Master of Science (MSc) Environmental, Social, Governance & Sustainable Finance
Post Bac+3/4
Presentation
The MSc Environmental, Social, Governance and Sustainable Finance trains students to become professionals capable of integrating environmental, social and governance issues into financial decision-making. Taught entirely in English, it combines sustainable finance and responsible investment with a highly practical approach based on the analysis and use of ESG criteria.
Developed with the support of experts in this field, the programme is based on real-life case studies, applied projects and regular presentations by professionals. Located on the Paris campus, close to major national and international headquarters, it offers an ideal ecosystem for developing your network and gaining access to a wide range of internship and job opportunities in sustainable finance and responsible investment.
Level
5-year degree
Campus
Paris
Language
English
Rythm
On-site
- Strengths and Advantages
- Programme
- Admission
- Career
- Tuition fees and funding
Programme highlights
- A programme combining sustainable finance and responsible investment, with a hands-on approach grounded in ESG criteria
- A programme developed with the support of industry experts
- Courses taught entirely in English
- An ideal location on the Paris campus, close to major national and international corporate headquarters
- Master’s level approved by France’s Ministry of Higher Education and Research
The programme prepares students to master sustainable finance and responsible investment by integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. They learn to analyse and evaluate real-world projects, such as renewable energy initiatives, green finance solutions, social impact ventures and corporate governance best practices. The programme combines strong academic foundations (advanced financial analysis, ESG regulations, FinTech, impact investing, risk management, etc.) with practical experience through real case studies, a trading competition, an internship… Supported by innovative teaching methods, personalised guidance and strategic partnerships with industry experts, this approach equips students with recognised, immediately applicable expertise and provides strong access to career opportunities in a rapidly evolving sector.
Charbel SALLOUM
Academic Director
Programme
- Corporate ESG and Data Analytics
- Advanced Financial Analysis
- ESG Regulations and Disclosures
- FinTech and Applied Sustainable Finance
- Impact Investing and Social Entrepreneurship
- International Finance
- Fixed Income, Derivatives and ESG
- Portfolio Management and Impact Investing
- Corporate Valuation, ESG Scoring and Integration
- ESG Risk Management
- Macroeconomic Analysis and Forecasting
- Technical and Fundamental Analysis
- Challenge: Trading Competition
- Career & Job Search Tools
- French as a Foreign Language (optional)
- Research Methods
- Professional Thesis
- Internship
- Trading Competition
- Internship: 4 to 6 months
- Professional thesis
- Understand ESG issues and their influence on modern financial models.
- Develop advanced analytical skills to assess organisations’ financial and non financial performance.
- Master the tools and regulatory frameworks of sustainable finance and responsible investment.
- Design and manage financial strategies that integrate sustainability, social impact and economic performance.
- Prepare for key careers in sustainable and responsible finance, both in France and internationally.
Personal and Professional Branding
Professional experience
Programme Objectives
Admission
- 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
More information about the MSc 2-year Programme : MSc 2-year Programme.
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.
- ESG Analyst
- Sustainable Finance Product Manager
- Climate Finance Analyst
- Renewable Energy Finance Specialist
- Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)
- Head of ESG Strategy
- Impact Investment Analyst
- Green Bond Analyst
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
- Sustainable Investment Portfolio Manager
- Responsible Investment Advisor
- Sustainability Reporting Manager
- Financial Analyst - Sustainability Integration
- ESG Risk Manager
- Green Finance Consultant
- Social Impact Investment Officer
- Environmental Finance Consultant
- Impact Fund Manager
Job examples
- Tuition fees: €15,500 (single fee: French and international students, employees, self-employed, jobseekers)
The cost of the course includes the EM Normandie Alumni Association entrance fee, which gives access to all the Association's services and lifetime membership.
- Application fees: applicants will be asked to pay €50 to have their application reviewed.
- The Student and Campus Life Contribution (CVEC), for an amount of €105, by logging on to the dedicated platform.
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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
Tuition fees for the year 2026-2027:
In addition:
Fees for students enrolling for the first time in 2026.
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