ESSCA School of Management

✅ MSc Finance and Data Analytics

Institution: ESSCA School of Management
Location: Paris or Angers campus (verify for your intake)
Program Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Language of Instruction: English
Degree Awarded: Master of Science (MSc), Bac+5 (120 ECTS)

🎯 Program Highlights

• Integrates finance fundamentals with advanced data analytics techniques.
• Core topics include:
  • Corporate finance and investment analysis
  • Financial markets and instruments
  • Quantitative methods and econometrics
  • Big data analytics for finance
  • Risk management and financial modeling
  • Machine learning applications in finance
• Focus on practical skills via case studies, simulations, and projects.
• Internship opportunity (4-6 months) for hands-on industry experience.

💼 Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

• Financial Analyst
• Data Analyst in Finance
• Risk Manager
• Investment Analyst
• Quantitative Analyst
• Business Intelligence Consultant

🎓 Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (3 or 4 years), preferably in Finance, Economics, Business, Math, Statistics, or related fields.
• Strong quantitative skills and academic record.
• Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent) if education not in English.
• Application package includes:
  • CV/resume
  • Motivation letter
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Passport copy
• Interview (online/in-person) typically part of the admission process.

💶 Tuition Fees

• Tuition fee: Approx. €15,000 for the full 1-year program.
• Scholarships available based on merit or need.
• Estimated living expenses approx. €1,000/month (housing, food, transport).

🧭 Admission Process

1. Submit application online with all necessary documents.
2. Admissions committee reviews application.
3. Shortlisted candidates invited for an interview (30–45 minutes).
4. Admission decision communicated within 1–2 weeks.
5. On acceptance, sign enrollment contract and pay deposit (~€4,000) to confirm your place.

🎤 Sample Admission Interview Questions

• Why did you choose MSc Finance and Data Analytics at ESSCA?
• How do you plan to apply data analytics in finance careers?
• Describe your experience with quantitative methods or programming.
• What are your long-term career goals?
• How do you manage challenges in learning complex quantitative concepts?

📬 Contact & Application

• Program page: ESSCA MSc Finance and Data Analytics
• Email: admissions@essca.fr
• Phone: +33 2 41 73 42 00