Are you ready to tackle the challenges of the fast-moving fields of data science and information technology in finance?

In this MSc in Data Management in Corporate Finance (1 year) programme, you’ll learn how to work with financial information systems with large, variable and rapid data – and use them to guide the direction of your company.

• If you are a highly qualified student with a four-year degree in computer science, engineering or business, you may be eligible for the 1-year MSc in Data Management for Finance programme.
• If you have a degree in another field, or a three-year degree, the 2-year MSc programme is strongly recommended.

In the 1-year MSc programme, students start directly in the core courses, specialising further in their second semester, as outlined above.

About the programme:

Audencia is among the best-ranked and most company-connected business schools in Europe, with triple accreditation and location in one of the most pleasant cities in France. As finance requires more than technical ability, we also help you develop soft skills and analytical competencies. Features include:

• Holistic approach in finance, data science and technology, and strategy and leadership   
• Training with “bilingual” finance/data science use cases
• Your choice of a group consultancy assignment, individual internship or research project
• Specialisation in Corporate Finance, on the same grounds as the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Nantes Saint-Nazaire and the Atlantic World Trade Centre OR
• Specialisation in Market Finance, in Shenzhen, China, an influential place for financial markets
• Connections with our network through events, career services, industry speakers, site visits, etc.

This programme is accredited by the prestigious Conférence des Grandes Ecoles.

Career outcomes:

Gain the competencies employers need to ensure effective communication and strategy between the CFO and data scientists. By strengthening your financial, technical and strategic skills, you can have a pivotal role with a range of employers:

• Start-ups
• Corporate finance firms
• Consulting firms
• Banks
• Investment firms
• Insurance companies
• Auditing firms
• IT companies (if you have a background in IT)