Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business

Next intake : 2027

The Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business, which grants a master’s degree, prepares graduates to become responsible leaders in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Duration : 1 or 2 years

Degree: Bac +5 qualification, equivalent to a master's degree

Full time

English

Join ESSCA in September 2027

Ready for a new chapter? Join ESSCA in September 2027! Learn about admission requirements and kickstart your journey towards a rewarding future with a leading European Business School.

Admissions

Candidates may join either the 1-year or 2-year version of the programme, depending on their academic background and professional experience.

1-year course: Apply now

  • A 4-year Bachelor's degree (240 ECTS credits) with no professional experience required.
  • A 3-year Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS credits) combined with a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.

2-year course (full programme): Apply now

  • Admissions are open to candidates who hold or are about to hold a 3-year bachelor degree minimum (equivalent to 180 ECTS credits)

The evaluation committee conducts a preliminary academic assessment of the application file. This assessment may be eliminatory, resulting in a decision of non-admission if the application does not meet the required criteria or expectations.

Calendar

Admission calendar
Opening15 September 2026
Submission deadline (Non-European Union students*)30 June 2027
Submission deadline (European Union students*)10 July 2027

*European Union Citizen/national

Application fee: €100

Admission Session Calendar

Admissions take place in several rounds, starting in November 2026.

Session 1
Opening15 September 2026
Submission deadline15 October 2026
Results at latest20 November 2026
Session 2
Submission deadline15 November 2026
Results20 December 2026
Session 3
Submission deadline15 December 2026
Results20 January 2027
Session 4
Submission deadline15 January 2027
Results15 February 2027
Session 5
Submission deadline15 February 2027
Results25 March 2027
Session 6
Submission deadline15 March 2027
Results15 April 2027
Session 7
Submission deadline15 April 2027
Results15 May 2027
Session 8
Submission deadline15 May 2027
Results15 June 2027
Session 9
Submission deadline10 July 2027*
ResultsRolling basis**

*Candidates requiring a visa must submit their application no later than:
> Monday, 31 May for international campuses (Budapest, Malaga and Shanghai)
> Wednesday, 30 June for all other campuses

**Candidates will receive their admission decision within 48 to 72 hours following their interview.

Documents required

Your application file includes the following documents that you will be required to upload in the online application platform:

  • The copy of an ID
  • A resume
  • A cover letter
  • All transcripts of higher education
  • A copy of the Bachelor Degree or if you have not yet graduated, a school certificate for the current or 1st semester/quarter transcript (if available)
  • A score in an official French and/or English language proficiency test (*)
  • Any additional and optional document highlighting your application (recommendation letters, GMAT certificate, other certificates, awards, etc.)

(*) English and/or French language proficiency tests are mandatory, depending on the applicant’s chosen language of study.

However, applicants are exempt from providing an English and/or French score if they:
– Have studied at least one year in French and/or English
– Have French and/or English as their mother tongue

Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business

The Master in Artificial Intelligence for Business at ESSCA integrates data, finance and artificial intelligence, preparing students with technical expertise, business insight and ethical leadership.