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HEC Paris Business School

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HEC Paris, Paris France

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# 9QS WUR Ranking By Subject

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About HEC Paris Business School

HEC Paris was founded in 1881 by the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and is one of the most prestigious and oldest European business schools.

Today HEC Paris is a leader in research and education in management sciences. We offer a complete and unique range of business programs for the most talented students from around the world. There are over 4,500 participants enrolled in our degree programs, and 500 participants in our Summer School programs every year.

MASTER'S PROGRAMS

Students from all backgrounds benefit from a long tradition of academic excellence at HEC Paris. Both our Grande Ecole and Specialized Masters programs have been specifically designed to transform outstanding potential into exceptional success.

BACHELOR PROGRAM

HEC Paris and Bocconi University have combined their expertise to offer a Bachelor of Arts & Science In Data, Society & Organisations. This 3-year, double degree program, will provide students with the skills to meet the challenges that society and organisations currently face through data science.

SUMMER SCHOOL

The HEC Paris Summer School offers diverse, intensive programs for young professionals and students who wish to develop their interpersonal skills or refine their expertise in cutting-edge domains during the summer or throughout the academic year.

MBA PROGRAMS

We have developed three different MBA Programs that have been designed for three specific groups of professionals - MBA, Executive MBA and TRIUM Global Executive MBA. Our goal is to help you write the next chapter in your career and achieve your ambitions.


Mission

The primary vocation of HEC Paris is to have an impact, not only on business but on society at large.

We IMPACT business and society through research, education, and action, to contribute to a more inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous world. The mission of HEC Paris is organized around three fields of action, which are also the pillars of our commitment to excellence:

1.            We Think and push the boundaries of knowledge. 

2.            We Teach, learn and grow together.

3.            We Act to unleash human potential. 


Values

The core values that have brought us together over the last 140 years and that continue to drive us forward are: Excellence, Curiosity, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Responsibility and Diversity.

Sustainability also plays a key role in the strategy of HEC Paris and we have adopted the  United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Climate and environmental challenges, social equity, and resource conservation inspire our research, teachings, campus management, and outreach in society.

Alumni Association

HEC Alumni, one of the most powerfuk alumni networks the the world, is a partner for the whole HEC community, and provides over 70,000 graduates worldwide with continuing support at every stage of their careers. At the heart of this support is a promise: We SHARE. We DARE. We CARE.

About HEC Paris Business School

HEC Paris was founded in 1881 by the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and is one of the most prestigious and oldest European business schools.

Today HEC Paris is a leader in research and education in management sciences. We offer a complete and unique range of business programs for the most talented students from around the world. There are over 4,500 participants enrolled in our degree programs, and 500 participants in our Summer School programs every year.

MASTER'S PROGRAMS

Students from all backgrounds benefit from a long tradition of academic excellence at HEC Paris. Both our Grande Ecole and Specialized Masters programs have been specifically designed to transform outstanding potential into exceptional success.

BACHELOR PROGRAM

HEC Paris and Bocconi University have combined their expertise to offer a Bachelor of Arts & Science In Data, Society & Organisations. This 3-year, double degree program, will provide students with the skills to meet the challenges that society and organisations currently face through data science.

SUMMER SCHOOL

The HEC Paris Summer School offers diverse, intensive programs for young professionals and students who wish to develop their interpersonal skills or refine their expertise in cutting-edge domains during the summer or throughout the academic year.

MBA PROGRAMS

We have developed three different MBA Programs that have been designed for three specific groups of professionals - MBA, Executive MBA and TRIUM Global Executive MBA. Our goal is to help you write the next chapter in your career and achieve your ambitions.


Mission

The primary vocation of HEC Paris is to have an impact, not only on business but on society at large.

We IMPACT business and society through research, education, and action, to contribute to a more inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous world. The mission of HEC Paris is organized around three fields of action, which are also the pillars of our commitment to excellence:

1.            We Think and push the boundaries of knowledge. 

2.            We Teach, learn and grow together.

3.            We Act to unleash human potential. 


Values

The core values that have brought us together over the last 140 years and that continue to drive us forward are: Excellence, Curiosity, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Responsibility and Diversity.

Sustainability also plays a key role in the strategy of HEC Paris and we have adopted the  United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Climate and environmental challenges, social equity, and resource conservation inspire our research, teachings, campus management, and outreach in society.

Alumni Association

HEC Alumni, one of the most powerfuk alumni networks the the world, is a partner for the whole HEC community, and provides over 70,000 graduates worldwide with continuing support at every stage of their careers. At the heart of this support is a promise: We SHARE. We DARE. We CARE.

Available programs

HEC Paris offers a complete and unique range of Master's programs: 

Master in Management – Grande Ecole program: leader in Europe for several years, the Grande Ecole program recruits students with little or no professional experience through a rigorous admissions process, and guides them towards top careers in management.

Master’s Program -Specialized Masters- are designed for students at postgraduate level who want to acquire high-level expertise and professional know-how in their chosen specialization. They are aimed at students with little or no professional experience, who already hold a bachelor’s degree from a university in France or abroad.

Bachelor of Arts & Science in Data, Society & Organisations. This three-year program provides students with the necessary skills in data science, social sciences and management to tackle the greatest challenges facing society and organisations.

HEC Paris also offers a range of  2-week Summer School Programs that are aimed at Bachelor and Master level students, as well as young professionals, wishing to develop expertise in a specifc area.

University information

Our masters programs welcomes high potential students and recent graduates from around the world. A first selection is based on the evaluation of all the application materials. Pre-selected students are then invited to an interview (via Skype or on campus).

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How to apply?

Apply online here 


Supporting documents to be up-loaded before the application deadline:

  • Degree certificate(s) or current enrollment certificate
  • All official academic transcripts obtained in a higher education institution (exchange programs included) with official GPA
  • Résumé (CV)
  • GMAT or GRE or TAGE MAGE official test score report
  • English language proficiency test score report: TOEFL or TOEIC (Bridge or Listening and Reading or Speaking and Writing) or IELTS or Cambridge
  • 2 completed online reference forms (at least one should be filled out by a professor)
  • Passport-style photo
  • Non-refundable application fee of €125.

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HEC Paris has one of the largest campuses in Europe. Our academic, leisure and sports facilities offer students and staff the holistic lifestyle you would expect from a world-class institution. Our setting also offers the perfect balance between the rural and urban worlds.

The 340-acre wooded campus is not only close to Paris and Versailles by train, but also a short drive to La Défense, the biggest business district in Europe where many multinational companies have set up their headquarters.

Our cutting-edge interactive learning spaces have been specifically designed to facilitate project-based learning and group work. We offer a wide range of services such as a printing shop, a health clinic and an ecumenical center. Students can also perefect their French and other languages at the Language Resource Center.

Student life

HEC Paris considers on-campus community and associative life to be one of the cornerstones of education. In many ways, it is an extension of the classroom experience. It encourages students to develop a sense of responsibility, as well as nurturing bold and creative minds.

There are well over 100 clubs and associations on our campus and their diversity and vibrancy are truly astonishing. They cover sports, culture, environmental activities, advocacy politics, and public affairs, as well as many different student populations.

Helping you to realize your professional ambitions is our primary concern. As you set out to achieve your professional goals, we are here to provide guidance and to connect you with the best opportunities from around the world.

25 000 Internships and permanent positions are on offer for you in our career resource center.

300 Companies attend the annual career fairs and meetups organized on campus.

50 Recruitment events take place, where you can discover a variety of sectors and professions such as finance, consulting, data, and marketing.

100+ clubs to choose from, depending on your areas of your interest. You will find support and inspiration in open, sharing environments, which offer numerous opportunities to develop leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

50% of HEC Paris graduates find their jobs via the school’s career services.

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Rankings & ratings

HEC Paris Business School is one of the top private universities in Paris, France. It is ranked #9 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2024.

QS WUR Ranking By Subject

  • 2015
    #=13
  • 2015
    #31
  • 2016
    #37
  • 2016
    #14
  • 2017
    #=39
  • 2017
    #12
  • 2017
    #55
  • 2018
    #36
  • 2018
    #12
  • 2018
    #=56
  • 2019
    #17
  • 2019
    #11
  • 2019
    #=55
  • 2020
    #19
  • 2020
    #9
  • 2020
    #43
  • 2021
    #41
  • 2021
    #9
  • 2021
    #=84
  • 2021
    #20
  • 2022
    #44
  • 2022
    #19
  • 2022
    #10
  • 2022
    #85
  • 2023
    #51
  • 2023
    #18
  • 2023
    #10
  • 2023
    #66
  • 2023
    #6
  • 2024
    #=45
  • 2024
    #18
  • 2024
    #11
  • 2024
    #=64
  • 2024
    #9

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