1-Year MSc in Business Strategy & Consulting

Program Overview

Audencia's 1-Year MSc in Business Strategy & Consulting equips students with expertise in strategic management and consulting, preparing them for careers in consulting and strategic project management. Emphasizing a blend of analytical and creative approaches, the program utilizes a multidisciplinary pedagogy and diverse student body to enrich the learning experience. Graduates can expect high employability, with a 78% satisfaction rate and an average salary of €45k upon graduation.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The 1-Year MSc in Business Strategy & Consulting at Audencia aims to prepare students for careers in consulting and strategic management. The program develops expertise in strategic management and consulting, along with critical thinking, relational and creative thinking skills, business management, and leadership. Students will be equipped to work in demanding environments serving international clients and implementing impactful changes by tackling strategic challenges. The program emphasizes a blend of analytical and creative approaches, a broad view of organizations coupled with specific understanding, and a commitment to creating a more sustainable world. The pedagogical team consists of experienced professionals skilled in training students in various facets and ethical issues of the consulting profession. A multidisciplinary pedagogy allows students to design and implement innovative solutions to meet client challenges. The diverse student profiles (managers, engineers, lawyers, international students, etc.) enrich the learning experience, particularly during group work. Audencia's unique expertise allows the program to address major ecological, social, and technological transitions. The program boasts a 78% satisfaction rate, a 45k annual average salary for graduates, and an average promotion age of 26.

Outline:

The 14-month (maximum) full-time program, taught in English, utilizes a face-to-face format at Audencia's Nantes and Paris campuses. It comprises 408 hours of training and includes a 4-6 month internship or work experience in France or abroad. The program follows an experiential approach, applying learned knowledge to real projects from specialized companies. Students learn to establish organizational diagnoses, formulate recommendations, implement change, manage client relationships, and apply ethical sales and facilitation techniques. The curriculum includes modules such as:

• Organization & Management of Consulting Firms
• Advanced Topics in Strategy Consulting
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Consultant Toolbox
• Managing Transformations
• Consulting Challenge
• Communication & Facilitation Skills
• Consulting Proposals & Ethics
• Data & Business Analytics
• Cases of Strategic Management Consulting
• Digital Transformation
• Foresight & Innovative Strategies
• Implementing the Consulting Process
• Integrating Consulting Firms and Mastering Case Cracking
The program culminates in a Master's Thesis, an in-depth study of a relevant topic allowing students to showcase their learning and application of knowledge.

Assessment:

Assessment methods include continuous monitoring, written exams, a final dissertation, and group work.

Teaching:

The program uses a combination of theoretical and practical sequences (face-to-face or distance learning), employing business simulations, case studies, and interactive lessons. The pedagogical team is composed of experienced professionals.

Careers:

Upon completion, graduates can pursue roles such as:

• Consultant (management, strategy, organization, change management, digital transformation, in-house consulting)
• Strategic project manager or team member
• Assistant Chief of staff or Chief of staff
The Career & Corporate Relations Center provides support with internships, CVs, cover letters, and other professional development needs.

Other:

The program is a Master of Science (MSc) degree, Grade Master, Visé BAC+5, with RNCP number 37936 and 60 ECTS credits. Audencia's extensive alumni network (37,000 alumni, 7,200 students from 100 nationalities) offers networking opportunities. The Knowledge Hub offers support with research methodology, database consultation, and bibliographic formatting. The school is committed to accessibility for students with disabilities.