EDHEC Global MBA

Build Your Strategic Foundations

Gain a global business vision

During your first 6 months, gain a global business vision that allows you to understand and apply relevant strategic frameworks, ask the right questions and make informed, impactful decisions. Subjects include Strategy, Innovation and Management, Finance, Analytics and Risk, and Personal and Organisational Leadership.

Broaden your horizon, gain international exposure

Although the Global MBA is based in the stunning city of Nice, you will experience a world of diversity and international learning through the curriculum, your professors and your cohort. In addition, your programme also includes 2 global business trips: to EDHEC executive campuses or company locations in destinations such as London, Stockholm, or Berlin (locations may change from year to year). 

Choose a track in international finance, global leadership, entrepreneurship, or digital innovation and see the world through the eyes of seasoned executives or entrepreneurs willing to share their global expertise in a local context.

Putting your new skills into action

After 8 months of developing your 360° business acumen, your final 2 months are dedicated to the Tailored MBA Project (sometimes called a Capstone Project). We offer you a choice of 6 options, all of which are designed to put into action your newly acquired skills and vision:

• Consulting Project
• Internship or Job Report
• Business Plan
• Sustainability Project
• International Academic Exchange
• Thesis/research Project

Admission Requirements for the EDHEC Global MBA

The culture at EDHEC’s Global MBA is an integral part of the experience and maintaining this requires a personalised admissions process.  Our admissions team considers every candidate carefully, making sure that you are a good match for the programme, and that the programme is the right fit for you too.

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General requirements :

• You must hold at least a bachelor’s degree (3 years) or a Diploma (4 years) with a minimum of 180 ECTS-Credits (European Credit Transfer System) from a recognised Business School or University Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
   
• Minimum of 3 years’ working experience (preferably in an international environment).
   
• GMAT, GRE, Tage Mage, Executive Assessment score results to be submitted or equivalent test (eg CAT, Bloomberg BAT). Exemptions may be considered for:
  • candidates who have a STEM-related degree (B.A, Masters, PhD)
  • candidates with a professional qualification (eg CFA level 2, CPA, CIMA, CAIA & CA)
     
• Strong command of written and spoken English with proof of level: TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge qualifications (B2 First, C1 Advanced) and Duolingo are accepted. Test results must be less than 2 years old (except Cambridge qualifications). Exemptions are possible for:
  • Candidates that are nationals from an English-speaking country 
  • Candidates with undergraduate or master's degree taught in English
  • Candidates with 3 years' work experience in an English-speaking country 

Applications are evaluated holistically.

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Admissions Procedure

The Global MBA application includes :

• 2 letters of recommendation (EDHEC reference letter template).
• Transcripts and diplomas.
• GMAT / GRE score report.
• Proof of level from TOEFL, TOEIC, or IELTS.
• Video interview.
• Alumni interview.
   

Applications must be received before June 30th.

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Total tuition fee

€52,500*

These are the full tuition fees for the entire length of your Global MBA.

*Flight fares for the Business trips excluded. The average price for the fares are in between 1 200 € and 1 500 € in total depending on the destination of the trips you choose.

**Tuition fees are provided for information only and are subject to change.

Fees & Admissions Procedure          All MBA Scholarships

Scholarships and financial aid can be critical factors when it comes to embarking on your MBA. For this reason, we aim to make the process as simple and transparent as possible.

To reward excellence and foster diversity in our MBA cohorts across all campuses, EDHEC offers generous scholarships and other funding programmes. Discover our full range of scholarships, help, and advice on financing your MBA and find out if you are eligible.
 

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The Global Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree is a Master's Degree approved by the French State “DIPLOME EN ADMINISTRATION DES AFFAIRES INTERNATIONALES", RNCP39114. It is a level Bac+5 Grade Master.

The Global MBA programme is expertly crafted to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of international business dynamics. It enables them to hone their business and leadership skills effectively, thanks to its well-structured curriculum alternating academic & action learning. Furthermore, the programme offers an array of electives and specialisation tracks, allowing participants to tailor their learning experience to align with their professional aspirations. Central to this programme is the development of leadership abilities, which not only enhance their knowledge base but also prepare them for the global business arena. 

An MBA and an EMBA offer essentially the same programme. They both focus amongst other things, on leadership development, managerial and executive upskilling, business transformation, and developing new perspectives through the immeasurably important cohort dynamics. How each course is organised and who applies to it, however, does differ. An MBA at EDHEC, one of the world’s top Business Schools, is an intense full-time, 10-month executive education degree that requires participants to take a career break. Applicants are required to have a minimum of 3 years of experience. An EMBA is a part-time 16-month executive education degree. Participants can continue to work throughout and are generally required to have at least 7 or 8 years of professional experience.

The triple-accredited MBA at EDHEC includes individual and collective coaching, Lead 360 elective workshops, assignments, a tailored MBA consultancy project, specialisation tracks and global business trips, fast-track or extension options, and CareerSMART, a dedicated initiative to help you create your career strategy. MBA participants thrive within their international cohort and master analytical skills, global business practices, business administration, negotiation, agile management, and positive leadership skills.

You can personalise your Global MBA programme by selecting 3 to 5 electives from the following :

• Macroeconomics.
• Sales & Business Development.
• Advanced Corporate Finance.
• Data Visualisation.
• Strategic Foresight.
• Agile Thinking.

Employment prospects following the completion of an MBA exist in almost any discipline where business acumen, advanced managerial skills, and executive leadership qualities are required. From sales to marketing, to human resources, accountancy, the tech industry, the hotel and tourism sectors, healthcare, pharma, automotive, to the entertainment industry, or roles in government agencies, the sky’s the limit. MBA participants come together from diverse backgrounds, undergraduate degrees, and occupations, to create a supportive cohort and alumni network in which members motivate, encourage, and support each other long after graduation. EDHEC’s Lead 360◦ featuring CareerSmart is designed to give you maximum exposure to different industries and roles and develop the skills and insights you will need to evolve, transform and succeed in the career of your choice.

Here are some examples of what you can do after completing the programme: 

• International marketing director: They specialise in devising global marketing strategies that are sensitive to cultural variations. This role is distinct from a standard marketing director, with a focus on the intricacies of international markets and cross-cultural communication. 

• Global supply chain director: They oversee their company’s global logistics, from the purchase and processing of raw materials to their delivery to the distribution network. One of their key responsibilities is to reduce costs and to ensure suppliers comply with security standards and company values as well as the overall supply chain security.  

• Global business development manager: They identify opportunities in different regions of the world and develop strategies to expand the business into international markets. 

• Global product manager: They oversee the development and launch of products in international markets, while adapting the offer to the local demand. 

• Global brand manager: They are responsible for managing a brand across multiple markets, ensuring its recognition and consistency. 

• Global sustainability manager: They ensure that their company implements sustainable practices. They drive corporate social responsibility initiatives at a global level. 

• Global risk analyst: They identify and mitigate risks before their company makes a decision to invest in a particular region. On an international level, risk management includes elements such as political instability or cultural differences that can affect the success of a product or service. 

EDHEC Global MBA ranks 12th in the world for return on investment, which takes into account fees, living costs, post-MBA salary and progression, and also how long it would take you to pay back your investment. On average, EDHEC Global MBA graduates' pay-back period is just 20 months to fully pay back the programme.

EDHEC’s alumni career progress report illustrates just how successful EDHEC students are after graduation. The average salary an EDHEC Global MBA alumnus receives annually was determined to be $104,373. Alumni’s salary increased on average 70% after completing the Global MBA. 92% of alumni were employed by 3 months after graduation.

Earning a Global MBA offers numerous advantages, including: 

• By enrolling in this programme, you will acquire a comprehensive global business outlook, significantly enhancing your cross-cultural communication and leadership capabilities. 

• EDHEC Business School provides a diverse range of electives, including macroeconomics, sales and business development, and strategic foresight and month-long specialisation tracks on digital innovation, entrepreneurship, international finance or global leadership. This degree of personalisation and flexibility allows you to tailor your learning experience to align precisely with your career aspirations. 

• The programme offers an unparalleled opportunity to expand your professional network. You'll connect with business leaders worldwide, gaining invaluable insights from a multitude of international perspectives. 

• A highly regarded Global MBA is one of the best ways to boost your career. Whether you are looking to progress within your current company or are seeking new opportunities, this degree will be an invaluable asset.