MSc Investment Banking & Financial Engineering

The main objective of the programme is to train experts capable of managing strategic equity transactions in major investment banks and advisory firms. The programme provides in-depth knowledge of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, business valuation and structured finance.

The courses are designed to develop technical expertise in financial modelling and the analysis of complex financial data. The Master of Science also prepares students for positions as M&A account managers, investment banking analysts or M&A consultants. This course will enable you to move quickly into the highly selective investment banking and strategic finance consultancy sector.

Yes, work-study is at the heart of the programme’s teaching on the Paris and Bordeaux campuses. Students can apply for apprenticeship contracts with major investment banks, private equity funds and M&A consultancies.

A number of different timetables are available, depending on the partner company. This apprenticeship contract enables you to finance your studies while gaining professional experience in the demanding world of investment banking. The school offers personalised support to help you apply for the best opportunities.

The work-study application is prepared in conjunction with the Corporate Relations team, giving you an insight into the major banking institutions and players in the M&A sector.

Graduates are sought by :

Our network of 10,000 partner companies offers a wide range of opportunities to enter the investment banking sector. These banking organisations regularly offer apprenticeship contracts to students on the programme. Discovering these companies at the careers forums organised on campus will help you target the positions that match your career plans as part of your career development.

Private equity involves investing in unlisted companies to support their development or transfer. This specialisation is at the heart of the programme, as it represents a major sector of business finance. The knowledge acquired in private equity enables students to understand the mechanisms of LBOs (Leveraged Buy-Outs), company valuations and value creation.

The courses cover the entire investment cycle, from identifying targets to developing holdings. This expertise is particularly valued by major financial institutions and will enable you to take up strategic positions as a private equity account manager or private equity analyst as part of an international career.

To apply for the programme, candidates must submit an online application including CV, covering letter, transcripts and recommendations. INSEEC MSc admissions will then review the application to ensure that the profile matches the requirements of the Master of Science.

Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview to assess their motivation, career plans and knowledge of the banking sector.

When you apply for this programme of excellence, your application must demonstrate your appetite for corporate finance and your ability to thrive in a demanding environment.

Don’t hesitate to apply as soon as admissions open to maximise your chances.

The Master of Science in Investment Banking & Financial Engineering is taught in French at the Paris and Bordeaux campuses.

The programme develops the soft skills essential for success in the demanding environment of investment banking. The soft skills cultivated include :

This behavioural knowledge will enable you to operate in an environment where precision and speed are paramount. The programme also develops social and ethical responsibility, which is essential in the financial sector. The teaching includes real-life situations that enable students to discover the codes of the sector and prepare for positions as M&A advisers or financial engineering experts in major international investment banks.

The number of hours varies according to the pace of the course and the campus. For initial training, you should expect to spend around 25 to 30 hours a week in classes, divided between theory, practical case studies and group work on real-life M&A projects. In sandwich courses or apprenticeships, the timetable is adapted, with generally 2 days of classes per week or block weeks.

This format allows you to work in a company in the sector while following courses taught by working professionals. There is a heavy personal workload, particularly in financial modelling, analysis of company data and preparation for AMF certification. This organisation will enable you to develop solid expertise and acquire the knowledge needed to excel in major equity banking operations.

The social and environmental dimension (ESG) has become central to M&A and investment operations. The programme incorporates this major development in the sector through modules dedicated to extra-financial analysis and sustainability reporting. Knowledge of corporate social responsibility enables ESG risks to be assessed as part of due diligence and these criteria to be incorporated into valuation models.

This expertise will enable you to advise major companies on their responsible and sustainable development. Investment banks are looking for experts who can integrate these issues into their data analysis and strategic recommendations. The course also covers impact investing and social impact finance, fast-developing sectors that offer new job opportunities in responsible financial marketing.

Yes, INSEEC has a network of 115,000 active alumni worldwide, including many professionals in major investment banks, private equity funds and M&A consultancies. This network facilitates access to employment and allows students to discover opportunities in the very closed sector of investment banking.

Graduates working as M&A directors, private equity partners or senior account managers regularly share their experience at events organised on the Paris and Bordeaux campuses.

A dedicated platform presents alumni services and networking events throughout the year. The Group’s schools also offer continuing education courses, enabling alumni to specialise further or discover new fields such as fintech or sustainable finance.

Many alumni act as teachers or mentors, creating a bridge between the academic world and the realities of the banking sector. This makes it easier for students to join the best institutions as part of their professional learning and career development in corporate finance and strategic financial marketing consultancy.