A groundbreaking program for engineers with a business vision
- ESSCA, in partnership with IBM and Dassault Systèmes, is responding to the growing demand for hybrid profiles in the industrial sector.
- The program offers an intensive combination of management training and technological specialization for engineers.
- Located in Lyon, it provides access to a top-tier industrial ecosystem and awards a double degree recognized internationally.
ESSCA School of Management is launching the new MIM & Business Engineering program, designed in close collaboration with IBM and Dassault Systèmes. This graduate program addresses the increasing need for engineers with advanced management and leadership skills, enabling them to navigate complex industrial environments and lead digital transformation processes.
With this initiative, ESSCA reaffirms its commitment to training highly qualified professionals and adapting its educational offerings to current challenges in industry and digitalization.
An intensive training for hybrid talents
The program is aimed at graduates in engineering and other scientific disciplines (equivalent to 180 ECTS credits), both French and international, who aspire to develop a career in global industrial and technological environments.
The MIM & Business Engineering program spans 12 months, combining theoretical training with practical experiences in leading sector companies.
Program structure
- Academic training
- 12 months of classes in English with a comprehensive focus on management, strategy, and leadership, tailored to current industrial and technological challenges.
- Development of skills in project management, decision-making, communication, and organization.
- Consolidation of knowledge on digital transformation and engineering management.
- Practical experience in companies
- A minimum internship period of 4 months with partner companies, facilitating the direct application of acquired knowledge.
This program prepares graduates for strategic roles such as:
- Industrial project manager
- Business analyst
- Innovation manager
A program designed with industry leaders
The close collaboration with Dassault Systèmes and IBM has enabled the development of a training content aligned with the current challenges in the sector.
- Dassault Systèmes will provide experts, use cases, and facilitate internship opportunities.
- IBM will contribute through its SkillsBuild program, offering free training in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Sustainable Development, with recognized digital certifications in the job market.
Philippe Besse, General Manager of EUROWEST at Dassault Systèmes, emphasizes:
“We support this program because we believe that innovation arises from the fusion of science and management. It is about training leaders who can understand technical issues and at the same time master the fundamentals of management.”
On his part, Armelle Baumard, CSR Leader for Academia at IBM France, underscores:
“This collaboration reflects IBM’s commitment to education and access to digital technologies for all. Our goal is to train 30 million people worldwide by 2030, and this program with ESSCA is an excellent opportunity to achieve that.”
Lyon: An industrial environment with international projection
The ESSCA campus in Lyon has been selected as the program’s location due to its strategic position within one of Europe’s leading industrial and technological centers. Just 5 hours from the Spanish border, Lyon offers multiple professional opportunities in key sectors such as:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- New technologies
- Energy
Double diploma with international recognition
Upon completion of the program, graduates will receive two diplomas:
- MSc in Business Engineering
- Master in Management ESSCA (Grande École), with international accreditations AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA.
Thanks to these certifications, the program ranks among the most prestigious in the world in the field of Management and Business Engineering.
About ESSCA School of Management
With over 114 years of history, ESSCA is a leading institution in higher education recognized internationally. Its educational model combines innovation, inclusion, and academic excellence, training responsible leaders who drive transformation in companies.
A global network of over 20,000 alumni and 7,000 students across campuses in France, Hungary, China, Spain, and Luxembourg.
A member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles.
Triple international accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA), achieved by only 1% of business schools worldwide.
Featured in prestigious rankings, such as the Financial Times, where it ranks 54th among the top 100 Master’s in Management programs globally (2023).