Finance
Programme
MSc Corporate Financial Management
Practical information
Type of programme
Full time
Duration
1 or 2 years
Tuition fees
One-Year MSc : €19,000 , Two-Year MSc : €38,000
Location
Belo Horizonte (Brazil), Paris (France), Sophia Antipolis (France), Suzhou (China)
Language
English
Start date(s)
September, January
Admission level
High school + 3 years of study, Bachelor degree
Degree
Master degree
Finance and accounting in one interactive programme
Careers in corporate finance are undergoing critical changes in the global economy. Practitioners have to face new demands and challenges, and become true business partners at decision making levels.
The programme aims at providing participants with solid technical knowledge and skills, as well as the transversal competencies which are required to manage complex financial situations in an international environment. Special emphasis is placed on innovative tools and practices.
Participants are trained on real life case studies, which focus attention on business and the role of financial management in market/customer driven strategies.
What makes this MSc stand out?
- Dual competency in finance and management
- Excellent career prospects
- Taught by international faculty and practising professionals who give input to the design of the programme
- Collaboration and partnerships with the best companies and financial institutions
- Close follow up until career start.
- A broad range of relevant specialisation tracks
Torben Sommer, 25 years’ Wall St & City banking experience
"The Corporate Financial Management programme stands out because it teaches the students technical financial plug and play tools for an outstanding career in investment banking, and at the Big Four.
The increasingly competitive job environment demands the skills that this master’s degree provides to students. The programme has a proven track record with alumni who three years into their careers are already the go-to guys for financial modeling and analysis in their firms.
The programme develops very employable graduates ready for the finance departments of large corporations. Most students are bilingual or tri-lingual so these graduates find work all around the globe."
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- The use of blended learning methods means that class time is optimised for individualised guidance and discussion of the practical application of theories.
- Students receive personalised instruction from teachers and practitioners where it is most needed.
- Students build fruitful relationships with each other and develop a community of best practices in their own field of experience.
- Furthermore the programme has an academic committee of industry representatives and corporate partners who review the programme every year so that its content is kept in line and up-to-date with the needs of the market.
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- Financial analysis of international listed companies
- Raising private equity for startups, small and mid-cap companies
- Real-life financial solutions providing for SMEs (partnership with KPMG)
- Financial modelling with Excel and financial tools building
- Analysis of strategic and operational risks in international corporations (Canadian
chemical firm, Chinese insurance company, Brazilian mining company, etc) - Discussion of issues faced in investment and corporate banking
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- Fund Raising & Innovative Investments (Paris)
- Financial Advisory (Paris)
- Private Equity and Alternative Investment (CAIA certificate preparation) (Sophia Antipolis)
- Financial Risk Management - FRM certificate preparation (Belo Horizonte)
- Digital Finance and Fintech (Suzhou)
The programme in videos
Courses
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
Financing
2025/2026
Careers
MSc employment survey (class of 2023)
- Net employment rate after 6 months : 100 %
- 45% work outside of their home country
- Business areas students choose to work in : Finance, Bank, Insurance Consulting, Engineering Technologies Industry Energy, Transport, Construction
Career opportunities
Graduates of this Master's programme will be able to work as : Financial manager, Investment manager, Treasury manager, Risk manager, Credit manager, Financial advisor Auditor, Compliance office
Recruiting companies
AXA Investment Managers, BNP Paribas, Bosch, CBRE Group, Danone, Deloitte, Eiffel Investment, EY, HSBC, Imap Albia Capital, JP Morgan, KPMG, Mazars, Morgan Stanley, Moody’s, PAI Partners, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, Société Générale, Sopra Steria Next, Total Energies, SMBC Sumito Mitsui Banking Corporation, Tikehau Capital, Unicredit, Valeo, Vente-privée.com
SKEMA Talent & Careers : Get ready for your career
SKEMA Talent & Careers, made of career consultants and dedicated experts, supports students in getting ready for their professional project, in discovering jobs, companies and business sectors, and in sourcing internships and jobs.
Our mission is to give you all the resources, methods and opportunities to successfully get on the job market.
Professional development
Build your professional project at each step of your studies thanks to dedicated support and resources.
Corporate events
Meet companies and recruiters, learn more about jobs and business sectors.
Internship and job search
Find your dream internship among a large number of offers available to you, in France or abroad.
Personalised advice
Discuss your plans further with a Talent & Careers consultant and get individualised guidance.
SKEMA Alumni : A powerful, supportive network
As an MSc student, you will become a member of SKEMA Alumni, a network of more than 60,000 graduates in key positions in more than 145 countries around the world. You will benefit from the numerous services that will help you to promote business opportunities, meetings and professional development.
Student testimonial
"I achieved my goals thanks to the personalised coaching I received from qualified professionals.
I was referred to the Talent & Careers team to get professional advice regarding my CV, cover letter and the steps I needed to succeed with my professional ambitions. During our regular exchanges, we defined a personalised strategy in line with my expectations.
I have found an internship in a company with great values and I want to thank the Talent & Careers team for their precious advice."
Contact us (international students)
Our team is at your disposal for any further information you may require.
Indian subcontinent
JHAVERI Viragi
Latin America & Western Europe
DI GIROLAMO Pauline
Northern Africa & Middle East
FACE Stéphanie
Sub-Saharan Africa
AYERNOR Harriet
China & Northeastern Asia
YANG Jade
Eastern Europe, Central and Southeast Asia, Oceania
Lu Yongfeng
USA and Canada
SILVOTTI Greta
Contact us (French students)
A team is at your disposal for any further information you may require.
National Postgraduate Admissions Officer
Stéphanie NOUET
