Business & strategy
Programme
MSc Artificial Intelligence for Business Transformation

Practical information
Type of programme
Full time
Duration
1 ou 2 ans
Tuition fees
€25,000 for the One-Year MSc, €44,000 for the Two-Year MSc
Location
Paris (France)
Language
English
Start date(s)
September
Admission level
High school + 3 years of study, Bachelor degree
Degree
Master degree


Programme overview
Programme taught by both a business and an engineering school
This programme trains professionals who understand the inner workings of artificial intelligence, its capabilities and its limits, but who also understand the meaningful creation of value for organisations.
Half of the courses are delivered by our partner ESIEA (“the 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.

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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.
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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 artificial intelligence
- Soft skills: relational, multidisciplinary team management and communication, creativity, innovation in solutions
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- 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. - Study trip
Three- or four-day study trip to visit companies working in AI and meet AI managers and experts. Students also take part in team activities and workshops during these study trips. Travelling and accommodation is paid for by SKEMA.
- Technical and managerial
The programme in videos




Courses
This MSc in business and AI is a full-time programme with eight months of courses followed by work experience or a research project.
Artist/Entrepreneur/Athlete and Student: It’s Possible!
SKEMA offers tailored arrangements for individuals with special statuses, enabling them to successfully pursue a dual path: obtaining a higher education degree while continuing their professional careers.
These programmes are built on curriculum flexibility, notably through a course system that includes tailored measures for each type of activity, providing a real solution to support the success of dual academic and professional ambitions.
The High-Level Athlete Track
The course system offers students the following:
- Possibility to extend the duration of studies (by 1 to 2 years) without any additional tuition fees (HLA – High-Level Athletes) / academic years may be split
- Personalised timetable arrangements, based on a detailed review of both sporting and academic calendars
- Tailored support including academic and athletic mentoring, follow-up, and specific assistance dedicated to the needs of athletes
- Adaptation of internship and exam arrangements in case of competitions.
- Flexible international experience if needed
- Recognition of athletic commitment through the award of 3 ECTS credits.
Documents to be submitted in addition to your application:
- Athletic CV with record of achievements
- Sports motivation letter
- Copy of your current year’s federation licence or club certificate
- Sporting goals, training, and competition schedule for the coming year
- Certificate of inclusion on the Ministry of Youth and Sports list or from the training centre (if applicable)
Admissions
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Financing
2025/2026
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International Admissions Officer
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