Executive Masters Executive Masters

These degree programs are run over a period of 13 to 16 months and enable participants to specialize in an area of management. They are aimed at senior managers, executives, leaders, and functional or operational managers, with 5 years of professional experience, who wish to develop their expertise and perfect their managerial skills. Candidates can only apply twice for the same program.
There are no transfer pathways between programs. The admission process, which includes an application and an interview, typically takes about one month. The average time to access a program ranges from 1 to 6 months, with applications closing one month before the program start date. Our programs are accessible to individuals with disabilities: a designated advisor is available to discuss possible accommodations. Select a topic to explore the available programs, and click on the "Admission" tab to submit your application.

Applications are assessed according to the criteria mentioned previously Preliminary interview with a Program Advisor Submission of application file

• The application file is validated by the Academic Director of the program. 
• Selection Committee : management aptitude test and interview 
• A B1 TOEIC level in English is recommended but not mandatory. It will enable you, for example, to understand certain documents/case studies written in English, as well as certain English-speaking facilitators who may take part in the program. Once your application has been completed and validated, the HEC Paris Language Resource Center will be happy to help you take the necessary steps and will offer you a free TOEIC test (one test only).

The admissions jury will make the final decision on admission.

Executive Master programs last between 13 to 16 months and are organized in two parts: Face-to-face courses (the location may vary depending on the program), combined with individual work in the company of the participant. Please note that most training modules include evening work or conferences.

Depending on the program, the following learning methods can be used: case studies, business cases, serious games, simulations, workshops, "field" analyses, company visits, testimonials from experts, analysis models and tools, theoretical input and practical application, individual or group work, interactive discussions, co-development or co-construction, tutoring, mentoring, virtual classes, distance or face-to-face learning, etc.

Depending on the program, the following evaluation methods are used: case studies, business cases, serious games, quizzes; "field" analyses; individual or group work... The realization of a professional thesis, with the guidance of an HEC Paris professor, is the final assessment of the program. The thesis is defended before a jury and should focus an issue faced by the participant’s company.