Ranking(s):
#5
Business Education Rankings - Masters in Management (2023)
Format : Fulltime/Internship
Program objectives
1 Diploma, 2 Distinguished european schools
ESSEC-CentraleSupélec Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Management Sciences program combines faculty resources of two of the most prestigious Business and Engineering Schools in Europe.
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Internship/professional experiences
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Hybrid and innovative program
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International academic exchange
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N° de fiche RNCP38068 |
Key Figures
A word from the Executive Director
Turn your dreams into reality
“ESSEC Business School and CentraleSupelec have joined forces to create an international Bachelor program in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Management Sciences. Information technologies, and in particular massive data processing and artificial intelligence, are a source of both opportunities and challenges for organizations and societies. It is essential that the young generation understands the dynamics of the current transitions, strongly affected by the social, environmental, and digital transformations of society, and be properly equipped to handle them.
The Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Management Sciences program is hybrid and innovative. It combines the academic resources and educational expertise of two major schools, one of business, the other one of engineering, to allow students to build in-depth knowledge of models and scientific methods of data analysis, develop strong skills in mathematical modeling and computer science, and acquire a solid generalist base in the disciplines of management and administration.
At the end of the program, graduates will be able to start their own business or enter the job market in technical or managerial positions. They will also be able to deepen and specialize their knowledge by joining a prestigious Master's degree… and turn their dreams into reality!”
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Hugues Levecq |
Program presentation video by Hugues Levecq
Presentation by Hugues Levecq, Executive Director Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Management Sciences
A unique program that blends excellence in sciences & business
Hybrid structure:
courses from both institutions every semester
Academic fields:
Business Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Management Mathematics
International:
mobility + and Internships
Structure of the program
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Internship - 3 months |
* During the first 2 years, 75% of the courses are delivered by professors of the school hosting students, and 25% of the courses by professors of the other school.
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Fall of Year 1: 75% of the courses from CentraleSupélec professors, 25% of the courses by ESSEC professors.
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Fall |
Host campus |
Corporate Research Project |
Host campus CentraleSupélec - Saclay* |
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Spring |
International Exchange (Business or Engineering) Thesis |
Internship - 6 months |
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Summer |
Research work in the field of specialisation |
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* During the last 2 years, courses are evenly split between professors of both schools each semester.
Your study plan
First Year | Second Year |
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Get introduced and consolidate fundamental knowledge and skills.
Embark on learning expeditions for hands-on experience in program-related industries and professions
| Consolidate core knowledge and develop skills in data science and business analytics.
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Third Year | Four Year |
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Introduce AI and reinforce modeling competencies about management science and the corporate world.
| Finalize your experience and build your expertise through applied research and professionalization. |
What will you learn ?
* This list of courses may be subject to evolution.
Managerial disciplines * | |
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Core Management courses to understand companies • Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Operations Management Economics as a tool for modeling • Micro, Macro, Network & Digital economics Business Analytics to understand how companies benefit from data & AI • Econometrics, Forecasting, Business Data Science, Decision Analysis, Business intelligence, Excel & digital tools, Data Visualization and design | Management & Governance of Data & Technology • IS/IT management, AI strategy, Data Law & Intellectual Property, Ethics Humanities & understanding of society • Society and geopolitics, Philosophy of Science, Negotiation, Responsible Leadership, Climate and energy transition, Intercultural management, Knowing oneself and teamwork, Entrepreneurship, Diversity Languages • Spanish, Chinese, and French for international students |
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Maths • Mathematics for Data Analysis, Engineering & Management; • Probability and Statistics for Data Analysis & Management; • Optimization and Machine Learning methodology Computer Science • Identify requirements and formalize problems to design and implement innovative algorithms; • Discover opportunities for technologies and processes; • Develop changes in techniques for Sustainable Business In Society | Data Science • Understand and analyze data to explore and influence digital markets and society; • Identify useful tools in data panorama to support decisions and strategic processes in companies; • Use data in the strategic decisions AI • Apply AI techniques to overcome the computational complexity of algorithms and problems; • Handle and recognize useful and innovative Artificial Intelligence techniques in specific use cases |
Recognition
ESSEC Business School has been recognized by Campus France and the Ministry of Higher Education and Research for the quality of its international students’ welcome.
The school received the highest level that can be obtained from the "Bienvenue en France" certification, which is the third level.
This certification recognizes the quality of ESSEC's reception in all the criteria provided:
- The quality and accessibility of information
- The welcoming of new international students
- The academic offer
- Accommodations
- Campus life
- The quality of post-graduate follow-up
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The ESSEC Global BBA is accredited and holds a Bachelor’s degree equivalent (Grade of Licence)
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The program is listed in the RNCP – RNCP File 36560 (Level 6).
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The academic excellence of ESSEC’s programs is recognized through its international standards in management training, and it holds the prestigious ”Triple Crown'' of accreditations: EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
Community life
Over the years, the successive batches of ESSEC Business School students have founded and run more than 100 clubs and associations with a wide variety of themes: sporting, cultural, humanitarian, international…: there is something for everyone!
Thanks to this brochure, a glance is enough to identify the associations and clubs that will have your preference: a ranking by themes, then by representation on the campuses of Cergy, Singapore and Rabat is proposed to you.
CentraleSupélec students associations
CentraleSupélec has over 135 student associations and clubs that you can join to enjoy your student life to the fullest.
ESSEC & CentraleSupélec Campuses
Combine the power of two campuses
Choosing the BSc in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Management Sciences means you will enjoy studying at up to two campuses. These are around Paris, France. You are sure to pursue your studies in a spacious, conducive environment for you to reach your highest potential.
At just 35 minutes from the bustling business district La Défense, stands the iconic ESSEC France Campus. Located in the second largest student area around Paris and housing over 27,000 students, the France campus provides everything you need to develop and enjoy your academic career to the fullest.
The campus is a very modern home to our 4000 students: they use the latest technologies in our Knowledge Labs, enjoy a nice meal together in the restaurant The Daily Market, and of course relax and socialize in the Foy’s bar. Our students are very diverse and active: there are over 100 student associations you can join.
The monthly living expenses are approximately 1000 € covering housing, food, etc.
Most importantly, however, next to great facilities and modern infrastructures, the ESSEC France campus is renowned for the power of its programs. Expect nothing short of top-of-the-bill educational programs provided by the world’s best professors. Your development won’t stop at the classroom door either: 1500 managers yearly come and recruit our students during events. Next to that, at the ESSEC France campus, we have our very own two incubators at the heart of our entrepreneurial ecosystem. In other words: you can directly put your most creative and innovative ideas to the test, do internships and apprenticeships at world-changing companies in France, while immersed in the rich French culture (and pick up French, while you’re at it…!)
Choose the ESSEC France Campus, if:
You are attracted to the rich French culture and the French language;
You want to enjoy the strongly established ties to the industry and business community, like no other school in France can provide;
You enjoy a melting pot of cultures, languages, and diversity in the classroom;
You look forward to learning from and working with some of science and business’ finest;
You look forward to - next to studying - enjoying the plethora of wonderful experiences Paris has to offer.
In September 2017, CentraleSupélec opened the doors to its brand new Saclay campus, in Gif-sur-Yvette: 105,000m2 of excellence and innovation comprising 4 buildings, of which two are completely new. This will facilitate exchange and interdisciplinarity.
Significant joint equipment (student accommodation, a learning center, library, gym, sports courts, etc.) will be added to this which, along with ENS Paris-Saclay and Paris-Sud University, will ultimately make up the largest district of the Saclay Plateau: the Moulon district. Located 25 km south of Paris, it will attract more than 30,000 people, of which 8,000 students and scientific equipment employees from both public and private sectors.
On this campus, we bring over 2,000 students from 60 countries together. They all manage their cultural, social, and even technological activities there. Activities such as Gala, Central Business Forum, Centrale 7, and so on. Doing sports and relaxing is also essential for many Centralers’: our campus houses gyms, restaurants, collaborative workspaces, sports rooms, and many other facilities. Studying here, you can enjoy an intense and convivial student life!
ESSEC & CentraleSupélec accompany you
Career Services
Career guidance and support to students and graduates are provided to help them find and pursue their chosen dream careers.
- 17 000 exclusive job postings : internships, apprenticeships and jobs.
- 430+ meetings with recruiters based in France and all around the world : job fairs, company presentations and case studies.
- 4 000+ individual appointments with career consultants.
- Access to 5 learning platforms and 40+ articles, training and self-teaching modules
- 164 career related workshops
To help you see more clearly, the career services team offers a complete service to support you, answer your questions, and help you move forward.
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Develop interpersonal and professional skills and perspectives that will be valued in your future internships and career.
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Find an internship that will allow you to further your career plan.
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Define your professional project through numerous coaching workshops led by specialists.
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Learn more about the professional world and find internships during recruitment events and panel discussions with our corporate partners.
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Prepare your CV and your job interviews.
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Acquire all the skills that will help you strive during your career
| Individual meetings with career counselors |
Meet-and-greet with business professionals |
Recruitment fairs with more than 500companies |
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On-campus career fairs specialized in certain fields finance, consulting, start-up, and innovative companies |
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Alumni worldwide
Enrolling in the BSc in AI, DATA and Management Sciences makes you a member of ESSEC Business School and CentraleSupélec global alumni communities.
As a student and graduate, you will leverage this significant network as alumni stay involved and in touch with each other and the schools. As well as sharing their experience with students, they organize events worldwide via the various local chapters, conferences, round tables, brainstorming sessions, get-togethers, etc.
71.000
Alumni
ESSEC Business School
45.000
Alumni
CentraleSupélec
Enter the job market
- Positions that combine business studies & analytics:
- Product Manager, Business Analyst, Project Management, Digital Marketing, Consulting, Data Scientist/Analys
- Continue at a Master’s level:
- Management (MiM), Engineering, Digital Marketing, Business Analytics and Decision Making, Finance & Financial Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, IS Management, AI..
- Across different industries:
- Web/digital/software, finance, consulting, medicine, electronics/industries, business
- Be an entrepreneur and launch your own start-up thanks to both ESSEC Business School and CentraleSupélec incubators.
After graduation - Types of jobs:
Do I have the profile that fits?
- Have you graduated or will you graduate shortly from high school with good grades?
- Do you want to gain expertise in AI, data analysis, and management sciences,
blending business and engineering skills? - Are you interested in developing strong mathematical modeling, data science, and
computer science skills?
Application steps
The application form is to be filled in online. Create your account and you will receive an email with your login and pin number. These are required each time you sign in so don’t lose them! You can fill in the application form at your ease and come back to it at any point.
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Together with the online application form, you will need to provide official or authenticated copies, certified and translated into English (stamped and signed), of the following: |
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Academic transcripts |
Of the last 3 years of high school |
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High School Diploma or enrollment certificate |
The enrollment certificate should state the grade you are currently enrolled in, the diploma you are preparing & your expected graduation date. The documents must be official. |
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An English test score |
You will need to provide one of the following English proficiency tests as part of your application form: • TOEIC (Listening and Reading) with a minimum score of 850 • TOEFL IBT (internet-based test) with a minimum score of 90 • IELTS (Academic) with a minimum score of 6.5 • Cambridge (FCE First Certificate in English) with a minimum score of 175) The English test is not required if the last 2 years of your academic curriculum are taught entirely in English. Tests that have been sat more than 2 years ago (at this application deadline) will not be accepted. It can take several months to prepare and register for an exam slot, so keep this in mind before starting your application as, without a test score, it will be incomplete. |
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Your CV |
One page |
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Your passport or ID card (in English) |
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Academic recommendation (optional) |
If you want your referees to fill out a recommendation letter/survey for you, kindly enter their details as soon as possible, after you start your application. This will give them enough time to fill out your recommendation form before the deadline. |
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Application fees Cergy Campus: €100 non-refundable fee Application fees must be paid on the online application portal (for all campuses). |
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Once you have completed your online application and have attached all the supporting documents, the final step is to submit your online application.
After submitting your application, you will receive login details to access a platform to take the online Mathematics test on the date indicated above.
The mathematics test is compulsory as it is a criterion for eligibility to the Program.
Click here to discover the Mathematics test - Instructions & exercises
Your application will be fully studied by the admission committee. Each part of your application is taken into account. The result will then be published online and you can access this via your online application portal.
Shortlisted results will be announced on the dates communicated in the table above.
Shortlisted candidates will only be contacted to organize a motivational interview in English - Online.
The interview will last 25 minutes in front of two interviewers (a member of the Faculty, or a professional from ESSEC and CentraleSupélec). Please be aware that no interview will be scheduled out of the announced dates.
Results will be published online in your online application portal.
If you have been successful, you will be notified by email.
The application deadlines
* 12 PM Paris time (noon)
** At the latest
*** Except Saturdays and Sundays
English Tests: TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge
Given that English test centers are currently closed in some countries, candidates who have not already taken the test are allowed to apply to all rounds by submitting the TOEFL ITP (for candidates based in Mainland China) or the TOEFL iBT® Special Home Edition
Application rounds | Online application deadline* | Mathematics test | Shortlisted results** | Interviews*** | Final admission results ** |
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Round 1 | 6 November 2024 | 12 November 2024, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Paris Time) | 29 November 2024 | 5-10 December 2024
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Round 2 | 6 January 2025 | 9 January 2025, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Paris Time) | 27 January 2025 | 30 January - 5 February 2025 | 11 February 2025 |
Round 3 | 12 February 2025 | 18 February 2025, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Paris Time) | 10 March 2025 | 17 - 21 March 2025 | 26 March 2025 |
Round 4 | 26 March 2025 | 1 April 2025, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Paris Time) | 18 April 2025 | 24-30 April 2025 | 6 May 2025 |
Application and tuition fees
Living cost
Monthly approximate covering housing, food, etc.: €1,000
Total tuition intake 2025 | |
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Valid for the 2025-2026 Academic Year | €19,700 for EU €23,000 for non-EU |
• For EU nationals | €7,000 |
• For non-EU nationals | €7,000 |
• Remaining tuition | €12,700 for EU |
• Student services fees | €3,550 for EU €3,750 for non-EU |
ESSEC Scholarships
Scholarships
Description: To sustain the academic excellence of the Global BBA, ESSEC Business School offers scholarships to the most outstanding international candidates.
Eligibility: Open to all applicants and awarded based on the overall quality of their application i.e. academic excellence demonstrated in the file and in the selection interview.
Amount: Can cover up to 25% of total tuition fees.
Scholarships are awarded with the admission decision at each session of admission.
No additional applications or requests.
Description: Varied cultural perspectives and backgrounds enhance the education and experience of all our students as well as being a key factor in the excellence of our programs. With this in mind, ESSEC seeks to create further diversity in its already diverse student body.
Eligibility: Be a citizen of a country in one of the following regions: Africa, Asia, Asia-Pacific, Europe (except France), North America, and South America.
Amount: Up to 25% of total tuition fees.
Scholarships are awarded with the admission decision at each session of admission.
No additional applications or requests.
Other Scholarships
In order to help international students in their search for financing options, Campus France has set up a search engine allowing you to find scholarships for which you may be eligible.
For more information: Campus Bourses - Grant search engine
A platform to channel the influence of Lebanese finance executives worldwide to establish stronger bonds, nurture the next generation, and promote Lebanon.
Eligibility:
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Be Lebanese or of Lebanese descent.
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Achieve and maintain academic excellence.
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Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in Finance.
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Be in financial need.
Amount:
Up to 12,000$ per year for the duration of the academic programme.
Application procedure:
ESSEC submits applications for LIFE Scholarships on your behalf.
Bank Loans
Student Loans
Banks in Cergy offer ESSEC student loans at preferential rates, which can be paid back following graduation. ESSEC has also established a partnership with the bank Le Crédit Lyonnais (LCL) in Cergy to offer financing that covers full tuition fees for any of our academic programmes.
Loan applicants are required to have a guarantor living in France. According to the banks, the guarantor must earn enough to cover the monthly loan payments but also either be a French citizen, a close family member, and/or both. Additional fees and expenses will be the responsibility of the student.
Loan Amount: Variable
Duration: can last approximately eight years including deferred payment.
Many US citizens or permanent residents opt to take out the US Federal Stafford and private Sallie Mae loans. These loans can cover up to the full cost of attendance and all applicants having a co-signer in the US are eligible for these loan programmes. ESSEC is listed as “ESSEC Business School", and has a code number of G30959.
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