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Master of Science (MSc)
Big Data and Business Analytics Specialisation
Give your data meaning
Objective
The specialisation in Big Data & Business Analytics is part of the Master Degree (DEAMIE)*
This specialisation trains you to be an expert in Business Analytics. Its primary aim is to provide an understanding of the significance of data in today’s business world. The specialisation features an interdisciplinary curriculum that helps students build the in-demand technical, analytical and communications skills needed to manage large data sets and drive organisational change.
Delivered in English on the Paris and Berlin campuses, it also includes an international seminar.
Career opportunities
Business Intelligence & Analytics Consultant, Analytics Associate, Big Data Analyst, Solution Architect, Metrics & Analytics Specialist, Marketing Analyst, Financial Analyst, Business Consultant, etc.
Class of 2024 Representatives
Testimonial
Alexis BARNIER,
Student
Class of 2018
“This programme is perfect for future managers with a strong appetite for disruptive technologies and data-driven strategies. What I probably like the most is the diversity of the students and the variety of ideas they have. If you want to challenge yourself in a global environment while becoming a data specialist, then this is the right master’s programme for you.”
Open-mindedness and diversity
Students from the ESCP Master of Science come from various countries and have different backgrounds: engineering, pharmaceutical, literature, social and political sciences, etc. With many nationalities represented, they constitute a multicultural promotion that enriches exchanges and group work.
Since its inception, this programme has trained many students who are part of the network of 60,000 ESCP Alumni.
Scientific Director
Lynn FARAH
Teaching Professor in Department of Information & Operations Management.
PhD in Didactics of Mathematics.
Research areas: Mathematics/Statistics education, Teaching and learning of Mathematics
Scientific Co-Director
Hao ZHONG
Hao ZHONG
Assitant Professor
Research areas: Data Mining, Business Analytics, Computational Design Science, Venture Analytics, FinTech.
* About the Master Degree (DEAMIE)
Joining this full-time Master of Science corresponds to the determination to pursue a defined professional project and gives young graduates and young executives a combination of high value skills sought by recruiters.
This programme provides academic expertise and presentation of the best professional practices. Our goal is to train experts who will be rapidly able to progress in a globalised world.
Students will obtain one ESCP Diploma and the “Grade de Master” for the “diplôme d’études avancées en management international des entreprises”, granted by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR). The DEAMIE is also registered on the RNCP (French Register of Professional Certifications) – RNCP sheet N°RNCP36687.
Masters Students Blog
Get to know our master programmes experience from our students’ point of view. Learn what our former and current students are up to, and what it’s like to live in the most dynamic cities of Europe. blog.masters.escp.eu
The MSc has its own Student Society!
The Big Data Club was established in 2017 by students of the first cohort of the MSc in Big Data and Business Analytics specialisation. Its mission is to encourage networking amongst students and industry professionals as well as provide an understanding of industry best practices and techniques used in Big Data. In previous years, the club has done so by organising conferences, workshops, a series of podcasts, webinars and networking socials.
Master of Science (MSc)
Big Data and Business Analytics Specialisation
Curriculum
Our programme targets your expertise
The specialisation benefits from a strong abutment of emblematic companies which provides a great professionalisation to the curriculum.
With 100% of the courses in English, 75% of international students representing more than 40 different nationalities and a 1-week seminar in Beijing, China , the MSc in Big Data & Business Analytics gets a strong international touch.
A 15-Month full-time programme
The programme begins in October and is organised as follow:
Core Courses - Term 1
Jul-Sep: Candidates with < 240 ECTS previous degree (or equivalent)
These six modules are compulsory only for candidates with less than 240 ECTS (or equivalent).
They run in an online format between July and September prior to the campus terms. Candidates may be exempted from attending these modules based on their previous working experience (3 years required). See Admission Tab for more information.
Core Management
- Economics
- Statistics
- Accounting & Finance
- Marketing
- Leadership
- Strategy
Course Modules - Term 2 & Term 3
Oct-Mar: Paris Campus | Apr-Jun: Berlin Campus
The courses provide both theory and real-life applications.
The specialisation starts in October and relies on ESCP’s highly-qualified teaching staff as well as on the visiting professors from some of the most prestigious universities and business schools in the world and invited professors with extensive professional experience in the data science field.
This programme requires a high level of English language proficiency.
Data Science
- Machine Learning
- R & Business Analytics
- Data Mining
- Design Thinking
- Data Quality & Visualisation
- …
Business Analytics
- Research Methods in Business Analytics
- Microsoft Data Tools Basics
- Information Systems Management
- Data Driven Business Strategy
- …
Analytical Applications
- Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Supply Management
- Marketing Analytics
- Management Analytics
- …
Students will also take a compulsory seminar on Sustainability Management.
The aim of this international seminar is to allow our students to experience an international economic, social and cultural learning context. Our students take courses in our academic partners' institution, visit local companies, and conduct an international project.
Professional mission - Term 4
Jul-Dec: A professional mission of 4 months minimum anywhere in the world
From July to October, students must complete an in-company internship of 4 months.
The internship is an opportunity for practical application of the theoretical concepts learned from courses, with an eye to establishing a career.
The Corporate Relations Department
The Company Relations Department is dedicated to gather placement offers from many companies. The department also organises a series of fairs involving firms, giving Masters students many opportunities to make contact.
Professional thesis & Research Seminar - Term 4
Dec: Writing and defending a professional thesis
This individual applied research project is an essential part of the programme since it leads to in-depth analysis.
It should be worked on in terms 2, 3 and 4. The topic has to be finalised in coordination with the professional thesis supervisor by the end of term 2. The evaluation of the Master’s professional thesis is based on a written report and an oral defense before a jury by the end of December.
Professional thesis represents 17 of the total of 90 ECTS credits earned over this academic year.*
During this time, students will also participate in a mandatory Research Seminar held by a ESCP professor. This seminar represents 3 ECTS credits of the total of 90 earned over this academic year.
Masters Students Blog
Get to know our master programmes experience from our students’ point of view. Learn what our former and current students are up to, and what it’s like to live in the most dynamic cities of Europe. blog.masters.escp.eu
The MSc has its own Student Society!
The Big Data Club was established in 2017 by students of the first cohort of the MSc in Big Data and Business Analytics specialisation. Its mission is to encourage networking amongst students and industry professionals as well as provide an understanding of industry best practices and techniques used in Big Data. In previous years, the club has done so by organising conferences, workshops, a series of podcasts, webinars and networking socials.
Master of Science (MSc)
Big Data and Business Analytics Specialisation
Careers
Placement Report
89%
are currently working
less than 3 months after graduation
92%
have a job
in an international dimension
Salary
€60,000 average annual salary
Sectors
20%
IT & Digital
56%
Consulting
7%
E-commerce
5%
Banks
5%
Cinema
12%
Others (Health Care, Luxury, …)
They held positions of…
- IT Risk Consultant
- Finance & IT Analyst
- Business Consultant
- Data Scientist
- Digital Transformation Consultant
- IA Consultant
- Senior Pricing Strategy Manager
- Talent Acquisition Manager
- AI Business Analyst
- Pricing manager
- Market Analyst
- …
Companies Hiring
Alerta Omsorg AB – Boston Consulting Group – Capgemini Invent – CIFI Holdings (Group) Co. Ltd – CMA-CGM –Criteo – Deloitte – Engie – Eulidia – IBM Interactive – KPMG France – Magellan-consulting – Procter & Gamble – Sogeti – Total – …
Masters Students Blog
Get to know our master programmes experience from our students’ point of view. Learn what our former and current students are up to, and what it’s like to live in the most dynamic cities of Europe. blog.masters.escp.eu
The MSc has its own Student Society!
The Big Data Club was established in 2017 by students of the first cohort of the MSc in Big Data and Business Analytics specialisation. Its mission is to encourage networking amongst students and industry professionals as well as provide an understanding of industry best practices and techniques used in Big Data. In previous years, the club has done so by organising conferences, workshops, a series of podcasts, webinars and networking socials.
Master of Science (MSc)
Big Data and Business Analytics Specialisation
Admissions
Requirements
- A Bachelor Degree
- A minimum of 180 ECTS credits
- Proficiency in English
Procedure
Step 1: Application
Applications are made online. Carefully complete the online application form before the deadline specified in the Admission Calendar and include the following required documents:
- A copy of a master/bachelor diploma obtained or a certificate of enrolment for current studies
- A 2-year university transcript of your Master or Bachelor degree
- A copy of your TOEFL or TOEIC listening and reading score or IELTS score (taken within the last two years)
- We strongly recommend adding two reference letters to your application
An admission committee declares the eligibility of candidates. Eligibility results will be sent to you by email.
Step 2: Personal Interview
If you are declared eligible, you are invited to a personal interview with the Academic Director of the Master as well as professionals from the sector.
Acceptance results are sent out by email on the date specified in the Admission Calendar.
Step 3: Confirmation
Applicants who are offered a place must confirm their acceptance by the deadline indicated in the admission offer. A non-refundable deposit of €3,000 (deductible from the full tuition fee) is required to secure a place once admission has been granted.
Admission Calendar
| 1st round | 2nd round | 3rd round |
|---|---|---|
| Deadline for online application | ||
| 8 Jan. 2025 | 26 Mar. 2025 | 4 Jun. 2025 |
Masters Students Blog
Get to know our master programmes experience from our students’ point of view. Learn what our former and current students are up to, and what it’s like to live in the most dynamic cities of Europe. blog.masters.escp.eu
The MSc has its own Student Society!
The Big Data Club was established in 2017 by students of the first cohort of the MSc in Big Data and Business Analytics specialisation. Its mission is to encourage networking amongst students and industry professionals as well as provide an understanding of industry best practices and techniques used in Big Data. In previous years, the club has done so by organising conferences, workshops, a series of podcasts, webinars and networking socials.
Master of Science (MSc)
Big Data and Business Analytics Specialisation
Fees & Financial
The fees for those entering the MSc in September 2025 are set at:
- Application fee: €130 for one specialisation and €195 for two. Please note that the application fee is non-refundable. CROUS bursary students are exempt from application fees.
- Tuition fees: €17,200 for core courses and €6,700 for the specialisation in Big Data & Business Analytics Specialisation for European and non-European students
- Student service and registration costs: €2,000
Total costs *:
- €25,900 for European and non-European students
For any additional year until graduation, reduced student service and administrative costs (€1,000) are payable.
The above costs already include the ESCP Alumni lifelong membership, administrative & service costs, and the international SOS mobility support. Travel & accommodation costs are not included for all classes on ESCP campuses (Berlin, London, Paris, Madrid, Turin or Venice).
Applicants who are offered a place must confirm their acceptance and pay a non-refundable deposit of €3,000, which will be deducted from the total tuition fees.
Candidates entering the programme with fewer than 240 ECTS will also be required to attend an additional online semester with a supplement fee of €3,300.
*Total costs are indicative. They may vary by a maximum of 6% each year in comparison to previous years. In case of variation, new tuition fees amounts will be communicated to students by all means, at the latest, in July of the year N, for the academic year N/N+1
Funding and Scholarships
Scholarships
Two types of scholarships are available to Masters of Science students.
ESCP scholarships
An exemption of 10% of tuition fees can be granted to students who apply on the basis of social criteria and excellence.
CROUS scholarship holders: students who are eligible for CROUS scholarships allocated by the French Ministry of Higher Education are eligible for an ESCP need-based scholarship. The exemption percentage ranges from 10% to 50% depending on CROUS level.
Students need to provide documents allowing to evaluate their financial situation.
Paris CROUS scholarships (French State scholarships)
This specialisation is eligible for a Paris CROUS scholarship, if you have previously studied in France. Your application for a scholarship must be made crous-paris.fr [FR].
Internships
Students must carry out internship(s) for a minimum of 4 months in order to graduate. Internships salaries typically range from €500 and €2,000 per month.
Work permits are not required as the internship is a compulsory part of the curriculum.
The internship is a substantial source of funding for the Master programme.
Campus jobs
Many on-campus jobs are available (clerical work, research or other) and paid by the hour (€10 gross per hour).
Bank loans
You may apply for a bank loan both in your home country and your country of studies. Many banks offer student loans at attractive rates, with deferred pay-back. Please be aware that French banks require guarantors residing in France. ESCP has negotiated advantageous loan packages with BNP Paribas, BRED, LCL and Société Générale.
Masters Students Blog
Get to know our master programmes experience from our students’ point of view. Learn what our former and current students are up to, and what it’s like to live in the most dynamic cities of Europe. blog.masters.escp.eu
The MSc has its own Student Society!
The Big Data Club was established in 2017 by students of the first cohort of the MSc in Big Data and Business Analytics specialisation. Its mission is to encourage networking amongst students and industry professionals as well as provide an understanding of industry best practices and techniques used in Big Data. In previous years, the club has done so by organising conferences, workshops, a series of podcasts, webinars and networking socials.