What is an MSc in Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
The MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering provides training in corporate finance, valuation and equity operations. It is RNCP level 7 certified by the Ministry of Employment. The first year consolidates the fundamentals of finance, while the second year develops expertise in financial engineering and strategy. This high-level programme prepares students for strategic responsibilities through a professional approach and practical case studies.
Professional certification
Level 7 (EU) professional certification in Financial Strategy, NSF code 313, awarded by INSEEC MSc, registered under number 40177 in the RNCP (Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles) by decision of the Director General of France Compétences.
Objectives and skills
The aim of the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering is to train experts capable of designing, managing and structuring an organisation’s strategic financial operations.
The programme develops the following key skills:
- Designing the financial and non-financial strategy of organisations.
- Managing the financial performance of organisations.
- Designing and deploying financial engineering.
- Steering the transformation of organisations and managing teams.
In addition to these common blocks of skills, there is the following optional sectoral block:
- Managing financial and credit risks.
The courses
The courses presented below are given as examples and may vary slightly depending on the teaching campus. Course content is adapted each year to take account of changes in the financial market and is updated before the start of each new academic year.
The pace of courses may differ from campus to campus and depending on whether the course is being run under a work placement agreement (initial) or a professionalization/apprenticeship contract (continuing).
The work-study contract must be signed for a period of 12 months (MSc 2) or 24 months (MSc1 + MSc 2).
1ʳᵉ year – Cross-disciplinary and foundation courses
60 ECTS credits – 441 h
The first year of the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering lays the foundations of financial management and develops the cross-disciplinary skills that are essential for strategic positions.
- Budget management and management charts
- Corporate Strategy & Business Plan
- Business English
- Software and decision-support tools
- Business Game
- Professional tools and methods
1ʳᵉ year – Specialised courses
Specialised courses in the first year go into the technical fundamentals of corporate finance in greater depth and prepare students for professional qualifications in the sector.
- Accounting
- Fundamentals of financial analysis
- Controlling
- Internal audit
- Audit & Statutory Auditing
- In-depth accounting
- In-depth financial analysis
- Business law
- International financial statements
- Corporate finance
- Company taxation
- E AMF
- Financial mathematics
2ᵉ year
60 ECTS credits – 441 h
The second year of the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering develops in-depth expertise in financial strategy and complex operations. The programme combines advanced technical skills, management and digital innovation to train operational experts.
Financial and non-financial strategy
- Financial and strategic analysis of the company
- Consolidation of accounts
- Non-financial analysis and sustainability reporting
- International accounting standards
Financial performance
- Business valuation and LBOs
- Forecasting, cash management, interest rates and foreign exchange risk
- Financial markets and asset management
- AMF preparation and certification
Financial engineering
- Structured finance and equity transactions
- Structuring and negotiating mergers and acquisitions
- Private equity
- Professional tools and methods
Managing organisations and teams
- Excel, VBA
- Team and talent management
- Negotiation and customer relations
- Techaway – data processing and GenAI
Finance department
- Risk Management
- Financing techniques and bank/company relations
- Finance department
- Applied research dissertation
Assessment procedures
The two years of the programme combine the acquisition of theoretical skills with practical work experience, in both initial and sandwich courses.
Course validation
- Validation of 60 ECTS credits per year of training.
- The MSc is obtained by successive validation of the two years, i.e. a total of 120 ECTS credits.
- Certification awarded by capitalisation of all the skill blocks.
- Full validation of each block required with a minimum mark of 10/20 for each skill.
- Partial validation of blocks is not permitted.
Conditions for obtaining certification
- Validation of four blocks of cross-disciplinary skills common to all courses.
- A minimum period of 132 days in a company during the second year (MSc 2) for initial training students.
Assessment procedures
Throughout the course, your progress is regularly assessed by :
- Continuous assessment and final exams organised face-to-face.
- Individual and/or team case studies.
- Individual and/or group oral presentations.
- Individual and/or group written assignments.
- Professional simulations and work placements.
- An applied research dissertation on a finance, banking or insurance issue, defended before a professional and academic jury (in the second year).
Is this diploma recognised by the State?
Yes, it is an official certification from the Ministry of Labour. Qualiopi guarantees the quality of INSEEC and its training courses.
- A demanding quality label appreciated by companies
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Professional experience
Internships
The MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering offers internships or work/study placements to immerse you in financial strategy, develop your technical expertise and build a solid professional network in the sector.
INSEEC supports you
Personalized support in your search for a work-study program, with dedicated services available throughout the year.
Job Dating
A monthly event to conduct interviews with our partner companies in the financial sector, on all campuses.
Match’Up
Work-study programs and internships available in finance and management with our partner companies.
Corporate and Alumni Relations Department
A network of 10,000 partner companies and 115,000 alumni to facilitate your professional integration.
Coaching Workshop
Weekly group or individual workshops: CV, cover letter, professional attitude, interviews, self-confidence, stress management, LinkedIn, etc.
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What are the career opportunities after an MSc in Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
After completing the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering at INSEEC, you will have a wide range of opportunities in finance departments, consultancies and financial institutions. You will be able to progress rapidly to positions of expertise and financial management.
Application
What are the entry requirements for the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
Admission to 1st year
- Accessible to holders of at least 3 years’ higher education: university degree, professional degree, Bachelor’s degree from a business school or BUT (University Technology Bachelor’s degree).
- Apply using the online application form.
Admission to 2nd year
- Open to holders of a validated Bac +4 (university Master 1, 1ʳᵉ year of a Master’s degree in a business school or equivalent).
- Apply using the online application form.
Your application
- Submitting your application
- Admission test
- Eligibility results
School fees
What are the tuition fees for the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
Tuition fees for the INSEEC MSc vary from year to year. Several sources of finance are available to help you.
- 3rd year undergraduate
- 1st year 1 year12 290€
- 2nd year 1 year13 990€
- MSc’s Degree
Financial aid
INSEEC offers a number of financial aid schemes:
Alternating work placements or work-study contracts
Banking partnerships and their advantages
- 3rd year undergraduate
- 1st year 1 year11 850€
- 2nd year 1 year14 250€
- MSc’s degree
Financial aid
INSEEC offers a number of financial aid schemes:
Alternating work placements or work-study contracts
Banking partnerships and their advantages
- 3rd year undergraduate
- 1st year 1 year12 290€
- 2nd year 1 year13 990€
- MSc’s degree
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What are the objectives of the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
The MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering aims to train specialists capable of managing the strategic financial operations of companies. The course develops in-depth expertise in financial modelling, business valuation, risk management and capital structure optimisation. Graduates master the financial analysis and decision-making tools that are essential to finance departments.
Is the INSEEC MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering recognised by the State?
Yes, the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering delivers a level 7 RNCP qualification recognised by the Ministry of Employment. This certification guarantees the quality of the training and facilitates the professional integration of graduates into the French and European labour markets.
Is a sandwich course possible during the INSEEC MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
Yes, the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering can be taken on a sandwich course via an apprenticeship or professionalisation contract, as well as on a sandwich placement. A work-study programme gives you the opportunity to gain practical professional experience while being paid. Tuition fees are paid by the company and the OPCO.
Which partner companies recruit students from this programme?
INSEEC works with a network of 10,000 partner companies in the finance, banking, consulting and major international groups. Students have access to opportunities in finance departments, audit firms, investment banks and asset management companies.
Which languages are used for courses and exams?
The MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering is taught in French. Professional English courses are integrated into the programme to enable students to work in international environments and master English financial terminology.
What soft skills are developed after an MSc in Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
The MSc develops essential soft skills such as critical analysis, methodological rigour, synthesis and strategic decision-making. Students also strengthen their financial communication skills, their sense of teamwork and their adaptability when faced with complex financial situations.
What specific technical knowledge is taught in financial engineering?
The programme covers :
- advanced financial modelling ;
- the valuation of companies using different methods;
- cash flow analysis ;
- managing the financial structure ;
- engineering of equity transactions.
Students will also learn about financial risk management tools and corporate financing techniques.
What types of financial operations will we learn to manage during the course?
Students are trained to manage a wide range of operations: fund-raising, mergers and acquisitions, financial restructuring, IPOs, bond issues and tax optimisation. They learn to assess the financial feasibility of investment projects and to advise senior management on their strategic decisions.
How do I apply for the MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
Applications are made using the online form on the INSEEC website. There are three stages in the process: submission of the application, review of the application by the admissions team, and then a selection interview. Holders of Bac +3 can enter the 1ʳᵉ year, Bac +4 the 2ᵉ year directly. The application fee is €80.
The programme prepares students for management careers in commercial and investment banking, insurance and financial consultancy. The Master of Science also aims to develop the commercial and interpersonal skills needed to become a customer adviser, portfolio manager or account manager.
What is the duration of the INSEEC MSc Corporate Finance & Financial Engineering?
The length of the MSc depends on your entry level. For holders of Bac +3, the course lasts two years (MSc 1 + MSc 2). For holders of Bac +4, the course lasts one year, with direct entry into the 2ᵉ year of the programme.
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