Master of Science (MSc) Financial Data Management

After a 3 or 4-year Degree

Presentation

Through a teaching approach based on case study, acquire an expertise in Finance and use database and predictive tools, as well as manage multidisciplinary teams.

The strong point of the programme is that it brings future graduates a strong knowledge both in standard core principles in Management and Business Finance, combined with Digital terminologies and tools, Big Data and AI directly relevant to their future position. As performance is also measured based on social and societal standards, a key part of the programme is devoted to soft skills: competencies linked to interpersonal and collaborative skills as well as emotional intelligence.

Level
5-year degree
Campus
Paris
Language
English
Rythm
On-site
  • Strong points
  • Programme
  • Admission
  • Career
  • Tuition fees and funding

Programme highlights

    1. 100% English-taught programme
    2. Lecturers and professional speakers with internationally recognised academic backgrounds
    3. A course that delivers sound professional experience through in-company immersive assignments such as: Internship or Consulting challenge, missions (teamwork), advanced finance business game, bootcamp, case studies, etc.

Programme

    Digital transformation and data

    Case studies:
    - Digital transformation and data
    - Management
    - Evolution of key corporate information systems
    - Data governance & architecture
    Data security - blockchain
    Data ethics and law
    Leading a digital project
    Coding in python

    Financial mechanisms and strategy

    Accounts consolidation techniques and IFRS
    Financial markets, selecting investments and funding modes: time value of money, risks and firm valuation
    Mergers and acquisitions

    Advanced financial analysis

    The four financial statements: b/s, p&l, retained earnings, cash flow
    Financial analysis, using ratios to make business decisions
    Financial assets valuation: time and value, interest rates, capital markets and pricing of risks, optimal portfolio and the CAPM stocks valuation
    Financial stakes of M&A

    Strategic decision-making and financial simulation

    Business planning, strategic decision making and financial simulation. Business game: 10 year micro economic model, 10 teams in competition
    Statistics applied to finance
    Bootcamps :
    - Performance modeling, analysis and Forecast, build a dashboard
    - How to select relevant data and build Key Performance Indicators

    Strategy and mastering risks

    Approachand tools to assess a business strategy execution (swot, porter, pestel…)
    Risk management: corporate risk, financial risk, credit risk, operational risk, esg and sustainibility…

    3 electives of choice

    Cases in ethical and sustainable development
    Change management and organisational transformation
    Critical issues in management
    Leading in multicultural environments
    Digital disruption and industry 4.0

    Financial communications

    Financial communications techniques
    Media and economy
    Leading multi-disciplinary teams and

    Communication Professional skills

    Career path
    Mission: prepare for a company’s digital transformation
    Mission: use data management tools
    Dissertation methodology
    Academic research partnership with a company
    Finance bootcamp (tutored projects)

    Professional thesis

    Internship

    Professional experience

    • Scientific Research Partnership with a company
    • 2 tutored projects (Bootcamp)
    • 2 x 3-to-5 week in company missions
    • 6-month internship in France or internationally
    • Professional thesis
  • Evaluation criteria for the course

    All components of the student's education are evaluated: academic learnings, internships, missions, challenges, dissertations, study stays in partner universities. For academic learnings, continuous assessment generally accounts for 40% and the final exam accounts for the remaining 60%. Evaluations may also take the form of case studies, role-playing, group work, etc. Professionalisation (work-study, internships, missions, challenges) and, where appropriate, the corresponding report, will be evaluated jointly by the teaching team and the company.

Admission

    Admission mode

    Selection based on application file and individual motivation interview.
    Guide d'utilisation de la plateforme de candidature

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  • Eligibility for application

    • Candidates must hold a four-year degree in Higher Education (4-year Bachelor Degree, BBA, Master 1, or equivalent). Other profiles may be accepted in derogation from these criteria.
    • This programme is also available over two years for candidates who hold a three-year in Higher Education level (3-year Bachelor Degree, BMI, licence, or equivalent). Tuition fees on request.

    More information about the Two-year MSc Track : 2-year MSc.

    No English language test score is required for students holding a degree from an English-speaking university. For other applicants, language requirements are: TOEIC 790, IELTS 6, TOEFL 83.

    Due to the covid-19 situation and the closure of some Exams Centres, we do offer the possibility for the candidate to take a Language Test online if needed for their application to one of our programme ; don’t hesitate to contact us for more information: applyto@em-normandie.fr.

    Admission procedure

    1. Application files submitted are reviewed with special attention paid to the seriousness of the file and the quality of the academic and/or professional profile.
    2. Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview via Skype. This interview helps clarify the applicants profile, their projects, their objectives. The final admission decision (offered or denied admission) is communicated a few days after this interview.
    3. Admitted candidates are notified formally and invited to make a down payment, later on deducted from the tuition fees. This initial payment confirms the candidate's seat in the programme and an unconditional letter of admission is then issued.

    In order for our students to benefit from optimal learning conditions, places in our programmes are limited. The number of remaining places is reviewed after each admission session. Whenever a cohort is full, admissions for the programme are closed.
    The application deadline for the next admission session is every 15th of the month.

    In addition to the EM Normandie application form, international candidates must approach their local Campus France office to facilitate the process of obtaining their visa. Once the down payment has been received, the School will help International students with their visa procedures and search for accommodation.

  • Well-being and Inclusion

    Inclusion of students with disabilities

    For several years now, EM Normandie has been committed to the inclusion of students with disabilities and has been striving to make it as easy as possible for them to learn, to continue their studies, to live socially within the school and to find employment. Specific training for its teachers and support services, school facilities, digital accessibility, etc. EM Normandie promotes values of equal opportunities and respect for differences, through the sharing of an inclusive culture and the continuous development of its practices. Are you disabled or have a chronic disabling illness? We can provide you with comprehensive support, whether it be in the context of your classes/exams, your search for internships, work-study programmes or jobs, or even in preparing for your expatriation.

Career

    General information about the employment market

    All companies, from Startups to multinationals, are considering to have already initiated or are currently finalising a digital shift for their Financial Service. All industries are impacted, with no exceptions, providing many job opportunities to graduates.

    Example of positions

    • Junior Finance Executive
    • Cash Manager
    • Credit Manager
    • Performance Manager
    • Head of Financial Communication
    • Risk Manager,...

    Example of companies where our graduates work

    PWC, Thalès, PSA, EY, Porsche Distribution

Tuition fees and funding

    Tuition Fees for 2023-2024

    • MSc Supply Chain Management: €14,500
      Tuition fees include the membership fee for EM Normandie Alumni Association, which gives you access to all services and a life membership.
    • €50 charged to candidates in order to study their profile
    • The contribution to CVEC (Contribution Vie Etudiante et de Campus), amounting to €95, by connecting to the dedicated plaftorm.
  • Fundings

    Various options are offered to students to fund their studies:

  • International payment methods

    We are a partner of the Flywire platform

    This online tool facilitates the procedures of international students by offering the following services:

    • Online tracking of transfers
    • Payment in the national currency, which reduces costs
    • Choice of many payment methods

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