MSc in Global & Sustainable Business
The Master’s programme offers in-depth courses on global business disciplines, managerial skills and industries where sustainability is key.
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How to become a force for good
The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business equips you with the cutting-edge skills required to generate profitable and sustainable business growth. You will learn to analyse complex and multifaceted business environments and to develop competitive advantages throughout the value chain. The Master’s programme offers in-depth courses on global business disciplines, managerial skills and industries where sustainability is key. The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business will prepare young talented business degree holders to build a healthy environment and an inclusive society by creating global business solutions for tomorrow’s economy.
How to become a force for good
The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business equips you with the cutting-edge skills required to generate profitable and sustainable business growth. You will learn to analyse complex and multifaceted business environments and to develop competitive advantages throughout the value chain. The Master’s programme offers in-depth courses on global business disciplines, managerial skills and industries where sustainability is key. The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business will prepare young talented business degree holders to build a healthy environment and an inclusive society by creating global business solutions for tomorrow’s economy.
OVERVIEW
Your MSc in Global & Sustainable Business in a nutshell
EDHEC’s MSc in Global & Sustainable Business prepares you for an array of global roles in industries where sustainability is a core consideration. You will not only hone your business and managerial skills, but learn to analyse complex, multifaceted business environments and to develop competitive advantages along the value chain.
On the MSc in Global and sustainable business, we really try to educate Future Leaders who want to go out and they want to be involved in running successful long-standing but also sustainable businesses.
So it's about educating them and how they can think about future industry trends, and being successful in a particular industry or sector, but also thinking about demands that shareholders might have, consumers might have, Regulators might have on sustainability concerns.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who want to create an impact in their future career, so very much aligned, I think with the school and the strategy of the school. So we have a lot of kinds of classes, centered around group work, around case studies. Students have the chance of playing simulations and becoming business managers and managing, for example, Supply chains and circular economy, on the other hand, we do work a lot with practice where this is driven by the research that all of our professors do... So we work with professors or experts in their designated area... or whether it works through guest speakers or collaborations with companies in France or internationally on these kinds of topics.
For our Master thesis, students can for example, choose whether they want to do an individual Master thesis or whether they want to do a group project with a partner company. This year we're working with Airbus, and HSBC... Previous years have included EY, Accenture, The Body Shop, Mazars... So a range of different companies. Students can really decide whether they would rather maybe have a more practice-related type of MSc Project or they want to work on their own.
Our graduates go on in a range of different Industries and jobs, ranging from very sustainability-related jobs such as sustainability consultant or ESG analysts... towards maybe more business-related jobs that do touch down on sustainability concerns: supply chain managers, Financial managers or investors but maybe also going into Industries like NGO or kind of nonprofit type organisations and working on sustainability concerns from there
The EDHEC Master of Science programme is accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research to confer a recognised BAC+5 degree with the Master's Grade. This authorisation was granted following an evaluation by the National Management Programmes Assessment Commission (Commission d’Évaluation des Formations de Gestion).
JULY-AUG
FOUNDATION COURSES*
SEPT-FEB
CORE MODULES AND ELECTIVES
MAR-MAY
PERSONALISATION PERIOD: electives, certificates, learning expeditions, Master project
JUNE-ONWARDS
INTERNSHIP OR EMPLOYMENT
* based on applicant's background, some fully remote and self-paced courses may be required before the on-campus modules begin in September.
September–May: on-campus academic courses* - June onwards: work experience
- 18-month full-time programme: One-year academic programme and a 4-6-month internship/work placement
- Taught entirely in English
- A mix of foundation courses, core courses & electives
- Career Booster
- Master’s project
- French classes
*based on applicant's background, some fully remote and self-paced courses may be required before the on-campus modules begin in September.
Age range: 22-30
The MSc is about fostering knowledge, intellectual creativity and ambition to address major global business challenges for which there is no easy answer, no template. It’s about forging business solutions for the future that are both sustainable and profitable. We want the programme to be inspiring to students and beneficial to industry.
Madlen SOBKOWIAK
Director, MSc in Global & Sustainable Business
COURSES
The Core Skills you need in Global & Sustainable Business
Our teaching methods aim to give you the core skills you need to succeed in a complex and competitive business environment. You will learn to deepen your analytical thinking, develop practical skills and design creative strategies for business success.
Our methodology includes:
- Core curriculum
- Blended learning
- Applied learning
- Personal performance coaching
Our teaching methods aim to give you the core skills you need to succeed in a complex and competitive business environment. You will learn to deepen your analytical thinking, develop practical skills and design creative strategies for business success.
Our methodology includes:
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Core curriculum
- Embraces the latest technology
- Responds to trends in the market
- Co-developed with leading business partners
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Blended learning
- Tutorials
- Lectures
- Workshops
- Seminars
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Applied learning
- Business games
- Case studies
- Entrepreneurship projects
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Personal performance coaching
- Alumni spotlights
- Conferences
- Global learning expeditions
- Trips and company visits
You will take three of the following five online foundational courses in the July/August period prior to arriving on campus. Depending on your background, the Selection Committee may require you to take certain classes or allow you to choose three courses from the list.
The objective of this course is to provide you with a solid grounding in the principles and practices of finance and to develop your understanding of the tools required to make good financial decisions.
This module aims to provide you with knowledge and understanding of key management issues in corporate finance and the market for financial assets.
This course objectives are to equip you with sound understanding of the fundamental concepts and vocabulary used in statistical modelling and make you aware of the powers of data analysis. It will enable you to correctly assess the validity of current techniques to common business situations, use simple Python programs to manipulate data and expressions, and confidently handle the presentation and interpretation of data using python language.
The course is designed to provide you with an overview of the foundations of financial accounting, with a practical focus on financial statement analysis and the valuation of public organisations. These foundations are deemed necessary for students to successfully pursue their studies at master's level.
The purpose of this course is to equip you with a fundamental knowledge of marketing and to demonstrate the key role that marketing plays in any organisation. You will gain a better understanding of what marketing is and its role in the firm, as well as the process of value creation from the perspective of customers, producers and society at large. You will learn how to mix various marketing tools and techniques in a coherent manner.
The primary objective of this course is to help you answer important strategic questions for companies or organisations, such as: What business will we be in? How do we compete for resources and create value? How do we organise for and assess performance?
In this course, you will focus on the complex and multidimensional nature of strategic decision-making.
Core modules are classes that must be taken by all students of the programme.
The course highlights important dimensions of ethics in business, introducing ethical decision-making frameworks and focusing on specific contexts such as professions, globalization, and responsible leadership.
By the end of the course, students will be able to understand key ethical frameworks, including Kantian, utilitarian, and social-contract approaches. They will also develop the ability to make ethical decisions in complex situations and articulate their reasoning clearly. Key topics include professional ethics in business, deliberative democracy, contractualist decision-making, and nurturing a responsible leadership mindset.
This course provides an in-depth examination of sustainable development opportunities across various industries, focusing on how businesses can drive social and environmental transformation. Students will learn to identify sustainability opportunities and develop strategies to incorporate them into business models. Key areas include sustainability in energy, food, and automotive sectors.
The second part builds on this foundation, with a deeper emphasis on practical applications. Students will enhance their understanding and focus on advanced sustainability opportunities and strategic implementation of sustainable practices across industries.
The course provides an understanding of purchasing and supply management's key principles and theories in the context of global supply networks, emphasizing sustainable and ethical practices.
Students will be able to understand supplier objectives and sustainable practices, evaluate negotiation tactics, and develop effective sourcing strategies. Key topics include the sourcing framework, corporate due diligence, negotiation tactics, and the concept of total cost of ownership
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles, metrics, and measurements used to evaluate and communicate corporate sustainability performance. It covers the methodologies and tools for assessing environmental, social, and economic impacts and addresses the requirements for sustainability reporting. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to effectively measure and report on sustainability, enabling corporations to meet regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations.
By the end of the course, students will be able to apply appropriate metrics for measuring corporate sustainability, comply with reporting standards, and analyse corporate impacts. Key topics include sustainability reporting standards, environmental and social impact assessments, and stakeholder engagement, with practical case studies.
The Research Methodology course aims to equip students with essential research skills needed for evaluating sustainable business decisions. The primary objective is to develop the necessary skills to understand the scientific method in the managerial decision-making environment.
By the end of the course, students will be able to understand the fundamental principles in research methods and describe the empirical cycle. They will also be equipped to write a master thesis proposal and enhance their academic and technical writing abilities. Key topics covered include business research essentials, literature review, research design, and both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
This course explores the role of the sustainable supply chain manager, focusing on sourcing, expediting goods, and making strategic choices in line with corporate strategy and sustainability.
By the end of the course, students will understand key supply chain elements and circularity, as well as develop the ability to create and improve operational processes. They will also learn to formulate integrated supply chain strategies. Key topics include supply chain strategy and design, circularity, and closed-loop supply chains.
The course links business strategy with socio-ecological sustainability and explores how executives can manage economic, ecological, and social value creation. It also focuses on personal leadership development.
By the end of the course, students will understand sustainable strategizing and management, recognise different leadership styles, and analyse their effectiveness. They will also apply sustainable strategizing methods and develop their personal leadership skills. Key topics include sustainable strategizing mindsets, business models for sustainability, leadership theories and frameworks, and personal leadership development.
This course covers the role of finance in sustainability, focusing on risk management, ESG investing, and the use of financial instruments like green bonds.
By the end of the course, students will understand the key sustainability challenges in finance, apply ESG investing principles, and utilize financial tools to promote sustainability. Key topics include ESG investing, green bonds, and risk management in sustainable finance.
This course explores how marketing can address sustainable development challenges, focusing on influencing consumer behaviour and avoiding greenwashing.
By the end of the course, students will understand key sustainable marketing concepts, develop effective strategies, and encourage sustainable consumer behaviour. Key topics include sustainable marketing principles, consumer behaviour, and strategies to prevent greenwashing while maximising sustainability impact.
The course examines legal regulations affecting sustainable business practices, including compliance and risk mitigation strategies.
By the end of the course, students will understand regulatory approaches to sustainability, organize compliance functions, and mitigate criminal and regulatory risks. Key topics include regulatory approaches, compliance organization, and risk mitigation in the context of sustainable business practices.
Personalisation period
As part of the personalisation period of your MSc programme, you will be able to choose one certificate to complete or broaden your expertise by taking part in a learning expedition and follow several elective courses.
All students must complete a Master’s project, which provides the opportunity to develop strong writing and analytical skills and to gain expertise on a given topic.
The master’s project allows you to put your newly acquired knowledge and skills into practice. If you prove your ability to undertake high quality research, members of the EDHEC faculty or its research centres may offer you the opportunity to deliver your Master Project in the form of applied research, working under their supervision.
The personal and professional benefits of an internship are immense and enduring. The same goes for expanding your global contact network. During your internships abroad, you will develop valuable business relationships that will take your career goals to an international level. Many students find their jobs as a result of internships during their time at EDHEC.
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Reflexive and Positive Leadership |
In 2022, EDHEC's Chair in Leadership Development, together with its partner, Potentialife, is launching a Certificate in Reflexive and Positive Leadership. Based on Potentialife’s 18 years of experience in providing Learning Teams™ and a "Reflexive Leader" course in schools and companies, this 90-hour course will help you to develop self-leadership and, thus, your capacity to lead others with a high degree of reflexivity and positivity. You will be invited to engage in deep personal reflection on your leadership using the specific methods and tools developed by the Leadership Development Chair and Potentialife, both on your own and in groups.
With the support of:
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Leading SAFe® & Product owner |
In a context of volatile, complex, and ambiguous change, agile transformations are at the heart of every company’s agenda. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the necessity of change, the challenges of transformations and their operational implications at a company scale, on a strategic and an operational point of view. You will also have the opportunity to experiment the roles of product owner and change leader by taking part in a consulting case study. You can prepared for two certificates: Professional Scrum Product Owner level 1 and SAFe SA – SAFe Agilist, by Scaled Agile.
With the support of:
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Foresight Innovation & Transformation |
Co-developed with and supported by leading companies and NGOs and the EDHEC Chair for Foresight, Innovation and Transformation, this certificate programme will enable you to acquire the methods and skills to lead the sustainability transition. You will master strategic foresight tools and techniques to anticipate and plan strategic change interventions, understand and leverage systemic change and employ entrepreneurial management techniques to build a competitive advantage. You will also have the opportunity to become an EDHEC certified Strategic Foresight Professional.
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Project management |
You will gain practical and theoretical project management fundamentals. You will learn to master project management tools such as Project Charter, Project plan, Stakeholder analysis, Schedule… The certificate is based on “best practices” collected from worldwide professionals and documented by Project Management Institute (PMI®) through the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), a worldwide Project Management Standard. This certification is recognised by the French government
With the support of:
You can choose your electives from a list of courses.
- Behavioural science for sustainability
- Business models for sustainability
- Data analytics with python for starters
- Introduction to sustainable finance
- Inside the sport industry: strategies, stakeholders, revenue generation
- Selling and sales management
- Sustainable marketing
- Managing risks, compliance and human rights
- Marketing intelligence for luxury
- Responsible ai & data protection
- Strategic cost and performance management
- Vba for excel
- Customer & data analytics
- Economic crime, fraud and money laundering
- Is our digital & tech world sustainable?
- Global justice & human rights
- Inside the gaming industry: strategies, stakeholders, revenue generation
- Luxury brand management
- Managing diversity & inclusion in the entertainment industry & beyond
- Risk management
- Sustainable textile
Our MSc students may apply to participate in a study tour. The aim is to immerse the students in a real professional and cultural environment, so as to become acquainted with specific industry practices. By way of illustration, our past study tours have focused on the creative economy in Montréal, on innovative businesses in San Francisco, Berlin and Paris, on value creation in the film industry in Bulgaria, on new tech in Dublin and on the legal industry and legal tech in London.
This year, you can choose from the followings:
CeADAR, the National Centre for Applied Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, acting through its administrator, the University College Dublin (UCD), National University of Ireland, provides a 3-day training programme on “Business-oriented Applied Data Analytics and Machine Learning”. This programme, which includes master classes, practical exercises and corporate visits provides an extensive overview of applied data analytics to include data analysis and machine learning mechanisms, including deep learning. You will learn the theory in master classes, explore how key industries exploit and use this data in real life situations and engage in workshops dedicated to applying this learning to real challenges using data science. On completion of the programme, you will be evaluated on key content and understanding of machine learning and business-orientated data analytics.
In this course, you will be immersed in the entertainment industry through field visits and seminars to understand the value chain, from offers to the final experience in a specific sector as an illustration. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to understand the issues and major challenges from the entertainment, apply marketing techniques on management of entertainment offers, argue on the creation of value and create a crowdfunding campaign.
The objective of the course is to examine three perspectives on technology strategy: startups, corporations acquiring innovation, and software houses. You will learn about the concept of a technology strategy, the various approaches that can be taken in different scenarios, the components that should be included in a technology strategy, and whether having a technology strategy is necessary for every company.
Michael Antioco
Michael Antioco
Pierre-Jean Barlatier
Pierre-Jean Barlatier
Foresight, Innovation and Transformation Chair Affiliate
Fabian Bernhard
Fabian Bernhard
Family Business and Psychology
Ludovic Cailluet
Ludovic Cailluet
EDHEC Centre for Responsible Entrepreneurship Director, Family Business Chair Research Associate, Global Economic Transformation & Technology (GETT) Track Director
Grégoire Cauchie
Grégoire Cauchie
Marie-Cécile Cervellon
Marie-Cécile Cervellon
Martin Chour
Martin Chour
Gilles COLEY
Gilles COLEY
Christophe Collard
Christophe Collard
Deputy Head of Law, LLM in Law & Tax Management Manager BLM Manager, EDHEC Augmented Law Institute Researcher
David Dalmasso
David Dalmasso
Peter Daly
Peter Daly
Director of MSc in Management & Leadership
Denis Dauchy
Denis Dauchy
EMBA Programme Director, Leadership Development Chair Affiliate Researcher, Management in Innovative Health Chair Research Associate
Arne De Keyser
Arne De Keyser
Sylvie Deffayet Davrout
Sylvie Deffayet Davrout
Emmanuelle Deglaire
Emmanuelle Deglaire
EDHEC Augmented Law Institute Researcher
Etienne Denis
Etienne Denis
MSc in Marketing Analytics Director, Management in Innovative Health Chair Research Associate
Elizabeth Dickson
Elizabeth Dickson
Business Communication Coordinator
Philippe du Jardin
Philippe du Jardin
IT Coordinator
Björn Fasterling
Björn Fasterling
EDHEC Augmented Law Institute Researcher
Maria Figueroa-Armijos
Maria Figueroa-Armijos
Ivan Gordeliy
Ivan Gordeliy
Claire Grevet
Claire Grevet
Guergana Guintcheva
Guergana Guintcheva
Master Business Management Programme Director
Frédéric Herbin
Frédéric Herbin
Hager Jemel-Fornetty
Hager Jemel-Fornetty
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Sachin Kamble
Sachin Kamble
Foresight, Innovation and Transformation Chair Member
Yenee Kim
Yenee Kim
Karin Kollenz-Quétard
Karin Kollenz-Quétard
Foresight, Innovation and Transformation Chair Member
Rania Labaki
Rania Labaki
Eric Labbe
Eric Labbe
Konstantinos Lioukas
Konstantinos Lioukas
Patrick Longuet
Patrick Longuet
Isabelle Lorrain
Isabelle Lorrain
Serge Macé
Serge Macé
Isabelle Mari
Isabelle Mari
Head of faculty - Strategy, Entrepreneurship & Operations<br />
Family Business Chair Research Associate
Marie-Catherine Mars
Marie-Catherine Mars
Management in Innovative Health Chair Research Associate
Tristan-Pierre Maury
Tristan-Pierre Maury
Director of the Grande Ecole and Masters of Sciences
Loick Menvielle
Loick Menvielle
Jean-Christophe Meyfredi
Jean-Christophe Meyfredi
EDHEC International BBA Director
Bertrand Monnet
Bertrand Monnet
Camille Pradies
Camille Pradies
Diversity & Inclusion Chair Research Associate
Rene Rohrbeck
Rene Rohrbeck
Anne-Lise Ronsse
Anne-Lise Ronsse
Christophe Roquilly
Christophe Roquilly
Co-Head of LL.M Law & Tax Management
Sabine Ruaud
Sabine Ruaud
Elie Salameh
Elie Salameh
Isabelle Sequeira
Isabelle Sequeira
MSc in Creative Business & Social Innovation Manager
Dominique Serio
Dominique Serio
Michelle Sisto
Michelle Sisto
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Arash Talebi
Arash Talebi
George Tovstiga
George Tovstiga
Giacomo Valletta
Giacomo Valletta
EDHEC Augmented Law Institute Researcher
Bastiaan Van Der Linden
Bastiaan Van Der Linden
MSc in Global & Sustainable Business Manager
Joëlle Vanhamme
Joëlle Vanhamme
Academic Director EMBA
Cédric Verbeeck
Cédric Verbeeck
MSc in Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Director
Cedric Verbeeck, PhD, is Professor of Operations management and Director of the MSc in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at EDHEC Business School.
Philippe Very
Philippe Very
Milos Vulanovic
Milos Vulanovic
CAREERS
Prepare your Career in Global & Sustainable Business
Boost your employability
Understanding and developing the attributes and skills employers require is key to employability. This is why the EDHEC Career Centre offers a programme specifically designed to help master’s students map out and achieve their career goals ‒ the EDHEC Career Booster. The programme looks at students' specific needs, wants and goals when it comes to professional development and matches them to job-market requirements. Eighty percent of our EDHEC Career Services for students are tailored to individual needs and career goals.
Career paths you can pursue:
- Corporate sustainability consultant
- Supply chain manager
- Sustainability auditor/accreditation
- Procurement specialist
- Operations manager
- Strategy consultant
- Sustainable Development/Corporate Social Responsibility Officer
- Business developer
- Corporate engagement manager (NGO)
- Marketing manager
- ESG analyst
Through a four-step programme that includes self- and 360-degree assessment, you will get to know yourself better, identify your strengths, key attributes and areas for development, and map out your career goals and job-search strategy. You will benefit from year-round, individual career advice from dedicated counsellors, external experts and coaches, both on campus and remotely, as well as personalised coaching based on our in‑house assessment
Through voluntary and mandatory career training, workshops, CV clinics and assessment centres, you will hone your skills and learn to master the most competitive recruitment processes. As an MSc student, you will benefit from customised training by industry, market and function, in addition to individual mock interviews, including technical interviews and case practice. EDHEC Career Centre also offers a fully online career development programme that allows you to train at your own pace, in line with your goals.
EDHEC Career Centre organises more than 120 events annually, focusing on industry-specific insights or jobs, market trends and companies. It also organises four company trips to Dublin, London, Luxembourg and Paris. You will have access to exclusive internships and job offers.
- 60,000 internships and 33,500 job offers posted on EDHEC’s dedicated jobs board every year
- 40% international mobility in our master’s degrees
- 400+ companies involved in our events every year, 20% of them international
- 100+ corporate partners
- 300+ regular recruiters
Our Career Centre provides the following services:
- Individual career counselling (on campus, by phone, via skype) with internal and external counsellors
- Help to define your career goals and search strategy
- CV and cover-letter editing in English and French
- Career training and workshops (CV, cover letters, application forms, interview skills, networking, social media, personal branding, etc.)
- Graduate programmes
- On-campus events
- Off-campus events
- Website with a wealth of career resources
- Placement reports
- The Teaching Factory concept
FIELDS
- Corporate strategy
- Energy
- Fashion
- Finance
- Health/beauty
- Marketing
- Food & agriculture
- Mobility
- Process and performance management
- Real estate
KEY RECRUITERS
ACCENTURE, AIR LIQUIDE, BLOOMBERG, EY, KPMG, LANTMANNEN, NIKE, 02FEEL, UNILEVER
JOB LOCATION
MAIN FUNCTIONS
EDHEC ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
All EDHEC students join our esteemed Alumni Association from day one and benefit from all of the advantages this brings. The Alumni Association comprises 55000 graduates in 140 countries. This friendly and supportive community of business leaders organises events and meetings throughout the year to facilitate contacts, exchanges and networking, while supporting the students in charting their career plans and helping graduates to promote their businesses and career. EDHEC Alumni is also a hub for disseminating best practices, shared values and the school’s vision of business for the good of society.
ADMISSION & FEES
Admission & Fees for the MSc in Global & Sustainable Business
The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business attracts intellectually rigorous and curious individuals keen to play their part in creating a sustainable global economy for future generations. On this course you will learn the cutting-edge skills you need to generate profitable and sustainable business growth. You will learn to analyse complex and multifaceted business environments and to develop competitive advantages throughout the value chain.
Studies level - required diploma
EDHEC seeks talented candidates from diverse backgrounds, with a history of strong academic achievement and demonstrated potential for growth and professional success.
- Minimum three-year bachelor’s degree (any type of engineering or business/finance background)
- Acceptable English proficiency tests/certificates (TOEFL, TOEIC or IELTS)
- TOEFL Internet-based ≥ 92
- TOEIC ≥ 850
- IELTS ≥ 6.5
- Cambridge Test of English > 175
- Optional Aptitude Test Score GMAT or GRE or TAGE MAGE or CAT* official test score report (CAT* for Indian students only) can add value to your application
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Online video interview
► English native speakers or those holding a degree taught in English (minimum three years) are eligible for an English Test waiver.
Your application file will be processed by the Admissions Team and sent to the Selection Committee for appraisal. We would advise you to apply early to secure your spot for the upcoming intake.
For non-French degree holders:
You will be informed by email of the progress of your application, including the final decision.
- If you are a new user, you must create an account/sign up.
- If you already have an account (EDHEC candidate student), please go directly to step 5 by clicking on the "apply online" button. It means you are already in the system, so do not need to "create an account".
- After creating your account, you will receive a validation email. Click on the link provided in this email to activate your account.
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You will then receive a confirmation email containing your personal login and password.
Once you register or if you already have an active EDHEC account, access the online application form and enter your login details.
For French degree holders:
Please visit this link https://candidate.edhec.edu/ to start your application.
USEFUL INFORMATION FOR NON-FRENCH DEGREE HOLDERS
- To avoid losing your information during the application process, please do not refresh your current page or go back to the previous one without first saving your application.
- You can complete your application in several stages. As long as you save your entries, the information will not be lost.
- Before going to the "payment" tab, please check that you have not forgotten any element of your application file and that all the information you have entered is correct. Further modifications will not be possible after payment has been made.
- Application fees must be paid online.
- After validation, your application will reach the final stage and no reimbursement will be possible, even in the event of your withdrawal.
- If you encounter any technical problems during the completion of your online application, please email: [email protected].
Important: Please use only ONE email address to submit your online application and to communicate with the Admissions Team.
- APPLICATION FEE: €100
- FEES: €27,300*
FEES INCLUDE:
- Tuition fees; including academic exchanges and double degrees (certain double degrees may require additional fees)
- Access to the EDHEC Career Centre with personal career coaching during your studies and for the duration of your professional life
- Access, as a matriculating student, to on-campus facilities (incubator, learning centre, sports facilities, etc.)
- Lifetime access to the EDHEC Alumni community
- Administrative fees
All of EDHEC's full-time MSc programmes are accredited by the CEFDG at master’s grade. Enrolled students are eligible for a Temporary Resident Permit (or APS for Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) at the end of the programme.
*Tuition fees are provided for information only and are subject to change
The International Students Office – a team you can trust
Moving to a foreign country can be daunting, so it’s reassuring to know that the International Students Office (ISO) is there to help. The ISO welcomes more than 3,000 international students annually, helping them to settle in France and lending them support in daily life. It organises orientation events and multicultural seminars to welcome them to the EDHEC campuses in Lille and Nice. The team guides students through administrative procedures before their arrival and during their stay and answers any questions they may have about French systems (medical and home insurance, banking, resident permits, etc.).
Finding you a home from home
Once officially enrolled, we will help you to find suitable accommodation, either in an EDHEC residence or privately owned accommodation. The International Students Office is on hand to provide you with a list of apartments, halls of residence and other types of housing that fit your criteria. You can even ‘visit’ them virtually on our new Housing website. Our team will do everything they can to make arrangements with the owner and secure your booking. They can also arrange to pick you up from the airport on your arrival (where possible) and take you directly to your new home. The International Students Office also organises orientation events and integration seminars to welcome international students to the EDHEC campuses.
Untangling the red tape
EU nationals
European Union students can live and study in France as long as they have a national ID card. No passport or visa are required.
Non-EU nationals
Before arriving in France, students from outside the European Union must obtain a student visa from the French embassy in their country of origin or residence. Non-EU students must also have a valid passport from their country of origin.
One of the requirements for most visa applications is proof of accommodation in France. EDHEC's International Office is familiar with the visa formalities for most countries and will provide you with the necessary paperwork to complete. If you are concerned about your visa application, you can contact the International Office, provided you have already checked the relevant pages in the Welcome Guide and contacted your local embassy.
Parlez-vous français ?
EDHEC offers complementary French courses to all international students enrolled in our MSc programmes. Our French classes span all levels of ability, from complete beginner to advanced language skills. The goal is to support your assimilation into French culture and give you the linguistic foundations ‒ grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing and comprehension ‒ to express yourself in French.
- Class size: 10‒25 students per group
Contact hours:
- MIM 3 hours per week (30 hours per semester + 6 hours of group projects)
- MSc 2h a week (15 hours per semester)
Instructor qualifications: Courses are delivered by an officially accredited French language teaching institution.
International Student Office | EDHEC Business School
[Music] Title: “International Student Office”
I just got accepted at EDHEC business school. Now I need to organise my arrival and find
accommodation. Luckily the international students office helped me all along this process.
All good, I'm ready. It is now time to reach France. On arrival, three key moments are organised to help me settle in: the welcome session, the services fair and the integration day.
I get a lot of practical information on different topics such as health insurance, public transportation, life in the city, and so on.
I met representatives from different EDHEC departments and partners during the service fair.
I participate in group activities, meet new friends and discover the campus.
Throughout the year, I visit ISO whenever I need assistance in my daily life in France.
Time flies, my experience at EDHEC is coming to an end. The international student office has been of great support before and during my stay, and it will remain available even after my departure.
Thank you to the International Students Office - Camilla Garcia Biel
[Music] A big “Thank you” to the International Student Office.
Camilla Garcia Biel. MiM Business Management student. Class of 2022.
So my name is Camila Garcia Biel. I'm a 26 year old international student from Peru, I'm doing the MiM track which is a three-year-long programme. The first year, you start with basic courses, with administrative courses. Then there is a year for professional immersion, and then I specialised in strategic finance and commercial intelligence. The most important thing is that out of all the business schools in France, EDHEC was the only one to come to Lima and actually meet the prospective students. After that I was completely sold. As soon as I knew that I was gonna come here, I was enrolled et cetera.
The first contact you have is with the international student office and they absolutely help you with everything. Starting with the visa process, with the housing process... They also help with anything you really need.
So arriving in France, what surprised me, for very good like very positive, was the international environment that I experienced living in the residence and coming to school. I was immediately in contact with people from different countries that I had never seen. And what scared me a little bit, was that the French level that i had before coming and the French level needed to be here. The gap was obvious, but people, especially in Lille, were very nice when I was trying to communicate with them. Even if i was using some English words or even some Spanish words, they were really nice.
The reason why I chose France as my home, is that it's the perfect balance from a latino point of view of the latin culture and the European culture. In the daylight you can see the difference and in the nightlife you can see the similarities. Differences and similarities that, at the end, really helped me develop myself as a person. And I think that's something that every international goes through and learns from. My first memory at EDHEC, it's the full day as i call it. It's the first day that we gather in the main hall and then we have outdoors activities, and then we eat together, they introduce us to the programme, they introduce us to the school. Being able to experience the location and the classes and the buildings, which are amazing, it's like a reality shock but a very positive one.
So if i had the all the amazing team from the ISO or the international student office members in front of me, the first thing that i would say would be definitely "thank you"!
Thank you, and thank you... Thank you for your help, thank you for your patience, thank you for your time. They really make the difference in the transition. The job that they're doing in that assistance, it's beyond what I've heard from other friends from other schools, from even other countries. For example, during the pandemic, they were very active and they helped us. And they sent us links for call centres, in case you needed to talk to someone, like psychological call centres and nutritionists, like they really take care of us in a very global aspect. I would just say thank you many times. The international office helps us because for example, they organise different cultural nights. The school has a lot of associations and many of them work with international students, for example, there's one called "Open Up" and they organise trips for international students. There are many ways to feel not or not feel homesick, and at the end of the course, it's a very amazing place to make amazing friends and that also helps.
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When is the programme application deadline?
For non-French degree holders:
Applications for the September 2025 intake are open until 9th June 2025.
For French degree holders:
5 rounds of application
| Application deadlines | Admission Results | |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | January 21, 2025 | February 18, 2025 |
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Round 2 |
February 25, 2025 | March 25, 2025 |
| Round 3 | March 25, 2025 | April 22, 2025 |
| Round 4 | April 29, 2025 | May 27, 2025 |
| Round 5 | June 9, 2025 | June 17, 2025 |
Do you accept scanned documents?
Yes, you can make scanned colour copies of the documents required
Should the application file and the two recommendation letters be typed or written by hand?
Letters of recommendation must be on official letterhead, signed and/or stamped (official stamp from the School/University or the Company). Your referees can use our recommendation template or they can choose to write their own letter using the Company/School’s official letterhead. Letters of recommendation that don’t follow the above requirements will not be accepted.
Will the Admissions’ Team contact my referees to request letters of recommendation?
EDHEC will not contact your referees. You must ask your referees to send their letters to you directly and you will need to upload the letters directly on your application (documents tab).
Will I have an interview with the Programme Manager?
Students that apply to our MIM or MSc programmes will not have a direct interview with the Programme Manager unless the Programme Director deems it necessary.
How is the online interview conducted?
Once your online application is completed and validated by your recruitment manager, the Admissions Team will send you a link to conduct your online video interview in English. It comprises six questions on your motivation, your interest in the programme and your previous experience (professional, group work, etc.). There are no right or wrong answers. You will have a practice session before you start the actual interview. Once you have completed the interview, it will be sent, along with your application file, to the Selection Committee.
Can I apply for more than one programme?
- Yes, you can apply for two programmes. A separate motivation letter is required for each programme.
- Motivation letter template
What are the minimum scores expected?
- TOEFL Internet-based ≥ 92 (/120)
- TOEIC ≥ 850 (/990)
- IELTS ≥ 6.5 (/9.0)
- Cambridge Test of English ≥ 175
What is the EDHEC institutional code for TOEFL?
- The code is 0663.
Can I apply for a waiver?
English native speakers or those holding a degree taught in English (minimum three years) are eligible for an English test waiver.
As a reminder, aptitude tests* are required for some programmes and optional for others. Please see the “admissions requirements” for your programme of choice.
Students must assign EDHEC as one of their score recipient institutions at the end of their test.
GMAT
MSc & Global MBA Double-Degree: 3QQ-WQ-62
MIM Global Economic Transformation & Technology: 3QQ-WQ-06
Master in Management, Business Management: 3QQ-WQ-05
Master in Management, Finance: 3QQ-WQ-36
Master in Management, Data Science & AI for Business: 3QQ-WQ-34
MSc in Creative Business & Social Innovation: 3QQ-WQ-60
MSc in Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence: 3QQ-WQ-82
MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation: 3QQ-WQ-77
MSc in Global & Sustainable Business: 3QQ-WQ-16
MSc in Marketing Management: 3QQ-WQ-47
MSc in Strategy, Organisation & Consultancy: 3QQ-WQ-84
LL.M. in Law & Tax Management: 3QQ-WQ-26
MSc in Corporate Finance & Banking: 3QQ-WQ-73
MSc in International Finance: 3QQ-WQ-98
MSc in Financial Engineering: 3QQ-WQ-69
MSc in Accounting & Finance: 3QQ-WQ-04
GRE
EDHEC Master in Management: 6564
EDHEC Master of Science: 6563
*(GMAT/GRE/TAGE MAGE/CFA level II (for finance programmes only)/CAT official test score report for Indian students only)
Is an aptitude test compulsory?
Please see the “admissions requirements” for your programme of choice. In general, aptitude tests are required for the Master's in Management Grande École programme.
Can I add an unofficial GMAT score report to my application?
You will get an unofficial score report immediately after taking your exam. You can send it to the Recruitment Office as an additional supporting document when applying. This document will be accepted provisionally as part of your application. The official report will be required to confirm your place.
Is there any help for students with regard to campus housing?
Once officially enrolled, you will receive help to find suitable accommodation, either in EDHEC residences or in privately owned apartments. EDHEC's International Students Office (ISO) is familiar with the visa formalities of most countries and will provide you with the necessary paperwork for completion. Should you have any concerns about your visa application, you can contact the ISO, provided you have already checked the relevant pages in the Welcome Guide and contacted your local Embassy. One requirement for most visa applications is proof of accommodation in France. Again, the ISO is on hand to provide you with a list of apartments, halls of residence and other types of housing, depending on your criteria. You can even "visit" them virtually on our new housing website. The team will do everything it can to make arrangements with the property owner and secure your booking. It can also pick you up from the airport on the day of your arrival (where possible) and take you directly to your new home.
When must my tuition fees be paid?
Within 2 or 3 weeks depending on the admissions period.
How does financial aid apply to the tuition fees?
Financial aid applies to the second and third instalments of the MSc programme fees and to the second, third and fourth instalments of fees for the MIM programme.
What is the EDHEC Career Centre?
- The Student Career Centre is dedicated to helping students find a job or an internship.
- 60,000 internships and 33,500 job offers are posted on EDHEC’s dedicated jobs board every year.
Complementary French courses are offered to all international students enrolled in our MSc programmes. Our French classes cover all learning levels, from complete beginner to advanced language skills. The goal is to support your integration into French culture and give you the linguistic foundations ‒ grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing and listening ‒ to express yourself in the French language.
- Class size: 10-25 students per group
- Contact hours:
- MIM 3 hours per week (30 hours per semester +6 hours group projects)
- MSc 2 hours per week (15 hours per semester)
- Instructor qualifications: Courses are held by an officially accredited French language teaching institution.
SCHOLARSHIPS
How to finance your Master’s?
As part of its strategic plan to "Impact Future Generations", EDHEC has committed to enabling talented students to pursue their studies through a diverse and transparent scholarship scheme. The French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs also offers a large number of grants and scholarships, and there are numerous bodies worldwide supporting the study of international students wishing to embark on a master’s programme. Below is a comprehensive overview of the scholarships, grants and loans available.
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Our dedicated team of International Recruitment Managers and Country Managers are here to help you in your application process, check your eligibility for your preferred programme and help identify which scholarship you might be eligible for.
Programme Insights
My name is Ryan Ritchie. I come from the United States, originally from Buffalo, New York.
I was really interested in learning about how to make, businesses more clean and more efficient, how to build the more interconnected economy, just how to make the world get along better and in a more green way.
And I feel like this program fits that perfectly. it's been really nice about this programme. Is that a lot of the professors, I think all the professors have spent time both, you know, working in academia,
so to speak, and then also working in the private sector in understanding what you need, to make an organisation better, to make an actual impact when it comes to the environment.
How you can do that more than just repeating a Wikipedia article, but instead understanding what works, what is actually received, what may be the best idea on paper, but unfortunately may not be feasible in the real world.
It's been really nice to understand how we can actually go out, leave the classroom, and actually have an impact tomorrow. Possibly.
One of the highlights of the semester has been, the sourcing class, where what we've been looking at is how to get, materials, how to help companies, build up their infrastructure, but do so in an environmentally friendly way. So to help connect it to the real world,
we been looking at a simulation all about creating a green supply chain, a circular economy.
I'm going through and understanding how these different, concepts really connect to the real world. And what's been nice about that is that when I first enter this programme, what I had heard about the circular economy is something that I thought was just for companies to make money. You know, they weren't actually interested
in, in the environment. So actually going through and hearing,
you know, the explanation about why certain choices are popular,
why we, we would want to pursue a particular path,
why a closed economy is so important.
That's been really nice because I came in not fully understanding it.
And right away that lets me know that when I leave here, there's something that I may be able to offer a company. Perhaps better explain something that, you know, as a consumer, myself, as someone who has to buy things.
I realised that there was an information gap there. So it's been really nice knowing that I've learned something here. You know, very early on in my first semester that I can go out and take in the real world
and see how I can improve. Something I didn't realise how I can hopefully help other people recognise that as well.
The perfect job title would be an ESG consultant. You know, just being able to go in into all these different companies where they may need that outside resources, may need that outside expertise.
That, I think, is the most exciting because it's not like organisations
don't want to be better. It's not like companies don't want to be
more friendly towards the environment. I mean, case study after case study, we read, we review, we discuss. As a class. It's all about how companies want to be more friendly, want to improve their carbon footprint, and want to be more environmentally mindful.
It's just they don't necessarily know how to do it when you're only looking at what you do with day to day.
So being that person who can come in from the outside, and introduce, you know, not not to fundamentally change, but to fundamentally improve, is what speaks to me.
So that ESG consulting title I think is really aligned with that.
FAQs of the MSc in Global & Sustainable Business
The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business will equip you with cutting-edge skills that will enable you to generate profitable and sustainable business growth. You will learn to analyse complex business environments and to develop competitive advantages along the value chain. The programme will give you in-depth insights into global business disciplines, hone your managerial skills and introduce you to industries where sustainability is key. The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business will prepare you to build a healthy environment and an inclusive society by creating global business solutions for tomorrow’s economy.
The Master’s in Global & Sustainable Business prepares you for a host of professional roles in industries with sustainability at their core. You could pursue a career, for example, as a corporate sustainability consultant, supply-chain manager, sustainability auditor, procurement specialist, operations manager, strategy consultant, corporate social responsibility officer, business developer, corporate engagement manager, marketing manager or environmental, social and governance (ESG) analyst.
Master’s courses in sustainability are advanced academic programmes that focus on integrating environmental, social, and economic principles into decision-making and management. They cover topics such as sustainable business strategies, renewable energy, environmental policy, and corporate social responsibility. These courses prepare students to address global sustainability challenges and pursue impactful careers in industries like green energy, sustainable development, and ethical business.
A Master's in Sustainability is worth it for individuals passionate about addressing global environmental and social challenges. This degree equips graduates with specialised skills in sustainable practices, ethical leadership, and strategic decision-making, making them valuable assets in various industries. Career opportunities span sectors like renewable energy, corporate social responsibility, supply chain management, and policy-making, where demand for sustainability experts is growing. Moreover, many organisations are integrating sustainability into their core strategies, offering competitive salaries and meaningful career paths for qualified professionals. The programme's worth ultimately depends on career goals, industry alignment, and the value placed on driving impactful change.
The MSc in Global & Sustainable Business tends to attract talented, creative thinkers keen to play their part in ensuring a sustainable global economy for future generations. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We require at least a three-year bachelor’s degree and an acceptable level of English language proficiency.
The requirements for a Master's in Sustainable Business include:
- Bachelor's Degree: Applicants must hold a minimum of a three-year undergraduate degree, preferably in business, economics, engineering, or related fields. Some programmes may also accept degrees in social sciences or natural sciences, depending on their focus.
- English Proficiency: Non-native English speakers are usually required to provide proof of English proficiency. Commonly accepted tests include:
- TOEFL: A score of 92 or above (internet-based).
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5.
- TOEIC: A score of 850 or higher.
- Cambridge Test of English: A minimum score of 175.
- Optional Standardised Tests: While not always mandatory, a strong GMAT, GRE, or similar test score can enhance the application. These scores may be required for competitive programmes or to qualify for scholarships.
Sustainable business has a minimal negative impact or, potentially, a strong positive impact on the environment, the local community or society as a whole.
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