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MSc in Management Consulting
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Program Objectives
The objective of this program is to train consultants, both internal and external, to solve complex business problems and assist companies in improving corporate performance.
Participants will develop the know-how, knowledge and skills to conduct a rapid and effective assessment of a given situation, address the problem in question and propose appropriate solutions within the constraints of the company.
They will develop competences in the practical application of theory, in diagnostics and the formulation of creative solutions and will acquire a wide range of tools, concepts and methodologies to conduct successful consulting assignments internationally.
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Important dates
MSc in Management Consulting9/14/2009 - Intake
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Program duration
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30 months (part-time) 24 months (full time)
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Program overview
Studying in a leading European Business School amongst over 50 nationalities will provide an intellectually stimulating environment and an excellent preparation for future business careers.
Management Consulting has been growing in popularity over recent years. The GGSB MSc in Management Consulting aims to provide you with first-hand knowledge of the tools and techniques used by successful consultants in the competitive management consulting industry. You will graduate with a thorough understanding of the global consulting industry; how it functions, the dominant players, key success factors and the management issues that drive it.
This program is delivered on both a part-time and full-time basis allowing both experienced professionals and more recent graduates to participate. The full-time program is one week every 3 to 4 weeks and the part-time program is one week every six.
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Class profile
The MSc in Management Consulting is ideal for candidates with dynamic personalities with exceptional interpersonal skills who would like to utilize their expertise in a given field. It is suitable for graduates from a wide range of disciplines with at least 3 years of work experience.
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Program and modules
Introduction Week
- Introduction to the Program and to the Consulting Profession
- Study Skills and Techniques
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- Intercultural Communication and Negotiation
- Team Building and effective group work
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Management Consulting Foundations
- The Management Consultant
- Personal and Professional Development for Consulting
- The Consulting Process and Diagnostics
- Research Techniques and Tools (36 hours)
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- Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics for Consultants
- Managing a Consulting Assignment and International Project Management
- The Consulting Industry today and Managing a Successful Consulting Practice
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Developing Consulting Expertise
- Managing Change and Conflict
- Managing Strategy for Corporate Performance
- Geopolitics and International Business Development
- Organisational Design, Managing People and Performance
- Contemporary Issues in Management
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- Current issues in industry sectors – Industry Analysis
- Automotive
- Aerospace & Defense
- Consumer
- Energy, Chemicals, and Utilities
- Financial Services
- Health & Pharmaceuticals
- Industrials
- Insurance
- Media
- Telecommunications
- Transportation
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Elective tracks
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Marketing
- Marketing Strategies for Corporate Performance
- CRM and Customer Intelligence
Strategy and Organisation
- Transformation Management and Business Process Reengingeering
- Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring
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IT Strategy
- IS Governance and IS Strategy
- Organising the IT department around a “service” model
Finance and Economics
- Investment and Valuation
- Macro-Economics and Economic Analysis
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Integrated Case Studies
The 4 case studies throughout the program will provide the students with the holistic viewpoint and the opportunity to pull together all the aspects of the program.
Students will have to analyse a real management problem and to use their skills and knowledge to solve the problem in small groups and in a limited time. Assessment for these case studies will be based on a group assignment with a group presentation.
Consulting Assignment
Each student will be required to complete a consulting assignment of their own choice under the guidance of a tutor/consultant appointed by GGSB.
The assignment offers students an opportunity to specialise in a management area of their choice which may be related to their careers. The assignment may be undertaken in France or abroadand will last from 6 to 9 months.
The end result is a piece of work composed of the Client Proposal and Consulting Assignment report and may be written in French or English (depending on the needs of the client).
Foreign Languages
Foreign language skills are essential in business today and the program is taught in English but provides the possibility to learn a foreign language at the same time. No prior knowledge of French is required to attend the program. Non-French speakers may study French, native and fluent French speakers will have the possibility to choose from Spanish or Chinese. The language component is not compulsory.
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Admission
- Bachelor’s Degree in an area related to business and management or technology with excellent academic results (Applicants who do not have a Bachelor’s degree may be considered if their management/consulting work experience is deemed sufficient and appropriate)
- Fluent English (proof of the level of English will be required)
- International motivation
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Dynamic personality
- High level of maturity and intellectual curiosity
- Some work experience required (2/3 years) and ideally exposure to external/internal consulting environments
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Application
Application deadlines
To apply for this program candidates must complete the online application and include scanned copies of all original supporting documents (in English, or certified translation if in another language):
- Diploma (Bachelor-Level)
- University Transcripts (front / back with scale): certified copies of all documents must be sent by regular mail directly from the institution
- CV / Resumé
- Photo (color, JPEG format, 150 x 150 pixels)
- Copy of TOEFL, TOEIC, Cambridge Proficiency Exam or IELTS score report (if not already sent directly to the school).
TOEFL Institution code: 8973
Admission is subject to the number of available places.
The next intake will be in september 2009
Program fees
| Fees before Scholarship |
19,200 Euros |
| Scholarship Offered by Grenoble Graduate School of Business |
5,800 Euros |
| Fees to be paid by student |
13,400 Euros |
*Fees are subject to change. Please verify program fees each year before commencement.
All students are required to pay an additional 180€ in student services and administrative fees in Year 1 and a further 180€ for Student Card Renewal in Year 2.
Please read the policy concerning the refund of tuition fees.
Funding your MSc
Help in funding your MSc through grants or preferential loans is available
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