FR · Master's
emlyon business school
MSc in International Management
emlyon business school
Course Overview
emlyon business school (Lyon, France) holds triple accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) — among the top 1% of business schools globally. emlyon's MSc in International Management is ranked #18 globally by the Financial Times in 2024. The 2-year programme combines a core year of management foundations (strategy, finance, marketing, operations, organisational behaviour) with a specialisation year offering tracks like Digital Marketing & Data Science, International Marketing, Global Strategy, Sustainable Business, and Entrepreneurship. The programme is fully taught in English and includes a mandatory semester at one of emlyon's 200+ exchange partners (HEC Lausanne, Bocconi, NUS, Tsinghua, Peking University, Berkeley Haas) plus a 4-6 month internship or final-project at firms like Carrefour, L'Oreal, Decathlon, Renault, plus Big 4 consulting.
Sri Lankan applicants — typically Business / Commerce / Engineering Bachelor's holders aiming at international consulting, global brand management, or European career launchpads — choose emlyon for: (1) tuition at €24,000/year is materially lower than UK / US M7 equivalents while delivering FT-ranked #18 placement outcomes, (2) France's APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) post-study work visa (1 year, extendable), (3) European Blue Card pathway to permanent residence, (4) the strong Asia Pacific MBA alumni network in Lyon and Paris, and (5) the option to complete a semester in Asia (NUS / Tsinghua) closer to Sri Lanka for family proximity.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised institution — minimum equivalent to French Mention Bien (roughly 2:1 / GPA 3.3+).
- check_circle GMAT (550+) or GRE (300+) strongly preferred; emlyon test (TAGE-MAGE for some applicants) accepted as alternative.
- check_circle Personal statement (2-3 essays totalling ~1,500 words) covering motivation, career objectives, and international exposure.
- check_circle Two academic / professional references.
- check_circle Video interview (Kira Talent) for all shortlisted candidates.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.0 in each band).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 95 Overall.
- check_circle TOEIC: 850 Overall.
- check_circle Cambridge English C1 Advanced: 180 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your Bachelor's was conducted entirely in English at a recognised institution.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (€) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | €24,000 | Rs. 8,280,000 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Lyon) | €10,800 | Rs. 3,726,000 |
| Student Visa & Health Insurance | €2,000 | Rs. 690,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | €36,800 | Rs. 12,696,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the French APS Job-Search Visa (1 year, extendable to 2). Top hirers: McKinsey, BCG, Bain (France); LVMH, L'Oreal, Carrefour, Decathlon, Renault; plus Big 4 consulting (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC France). EU Blue Card pathway leads to French permanent residence after 18 months. emlyon MSc IM graduate salary in France: €45,000-65,000 starting; €75,000+ in consulting. Sri Lankan returnees take Senior Manager / Strategy Consultant roles at McKinsey Colombo, plus international rotational programmes.
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