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ESSEC Master in Finance (MIF): Your Gateway to Global Financial Leadership

  • Masters Experts
  • Sep 9
  • 3 min read

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ESSEC Master in Finance (MIF): Your Gateway to Global Financial Leadership

Introduction: Why ESSEC MIF?

In a world where finance evolves daily, the need for globally trained, analytically skilled professionals has never been higher. The ESSEC Master in Finance (MIF), ranked number 4 worldwide by Financial Times (2024), is designed to shape high-potential candidates into next-generation financial leaders. With campuses in France and Singapore, and a pedagogy built on “learning by doing,” ESSEC delivers more than a degree — it delivers transformation.


Program Highlights: Global, Flexible, Future-Focused

- Duration: 1 or 2 years based on your academic background (M2-only or M1+M2)

- Tracks: Corporate Finance, Financial Markets, FinTech & Analytics

- Language: 100% taught in English- Location: Study in France or Singapore

- Accreditation: Triple Crown + French Ministry-recognized Master’s degree

- Rankings: number 4 Master in Finance (FT 2024), number 9 European Business School (FT 2023)

ESSEC’s MIF is more than academic—it’s a launchpad into the world’s major financial centers, with study trips to London, New York, and Hong Kong, and direct preparation for CFA/AMF certifications.


Curriculum Overview: Tailored to Your Ambition

M1 (Optional Year) – Foundation & Exploration

- Preparatory modules in Finance, Statistics, Python, and Accounting

- Electives across Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and International Finance

- 6-month internship to test and refine your direction


M2 (Final Year) – Specialization & Global Exposure

- Advanced courses across three tracks

- Two international study trips

- Capstone project or internship

- Optional certifications (FinTech, Energy & Commodities)


Dual Campus Advantage: France and Singapore

You choose where to study — the historic Paris

-Cergy campus or the dynamic Singapore campus.

Each location offers:

- Access to local and global recruiters

- A multicultural learning environment

- Mobility between campuses during M2 for deeper exposure


Career Outcomes: Launching Global Finance Leaders

- 95% graduates secure permanent contracts

- 64% placed within 1 month of graduation

- 56% work outside their home country

- Top recruiters: Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, HSBC, Ardian, Blackstone, and more

Career Paths Include:

- M&A and Investment Banking (44%)

- Consulting (15%)

- Hedge Funds, Asset Management, Trading, FinTech


ESSEC’s AlumnEye training and Finance Fair provide exclusive access to top recruiters and interview coaching.


Admissions Process: Who Should Apply?

Ideal for students with:

- A degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Math, or Business

- Strong academic performance

- GMAT/GRE/TAGE MAGE/CAT (Indian students) + English test

- Leadership potential and global outlook


Application Deadlines (2025 Intake):

- Round 1: Oct 15, 2024

- Round 2: Jan 7, 2025

- Round 3: Mar 3, 2025

- Round 4: Apr 22, 2025


Fees, Scholarships, and Financing Options

Tuition (2025 Intake):

1-Year (M2): €28,400 (EU) / €31,500 (Non-EU)

2-Year (M1+M2): €42,900 (EU) / €46,000 (Non-EU)

Service Fee: €2,150–2,460

Living Costs: €1,300–2,000/month


Scholarships:

- ESSEC Academic Excellence & Diversity (up to 50%)

- Ardian Singapore Track Scholarship (up to 30%)

- LIFE Lebanon, EIFFEL, CIMB ASEAN, Lee Kuan Yew


Financing:

- Loans via French banks or Prodigy Finance- US Federal & Private Loans available


Life at ESSEC: Culture, Support, and Student Life

With over 100 student-run clubs across cultural, civic, and professional themes, ESSEC offers more than education — it offers a thriving ecosystem. The school is recognized with the “Bienvenue en France” label for excellence in international student services.

Campuses are designed for innovation and community, supported by the ESSEC Foundation, Alumni network, and diversity-focused initiatives.


Meet Us: Events and Application Tips

ESSEC participates in global events like:

- QS Master's Fair, Singapore

- Salon des Grandes Écoles, Casablanca

- Campus France Roadshows in China


Prospective applicants can engage with recruitment officers at local and virtual events to clarify application steps, campus life, and fit.


Conclusion

The ESSEC Master in Finance isn’t just a degree — it’s a strategic transformation into a finance leader with global impact.


Ready to apply or explore further?

Download the official brochure or request a personalized consultation.


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