Through a distinctive, tailor-made approach to education that offers a comprehensive range of programs, ESSEC Business School provides training for future international business leaders and entrepreneurs. Consistently recognized as a European leader in global management, ESSEC has built its influential brand name on the core values of innovation, open-mindedness, responsibility, and excellence.
The ESSEC programs facilitate a dynamic learning environment by allowing participants the flexibility to define their priorities and structure their curricula through a varied offering of courses, double degree programs and exchange opportunities. The 141 international, first-rate faculty members teach students to utilize theoretical knowledge and practical experience in managing business processes and guide them as they develop their ability to comprehend complex business situations.
With 4,400 students consisting of over 90 nationalities that span three campuses in Cergy-Pontoise, Paris-La Défense, and Singapore, the ESSEC community is richly diverse and fosters culturally enhancing experiences. Connected to a vast network of 40,000 alumni, students benefit from and contribute to the added value that the ESSEC education has to offer.
In pursuit of a goal to be ranked amongst the top 20 most influential business schools in the world, ESSEC Business School was recognized in the 2011 Financial Times rankings as:
8th worldwide EXECUTIVE EDUCATION programs
8th worldwide Master of Science in Management
3rd worldwide Advanced Masters in Financial Techniques
| % Female Students | 25% |
| % International | 70 |
| Avg. Work Exp. | 6 |
| Avg. Students' Age | 30 |
| Avg. GMAT | 670 |
| Accreditations | AACSB, EQUIS, |
| Established Date | 2011 |
| Start Dates | September, |
| Avg. Programme Duration | 12 |
| Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) | 45000 - Promotional FEE that include TWO field trips of 3 weeks worth 5000 + SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE |
| Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics | Yes |
| Teaching Methodology | More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based |
| Avg. Base Salary captured for 2010 | 47140 |
| Avg. Bonus captured for 2010 | EURO16070 |
| Percentage of students employed within three months in 2010 | 95% |
| School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid | Yes |
| School-sponsored Scholarships based on | , Undergraduate Academic Merit, Nationality Based, Gender Based, Work Experience, GMAT Score, Demonstrated Leadership, Financial Needs Based, |
| School-sponsored Scholarships based on (other) | International Profile with 2 years Managerial Experience |
| Application Deadline | Rolling, |
| Min. GMAT | 600 |
| Min. TOEFL (paper) | 590 |
| Min. TOEFL (computer) | 250 |
| Accept IELTS | Yes |
| Min. IELTS | 7.5 |
| Min years of work experience | 4 |
| Essay | Yes |
| Interview Req. | Yes |
| CV References | Yes |
| Resume/CV | Yes |
| Undergrad or equivalent degree | Yes |
| Transcripts | Yes |
| Completed Application Form | Yes |
| Application Fee | EURO0 |
| % Female Students | 14% |
| % International | 35 |
| Avg. Work Exp. | 10 |
| Avg. Students' Age | 36 |
| Avg. GMAT | 550 |
| Accreditations | AACSB, EQUIS, |
| Established Date | 1993 |
| Start Dates | October, |
| Avg. Programme Duration | 18 |
| Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) | 44000 |
| Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics | Yes |
| Teaching Methodology | More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based |
| Avg. Bonus captured for 2010 | USD0 |
| Percentage of students employed within three months in 2010 | 50% |
| School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid | No |
| School-sponsored Scholarships based on | , |
| Application Deadline | January, June, |
| Min. GMAT | N/A |
| Min. TOEFL (paper) | N/A |
| Min. TOEFL (computer) | N/A |
| Accept IELTS | No |
| Min years of work experience | 5 |
| Essay | Yes |
| Interview Req. | Yes |
| CV References | Yes |
| Resume/CV | No |
| Undergrad or equivalent degree | Yes |
| Transcripts | Yes |
| Completed Application Form | Yes |
| Application Fee | EURO150 |
| % Female Students | 25% |
| % International | 40 |
| Avg. Work Exp. | 11 |
| Avg. Students' Age | 36 |
| Avg. GMAT | 550 |
| Accreditations | AACSB, EQUIS, |
| Established Date | 1993 |
| Start Dates | April, October, |
| Avg. Programme Duration | 18 |
| Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books) | 47 000 |
| Class in Corporate Governance or Business Ethics | Yes |
| Teaching Methodology | More than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based |
| Avg. Bonus captured for 2010 | USD0 |
| Percentage of students employed within three months in 2010 | 50% |
| School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial Aid | No |
| School-sponsored Scholarships based on | , |
| Application Deadline | March, September, |
| Min. GMAT | 550 |
| Min. TOEFL (paper) | 620 |
| Min. TOEFL (computer) | 260 |
| Accept IELTS | Yes |
| Min years of work experience | 5 |
| Essay | Yes |
| Interview Req. | Yes |
| CV References | Yes |
| Resume/CV | Yes |
| Undergrad or equivalent degree | Yes |
| Transcripts | Yes |
| Completed Application Form | Yes |
| Application Fee | EURO150 |