Business and management schools
France is home to many internationally accredited business schools offering Master in Management, MSc and MBA programmes.
Study in France
Study in France: University & Business School Admission Guidance
France combines well-known business schools and engineering Grandes Écoles with a large public university system. Many master's and MBA programmes are taught entirely in English, and public university fees are set nationally.
Indian students apply for the visa through the Campus France "Études en France" procedure. VedaPath guides you through programme selection, applications, the Campus France process and the long-stay student visa.
Why this country
Why study in France?
Public universities
Public university tuition is set nationally and is generally lower than private schools. Check the current fees for international students.
English-taught options
A wide choice of English-taught master's programmes, especially in business, engineering and data.
Life in Europe
A French student residence permit allows travel within the Schengen area, subject to Schengen rules.
Programmes
Popular courses in France
- Master in Management (MiM) and MBA
- MSc in Finance, Marketing & Luxury Management
- MSc in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
- Engineering master's at Grandes Écoles
- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Fashion & Design programmes
Entry tests
- English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL) for English-taught programmes
- French proficiency (DELF/DALF or TCF) for French-taught programmes
- GMAT or GRE for some business school programmes
Timelines
Intakes and timelines
September · September – October
The main intake for universities and most schools.
January · January
Offered by many business schools for selected programmes.
Typical patterns — individual programmes and deadlines vary.
University options
Universities in France our students apply to
Examples of universities we help students shortlist and apply to. Your list is built around your course, profile and budget.
- Université PSL (Paris Sciences & Lettres)
- Institut Polytechnique de Paris
- Sorbonne University
- Université Paris-Saclay
- École Normale Supérieure de Lyon
- Sciences Po Paris
- HEC Paris
- INSEAD
- ESSEC Business School
- ESCP Business School
- EDHEC Business School
- EMLYON Business School
- Grenoble École de Management
- Audencia Business School
- NEOMA Business School
- Université Grenoble Alpes
- Aix-Marseille University
- Université de Strasbourg
- Université de Bordeaux
- Université Côte d'Azur
- Université Paris-Cité
- Université de Lille
- Université de Montpellier
- Université de Lorraine
- Université de Rennes
Step by step
Application process for France
- 1
Programme and school choice
We compare public universities, Grandes Écoles and business schools for your goals and budget.
- 2
Applications
Applications directly to schools, or through the Campus France platform for participating institutions.
- 3
Campus France procedure
Creating your Études en France file and attending the Campus France interview in India.
- 4
Admission and fees
Accepting your offer and paying any deposit required.
- 5
Long-stay student visa
Visa application with proof of finances, accommodation and insurance.
- 6
Arrival
Validating your long-stay visa online after you arrive in France.
Checklist
Documents you will need
- Academic transcripts, degree and mark sheets
- English or French language certificate
- Statement of purpose and CV
- Letters of recommendation
- Valid passport
- Admission letter from a French institution
- Campus France confirmation (Études en France procedure)
- Proof of finances and accommodation
Funding
Scholarships for studying in France
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
French government scholarship for high-achieving international master's and PhD students, applied for through French institutions.
Charpak Scholarships
Scholarships for Indian students offered by the French Embassy in India; check Campus France India for current programmes.
School scholarships
Many business and engineering schools offer merit scholarships for international students.
Visa guidance
French long-stay student visa (VLS-TS)
- Indian students complete the Campus France Études en France procedure first.
- Apply through France-Visas with your admission letter, Campus France confirmation and proof of finances.
- After arrival you validate your visa online to use it as a residence permit.
After you graduate
Graduates of eligible French master's programmes may be able to apply for a temporary residence permit to look for work or start a business. Eligibility and duration are set by French authorities — check the official sites for the current rules.
Official sources
FAQ
Studying in France: common questions
Can I study in France in English?
Yes. Many master's, MSc and MBA programmes are taught entirely in English. Learning some French still helps with daily life and internships.
What is the Campus France procedure?
Students from India complete the Études en France procedure through Campus France, including an online file and an interview, before applying for the student visa.
Are French public universities affordable?
Public university tuition is set nationally and is usually much lower than private schools, but fees for non-EU students have changed in recent years. Check each institution for current fees.
When should I start for September?
Around 9–12 months ahead, so there is time for applications, the Campus France process and the visa.
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