SKEMA Business School

What you'll study

Coursework is balanced between technical and managerial strands. Approximately half the curriculum (delivered by ESIEA) focuses on AI algorithms, computer programming and IT infrastructure required for AI systems. The other half (taught by SKEMA) covers AI management, applied data-science projects and collaboration with industry partners such as Microsoft. The taught period lasts eight months, after which students complete work experience or a research project.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor-level qualification (high school + three years of study). Admission is on a rolling basis; candidates are advised to apply early because places are limited. Application deadlines vary by campus and intake; the programme lists specific campus application/enrolment dates for international campuses and a recurring monthly application deadline.

Career prospects

Graduates receive a Master of Science and the French "Diploma of Specialised Studies in International Management" (DESMI). The degree is intended to create hybrid profiles able to work across management and technical functions. Typical roles cited include digital transformation consultant focusing on AI, AI and digital advisor, AI project manager for business transformation, marketing/data/financial/HR data analyst, customer relations strategy officer, AI training specialist and sales engineer.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Published tuition figures (indicative) for 2026–2027 are €25,000 for the one-year MSc and €44,000 for the two-year MSc in Artificial Intelligence for Business Transformation; a service fee (approximately €500 per study year) is added annually. An application fee (non-refundable) applies. The school publishes specific scholarship information and exceptions for some MSc programmes; applicants should consult SKEMA for definitive tuition, scholarship availability and contract amounts at registration.