master in Management or Master of Science (MSc) programmes, several scholarship opportunities are available. EDHEC Busines School scholarships include:
- EDHEC Academic Excellence Scholarship – up to 50% reduction on tuition fees
- EDHEC Women in Finance and Data Science Scholarship ‒ up to 60% reduction on tuition fees
- EDHEC Women in Business Scholarship ‒ up to 60% reduction on tuition fees
- EDHEC Cultural Diversity Scholarship ‒ up to 40% reduction on tuition fees
- The EDHEC Make an Impact Scholarship* is open to Master in Management and Master of Science (MSc) applicants and covers up to 35% reduction on tuition fees.
- The EDHEC Julie Moon Scholarship for Korean Women
- The EDHEC High Impact ‒ Future Chinese Alumni Scholarship*
(source: EDHEC Mastersscholarships | EDHEC BUSINESS SCHOOL)
These scholarships reflect EDHEC’s commitment to supporting talented students from different countries and backgrounds.
How does the EDHEC scholarship process work?
Scholarships and financial aid are important considerations when applying for a Master's degree programme. At EDHEC Business School, we strive to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible.
To support access to international education, EDHEC has established a transparent scholarship scheme with an automatic review for every admitted candidate. This scheme simplifies the process for international students applying from different countries and ensures clear eligibility criteria from the start.
Each application is assessed to determine eligibility, academic strength and overall profile alignment with the programme’s expectations. This structured approach improves eligibility visibility and helps candidates understand their potential eligibility for scholarships.
Scholarships and EDHEC’s global vision
As part of the “Generations 2050” strategy, EDHEC aims to broaden access across diverse countries and strengthen its global student community through international scholarships. Scholarships play an important role in this ambition by supporting students from diverse countries and professional backgrounds.
Applicants can consult a detailed list of funding options and a list of selection criteria that determine eligibility and create enhanced financial opportunities. As eligibility is closely linked to academic quality, candidates are encouraged to submit a strong application aligned with the programme’s standards.
For full eligibility details, applicants should review the admission criteria for the Master in Management programme.
