The Master’s in Corporate Finance from the master in management
The Master’s in Corporate Finance trains experts capable of analyzing companies’ financial challenges and supporting their strategic decisions.The program combines a mastery of financial fundamentals, risk analysis, and an understanding of economic issues to develop a comprehensive view of corporate performance.
Graduates can pursue careers in the finance departments of companies, banks, insurance companies, or consulting firms, in roles related to financial analysis, investment, financing, or risk management.
- 🌍 TEMPO:Classical
- 📍 CAMPUS: Paris
- 🌐 LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: 100% English
- 🎓 DEGREE: Master’s degree, recognized by the government
Objectives
This specialization is designed to develop the skills needed to guide financial decisions and contribute to the creation of value for the company. In particular, students will gain in-depth knowledge of:
- Investment Evaluation and Financing
- Financial Risk Management and Analysis
- Capital Structure and Optimization
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Financial and Strategic Decision-Making
Key Skills
- Developing a Financial Strategy for a Company
- Structuring Capital
- Develop a distribution policy
- Understanding Short-Term Financing
- Understanding the Operational Impact of a Merger and Acquisition
- Evaluating Investment Opportunities Using Real Options
- Analyze and understand the cost of financial assets for a company (bonds, stocks, and financial derivatives)
- Understanding how a bank operates and the effects of monetary policy on the financial system
- Identify banks’ vulnerabilities and risks to the financial system
Subjects Taught
- Advanced Corporate Finance
- Financial Institutions
- Corporate Risk Management
- Methodology for Corporate Finance
- Decentralized Finance
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Controlling, Governance, and CSR
- Business Analytics
- Guidance on Master’s Thesis Methodology
An Enriching International Experience
The Master’s in Corporate Finance offers a truly international experience through academic exchange opportunities. In their fourth year, students can choose to participate in a university exchange program for one semester at one of190 partner universities around the world. This experience helps them develop a deep understanding of international markets and diverse business cultures.
For those who wish to take their studies further, it is also possible to earn a dual degree during a full academic year at a partner university in France or abroad. This program allows students to broaden their skill set and strengthen their international profile, a major asset in the job market.
An immersive educational approach closely aligned with real-world financial practices
Develop your financial skills through case studies, data analysis, and exercises based on real-world professional challenges. The training program makes extensive use of the Bloomberg Terminal room, which helps participants become familiar with the tools and practices used in financial markets.
Students can also earn recognized professional certifications, including the AMF certification and the Bloomberg certification. The program also develops the fundamentals and analytical skills required for the leading international certifications in finance and investment management.
What are the career opportunities for graduates of the Master’s in Corporate Finance program?
The Master’s in Corporate Finance paves the way for numerous career opportunities within companies and financial institutions in France and around the world. Through a curriculum that combines theory and practice, graduates develop the skills needed to advance to positions of responsibility in a variety of settings. Possible career paths include:
Assistant CFO
Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the overall management of the company’s financial operations.
- This may include financial planning, risk management, supervising financial teams, and contributing to financial strategy
Account Manager
Manage the company’s customer relationships
- This involves understanding customer needs, ensuring customer satisfaction, developing new business opportunities, and maximizing the value of customer accounts.
Financial Analyst
Analyze the company’s financial data to provide useful information for decision-making.
- This may include preparing financial reports, evaluating past and current performance, financial modeling, and recommending strategies for improvement.
Corporate Treasurer
Manage the company’s cash management activities.
- This includes managing cash flow, making decisions about short-term investments, managing foreign exchange risks, and ensuring that the company has the funds necessary to meet its obligations
Financial Reporting
Manage the company’s financial communications.
- This position involves communicating with shareholders, financial analysts, the media, and other stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of the company’s financial performance
Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst
Evaluate and analyze merger and acquisition opportunities for the company.
- This includes analyzing target companies, financial modeling, preparing presentations, and participating in negotiations regarding the terms of transactions.
CFO (Chief Financial Officer)
Serve as the chief executive in charge of all of the company’s financial activities.
- The CFO plays a major role in the company. He or she is responsible for a wide range of tasks, including strategic planning, risk management, overseeing the finance teams, communicating with stakeholders, and making critical financial decisions for the company.
A recognized program focused on careers in corporate finance
ESCE’s Master’s in Corporate Finance leads to a Master’s degree and prepares students for careers in finance in an international setting. The program combines financial expertise, risk analysis, and strategic decision-making to train professionals capable of supporting corporate performance and value creation.
Graduates can pursue careers in a variety of sectors and join companies, banks, insurance firms, or consulting firms seeking professionals with expertise in financial analysis, investment, financing, risk management, or mergers and acquisitions.
Professional experience at the heart of the program
In your fifth year, put your skills to the test through a 6-month internship in France or abroad. ESCE supports you in your search through its network of 10,000 partner companies, which offer numerous internship and job opportunities.
Through the Corporate Relations service, you’ll also receive personalized support, targeted opportunities, workshops, and job fairs to help you enter the workforce.
How do I apply to the “Grande École” program?
ESCE offers several admission options depending on the entry level for the Grande École Program. Here are the different options:
- First Year: Admission is through Parcoursup and the SESAME entrance exam, a joint exam for several leading business schools. After creating your application on Parcoursup, you must select ESCE as one of your choices and register for the SESAME entrance exam. This exam assesses your skills through written tests (online) and an oral exam (in person at one of our campuses). Admission is open to students who have completed high school, provided they have earned a high school diploma or an equivalent degree.
- 2nd year: Admission is based on an application and a motivational interview. Applicants must submit an application package including their transcripts and a resume, followed by a motivational interview designed to assess their interest in the program and their career goals.
- 3rd and 4th years: You have the option to enroll at ESCE in the 3rd or 4th year through an internal entrance exam. Admission takes place through specific sessions held from November through September, featuring online written exams and an in-person oral exam at one of our campuses.
Forinternational students, there is a specific admission process; detailed information is available on our website.
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