MBA Courses at HEC Paris

What’s new at HEC Paris MBA course?

• HEC Paris MBA has various application deadlines. The recent deadline for HEC Paris is Feb 15, 2026  and the decision will be out on Mar 20, 2026.
• The HEC Paris MBA course has a ranking of #12 according to the Financial Times Ranking 2024 Category.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE*	DECISION DATE*	DEADLINE TO CONFIRM*
15 Feb, 2026	20 Mar 2026	17 Apr 2026
15 Mar 2024	17 Apr 2026	15 May 2026
19 Apr 2026	22 May 2026	19 Jun 2026
17 May 2026	19 Jun 2026	17 Jul 2026

HEC Paris MBA Tuition Fees and Specializations 

HEC Paris MBA provides specialisation options for student's career goals. The university provides specialisations on Strategic Marketing for market expertise. Data and AI business for modern data insights and advanced management for enhanced leadership. Students who are interested in the environment can also opt for Sustainable and Disruptive Innovation. For aspiring entrepreneurs, the university is also a perfect place for them. Applicants must choose a specialization of their interests and below is the cost of Living for international students:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount
Tuition & fees	INR 78,14,340

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount
Hostel & Meals	INR 5,83,201
Transportation	INR 3,16,615
Books	INR 67,365
Miscellaneous	INR 2,15,568
Total	INR 11,82,749

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Euro = INR 89.82

HEC Paris MBA Admission Requirments 2023

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• With an undergraduate degree
• To apply, Students must have completed an undergraduate programme at an accredited university.
• Along with an undergraduate degree, the University strongly encourage at least 2 years of professional experience.
• If you do not have an undergraduate degree
  The requirement of an undergraduate degree may be waived under the following conditions:
• Students can provide a certificate certifying that they have completed their secondary education. Students must also have 5 years minimum of professional experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial position.
• Students are an athlete who has represented their country at a national level.
• Applicants must have the following requirements before applying for MBA: 

• Essays
• Two Letters of Recommendation 
• Transcripts of degree 
• Applicants must include a passport 
• GMAT or GRE score is a must 
• Must meet the English language proficiency test.

English Langauge Proficiency	Minimum score required
TOEFL	A  minimum score of 100/120
IELTS	A minimum score of 7/9
PTE	A minimum score of 72/90

HEC Paris MBA English Language Proficiency Exams 

International students must submit a proof of English Language proficiency to be considered for HEC Paris admission ( especially non-english speaking countries). Students can demonstrate that they are proficient in English by submitting the English proficiency test scores.

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English Langauge Proficiency	Minimum score required
TOEFL	A  minimum score of 100/120
IELTS	A minimum score of 7/9
PTE	A minimum score of 72/90

HEC Paris MBA Acceptance Rate 

HEC Paris has an acceptance rate of 8% and upholds its reputation as a highly selective institute. The university Admission process involves a thorough evaluation process, Considering academic excellence, essays, Letter of recommendation, SOP, extracurricular activities and many more. Applicants are suggested to approach the admission process with utter dedication, showcasing their strengths and talents to get into HEC Paris. Beyond the numerical, the University is a great institution with an exceptional education and renowned faculty.

HEC Paris MBA admission Dates 2024

The University has various applications open for international students, The below applications are for the September 2026 intake. Check out the below table for application deadlines at HEC Paris:

APPLICATION DEADLINE*	DECISION DATE*	DEADLINE TO CONFIRM*
15 Feb, 2026	20 Mar 2026	17 Apr 2026
15 Mar 2024	17 Apr 2026	15 May 2026
19 Apr 2026	22 May 2026	19 Jun 2026
17 May 2026	19 Jun 2026	17 Jul 2026

Note: If you are not admitted the first time you apply, applicants cannot re-apply during the same academic year. Applicants must also wait a year before they are again eligible for Admission to HEC Paris.

HEC Paris MBA Application Process 2024

Below Admission process for the HEC MBA program: 

Step 1: Connect with HEC Paris and fill out an online form with the form to connect with the programme and receive to connect with the programme and receive personalised feedback. However, remember this step is not in the application process.

Step 2: Applicants must complete the application, decide on the deadline they wish to apply for and submit their complete application through the online application system. 

Step 3:After receiving the application, the admission board will conduct a pre-selection jury to review your application in detail.

Step 4: If the pre-selection jury selects Applicants, they will be invited for two separate interviews. HEC Paris conducts the interviews for MBA in  HEC Paris. The University strictly sees the applicant's communication skills, capabilities and academic excellence. 

Step 5: Official notification. After the interviews, your application will be reviewed by the admission jury. The jury strictly reviews your essays, Scores, Extracurricular activities, and work experience. 

Step 6: After the application is processed and thoroughly reviewed, the applicant will get an offer letter to the applicants.

HEC Paris Ranking 

HEC Paris has consistently ranked well for it’s business education. As evidenced by it’s high rankings in prestigious publications. In the Financial Times Master in Management rankings for 2021, HEC Paris secured the 2 position showcasing its quality. Its performance is QS ranking in accounting and finance and the Global MBA further demonstrated as a good premier institute. However check out the below rankings  table to know more:

Ranked By	2021	2022	2023
FT (Financial Times) - Master in Management [2]	2	NA	17
QS - Accounting & Finance [3]	20	19	NA
QS - Global MBA [4]	5	4	4

HEC Paris MBA cost of Living 2024

Below is the cost of Living for MBA course:

Fees components	Amount
Tuition & fees	INR 78,14,340

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount
Hostel & Meals	INR 5,83,201
Transportation	INR 3,16,615
Books	INR 67,365
Miscellaneous	INR 2,15,568
Total	INR 11,82,749

HEC Paris Placements

The overall salary for the MBA batch 2022 was USD 115,827 and the sign-on bonus was USD 18,687. Some of the top industries from where the HEC Paris MBA graduates got placed were Government/Non Profit, Consulting, Consumer Packaged Goods, etc. For more information you can check the placement report of 2022 which has been attached in the table below.

Head	Data
Overall Average Salary	USD 115,827
Sign-on Bonus	USD 18,687
Top Industries	Government/Non Profit, Consulting, Consumer Packaged Goods, Energy, Etc.
Top Employers	Accenture, Deloitte, Bain & Company, Google, Meta, Etc.
Placement Report	HEC_Paris_Employment_Report