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
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
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
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.