Duration : 1 or 2 years
Degree: Bac +5 qualification, equivalent to a master's degree
Full time
English
Why choose the Sustainable Management & Social Impact Track ?
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One of the first comprehensive programmes that include both management of sustainable policies and impact assessment.
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The impact assessment part anticipates future trends of new norms requiring the monitoring and assessment of policy impact in ESG Reporting.
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Graduates will have the skills required to design, implement and assess sustainable policy impact, thus covering the entire process of sustainable strategy deployment for an organisation.
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A unique combination of technical and managerial skills in sustainability that employers actively seek in the job market
Programme Duration and Structure
You can complete the MSc in Business Analytics in either one or two years, depending on your academic background.
- One year: if you hold 240 ECTS credits, or a three‑year Bachelor’s degree plus at least three years of relevant professional experience.
- Two years: if you hold 180 ECTS credits.
If you have sufficient prior credits, you follow the accelerated one‑year route. Otherwise, you undertake the full two‑year cycle to consolidate your academic foundations and broaden your expertise.
Year 1: Building Core Competencies
Semester 1: Advanced Management Skills
In your first semester, you develop Advanced Management Skills. You strengthen essential capabilities required of decision‑makers across all professions: leadership, strategic insight, information systems, budgetary control, and a comprehensive understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and ethics. These foundations equip you to launch your career successfully.
Semester 2: Choice of a Pre‑specialisation Track
In your second semester, you refine your academic direction and select a pre‑specialisation track that aligns with your career ambitions. You choose from:
- Finance
- Marketing
- Management & Strategy
Year 2: Specialisation
The 2nd year programme comprises 361 hours of on-site teaching, delivered over two semesters in Paris.
Our teaching approach emphasises practical and hands-on learning. Throughout the programme, you will work with real-world examples, enabling you to develop your skills through practical experience in AI applications.
Core Modules
- Sustainability and Global Challenges
- AI and machine learning
- Law and Ethics in AI and data management
- Technology and innovation management
- Introduction to Python
- Research methods for thesis
Track Sustainable Management & Social Impact
- Climate change, resource management and corporate governance
- Social innovation and transformation
- Sustainable operations management
- Natural resources and energy management
- Resilient and sustainable cities and regions
- ESG policies, laws and regulations
- ESG impact assessment and reporting
- Ecological economics
Final steps
- A Master’s Thesis. A three-part seminar throughout the course: “Methodology for writing your master’s Thesis” will help you to prepare and produce it.
- A 4 to 6 month internship in any country
Career perspectives
- Environmental, Social and Governance Analyst
- ESG Reporting
- Corporate Social
- Responsibility Manager
- Non-governmental Organisations
- Environmental Management and Consultancy
- Sustainable Marketing
- Sustainable Product Manager
A Master Degree Granted
The Master of Science in Business Analytics is granted degree status (Grade de master) by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research and formally recognised as a national qualification.
This accreditation, derived from the European “bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate” (LMD) system, certifies the high standard of professional and academic competencies of the qualification at the national level.
Registered with the French National Register of Professional Certifications (RNCP), under the reference number 41189, Level 7 – equivalent to a master’s degree (Bac+5).
FAQ for MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact
What will I learn in the MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact programme?
You will develop key leadership skills and a deep understanding of how sustainable approaches to business can offer new opportunities for organisations. The curriculum covers sustainable policy management, impact assessment, and the entire sustainable strategy deployment process.
Are there any prerequisites for the MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact programme?
Applicants should hold a 4-year Bachelor Degree or a 3-year Bachelor Degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally with some exposure to sustainability or social impact concepts.
What are the admission requirements for international students for the MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact?
International students must meet the same academic requirements and may need to demonstrate proficiency in English, with a focus on understanding sustainability and social impact concepts.
What kind of projects will I work on during the MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact programme?
You will engage in projects that address real-world sustainability challenges, collaborating with businesses and non-profit organisations to develop innovative solutions.
How long is the MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact programme?
The programme is a full-time course that lasts 12 months, providing an intensive and comprehensive education in sustainable management and social impact.
What career opportunities are available after completing this MSc in Sustainable Management & Social Impact?
Graduates can pursue careers in sustainability consulting, corporate social responsibility, environmental management, and roles that involve implementing and managing sustainable business practices.
