What is an MSc in Data Management, AI and Financial Strategy?
The MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy trains future experts in financial data, artificial intelligence and financial strategy. This Master of Science provides high-level expertise in financial analysis, risk management, financial markets, programming, statistics and the processing of massive data. Students learn to use tools such as Python, R and SQL to analyse large volumes of financial data and develop predictive models applied to credit scoring, fraud detection and algorithmic trading. It is RNCP level 7 certified by the French Ministry of Employment.
The first year lays the foundations in finance, data management, quantitative analysis, risk management and programming, while the second year develops skills in AI, predictive modelling, data governance and financial regulation. Thanks to its professionally-oriented teaching methods, this programme prepares students for strategic positions in finance, data, AI and risk management.
Professional certification
Level 7 (EU) “Expert in Financial Strategy” professional certification, NSF codes 313 and 314, awarded by “INSEEC MSc” (CEE-RA, CEE-SO, CEFAS, MBA INSTITUTE, CEE-OUEST, CEE-Méditerrannée, ADEFI), registered under number 40177 on the RNCP (Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles) by decision of the Director General of France Compétences dated 31/01/2025.
Objectives and skills
The aim of the MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy is to train professionals capable of managing projects at the intersection of finance, data and artificial intelligence, making the most of financial data in decision-making and supporting organisations in their financial analysis, risk management, regulatory and innovation challenges.
The programme develops the following 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.
- Managing financial and credit risks.
The courses
The courses presented below are given as examples and may vary depending on the campus. The programme takes account of developments in the banking and insurance sector. It is updated every year.
The pace of courses may vary 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 the entire duration of the MSc 1 + MSc 2 or MSc 2 course.
1ʳᵉ year – Cross-disciplinary and foundation courses
60 ECTS credits
The first year of the MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy enables students to acquire the fundamentals of financial analysis, risk management, financial data, programming and strategic management, while developing the cross-disciplinary skills that are essential for advancing to positions of responsibility in the finance, data and applied artificial intelligence sectors.
Strategic direction of the company
- Business English
- Data Storytelling
- Corporate strategy and business plan
- Negotiation
- Professional tools and methods
Financial and non-financial strategy
- Corporate strategy & business plan
- Capital markets & derivatives
- Banking and regulatory accounting
- Econometrics of time series
- Business English
Financial performance
- TechAway – Start with Python
- Algorithms & data structure
- Machine Learning
Financial engineering
- SQL, NOSQL & Spark
- Financial analysis & business valuation
- Macroeconomics for finance
- PowerBi
Managing organisations and teams
- Negotiation
- Digital and data law
- Data analysis with R
Financial and credit risks
- Decision support systems
- Budget management and dashboards
- Financial mathematics
- Professional tools and methods
- Business Game
2ᵉ year
60 ECTS credits
The second year of the MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy provides in-depth expertise in financial analysis, big data, artificial intelligence, programming applied to finance, algorithmic trading and risk management, to prepare students for positions of responsibility in the finance, data andquantitative finance sectors.
Financial and non-financial strategy
- Financial recommendation system
- Data governance & data quality
- Portfolio management and risk theory
- Risk management & predictive analytics
Financial performance
- Sustainable finance and ESG Scoring
- Deep Learning and neural networks
- Python
- Algorithmic trading and quantitative finance
Financial engineering
- Computer vision in finance
- Machine Learning Operations (MLOP)
- Blockchain and fintech
- Algorithmic and high-frequency trading
Managing organisations and teams
- Risk Management & RegTech
- TechAway Cybersecurity
- AI ethics and financial regulation
- Asset Liability Management
Managing organisations and teams
- RegTech, Automation techniques and tools
- Applied research dissertation
- Credit scoring and Machine Learning
- Engineering complex derivatives
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 cross-disciplinary skill blocks 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.
Teaching methods
- Lectures and interactive courses
- Role-playing through group and/or individual case studies carried out by students
- Educational conferences and seminars
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What are the career prospects after an MSc in Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy?
The MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy opens up a wide range of opportunities in finance, data, risk analysis, predictive modelling and artificial intelligence, with prospects for rapid advancement to positions of responsibility.

Application
What are the entry requirements for the MSc Data Management, IA & Financial Strategy?
Admission to 1st year
- Accessible to students who hold or are in the process of obtaining a Bac+3 diploma (Bachelor’s degree, BUT, professional bachelor’s degree), i.e. 180 ECTS credits, in the fields of finance, data management, statistics, quantitative analysis, management, economics or IT.
- The course lasts two years.
- Apply using the online application form.
Admission to 2nd year
- Open to students who have completed or are in the process of completing a degree at Bac+4 level (Master 1, MSc 1, business school diploma), i.e. 240 ECTS credits, with a background in finance, data, quantitative analysis, statistics, IT, risk management or a related field.
- The course lasts one year.
- Apply using the online application form.
Your application
in 5 days
- Submitting your application
- Admission test
- Eligibility results(within 48 hours in working days)
School fees
What are the tuition fees for the MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy?
Tuition fees for the INSEEC MSc vary from year to year. Several sources of finance are available to help you.
- Initial training – Septembre intake
- Initial training – February intake
- Work-study 24 months
- Work-study 12 months
- 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
Professional certification is also available through VAE. Find out more about this.
The course is also available via the VAP at a cost of €850 (incl. VAT).
- 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
Professional certification is also available through VAE. Find out more about this.
The course is also available via the VAP at a cost of €850 (incl. VAT).
- 3rd year undergraduate
- September 2 years24 690€
- February 2 years24 690€
- MSc's degree
- 4th year undergraduate
- September 1 year14 790€
- February 1 year14 790€
- MSc's degree
Only the second year of the MSc can be completed in 12 months
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What languages are used for lessons and exams?
The Master of Science in Data Management, AI & Financial Stratification is taught in French on three of our campuses (Bordeaux, Lyon and Paris).
Are there any internship or work-study opportunities during the MSc Digital, Supply Chain, Purchasing and AI?
Yes, work-linked training is at the heart of the MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy. Students can apply for apprenticeship or professionalisation contracts in the fields of finance, data, artificial intelligence, risk analysis and financial strategy, with financial institutions, innovative companies, specialist consultancies or financial market players.
Depending on the campus, there are several options: 3 days at the company / 2 days at the school or 1 week at the school / 3 weeks at the company. This format enables you to finance your studies while developing solid professional experience in finance, data and applied AI.
To ensure that students have access to the best opportunities, the school provides personalised support and organises monthly job fairs to enable them to meet recruiters and key players in the finance, data, AI and financial strategy sectors.
Is INSEEC’s MSc Data Management, IA & Financial Strategy recognised by the State?
Yes, the Master of Science in Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy delivers a level 7 RNCP title “Expert in Financial Strategy” (number 40177), recognised by France Compétences and the Ministry of Employment.
This professional certification attests to the quality of the teaching offered by the INSEEC Group’s schools and promotes the professional integration of graduates in the fields of finance, data management, artificial intelligence, risk management and financial modelling. The programme prepares profiles capable of rapidly moving into positions of responsibility in organisations faced with the growing challenges of performance, compliance and innovation.
Find out all the details of this recognised qualification on our website, which opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities in finance, data, AI and financial strategy.
What support services are available for students?
The Corporate Relations and Alumni Department supports students throughout their career in their search for work-study placements and jobs through :
- Monthly job datings with players in finance, data, AI and risk analysis.
- Coaching workshops to help you prepare for interviews, enhance your profile and successfully enter the finance, data and AI professions.
- A Match’Up offers platform.
- And so on.
The school also provides housing assistance services to help students find accommodation close to their campus. At the same time, the school’s network of 120,000 alumni helps students to enter the world of work, giving them the opportunity to discover the careers of graduates working in finance, data management, AI, risk analysis and financial innovation.
Which partner companies recruit students from this programme?
Graduates are sought by :
- major banks and financial institutions such as BNP Paribas, Société Générale, Crédit Agricole, Natixis and AXA;
- management companies, fintechs and financial market players;
- financial data and artificial intelligence companies;
- consultancies specialising in finance, risk management and transformation.
Our network of 10,000 partner companies offers a wide range of work-study opportunities in the finance, data management, artificial intelligence and risk analysis sectors. These companies regularly seek out students from the programme for their skills in financial data, predictive modelling, programming, risk management and financial strategy.
At the company forums organised on each campus, you can find out about all the career opportunities in these growth sectors.
How long does an MSc Data Management, IA & Financial Strategy at INSEEC last?
The duration of the MSc Data Management, IA & Financial Strategy varies according to the level of admission: two years for Bac+3 graduates entering the first year, and one year for Bac+4 graduates admitted directly to the second year of the Master of Science. The course is taught on several campuses in France, offering students a programme tailored to their profile and geographical constraints.
The programme enables students to acquire all the skills needed to become experts in the digital supply chain, strategic purchasing and AI applied to operations. This 5-year post-graduate course offered by INSEEC prepares you effectively for positions of responsibility in logistics, the supply chain, purchasing and organisational transformation.
Does INSEEC MSc support students with disabilities?
INSEEC has made accessibility an integral part of its institutional policy. Each campus has a dedicated disability advisor, responsible for providing individualised support throughout the course.
The infrastructure complies with current accessibility standards. The referral manager oversees the implementation of educational, material and organisational changes, in conjunction with the school’s departments.
This approach aims to provide each student with a suitable learning environment. The contact details of the student advisor are available on the contact page of your campus.
What are the objectives of the MSc Data Management, AI & Financial Strategy?
The main objective of the programme is to train professionals capable of managing projects at the intersection of finance, data and artificial intelligence, and to support companies in their financial analysis, risk management, modelling and transformation of the financial sector. The course provides solid skills in data management, financial data analysis, Python, R, SQL, artificial intelligence, scoring, fraud detection and financial strategy.
The skills acquired will prepare you for careers with responsibilities in finance, data, AI applied to finance and risk management. The Master of Science also develops the strategic, analytical and relational skills that are essential for moving into positions such as financial data analyst, risk manager, financial strategy consultant, credit data analyst or data project manager in finance.
What are the equivalences and gateways?
Links with other professional qualifications, certifications or authorisations.
Is there an active INSEEC alumni network to help with professional integration?
Yes, INSEEC relies on a network of 120,000 active alumni worldwide, many of whom are graduates working in the fields of finance, data, artificial intelligence, quantitative analysis and risk management. This network is a real lever for professional integration, mentoring and the development of career opportunities in market finance, financial data and financial innovation.
The Group’s schools also offer continuing education courses to enable former students to update their skills, strengthen their expertise and explore new specialisations in finance, AI, programming, data analysis and financial strategy.
Many alumni now hold positions of responsibility in finance, data, predictive modelling, risk management or the management of data projects in a financial environment, and regularly share their experience with the students. These exchanges reinforce the professional dimension of the programme and help to link the teaching of the Master of Science to the concrete challenges of the financial sector.
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