MBA in France: Top Universities, Fees & Requirements

An MBA in France is a pg level degree which has a duration between 10 months to 2 years. The degree is available in a lot of fields such as Finance, Luxury Management, Sustainability, International Business and Entrepreneurship .

Students can choose a one year MBA, an MBA for experienced professionals, a specialist MBA or a distance MBA depending on their requirements and budget. Over 30 institutions in France offer MBA programs. Some of the top universities offering an MBA in France include HEC Paris, INSEAD, ESSEC, EDHEC, ESCP Europe, EMLYON, Grenoble, Audencia and ISC Paris.

The tuition cost in middle range programs ranges between INR 13L and INR 45L which can go up to INR 1 Cr for top-tier schools. The living cost for international students is between INR 9L and INR 22L. The degree is ideal for students seeking careers in fields such as Consulting, Finance, Management, Luxury Management, Sustainability and International Business. Aspiring managers can choose this program.

French B-schools have much to offer in terms of theoretical and practical knowledge. International students must meet the France MBA colleges requirements to get admission. They also provide proof of English language proficiency if their first language is not English. Students can check the table below for the popular universities offering an MBA in France with tuition fees:

Also read: A Guide to Study in France

MBA in France Highlights

A generic MBA program aims at developing a well-rounded businessman/ entrepreneur without specializing in any specific subject. Some popular fields include Consulting, Finance, Management, Luxury Management, Sustainability, International Business, or more. There are over 50 MBA universities in France that offer quality master's degrees for International students. The table below includes the highlights of an MBA from France:

Particular	Stats
Total number of MBA Colleges in France	50+
MBA cost in France	Cost of studying for an MBA in France: INR 13 L-INR 45 L (approx.) Cost of living in France: INR 9 L-INR 22 L for a year on average.
Top specializations	International Business, HR Management, Business Analytics, Finance Management, etc.
Admission Requirements	Bachelor’s Degree + GMAT/GRE scores + IELTS/TOEFL score + SOP + LOR + Resume

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Top 10 MBA Colleges in France

There are around 12 popular business colleges in France to pursue an MBA. France is home to some top-ranked MBA universities in the world that provide quality MBA programs to students. Some of the top universities offering an MBA in France include HEC Paris, INSEAD, ESSEC, EDHEC, ESCP Europe, EMLYON, Grenoble, Audencia, ISC Paris, and more. The table below includes the top 10 MBA colleges in France for International students:

University	QS Global MBA Rankings 2025
HEC Paris	6
INSEAD	11
ESCP Europe	27
ESSEC Business School	28
EDHEC Business School	47
EMLYON Business School	51
Audencia Business School	89
Grenoble Ecole de Management	92
IESEG School of Management	101-110
EMLV Business School	251+

Also read: Top Universities and Colleges in France

Best MBA Colleges in France

According to THE rankings 2025, the University of Toulouse ranked #63 among top universities. Along with this, many universities like Institut Polytechnique de Paris, Université Paris-Saclay, Panthéon-Sorbonne University – Paris 1, hold top positions. Students can check the list of the best colleges in France for MBA in the table below:

MBA Colleges in France	Times Higher Education Rankings 2025 (Business)
University of Toulouse	63
Institut Polytechnique de Paris	101-125
Paris Sciences et Lettres – PSL Research University Paris	101-125
Université Paris-Saclay	176-200
Panthéon-Sorbonne University – Paris 1	201-250
Montpellier University	251-300
Université Côte d'Azur	251-300
CY Cergy Paris University	301-400
Institut Agro	401-500
Nantes Université	401-500

Popular MBA Specializations in France

International students can pursue MBA programs in France in multiple specializations. Some top specializations chosen among Indians are Finance, Luxury Management, Sustainability, International Business, and Entrepreneurship. Here is a list of the top MBA Specialisations in France for Indian students looking to study in the country:

Popular MBA Specializations for France
MBA in HR Management	MBA in Business Analytics
MBA in Finance Management	MBA in Marketing Management
MBA in Travel and Tourism Management	MBA in Aviation Management
MBA in Digital Marketing	MBA in Healthcare Management
MBA in IT	MBA in Media Management

Also read: Types of MBA Specializations in Demand Abroad

Cost of Studying MBA in France

MBA fees in France for Indian students vary from INR 13 L to INR 45 L and more. The average cost of living in France is between INR 9L and INR 22L. Candidates should be aware that the living cost is entirely subjective to the lifestyle and accommodation opted for by the candidate. The below graph includes the top MBA colleges in France with fee structure for the first year:

Read about the Cost of Studying in France

Student Visa Cost for France

There are different types of student visas for France, a ‘Schengen’ short-stay student visa' - is valid for three months, a Visa de long séjour temporaire pour etudes (temporary long-stay visa) - is valid for studying in France for between three and six months without the need for a residence permit and the Visa de long séjour etudes (long-stay visa) is a long term stay.

Candidates looking to study for an MBA in France would have to apply for the Visa de long séjour etudes (long-stay visa). Candidates who are looking to study for longer than six months are required to apply for this French Study Visa. This type of study visa lasts for the duration of your course in France i.e. three years for a bachelor's, two years for a master's, and four years for a PhD. Long-stay visas act as residence permits and are called VLT-TS. 

Submission of Visa applications and collection of passports can be done only by the applicant himself or through a travel agency authorized by the Embassy of France, New Delhi. French Student Visa has two distinct stages of application. One at the Campus France and the other at the embassy. The set of documents can vary for both of them. You would be required to submit originals at Campus France and photo copies at the embassy/ consulate/ Visa Application Centres. The Visa Fee for a Long Stay National Visa for Study purposes is €99 for students applying for bachelor's/master's courses. Candidates looking for assistance with applying to French universities can also get in touch with our Shiksha Study Abroad Counsellors on the same. 

MBA Requirements for France – Eligibility Criteria

Almost all French universities offer online applications along with a complete set of documents. International students must meet the MBA in France admission requirements to study the program. The basic requirements for admission that are common to all French universities are:

• Undergraduate degree: A bachelor's degree in any field is usually required
• Work experience: Most programs prefer candidates with at least two to three years of work experience 
• English proficiency: IELTS or TOEFL scores are typically needed
• GMAT or GRE: Competitive scores in these standardized tests are essential.

Work Permit after Studying MBA in France

Simply put, students who are planning to take up small and short-term courses in France cannot stay in France. Only students who are taking up long-term courses like bachelor's and master's and have a Visa de Long Sejour Etudes or Long Stay Study Visa for France get permission to stay in the country after completing the course.

For master’s students, however, there is good news. While bachelor's degree holders can stay on only if they have a work permit, the students pursuing master's from France get an added advantage. Upon completing the master’s course, a student can apply for and get a temporary residence permit – APS, for 24 months. What is important to understand is that this extended residence permit allows a student only to take up part-time employment of up to 964 hours – as allowed to students already studying in French Universities.

MBA Scholarships for France

Scholarships to Study in France: One of the major drawbacks of studying abroad is the high cost of studying combined with exorbitant living expenses on a day to day basis. However, candidates who are unable to cover the entire cost of studying abroad can look to scholarships and education loans to finance their education. While there are several merit-based scholarships on offer on the official websites of individual universities for applicants. Candidates can also check out a comprehensive list of scholarships on our website. 

Although French State universities charge a minimal tuition fee, some international students may still feel the burden of budgeting everything. For them, there are various institutional and regional scholarship options to apply for:

• Ile-de-France Masters Scholarships: A Masters scholarship provided by the Regional Council of Île-de-France to foreign students seeking admission to higher education institutions in the Île-de-France. Open to all international students, however, preference is given to aspirants from Asia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, or the new European member states.
• The Eiffel Scholarship: A program, developed by the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, under which reputed French universities can apply. The Eiffel Scholarship aims to attract international aspirants for diploma programs at the Master's and PhD levels. It covers four main categories of study: Law, Economy and Management, Engineering Sciences (PhD and master’s level), and Political Sciences.
• Erasmus Mundus Scholarships: Offered to both European and non-European students, the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is funded by the European Union. This scholarship is available for Joint Programmes at a Master's or Doctorate level.

Education Loan for France: Not everyone would qualify for a scholarship. So what do you do then? Candidates can apply for an education loan to make their dreams of studying abroad a reality. Candidates can check out our Education loan finder to understand more about education loans for studying in France. 

MBA Jobs & Salaries for France

MBA in France average salary is around €57k or INR 51.82 L annually. The below graph includes the average MBA salary in France for graduates at popular universities in the country:

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Top Recruiters for MBA in France

MBA graduates of France universities get job offers from top employers such as Google, Accenture, McKinsey, Samsung, Microsoft, etc. The table below includes the list of top Recruiters for MBA colleges in France:

University	Top Recruiting Companies
HEC Paris Placements	Deutsche Bank | Burberry | Air Liquide | Amazon.com | Accenture | AT Kearney | Bank of America | Cisco Systems | Goldman Sachs | Barclays Capital
INSEAD - France Placements	Accenture | Amazon.com | Google | Intel | Microsoft | McKinsey | Morgan Stanley | Samsung | Wipro | CITI Bank
ESSEC Business School Placements	JP Morgan Chase | KPMG | Microsoft | Accenture | Subway
EDHEC Placements	SAP | Accenture | AXA Business services | Amazon.com | Google | UNESCO | Microsoft | Johnson Johnson | Capgemini | MICROSCOTT | LinkedIn
ESCP Europe Business Placements	HSBC | Bank of America | bnp paribas

 

Akansha Katariya09-19-2025 10:27