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Become a CFA-certified financial analyst at one of the leading institutions in the field of sustainability.
The MSc in Financial Analysis and Investment Management is built around the curriculum of the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst). It covers a wide set of topics in Corporate Finance, Financial Markets, Economics and Ethics. It is designed to help you to successfully prepare for the CFA Certification exams (Level 1 and 2), if you choose to take these exams.
Due to Audencia's affiliation with the CFA Institute, there is a limited number of scholarships which cover some of the CFA examination fees (subject to availability).
Students can also benefit from access to valuable financial data sources use by practitioners, notably the Bloomberg terminals in Audencia's Trading Room, as well as Refinitiv Eikon.
The MSc in Financial Analysis and Investment Management program is based on the CFA curriculum and is designed to prepare you successfully for levels 1 and 2 of the exam.
As a member of the MSc in Financial Analysis and Investment Management program, you may be eligible for scholarships that waive some or all of the CFA exam fees (limited number of scholarships available upon application).
As part of this program, a wide range of professional equipment is at your disposal! Take advantage of trading rooms equipped with free Bloomberg terminals to connect directly to the world's financial markets in real time.
You'll also be able to explore Refinitiv Eikon, a financial information platform that provides market data and analytical tools like a seasoned professional. From diagnosis and analysis to the development of financial and investment strategies, you'll learn to master all the levers of finance.
1st year of compulsory education in Nantes.
During your first semester, you'll receive comprehensive training in the fundamentals of management:
You'll learn about the challenges of ecological and social transition at the intersection of the natural sciences, engineering, humanities, social sciences and management. Through immersive teaching, Gaïa relies on a network of partners, actors in the social and solidarity economy, NGOs, trade unions, public and private actors... to help you experience all the major dimensions of the ecological and social transition and to take action :
The main modules taught on the MSc in Financial Analysis and Investment Management are:
You'll find yourself in a pre-professional situation similar to your 1st job. This internship is based on a strong involvement in the company, giving you real professionalism. It allows you to put into practice all the knowledge and skills you've acquired in the profession you're preparing for. This period serves as a stepping stone to your professional life.
Immerse yourself in an in-depth study of a topic related to your Master of Science. Both theoretical and practical, this dissertation allows you to highlight what you've learned and how you plan to apply it.
The program is based on a mixture of theory and practice (face-to-face learning and interactive discussions). Students are expected to study significantly outside of class, especially those who choose to take the CFA exams.
Continuous monitoring, Examens sur table, Final dissertation
Students who have obtained (or are in the process of obtaining) a diploma outside French territory must contact the International Recruitment Service to apply through this admission route: international@audencia.com.
Up to 3 weeks
It is possible to transfer to a university or other business school (rare, but possible). Equivalencies are determined by the institutions to which you choose to apply.
Admissions are open until June 2025, but may close early if class is full. Due to the limited number of seats available, candidates are strongly advised to apply before the Early Application deadline of January 31st, 2025.
Submit your application online on the apply.audencia.com platform.
At the time of finalization, you will be asked to pay the €100 registration fee by credit card (most credit cards are accepted). Free for scholars with a copy of the final award letter for the current year.
If you are unable to use a credit card, please contact us to find another alternative.
Your application will be reviewed. If you are eligible, you will proceed to Step 2.
After scheduling a motivational interview, you will go before a panel of judges to be evaluated on your motivation to join Audencia, your professional background, and your career plan.
Admission decisions are communicated to applicants on a rolling basis.
You should receive an admission decision within one week of the interview. There may be a delay during the holidays.
Congratulations! If you are accepted, you will be officially invited to join the program.
You will need to sign a contract and pay an initial tuition deposit of €3,000, which is non-refundable.
27 800€
International students can contact Campus France to check their eligibility for the scholarships offered.
This MSc provides all the skills for a successful professional integration. After a few years of professional experience, some graduates may choose to develop expertise based on research through our DBA program. They can also take specialized modules or explore new areas of expertise throughout their professional lives by participating in training programs from our continuous education offerings.
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Our goal is to help you develop your skills and enhance your employability, both in France and abroad.
The CFA certification is widely known and respected in the global Financial Industry. It opens many possible areas of opportunity.
Several examples of positions you could occupy after completing an MSc in Financial Analysis and Investment Management:
When you join Audencia, you're not just joining a school, you're joining a large network of 34,000 alumni and 7,200 students, from a hundred different nationalities.
A dynamic network with its ambassadors who offer you numerous exchanges, discussions and meetings wherever you are in the world (internship, travel or expatriation).
Audencia Alumni, it's 200 communities and more than 250 events per year in France and internationally.
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Throughout the year, the Knowledge Hub team welcomes, educates, and trains students in documentary research methodology, database consultation, bibliographic formatting, and plagiarism avoidance.
A team of 9 documentalists is available to students and teachers to assist students and teachers with their research.
In this way, each student can be received in individual appointments to be assisted in their research or to be trained in bibliographic reference management tools. Teachers also benefit from the support of the librarians for their teaching projects (identification of tools, enrichment of courses with bibliographic references).
Contact : knowledge-hub@audencia.com
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