The Masters in Management or MiM which has its origins in the European Subcontinent has not spread all over the world and finds its place in most of the top business schools around the globe. The duration of a typical MiM program is anywhere between 10 months to 2 years and it provides applicants with a selection of courses that are tailor-made to strengthen your specific business bases. In recent times, owing to the comprehensive nature of the course, the number of applicants applying for a MiM degree has increased rapidly, especially due to the recent rise of the start-up culture in several industries.
The nature of the course is such that individuals having no management, marketing, or business background looking to switch their field of studies can also apply for the program without having to worry too much about not coming from a management background. Some of the top universities offering a MiM program with the highest Return on Investment are:
1. University of St. Gallen – MA in Strategy and International Management
MA in Strategy and International Management (SIM) from the University of St. Gallen started in 2004 has been ranked the number 1 MiM program by Financial Times consecutively for the last 8 years since 2011. The 18-month program is aimed at graduates with a degree in BA, Economics, or any related equivalent degree.
The program has a strong focus on academic research and practical knowledge. With an average class size of just 50, students are provided with ample opportunity to interact with their faculty. The faculty consists of award-winning academic scholars and senior lecturers in the field of management supplemented with a number of industry and academic guest lecturers and executives as part of their faculty members.
According to MA in Strategy and International Management last year placement report,
-98% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $113,175
-Post MiM job sectors – 60% Consulting and 10% Financial Services.
2. HEC Paris – MSc in Management
HEC Paris Grande école Master in Management program has been always ranked #2 in the FT MiM rankings since 2014. The program duration is of 18-months with the option of taking a gap year after completing the 1st year of study, to allow for students to professional experience and understand the industry in which they want to pursue their career.
the Grande école Master in Management program is designed with the aim to allow a student the flexibility to tailor the course based on their career ambition via electives and 20 different specializations in streams like Finance, Strategy, Marketing, etc.
According to Grande école Masters in Management last years placement report,
-96% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $107,050
-Post MiM job sectors – 37% Consulting and 28% Financial Services.
3. ESSEC Business School – MSc. in Management
ESSEC Business School MSc in Management program has been ranked #3 in the latest Financial Times MiM rankings. The MSc in Management is an 18-month program which is known for its double degree partnership and strong apprenticeship program. Students in the program would study at the French campus for the first year and the Singapore campus for the second year, which is a great way to combine teachings from both Asia and Europe.
All students participating in the program have to spend 9 months abroad via an internship or through an academic partner. Students at ESSEC MIM have the opportunity to choose from over 105 international exchange university programs and 17 double degree partners. This provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn from the best schools in the world.
According to MSc in Management last year placement report,
-98.2% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $102,086
-Post MiM job sectors – 35% Consulting and 21% Financial Services.
4. London Business School (LBS)– Masters In Management
LBS Master in Management program has been ranked #4 in the latest Financial Times MiM rankings. The 12-month LBS MiM aimed at graduates with less than two years of work experience. The program primarily consists of 3 terms of academic study with a 4th term which consists of either a Summer internship, international exchange with partner schools or optional electives.
LBS also has around 70+ student-led clubs supported by alumni which help students to follow professional and personal passions. Via student clubs, conferences, summits, and forums students have an opportunity to network with the LBS MBA or MFin students who study in the same campus and utilize the LBS Alumni network to secure better career opportunities.
According to Master in Management last year placement report,
-96% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $96,848
-Post MiM job sectors – 45% Consulting and 26% Financial Services.
5. Rotterdam School of Management – MSc. in International Management
Rotterdam School of Management – MSc in International Management program has been ranked #5 in the latest Financial Times MiM rankings. The program aims to develop management graduates with a well-formed global mindset that would allow them to thrive in international careers, by gaining extensive knowledge of management especially of international companies, practical applications through real-world business projects and international internships, and development of general and specialized management skills.
The MSc in International Management program’s structure comprises of 90 ECTS of which 30 ECTS are focused on the degree and the remaining 60 ECTS as a base that enables the students from the non-business background to understand the importance and concepts of management. The curriculum consists of 7 segments (blocks), with the Autumn semester consisting of 2 blocks, The Spring semester having 3 blocks, and the Thesis semester formed of 2 blocks. The program is centred on Research methods, Consultancy projects, and Thesis.
According to MSc in International Management last year placement report,
-89% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $91,362
-Post MiM job sectors – 28% Consulting and 18% Financial Services.
6. ESCP – Europe Master in Management (Grande Ecole)
ESCP – Europe Master in Management (Grande Ecole) program has been ranked #6 in the latest Financial Times MiM rankings. ESCP MiM curriculum focusses on experiential learning. The 1st year of study familiarizes students with core management via courses like Corporate Finance, European Business Law and Taxation, Economics, Human Resource Management, International Marketing, Operations Management, Strategy, and other management courses. The second-year allows students to choose up to 2 specializations in fields like Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Strategy & Consulting, Innovation & Digital. By the time of course completion, students will have at least 10 months of professional work experience through apprenticeship or internship.
According to Master in Management (Grande Ecole) last year placement report,
-98% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $59,824
-Post MiM job sectors – 35% Consulting and 25% Financial Services.
7. Stockholm School of Economics- Master Program in International Management
Stockholm School of Economics – Master Program in International Management has been ranked #7 in the latest Financial Times MiM rankings. SSE MSc curriculum focusses on a deep understanding of how international firms and other organizations function.
During the first year of the program at SSE, you will have classes majorly in global management and corporate finance along with international projects, global immersion trips, project assignments with SSE corporate partners and an International Business research thesis. Encompassing eight Core courses, the Field Trip, a Live Project Study and the Research Thesis, the first year has a total of 60 ECTS.
In the second year, students complete either their CEMS year or in another exchange program. All MIB students take compulsory courses and choose from a wide range of elective courses.
According to Master in Management (Grande Ecole) last year placement report,
-94% of the students found employment within 3 months
-Average starting salary – $86,729
-Post MiM job sectors – 36% Consulting and 29% Financial Services.