Master of Science (MSc) Digital Strategy and Innovation
After a 4-year non-french undergraduate degree
Presentation
Develop your digital marketing and strategy expertise with this programme developed in collaboration with leaders from multinational technology and retail companies.
- Strengths and Advantages
- Programme
- Admission
- Career
- Tuition fees and funding
Join a cutting-edge Master of Science in digital strategy and innovation
- Course taught in English
- A unique course compared with similar programmes: the only course that places a central focus on strategic vision and governance
- Explores strategic perspective and digital marketing
- A program developed with the support of executives and experts from multinational technology and retail companies as well as consulting firms specialising in digital strategy for global brands (Amazon, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, World Bank, Celonis Singularity, Shields & Co...)
- An ideal location on the Paris campus, in a dynamic economy consisting of more than 7,000 companies, a stone’s throw from the headquarters of major national and international groups
- A sponsorship system to facilitate the creation of a business network
- Master’s level approved by France’s Ministry of Higher Education and Research
The objective of this programme is to train future professionals capable of driving and leading a digital strategy, e-commerce and innovative processes, to expand into new markets and generate new value propositions and new services. Future graduates acquire fundamental knowledge of digital strategy and the transferable skills required to design and implement it: critical thinking, problem-solving, strategy definition, people and product management, decision-making, creativity, research and communication. This course is particularly aimed at international students and opens the door to career opportunities around the world.
Highlights of the Master of Science in digital strategy and innovation
Digital transformation continues to accelerate, fundamentally changing the way companies and organisations operate, differentiate themselves, and remain competitive. This shift requires a real change in organisational culture and the digitalisation of processes, activities, and sales and marketing channels. The MSc® Digital Strategy and Innovation equips students with hands-on experience through projects and industry immersions, providing them with the practical expertise and strategic insight needed to tackle these cultural, ethical, and technological challenges in a rapidly evolving business environment.
Yihan Wang
Academic Director
Programme
- Contemporary Topics in Organisations
- Digital Workplace and Managing Fluid Teams
- Technological Challenges of the Digital Economy
- Strategic, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Digital Business
- Business Strategy and Digital Performance
- Digital Innovation and Consulting
- Digital Marketing Techniques
- Branding in the Digital World
- Digital Distribution and Operations Management
- Value Proposition through Environment, Social, and Governance Strategy
- 2-Day Innovation Challenge
- Career & Job Search Tools
- French as a Foreign Language (optional)
- Research Methods
- Professional Thesis
- Internship
- Workshops and Groupwork
- 2-Day Innovation Challenge
- Internship: 4 to 6 months
- Professional Thesis
Personal and Professional Branding
Professional Experience
- Candidates must hold a four-year degree in Higher Education (4-year Bachelor Degree, BBA, Master 1, or equivalent). Other profiles may be accepted in derogation from these criteria.
- This programme is also available over two years for candidates who hold a three-year in Higher Education level (3-year Bachelor Degree, BMI, licence, or equivalent). Tuition fees on request.
- Selection based on examination of the application file: seriousness of the application, quality of the academic and/or professional profile.
- Remote interview with an academic advisor: to find out more about the applicant, his/her plans and objectives. The admission decision (admitted, refused) is made a few days after the interview.
- Admitted candidates receive a formal e-mail inviting them to pay a deposit (deductible from tuition fees), which enables them to reserve their place on the programme and triggers a final letter of acceptance.
- your CV,
- your most recent diploma,
- your transcripts from previous years and your certificate of enrolment for the current year,
- your covering letter,
- a copy of your ID (front and back) or passport,
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Well-being and Inclusion
Inclusion of students with disabilities
For several years now, EM Normandie has been committed to the inclusion of students with disabilities and has been striving to make it as easy as possible for them to learn, to continue their studies, to live socially within the school and to find employment. Specific training for its teachers and support services, school facilities, digital accessibility, etc. EM Normandie promotes values of equal opportunities and respect for differences, through the sharing of an inclusive culture and the continuous development of its practices. Are you disabled or have a chronic disabling illness? We can provide you with comprehensive support, whether it be in the context of your classes/exams, your search for internships, work-study programmes or jobs, or even in preparing for your expatriation.
Admission mode
Selection based on application file and individual motivation interview.
User's guide for application form
Eligibility for application
No English language test score is required for students holding a degree from an English-speaking university. For other applicants, language requirements are: B2 level in English (studies completed in English or official test: IELTS 6 / TOEIC 790 / TOEFL 83 / Duolingo 115) or proof that English was the candidate’s language of study or work fort at least a year.
Admission procedure
Application
Supporting documents required for the application:
In addition to the EM Normandie application form, international candidates must approach their local Campus France office to facilitate the process of obtaining their visa. Once the down payment has been received, the School will help International students with their visa procedures and search for accommodation.
Additional information for funded applicants
Funded applicants are asked to gather the necessary information as soon as possible so that the administrative documents can be drawn up in good time.
Career opportunities
- Digital Transformation/Strategy Consultant
- Influencer Marketing Manager
- Digital Procurement Specialist
- Digital Communications Specialist
- Digital Product Manager
- Web Mobile Product Manager
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Customer Relationship Manager
- E-commerce Manager
- Analytics and Optimisation Analyst
- Key Account Manager
- Business Developer...
Employment market overview:
According to the latest report from the European Commission, 58% of French companies that have hired or tried to hire digital experts report difficulties in filling these positions. In some twenty other European countries, more than 50% of employers agree that it is difficult to find digital experts. A trend that clearly highlights the shortage in the job market. Each year, there are thousands of posts to be filled, with a strong demand for young digital strategy and digital marketing professionals. Graduates join many types of companies (startups, multinationals, consulting firms specialising in strategy, organisation or management) in all different industries.
Examples of positions
This programme opens up a range of employment opportunities in various business, associative or locally-based activities:
- MSc Digital Strategy and Innovation: €15,500
Tuition fees include the membership fee for EM Normandie Alumni Association, which gives you access to all services and a life membership. - €50 charged to candidates in order to study their profile
- The contribution to CVEC (Contribution Vie Etudiante et de Campus), amounting to €105, by connecting to the dedicated plaftorm.
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Fundings
Various options are offered to students to fund their studies:
- Grants: Campus France
- Country of origin scholarships for international students
- Paid student jobs offered by the School’s Junior Enterprise and Jobs Services
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International payment methods
We are a partner of the Flywire platform
This online tool facilitates the procedures of international students by offering the following services:
- Online tracking of transfers
- Payment in the national currency, which reduces costs
- Choice of many payment methods
Master of Science tuition fees
Tuition Fees for 2026-2027
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