The Master’s in Financial Markets
The Master’s in Financial Markets is a specialization within the Master in Management that trains professionals to understand and analyze financial markets, while developing the skills needed to make decisions in an international financial environment.
The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications in the areas of financial markets, corporate financing mechanisms, and financial operations management. Students also have the opportunity to prepare for the AMF certification, which is a real asset for entering the finance industry.
- 🌍 TEMPO:Classical
- 📍 CAMPUS: Paris
- 🌐 LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: 100% English
- 🎓 DEGREE: Master’s degree, recognized by the government
Objectives
This specialization in financial markets is structured around five key areas:
- Invest in and trade funds across various markets and financial instruments.
- Assess the profitability and risks associated with financial assets.
- Implement hedging strategies to manage risks.
- Evaluating a company and understanding mergers and acquisitions.
- Build and manage portfolios of risky and risk-free assets.
Key Skills
- Summarize how financial markets work
- Investment Decision-Making: Bonds, Stocks, and Derivatives
- Calculate the beta of an asset and a portfolio
- A Fundamental Approach to Portfolio Management
- Determining an Investor’s Financial Strategy
- Operational Impact of Mergers and Acquisitions
- Evaluating Investments Using Real Options
- Understanding How the Banking System and Monetary Policy Work
- Identify Banking Risks and Vulnerabilities
Subjects Taught
- Financial Markets
- Bank
- Methodology for Financial Markets
- Funding Decisions
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Risk Management
- Applied Portfolio Management
- Financial and ESG Reporting
- Methodological Guide for the Master’s Thesis
An Enriching International Experience
The Master’s in Corporate Finance offers a truly international experience through academic exchange opportunities. In their fourth year, students can choose to participate in a university exchange program for one semester at one of190 partner universities around the world. This experience helps them develop a deep understanding of international markets and diverse business cultures.
For those who wish to take their studies further, it is also possible to earn a dual degree during a full academic year at a partner university in France or abroad. This program allows students to broaden their skill set and strengthen their international profile, a major asset in the job market.
An immersive educational approach closely aligned with financial practices
Develop your financial skills through case studies, data analysis, and exercises based on real-world professional challenges. The training program makes extensive use of the Bloomberg Terminal room, which allows you to become familiar with the tools and practices used in the financial markets.
Students can also earn recognized professional certifications, including the AMF certification and the Bloomberg certification. The program also develops the fundamentals and analytical skills required for the leading international certifications in finance and investment management.
What are the career opportunities for graduates of the Master’s in Financial Markets program?
The Master’s in Financial Markets paves the way for numerous career opportunities in financial markets, banks, asset management firms, and financial institutions, both in France and internationally. Through a curriculum that combines theory and practice, graduates develop the skills needed to advance in roles such as analysis, risk management, investment, or portfolio management. Potential career paths include:
Trader / Broker
Buy and sell financial assets (stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities, etc.) on the financial markets.
- Traders and brokers try to make a profit by taking advantage of price fluctuations.
Middle-Office/Back-OfficeManager
Oversee activities related to the middle office and/or back office.
- The Middle-Office/Back-Office Manager has a wide range of responsibilities, including: managing trading operations, verifying transactions, managing operational risks, and coordinating with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of post-trade activities.
Financial Planner
Work with clients to develop personalized financial plans.
- Financial planners assess clients’ current financial situations, set financial goals, propose investment strategies, plan for retirement, and provide advice on how to achieve those financial goals. They take into account factors such as debt management, insurance, and tax planning.
Analyst/Controller
Analyze and monitor the financial aspects of a business.
- Control analysts review financial data, identify trends, perform profitability analyses, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Account Manager
Manage the company’s customer relationships.
- This involves understanding customer needs, ensuring customer satisfaction, developing new business opportunities, and maximizing the value of customer accounts.
Financial Analyst
Analyze the company’s financial data to provide information that supports decision-making
- This may include preparing financial reports, evaluating past and current performance, financial modeling, and recommending strategies for improvement.
Portfolio Manager / Wealth Manager
Manage clients’ investment portfolios or financial assets.
- This involves making investment decisions, diversifying the portfolio, managing risk, and communicating with clients to help them achieve their financial goals and maximize returns.
A recognized educational program focused on careers in the financial markets
ESCE’s Master’s in Financial Markets leads to a Master’s degree and prepares students for careers in the financial markets in an international setting. The program combines financial analysis, risk management, investment, and strategy to train professionals capable of analyzing markets and making informed financial decisions.
Graduates can pursue careers in banks, asset management firms, financial institutions, or consulting firms, in roles such as financial analyst, portfolio manager, trader, risk analyst, or investment specialist.
Professional experience at the heart of the program
In your fifth year, put your skills into practice through a 6-month internship in France or abroad. ESCE supports you in your search through its network of 10,000 partner companies, which offer numerous internship and job opportunities.
Through the Corporate Relations service, you’ll also receive personalized support, targeted opportunities, workshops, and job fairs to help you enter the workforce.
TESTIMONIAL
“The Master’s in Financial Markets introduces us to the world of investing and banking and helps us understand how they work. The Financial Derivatives course develops our analytical and methodological skills, as well as our skills in performance management and reporting, so that we can be operational and develop a detailed innovation plan.”
Steve Nandogongar,5th-year student majoring in Financial Markets
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 as one of 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 through 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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