Master Year 2 Organization, Strategy and Information Systems
| Year | Master Year 2 |
| Program | Organization, Strategy and Information Systems |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | English and French - possible to follow the program entirely in English with some restrictions on the courses available |
| Orientation | Research and Industry |
| Location | University Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne, ENSTA Paris |
| Course duration | 12 months, full time |
| Course start | September |
| Degree awarded | Master’s degree |
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
Asset n° 1
Prepare for a career in consulting
Asset n°2
Combine strong theoretical knowledge and practical experience
Asset n°3
Benefit from the emulation resulting from the diverse backgrounds of fellow students
The COSI Master 2 aims to train young consultants (representing more than 90% of the positions held on graduation) and senior managers (remaining 10%) in Organization, Strategy and Information Systems.
The program brings together final-year students from engineering and business schools with graduates and high-potential university students (mostly economists) from M1 to train tomorrow’s consultants. This mix of scientific, academic and business backgrounds - combined with a broad international outlook - is appreciated by students and HR departments alike.
Objectives
This program allows students to:
- Develop problem-solving capacities and the ability to use analytical tools for decision-making
- Acquire theoretical concepts and tools, and apply them in real-life cases
- Increase their analytical skills through methodology courses and writing a Master’s thesis
- Develop behavioral and interpersonal skills through an internship at a consulting firm
Graduates will be equipped to pursue careers as:
- Consultants in “Top 10” international consulting firms
- Consultants or executives in large firms and international institutions
- Entrepreneurs
Semester 1
|
Principes et méthodes des stratégies d'entreprises |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Management et décisions économiques (Simulation) |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Conseil et innovation: : méthodologies et pratiques (1) |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Gouvernement et croissance des entreprises multinationales |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Principes économiques de stratégie |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie contemporaine et politique économique |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
Students must choose from the following lists:
UE2 "International Economics": 1 course
|
Techniques quantitatives appliquées à l’économie internationale |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
International trade |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Export and Compliance |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
UE3 "Expertise en systèmes d'information": 2 courses
|
UE3 - Digital transformation |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
UE3 - Systèmes d'information |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
UE3 - Assistance à Maîtrise d'Ouvrage |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
UE4 "Enseignements de méthodes": 1 course
|
UE4 - Pratique de l'économétrie |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
UE4 - Analyse de données relationnelles |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
Semester 2
|
Management de l'innovation |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie des industries de réseaux |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie et géographie de l'innovation |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Ateliers de professionnalisation - Études de cas |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie numérique |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Management de projet et conduite du changement |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Droit commercial |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
Students must choose between:
- the end-of-study internship (4 to 6 months) and the internship defense (for those who intend to become consultants). The internship starts at the end of the courses in May - 10 ECTS
- the realization of a research thesis or "Master thesis" (for those who opt for a research career) - 10 ECTS
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of the first year of a Master in Innovation, Industry and Society Economics, Management, Political Science or Engineering/Science with a background in economics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- As careers in consulting are very demanding in terms of involvement and personal investment, students must be extremely hardworking and motivated – key qualities include humility, confidence, analytical skills, creativity, curiosity, entrepreneurship, agility and pragmatism
Language prerequisites
- English
- French
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Fees for 2023-2024 are :
- EU/EEA/Switzerland students: 243€
- Non-EU/EEA/Switzerland students: 4130€
- Engineer students enrolled in one of the five member schools of Institut Polytechnique de Paris (Ecole polytechnique, ENSTA Paris, ENSAE Paris, Télécom Paris and Télécom SudParis): 159€
- Special cases: please refer to the "Cost of studies" section of the FAQs
Find out more about scholarships
Applications and admission dates
Coordinator
Program office
General enquiries
The COSI Master 2 aims to train young consultants (representing more than 90% of the positions held on graduation) and senior managers (remaining 10%) in Organization, Strategy and Information Systems.
The program brings together final-year students from engineering and business schools with graduates and high-potential university students (mostly economists) from M1 to train tomorrow’s consultants. This mix of scientific, academic and business backgrounds - combined with a broad international outlook - is appreciated by students and HR departments alike.
Objectives
This program allows students to:
- Develop problem-solving capacities and the ability to use analytical tools for decision-making
- Acquire theoretical concepts and tools, and apply them in real-life cases
- Increase their analytical skills through methodology courses and writing a Master’s thesis
- Develop behavioral and interpersonal skills through an internship at a consulting firm
Graduates will be equipped to pursue careers as:
- Consultants in “Top 10” international consulting firms
- Consultants or executives in large firms and international institutions
- Entrepreneurs
Semester 1
|
Principes et méthodes des stratégies d'entreprises |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Management et décisions économiques (Simulation) |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Conseil et innovation: : méthodologies et pratiques (1) |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Gouvernement et croissance des entreprises multinationales |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Principes économiques de stratégie |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie contemporaine et politique économique |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
Students must choose from the following lists:
UE2 "International Economics": 1 course
|
Techniques quantitatives appliquées à l’économie internationale |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
International trade |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Export and Compliance |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
UE3 "Expertise en systèmes d'information": 2 courses
|
UE3 - Digital transformation |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
UE3 - Systèmes d'information |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
UE3 - Assistance à Maîtrise d'Ouvrage |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
UE4 "Enseignements de méthodes": 1 course
|
UE4 - Pratique de l'économétrie |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
UE4 - Analyse de données relationnelles |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
Semester 2
|
Management de l'innovation |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie des industries de réseaux |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie et géographie de l'innovation |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Ateliers de professionnalisation - Études de cas |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Economie numérique |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Management de projet et conduite du changement |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
|
Droit commercial |
18h 3 ECTS Français |
Students must choose between:
- the end-of-study internship (4 to 6 months) and the internship defense (for those who intend to become consultants). The internship starts at the end of the courses in May - 10 ECTS
- the realization of a research thesis or "Master thesis" (for those who opt for a research career) - 10 ECTS
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of the first year of a Master in Innovation, Industry and Society Economics, Management, Political Science or Engineering/Science with a background in economics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- As careers in consulting are very demanding in terms of involvement and personal investment, students must be extremely hardworking and motivated – key qualities include humility, confidence, analytical skills, creativity, curiosity, entrepreneurship, agility and pragmatism
Language prerequisites
- English
- French
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Fees for 2023-2024 are :
- EU/EEA/Switzerland students: 243€
- Non-EU/EEA/Switzerland students: 4130€
- Engineer students enrolled in one of the five member schools of Institut Polytechnique de Paris (Ecole polytechnique, ENSTA Paris, ENSAE Paris, Télécom Paris and Télécom SudParis): 159€
- Special cases: please refer to the "Cost of studies" section of the FAQs
Find out more about scholarships