Big Data and Artificial Intelligence for Business

At ESSEC Business School, the application deadline for the Mar 2027 intake is Mar 15, 2027.

The Big Data and Artificial Intelligence for Business program is a 6-week non-degree course for international students at ESSEC Business School in France. It's taught in English and open to students with a high school diploma or higher. This program helps you turn big data and AI into career opportunities.

The curriculum covers big data, AI, the Internet of Things, blockchain, and more. You'll learn from ESSEC professors and get a solid foundation in these technologies. The program also covers GDPR and quantum computing, giving you a broad understanding of the field.

After completing this program, you can pursue careers like Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Developer, or AI Engineer. You can work in industries like finance, healthcare, or technology, and for employers like IBM, Microsoft, or Google. You'll have the skills to lead data-driven projects and contribute to digital transformation efforts.

ESSEC Business School is a well-established international institution known for rigorous business education and an entrepreneurial mindset. Offering programs from undergraduate to doctoral levels, ESSEC integrates academic depth with practical learning, leveraging partnerships with industry and a dual-campus model that spans France and Singapore. The school’s curriculum emphasizes leadership, innovation and global awareness to prepare students for complex business challenges.

Students benefit from a multicultural learning environment and strong corporate connections that open pathways to internships, consulting projects and international exchanges. ESSEC promotes ethical leadership and sustainability as integral parts of management education, blending case-based learning, experiential projects and research-led instruction. Small cohorts and engaged faculty foster peer collaboration and individualized career support.

Outside the classroom, ESSEC provides a vibrant student life with clubs, incubators and events that encourage entrepreneurship and cross-cultural collaboration. Graduates join a global alumni network and are positioned for careers across sectors, supported by career services and employer partnerships. For students seeking a demanding but supportive business education with a truly international outlook, ESSEC combines academic excellence, practical exposure and a strong global community.