What are the admission requirements for the MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation?
Joining the MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at EDC Paris Business School requires applicants to meet several criteria: an appropriate academic background, a clear motivation to pursue careers in innovation and business creation, and a carefully prepared application. Here are the key selection criteria to be aware of before submitting your application.
Academic requirements for the MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The programme offers two entry points. Entry into the first year is open to applicants holding a Bachelor's degree (Bac+3), a Bachelor's degree in Management or an equivalent qualification. Direct entry into the second year is possible for candidates holding a four-year higher education qualification (Bac+4) who wish to quickly obtain a Level 7 specialisation.
Previous studies in fields such as management, business, economics, marketing or engineering are particularly well aligned with the programme. These backgrounds provide the analytical and managerial foundations that make it easier to engage with the programme's content. Applicants from other academic disciplines may also apply, provided they can demonstrate a genuine interest in value creation and innovation.
Required skills and professional experience
The skills expected at entry are not exclusively academic. Experience in project management (including within a student organisation or academic setting), an internship at a startup, participation in an innovation competition or experience in an entrepreneurial environment can all be valuable assets when an application is assessed.
These experiences demonstrate early exposure to real-world challenges and strengthen the credibility of the career plans presented during the interview. Candidates without direct experience in entrepreneurship can compensate with a strong personal statement that clearly explains their plans and demonstrates the coherence between their background and the objectives of the programme.
Documents required to apply for the MSc
The application form is provided by the EDC Paris Business School admissions team. Applicants should prepare the documents required to assess their academic background, motivation and entrepreneurial potential:
* An up-to-date CV highlighting academic, professional and personal experience;
* A personal statement outlining career plans and motivation for the specialisation;
* A valid identity document;
* Academic transcripts from the last two years and copies of qualifications obtained;
* Proof of language proficiency, where applicable;
* Any additional documents considered relevant, such as a reference letter, internship certificate or presentation of a personal entrepreneurial project.
The admissions team supports each applicant throughout the application process and provides details of any specific requirements depending on the applicant's profile and intended year of entry.
Additional criteria used to assess applications
Beyond the formal application documents, several additional criteria influence the assessment of applications. The clarity and consistency of the entrepreneurial project presented is one of the most important differentiating factors: applicants who can clearly explain what they want to create or transform, why they want to do it and how they plan to achieve it stand out significantly from those whose plans remain vague.
Motivation is assessed during a 30-minute interview with an admissions advisor, focusing on the consistency of the applicant's background, their personal perspective on innovation and their ability to explain and defend their choices. Language skills are also taken into consideration, as some modules are taught in English. Achievements in competitions, hackathons or entrepreneurial challenges can provide further distinguishing factors.
Why is this MSc a strategic choice for your professional future?
The benefits of the MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at EDC Paris go beyond the programme itself. Students gain access to the EDCUBE incubator, a network of more than 18,500 alumni, including 5,000 business owners across 71 countries, and an ecosystem of corporate partners active across a wide range of sectors. These resources provide tangible opportunities to accelerate the development of any entrepreneurial project.
Academically, the qualification is registered with the RNCP (Level 7), ensuring recognition among French employers and international clarity regarding the qualification. The programme prepares students for careers in business creation, innovation management and leadership within organisations with significant transformation potential — fields where demand for well-trained professionals consistently exceeds the supply of qualified talent.
The MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at EDC Paris Business School is designed for ambitious, curious and committed candidates with a project focused on business creation or transformation. To submit your application, request your application pack or find out more about the admissions process, download the programme brochure or contact the EDC Paris Business School admissions team directly.