A unique programme taught by both a business and an engineering school
This programme trains professionals who understand the inner workings of AI, its capabilities and limits as well as understanding the meaningful creation of value for organisations.
Half of the courses are delivered by
our partner ESIEA (“engineering school of the digital world”); these mainly focus on
AI algorithms, computer programming, and IT infrastructure for AI. The other half are delivered by SKEMA professors, mainly focussing on the
management of AI and applied projects in data science and AI with our industry partners such as Microsoft.
Some students in this programme have an engineering background but seek to be trained to meet the specific challenges of managing AI; others have solid managerial training or experience and seek technical skills to truly understand AI. We also welcome students who do not match either of these profiles, but who are highly motivated self-learners with a genuine interest in both the technical and managerial aspects of AI.
We equip students with the practical technical skills and the critical managerial competencies to become effective leaders in the exciting, ever-changing world that AI offers.
Key facts
This MSc is a full-time programme with eight months of courses followed by work experience or a research project.
By joining an MSc, students obtain a master of science degree and the "Diploma of Specialised Studies in International Management" (DESMI), a degree approved by France's Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (master's level).
ESIEA engineering school

This is a joint degree with
ESIEA which is
specialised in digital science and technology and has more than 1,300 students. It has two campuses in France, in Paris and Laval.
The school is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) and awards a master's level engineering degree approved by the
Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur (CTI).
Its teaching is based on active learning, projects, personal development, and research.

What makes this MSc stand out?
Technical and managerial
You will develop detailed technical skills and in-depth managerial competencies
Contemporary technologies
Students learn multiple contemporary AI technologies: machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, R, Python, Microsoft Power Platform, and other low-code AI programming technologies
Professional certification
Training for AgilePM® certification (most students pass the examination)
Real and practical
Real projects with real companies such as Microsoft
Networking
Beyond scheduled courses, there are additional conferences, seminars, company visits and other experiences with industry experts.
Students acquire skills:
Contemporary AI challenges and opportunities for organisations
Machine learning and advanced AI programming in Python
Data science programming with R
AI infrastructure: data management, big data, cloud computing, cyber security, etc.
Business intelligence, management of AI, ethics and project management
Data science and AI projects with real data and real companies
Business-oriented research projects with AI
Soft skills: relational, multidisciplinary team management and communication, creativity, innovation in solutions
About the degree
By joining an MSc, students obtain a master of science degree and the "Diploma of Specialised Studies in International Management" (DESMI), a degree approved by France's Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (master's level.
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