Overview
HEC Paris is a French business school based on a large campus at Jouy-en-Josas, southwest of Paris.
It is among the biggest campuses in Europe and gathers students from many countries, an international faculty and a full set of teaching facilities. The school teaches across several levels.
Its public offer covers Bachelor programmes, a range of Master's programmes, MBA and Executive MBA degrees, a PhD programme and executive education for working professionals, with a separate HEC Academy for shorter learning formats. Research and entrepreneurship are visible parts of campus life, including an innovation and entrepreneurship institute and an incubator that hosts new startup cohorts.
International links are central to how HEC Paris presents itself.
It reports students of about 135 nationalities on campus and a graduate community of roughly 80,000 people worldwide. It belongs to a network of more than 130 partner universities and schools offering exchanges and double degrees, including joint programmes with institutions in the United States, and it runs offices or activities in the United Kingdom, North America and Greater China.
Since 2010 it has also operated an executive education centre in Doha, Qatar. Applicants should check each programme page for entry requirements, fees and application calendars, since these differ by degree.
Location & Contact
Geographic and contact information for HEC Paris is listed below.
Academic Details
Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for HEC Paris are listed below.
Degrees
PhD in partnership with the Institut Polytechnique de Paris (IPP Doctoral School)
Other 7 programs
- Business Administration
- Commercial Law
- Finance
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Public Administration
Faculties & Divisions
The faculties at HEC Paris, and what each one teaches, are listed below.
Accounting and Management Control (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Management
Economics and Decision Sciences (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
Finance (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Finance
Information Systems and Operations Management (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- E-Business/Commerce
- Management
- Transport Management
Languages and Cultures (Department/Division) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chinese
- English
- German
- Hebrew
- Italian
- Japanese
- Russian
- Spanish
Management and Human Resources (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Human Resources
- Management
Marketing (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Marketing
Strategy and Business Policy (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
Tax and Law (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- Law
MBA Programme (Graduate School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Management
Programs Offered
HEC Paris's programme catalogue is grouped by level below.
15 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in France
Master's Degree 15 programmes
Showing 10 of 15.
Scholarships in France
Funding routes available to students in France are listed below.
How to apply to HEC Paris
A five-step path through the application process at HEC Paris.
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Research programmes at HEC Paris
Use the programme finder to browse HEC Paris's 15 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Review admissions criteria
Programme-level requirements at HEC Paris typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Gather supporting documents
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Lodge your application
HEC Paris processes applications through www.hec.edu. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Confirm receipt and track progress
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about HEC Paris
Concise answers to common questions about HEC Paris.
What city is HEC Paris in?
HEC Paris operates from Jouy-en-Josas, France.
Is HEC Paris public or private?
It is a private higher-education institution.
How is HEC Paris ranked?
HEC Paris holds rank QS 2008 #401-500.
Who recognises HEC Paris?
HEC Paris is accredited by Commission for the Evaluation of Management Education and Degrees (CEFDG); Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation; Ministry of Economy, Finance and Industry.
Where can I learn more about HEC Paris?
You can find HEC Paris online at www.hec.edu.
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