ESDES School of Business and Management
Founded in 1987 within the Catholic University of Lyon (UCLy), ESDES is a state-recognised, AACSB-accredited business school in Lyon with a second campus in Annecy.
AACSB
Accredited
€9,200+
Typical Annual Tuition
Lyon
Main Campus (+ Annecy)
1987
Founded
Why ESDES
Why Indian students choose ESDES
Part of a Long-Established University
ESDES operates within the Université Catholique de Lyon (UCLy), giving access to a wider university community and facilities.
AACSB Accredited
The Master in Management program is EPAS accredited, with the school also AACSB accredited.
State-Recognised Diplomas
ESDES diplomas carry the official "visa" and master's-degree approval of the French Ministry of Education.
International Scholarship Support
The ESDES Excellence Scholarship offers 10-30% of first-year tuition to eligible international students.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
Master in Management
Graduate Studies
Bachelor in Business
Undergraduate Studies
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Master in Management | €15,000 | 2 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum grade varies by program)
IELTS 6.5+ overall or equivalent TOEFL/PTE score (English-taught programs)
Statement of Purpose / motivation letter
Two academic or professional letters of recommendation
Proof of funds for tuition and living costs (for Campus France / visa purposes)
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
ESDES Excellence Scholarship
10% – 30% of 1st-year tuition
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at ESDESstarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to ESDESfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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