Master in Management

Tackling today’s global challenges through responsible leadership The Master in Management Programme at Clermont School of Business places societal, ethical, and environmental responsibility at the heart of its educational approach. Its mission is to develop agile, innovative, and proactive leaders capable of thriving in multicultural environments and navigating the digital transformation of businesses.

Developed in close collaboration with local, national, and international stakeholders, the programme continuously evolves to reflect the changing needs of organizations in France and around the world.

What You’ll Be Equipped To Do:

1- Lead and Manage in a Global Business Environment

Through a rigorous, multidisciplinary curriculum, you will:

• Develop both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in business and management
• Embrace and navigate diversity and inclusion in professional settings
• Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset and demonstrate a capacity to innovate
• Build a strategic vision that adapts to complexity and change
• Integrate ethical reasoning and sustainability goals into your decision-making processes

2- Design Your Own Pathway

As the architect of your own academic journey, you will shape a personalized learning experience by choosing:

• Minors in your Master I Year
• Majors in your Master II
• A study format: traditional, work-study (apprenticeship), or international track

• Built a learning path aligned with your goals, while acquiring the key competencies needed to realize your professional ambitions
• Gained hands-on experience through internships or apprenticeships, and through a pedagogy grounded in real-world projects
• Achieved a high level of English proficiency, vital for an international business career
• Had the opportunity to earn a double degree or study abroad at one of our international partner universities

The Master in Management at Clermont School of Business holds the highest national and international distinctions:

• Master’s Degree (Bac+5) awarded by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR) and the CEFDG (Official Bulletin No. 1 – April 6, 2023)
• Registered in the National Register of Professional Certifications (RNCP – File RNCP36567) at level 7, under the title “Diplôme Programme Grande École”.

Clermont School of Business is also one of the few institutions worldwide to holds Triple International accreditations: 

• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)
• AMBA (Association of MBAs)
• EFMD Accredited (EFMD Programme Accreditation System)

• Ranked 81th worldwide in the Financial Times 2024 Master in Management global ranking
• Ranked 17th in France among post-preparatory business schools (FT 2024)

High performance in key success indicators:

• 2nd for “Value for Money” (France among post-preparatory business schools)8th for “International work mobility” (France)

Consistently ranked among the top in national media:

• 16th in Le Parisien 2024 (+4 vs 2022)
• 20th in Le Figaro Étudiant Masters 2024 (+5 vs 2023)
• 24th in Le Point 2024
• 25st in L’Étudiant.fr 2025

Clermont School of Business ranks 6th in the HappyIndex®AtSchool 2024 for student satisfaction—recognizing institutions that offer the best student experience in France.

Clermont School of Business integrates sustainability and social responsibility into every programme through dedicated awareness modules on global challenges.

Recent national CSR recognitions include:

• 7th in the HappyIndex®AtSchool CSR Ranking 2024 ranking of schools most committed to CSR and sustainable development.
• 18th in the ChangeNOW / Les Echos 2024 ranking of schools most committed to ecological transition.

Year one  offers multiple paths: pursue the traditional academic route, gain hands-on experience through internships, or study abroad.

Students also begin to customize their learning by selecting from a broad range of minors, giving them a chance to explore key fields before committing to a specialisation.

In the final year, students fully tailor their curriculum based on their career goals, past experiences, and skills. They can choose from a variety of majors, sector-specific tracks, or even pursue one of our Master of Science (MSc) programs.

Many students also take this opportunity to earn a double degree abroad through one of our international partner institutions.

🔎 Browse the catalog of majors in the Master in Management (Grande Ecole Programme)

Students can choose from a whole range or options available in  France and abroad, and havethe opportunity to design a personalized, strategic learning path that reflects their ambitions and strengths.

The programme emphasizes real-world readiness through:

• Interactive lectures
• Workshops and case studies
• Professional simulations
• Collaborative projects with industry input

Courses are led by a mix of academic experts and industry professionals, offering insights directly applicable to evolving market needs. Learning expeditions, business challenges, and expert talks further enrich the student experience.

Student progress is evaluated using a variety of academic and professional tools, including:

• Case studies and business simulations
• Written exams and presentations
• Individual and group projects
• Final thesis defense

These diverse evaluation formats ensure both concept mastery and practical competence, preparing graduates for the demanding expectations of the audit and consulting sectors.

• Eligible applicants will be invited to complete an automated video interview to assess their academic background, motivation, and language skills.
• In some cases, a live online interview (e.g. via Teams) may be requested.

• Application for Exchange Students from partner institutions
• Application for Freemover Students

• Our campus is fully accessible to students with reduced mobility.
• Guide for Students with Disabilities

We provide a variety of options to help you fund your education. Learn about the full range of available grants, scholarships, and funding solutions.

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The Foundation aims to make top-tier education accessible to all students regardless of their financial background. Each year, it awards scholarships based on both social and academic criteria:

• Social scholarships
• Morad Mousli scholarships
• Sports scholarships
• Mobility grants
• Emergency assistance funds

>> Discover the Clermont SB Foundation

Clermont-Ferrand consistently ranks among the top cities in France for student life. With a low cost of living, a dynamic atmosphere, and natural surroundings like volcanoes and lakes, it’s the perfect balance of quality of life and affordability.

Our modern campus is located downtown, just minutes from restaurants, cultural spaces, shops, and student life—making daily living easy and lively.

With more than 20 student associations on campus, there’s always something happening: from sports clubs to humanitarian initiatives and entrepreneurship.

Clermont-Ferrand is home to over 40,000 students, with a growing international population. Support services, housing assistance, and French language workshops help you feel at home quickly.

Surrounded by startups, tech companies, and major French corporations like Michelin, Clermont offers an entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem that fuels professional opportunities.

• First job found in less than 3 months: 89.71%
• Gross annual income (including bonus): 37,536 €
• 90.7% of students have permanent contracts

* CGE 2025 Survey

• Graduates can pursue further specialization through a Master of Science (MSc) or a Specialized Master’s degree.
• A pre-doctoral scholarship is also available through the Groupe ESC Clermont Foundation, allowing selected students to engage in research training in their final year and potentially pursue a Ph.D. in Management Sciences through the ClerMa research lab.
• Graduation rate for the 2023 cohort: 80%