Presentation
KEY POINTS
- Become and expert in Financial Performance
Master the necessary technical and soft skills to become an ethical and responsible partner of the different stakeholders of a compagny.
- A 4 week immersion
Discover another culture and have courses in a partner university either in Europe or in North America.
- Hands-on Learning
Apply your academic knowledge through a mandatory internship and acquire real-world industry experience.
- The core of strategic decision-making
Finance is the best ally and the necessary counter balance in strategic business decisions.
Program
The Master of Science in Financial & Business Performance offered by emlyon business school is accessible in two formats :
- 2-year program, for students with at least a 3-year Bachelor's degree
- 1-year program, for students with at least a 4-year Bachelor's degree
You envision to become as a CFO? The MSc in Financial & Business Performance will allow you to build the right career path to acquire the necessary technical and soft skills to become an ethical and responsible partner of the business. The MSc in Financial & Business Performance designed by emlyon business school is based on a strong belief that finance is the best ally and the necessary counter balance in strategic business decisions to ensure a sustainable development of the company.
The MSc in Financial & Business Performance is built on 3 pillars :
- Finance
- Strategy & Organization
- Technology & Data analytics
In this program you will acquire strong technical skills in these 3 fields in order to be able to collect, analyze and present business and financial data for the board to make strategic decisions and proper follow the impact of their decision.
You will also be trained to crucial soft skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, communication and team work in order to become a real partner of the business.
Year 1
October to March Lyon
Module 1: Financial environment
- Economics
- Financial accounting
- Strategic analysis
Module 2: Management and professional project
- Career modules
- Geopolitics & risks analysis
- International seminar
Module 3: Mathematics, IS and digital tools
- Fundamentals of mathematics
- Applied statistics
- Digital tools for Finance
Module 4: Introduction to specialization
- Operations and decisions
- Information Systems and RDBMS
- 2 projects to apply: 1 on data analysis and 1 on environment & strategy
April to August France or International
Optional professional experience
An optional internship (maximum 6 months) is possible during the first year of the MSc in Financial & Business Performance.
The professional experience is an excellent opportunity to put your academic knowledge to the test and gain.
Year 2
Optional Modules
August and september - Online
Depending on their previous background, students entering directly in year 2 will be recommended 3 to 5 courses to follow online in August and partially on the campus (face-to-face) from mid-september
- Economics,
- Fundamentals of Mathematics,
- Financial Accounting
- Strategic analysis
- Corporate finance principales
- Porfolio Management
- Advanced fixed income
October to April Lyon
Module 1: Coporate Finance
- Corporate Finance principles
- Advanced and tax accounting including ESG reporting
- Budgeting process and treasury
- Cost controlling and profitability analysis
- Corporate valuation
- Financing strategies including ESG
- Forecasting methods
Module 2: Strategy and communication
- Financial communication
- Risk management
- ESG and climate change
- Fundamentals of negotiation techniques
- CSR e-summer school
Module 3: Technology & organization
- Financial modelling
- Corporate organization and optimization
- BI & Data vizualisation
Module 4: Management and professional project
- Management and team building
- Career modules
- Corporate Finance global case
- Methodology research
Study Trip
This is an opportunity for you to discover another culture and have courses in a prestigious university outside of France. You will be confronted to a new international business environment where you will complete your technological acculturation.
A minimum 4 week immersion in a partner university either in Europe or in North America.
Professional mission
The mandatory internship (minimum 4 months) or professional experience (fixed term, full-time job...) is a great opportunity to put your academic knowledge to the test and acquire tangible experience within the industry.
Master dissertation
The master dissertation is an analytical work on a topic related to the industry and to the professional experience gained during your internship. This is a great opportunity for you to research a subject which is not only of particular interest, but which has the potential to contribute powerfully related to your experience personal and professional development.
Assessment methods
Assessment methods may include case studies, presentations, mock exercises, tests, etc.
CGE Accreditation: a mark of excellence
The Master of Science programs at emlyon business school are accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), a prestigious French association that recognizes academic excellence, rigorous admissions standards, and strong professional integration. This label guarantees that the MSc programs meet the highest national and international standards, offering students a high-quality education that is both academically rigorous and closely aligned with the expectations of the global job market. Being CGE-accredited also enhances the value of the degree, providing graduates with strong recognition among employers and institutions worldwide.
Career
Joining the Master of Science in Financial & Business Performance at emlyon business school offers comprehensive support to build a successful career in corporate finance. This program will give you the means, methods and tools to work in corporate finance, either in the financial department of compagny or as an adivsor.
Jobs after the MSc in Financial & Business Performance
- Auditor
- Financial controller
- Treasurer
- ESG controller
- Financial analyst for business
- Consultant in performance management
- Consultant in organization
About our Career Center
The Career Center provides continual support in identifying career goals and developing action plans. For more information, visit the Career Center page by clicking here.
Main recruiters
- Large corporations
- SMEs and mid-sized enterprises
Consulting firm
Alumni network
As a future graduate, you will hold lifelong membership of emlyon business school alumni network, a network of near to 48,000 alumni covering more than 130 countries.
You will benefit from all services it offers, including the online assessment modules. Its members will help you further develop your career regardless of which stage you are at, by providing you with career development information, exchange business information with you and share their experience for you to build on.
Learn more about the alumni network by visiting the dedicated page here.
Admission
Are you eligible ?
Students holding at minimum one of the following degrees can apply to the MSc in Financial & Business Performance:
✔️ Admission in Year 1: 3-year Bachelor's degree
✔️ Admission in Year 2: 4-year Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree
You can apply while being enrolled in the last year of the degree that makes you eligible for this program.
For a direct entry in Year 2, depending on the student background, a preparatory on-line module may be required before starting the courses on the campus in September.
Admission Process
Next intake in September 2026
Start your application online or go to your applicant dashboard to complete your application file to join this MSc.
Applications open from October to July, 2026 (subject to availability).
Application deadline: emlyon business school may close applications earlier than July 2026, if all the seats in the class are filled, as it happens every year for many of our Master programs. Consequently, we do advise students to apply as early as possible to ensure they secure a seat in the program and maximize their chances!
Mandatory documents - all the documents provided need to be in English or French (except passport and identity card):
- A resume
- A copy of an official valid identity card or passport
- A certified copy of your most recent academic degree
- A proof of enrolment statement for applicants currently enrolled in higher education
- A certified copy of your transcripts from the first year of your undergraduate education until now
Optional documents:
- An official management aptitude test score: GMAT, GMAT online, GRE, TAGE MAGE, CAT
- An English proficiency test: TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge
- Recommendation letters
We kindly remind you that:
- GMAT and GRE tests are valid for 5 years
- TAGE MAGE tests are valid for 2 years
- CAT tests are valid for 1 year
- English tests are valid for 2 years
Expected english level
A good level of English is paramount to succeed in the program. We recommend that students apply only if they have a level of English equivalent to the C1 level.
C1 corresponds to a level of experienced user (autonomous level). This means that you can understand long, demanding texts and grasp implicit meanings. Express yourself spontaneously and fluently without much searching for words.
Application fee
The application fee for the 2026 intake is set at €120, payable directly by credit card through the online application system.
- Studends with a French CROUS grant are exempted from paying the application fee if they provide the final notice of allocation of this grant for the current academic year.
- High Level Athletes are also exempted from paying the application fee if they provide a sport resume validated by the director of the Sports department at emlyon business school. If this is your case, please contact Mr Mickaël ROMEZY: romezy@em-lyon.com.
emlyon business school uses a selection process which is in line with today's digital landscape and the practices of major international companies in their search for new talents.
Once your online application file is completed, you will be asked to go through the digital tests. Some key information:
- 1:30 hours long test
- To be done on a computer with a working webcam and a stable wifi connection
- Test includes cognitive exercices, motivation questions and professional role-play in a company setting
- Take the test alone in a quiet environment
- Test can only be taken once
The admissions board will review your application and your digital tests. You will receive an email as soon as possible to inform you that your results are available on your makersboard.
To complete your enrollment and secure your place in the program, you will have 10 calendar days after your admission results to sign the enrollment form on your makersboard and pay the non-refundable tuition deposit of €4,500.
Financing
Tuition fees
2-year course (entry in Y1): €38,500
The financing of tuition fees over two years breaks down as follows:
- Year 1 (Y1): €13,750
- Year 2 (Y2): €24,750
The tuition fees indicated above are valid for 2026-2027 academic year.
✔️ All indicated fees include:
- Tuition
- Enrollment fees
- Career Center services during your program and for 3 years after graduation
- Several hours of individual career coaching during your program
- Lifelong membership of emlyon business school alumni network
❌ Tuition fees do not include:
- Additional fees not payable to the institution, such as CVEC, student social security, sports club enrollment fees, the purchase of personal computer hardware or software, or the purchase of books other than course materials
- Optional courses or certifications
- Accommodation and travel expenses related to the program or work placement
How to finance your program?
emlyon business school helps students finance their MSc in Finance & Business Performance by offering financial aid like scholarships up to 50%.
- Individual Scholarship
Open to all admitted candidates, regardless of their financial background. This scholarship considers a combination of factors such as academic excellence, diversity, and motivation. Applicants must submit the scholarship request form as part of their application file.
- Excellence Scholarship
Merit-based awarded for strong academic profiles:
10% scholarship for GMAT 700+ / GMAT Focus 645+ / GRE or Tage Mage equivalent
5% scholarship for GMAT 650+ / GMAT Focus 595+ / GRE or Tage Mage equivalent
Test scores can be submitted after admission, within a set deadline.
- Early Bird Scholarship
A 10% tuition reduction for candidates who apply during the first application session.
To find out more about the specifics of our scholarship policy and how to benefit from it, we invite you to contact your program advisor. To download the Scholarship Policy information, create or log onto your emlyon business school account.
emlyon business school and its partners are committed to investing in tomorrow's entrepreneurial leaders by helping qualified students to further their education:
Campus France: discover some scholarship options available depending on your country of residence and your eligibility here.
Banking Partners: You may obtain a bank loan through emlyon business school financial partners only if you have a fiscal warrantor in France. If not, we advise you to obtain a loan in your country of origin before your arrival.
Prodigy Finance loan opportunity: Applicants for the MSc in Luxury Management & Marketing are eligible to apply for a student loan with Prodigy Finance. Learn more on how to apply for a Prodigy Finance loan by clicking here (please scroll down the page to read about the benefits and conditions). This opportunity is opened to Non-French students only.
Please note:
Master of Science programs at emlyon business school aren't eligible for either the CROUS scholarships or the following financing schemes: FAFSA, FONGECIF, DIF, CPF or other funding from Pôle Emploi. For further information regarding potential French state scholarships, we recommend you to contact your region or your department, as some of them have specific scholarships available for students going to another department in France to study.
Student life
The Lyon Campus
Our campus in Lyon’s 7th arrondissement offers 30,000 m² of modern learning space, including areas for collaboration and student life. At the heart of the city’s academic and business scene, it fosters innovation, networking, and hybrid learning.
Student Life in Lyon
France’s second-largest student city, Lyon offers the perfect balance of academic, cultural, and social life. Whether you're exploring its historic districts or enjoying its famous cuisine, you’ll find Lyon both enriching and accessible.
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Discover the charm of Old Lyon, the scenic views from Fourvière Hill, and the lively riversides of the Rhône and Saône.
- The Capital of Gastronomy
From Michelin-starred restaurants to traditional bouchons, Lyon is a paradise for food lovers.
- A Student-Friendly City
With affordable living, excellent public transportation, and a welcoming international student community, Lyon is made for students. Plus, it’s easy to reach Paris, the Alps, the Côte d’Azur, and other European cities within hours.
Meet us during dedicated events
emlyon's Program Advisors are hitting the road to connect with you and discuss your career aspirations. Don't miss the opportunity to meet them at international student fairs for guidance in shaping your future career. You can also stay tuned for information about our campus open days!
Contact our student ambassadors
Want to find out more about student life, program content, campus life or the emlyon business school experience? Connect with our student ambassadors to get a first glimpse of what awaits you. You can ask them all your questions via our dedicated platform.
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