What is a Master’s in Business Engineering at ESCE?
The work-study Master’s in Business Engineering is a specialization within the Grande École Program that trains professionals to develop business activities and manage complex sales in a B2B environment.
At the intersection of sales, consulting, and project management, the business engineer analyzes client needs, develops tailored solutions, and oversees their implementation to directly contribute to the company’s growth.
- 🌍 SCHEDULE: Work-study program—1 week at school and 3 weeks at a company (tuition-free)
- 📍 CAMPUSES: Paris & Lyon
- 🌐 LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: 100% French
- 🎓 DEGREE: Master’s degree, recognized by the government

Objectives
The goal of this specialization is to train professionals who are able to:
- Develop a business strategy by analyzing markets, trends, and growth opportunities.
- Drive sales performance by setting goals, tracking KPIs, and optimizing resources.
- Master negotiation and customer relations to build lasting partnerships and secure successful agreements.
- Manage complex sales and large-scale projects by coordinating with various stakeholders and proposing solutions tailored to companies’ needs.
- Develop new business opportunities and contribute directly to the company’s growth and revenue.
Key Skills
ESCE’s Master’s in Business Engineering enables students to develop the strategic and operational skills essential for careers in sales and project management. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Conduct an assessment and develop an action plan to identify business challenges and propose appropriate solutions.
- Plan and define a strategy to optimize sales efforts and meet the company’s objectives.
- Manage and steer change, ensuring that teams and processes adapt quickly and effectively.
- Know how to manage a multicultural team, taking cultural differences into account to maximize collective performance.
- Master project management methods and tools to organize, plan, and monitor the progress of complex projects.
- Define and implement a business strategy to achieve growth and profitability goals.
- Develop customized proposals and manage requests for proposals, ensuring the quality of the response and the relevance of the proposals.
- Prospect and develop new international markets to identify new business opportunities worldwide.
- Manage and foster business relationships by ensuring optimal customer management and strengthening customer loyalty.
Subjects Taught
The Master’s in Business Engineering offers a comprehensive and practical program focused on subjects essential for success in the business world. Students explore key topics such as:
- Business strategy to define and implement effective action plans to achieve the company’s objectives.
- Business development and market research to identify and capture new markets.
- CRM (Customer Relationship Management) to manage and optimize customer relationships.
- Business Development & Growth Hacking to adopt innovative and agile techniques aimed at driving rapid growth.
- Customer Loyalty to develop strategies aimed at strengthening customer loyalty and maximizing long-term value.
- Sales Team Management: to lead sales teams and ensure their performance.
- Oral Communication Techniques to develop clear and effective communication skills in a professional setting.
- Complex Negotiations: Master advanced negotiation techniques and reach strategic agreements.

An Innovative and Career-Oriented Approach to Education
ESCE’s Master’s in Business Engineering offers a curriculum focused on hands-on learning and input from professionals. Students participate in Business Games and Nego Games—realistic simulations that develop skills in decision-making and complex negotiation.
Professional speakers from major companies share their expertise and experience, offering students practical insights into market challenges. This interaction allows students to apply their theoretical knowledge to real-world professional situations.
This approach enables students to effectively prepare for the challenges of the job market and develop skills that are directly applicable to their future careers.
What are the career opportunities for graduates of the master’s program in Business Engineering?
The Business Engineering specialization in ESCE’s Grande École Program opens the door to a wide range of strategic and commercial careers across various sectors. Graduates are trained to take on key roles that combine technical expertise, customer relations, and leadership. Here are a few examples of career opportunities:
Sales Representative
Prospect new customers, maintain relationships with existing customers, and make direct sales
- The sales representative is often the first level in the sales hierarchy. However, he or she plays a key role in a company’s growth.
Account Manager
Manage relationships with strategic client accounts.
- This involves understanding customer needs, building long-term relationships, maximizing the value of customer accounts, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Business Developer
Identify new business opportunities and develop new markets.
- The Business Developer’s primary mission is to grow the company by attracting new clients and partners.
Business Engineer – KAM (Key Account Manager) / SAM (Strategic Account Manager)
Manage relationships with strategic client accounts.
- This often involves managing major clients, gaining a deep understanding of their needs, negotiating contracts, and maximizing revenue from these accounts.
Sales Manager
Oversee and coordinate the sales team’s activities.
- This refers to setting sales goals, training the team, managing performance, and implementing strategies to achieve business objectives.
Business Unit Director
Oversee all activities of a business unit within the company.
- This generally involves managing business operations, strategic development, and responsibility for the unit’s financial results.
Sales Director
Oversee all of the company’s business activities.
- This may include strategic planning, managing sales teams, negotiating major contracts, and being responsible for overall sales performance.

A recognized program focused on business engineering
ESCE’s Master’s in Business Engineering leads to a Master’s degree and prepares students for careers in business development, complex sales, and consulting. The program develops the strategic and operational expertise sought after in a variety of sectors, including technology, consulting, finance, and industry.
Thanks to personalized support and an extensive professional network, graduates can join companies such as Capgemini, Accenture, Sopra Steria, or Deloitte and advance to roles with significant commercial and strategic responsibility.

Work-Study Programs at the Heart of Professional Development
This master’s program is a work-study program, with students spending one week at school and three weeks at a company. Students directly apply their skills in business strategy, negotiation, project management, and business development, while gaining solid professional experience.
ESCE supports each student in their job search through its Corporate Relations department, offering personalized guidance, work-study opportunities on Match’UP, coaching workshops, and job fairs. With 10,000 partner companies, students benefit from a strong network to find their host company and prepare for their transition into the workforce.
75% of ESCE apprentices receive a job offer before the end of their program.
How do I apply to the “Grande École” program?
ESCE offers several admission options depending on the entry level for the Grande École Program. Here are the different options:
- First Year: Admission is through Parcoursup and the SESAME entrance exam, a joint exam for several leading business schools. After creating your application on Parcoursup, you must select ESCE among your choices and register for the SESAME entrance exam. This exam assesses your skills through written tests (online) and an oral exam (in person at one of our campuses). Admission is open to students who have completed high school, provided they have earned a high school diploma or an equivalent degree.
- 2nd year: Admission is based on an application and a motivational interview. Applicants must submit an application package including their transcripts and a resume, followed by a motivational interview designed to assess their interest in the program and their career goals.
- 3rd and 4th years: You have the option to enroll at ESCE in the 3rd or 4th year through an internal admissions exam. Admission takes place through specific sessions offered from November to September, featuring online written exams and an in-person oral exam at one of our campuses.
Forinternational students, there is a specific admission process; detailed information is available on our website.
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