André Reis Da Costa
Head of Recruitment & Admissions Advanced Programs
MSc Accounting, Auditing and Performance
The program At a glance
- Program formatFull-time, Work-study
- Duration1 year to 2 years
- CampusParis
- LanguagesEnglish
- Admission level3-years Degree to 4-years Degree
- DiplomaMaster's Degree
- Tuition feesFrom €13 250
- Program formatFull-time, Work-study
- Duration1 year to 2 years
- CampusParis
- Admission level3-years Degree to 4-years Degree
- DiplomaMaster's Degree
- Tuition feesFrom €13 250
Become a Strategic Expert in Accounting, Auditing, and Performance Management
The MSc Accounting, Auditing and Performance Management is a two-year program designed to help organizations achieve their overall objectives. You will develop advanced expertise in financial reporting, international standards, auditing, and performance measurement, while strengthening your strategic, ethical, and analytical skills.
This program trains you to become a trusted advisor capable of assessing organizational, economic, and environmental challenges, and proposing innovative solutions in a constantly evolving environment.
By joining this MSc, you also become part of an international community of over 49,000 alumni—a powerful network to accelerate your career.
Why Choose the MSc Accounting, Auditing and Performance?
81 %
of students find a job within 4 months after graduation
47 %
of graduates pursue an international career
Top
8 th
best Master's in France
QS Business Masters Ranking 2024
- Earn an internationally recognized Master’s degree: Accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, this MSc opens the door to an international career in accounting, auditing, and performance management.
- Develop strategic and operational expertise: Gain strong skills in financial accounting, international standards, auditing, and performance measurement, while building a strategic mindset to support decision-making in complex environments.
- Understand organizational and regulatory challenges: Learn to analyze the impact of accounting and auditing standards on organizational structures, and tailor your recommendations to economic, geopolitical, and environmental realities.
- Thrive in a multicultural environment: Study in English alongside students from over 20 nationalities, and develop intercultural skills to work effectively in international contexts.
- Benefit from a career-focused program: up to 6 months of professional experience per year, with career workshops, personalized coaching, and networking opportunities to boost your employability.
- Join a powerful international network: Become part of a community of over 49,000 alumni and gain access to an active network of professionals in finance, auditing, and consulting.
Learn to leverage your accounting skills to support informed business decisions and contribute to the overall performance of organizations.
Build in-depth expertise in accounting tailored to diverse organizational structures and the contemporary challenges faced by businesses.
Understand the implications of international accounting and auditing standards, and learn to apply them in demanding multicultural and regulatory environments.
Strengthen your ability to interpret financial and non-financial data to guide strategic and operational decisions within organizations.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of both qualitative and quantitative aspects of performance, enabling you to effectively manage outcomes and long-term impact.
6 good reasons to choose GEM
An internationally recognized and tripleaccredited business school : GEM is recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education and holds the prestigious "Triple Crown" accreditations (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) — a mark of academic and professional excellence.
A diverse, multicultural, and collaborative environment : Join a global community with participants from over 20 nationalities. At GEM, intercultural exchange fosters broader perspectives and builds a worldwide professional network.
A strong commitment to global transitions : Sustainability, energy, digital transformation, and social responsibility are embedded in your learning experience. GEM prepares you to tackle today’s most critical challenges through its dedicated research institutes: EnerG, Future of Work, and Moving Mountains.
An immersive and impactful learning experience : Through its EAGLE 2030 strategy and the GEM Alpine Immersive Learning Journey model, GEM offers a unique pedagogical approach combining in-person learning, virtual formats, and realworld challenges to develop actionable and responsible skills.
Dynamic campuses in strategic locations : Study in Grenoble, Lyon, Paris, or at international partner campuses. Each location offers strong industry connections, immersive Alpine experiences, and an outstanding quality of life.
One-of-a-kind innovation ecosystem in Europe : Located in the “Silicon Valley of Europe”, GEM partners with top organizations such as CEA, STMicroelectronics, and GIANT to deliver cuttingedge programs at the intersection of management, science, and technology — including France’s first Tech MBA.
Located in the heart of the Alps, GEM’s Grenoble campus combines innovation, nature, and an outstanding quality of life. Students enjoy close proximity to mountains perfect for skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, while studying in a city known as a scientific and technological hub. Grenoble hosts numerous start-ups, research centers, and international companies, offering students ample opportunities for collaboration, internships, and projects. The city’s compact size allows for a lively and accessible student life.
Your academic background
The MSc Accounting, Auditing and Performance Management is a two-year program that prepares you to become a strategic expert in accounting, auditing, and performance management by developing analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills in an international and constantly evolving environment.
- Strategic Management
- Research Methods
- Accounting
- Project Management
- Managerial Economics
- International Negotiations
- Corporate Finance
- Marketing Management
- Sustainability Transition in International Business
- Design Fiction
- Languages
Spring Semester (January to March)
- Accounting and Auditing
- Organizations Performance
- Corporate Geopolitics
- Corporate Law and Governance
- Responsible Leadership
- Managing Global Teams
- Languages
+ Immersive business trip (one week)
Fall Semester (September to February)
- Induction Seminar
- Accounting for Strategic Performance Management
- Accounting for Sustainability: Issues, Challenges, Alternatives
- Advanced Financial Accounting
- Taxation
- Legal Aspects of International Transactions
- Technology Innovation and Challenges in Accounting
- Advanced Research Methods
- Languages (optional)
Spring Semester (march to july)
- Accounting Data Analytics Technologies
- Accounting, Auditing and Corporate Governance
- Audit Process, Risk and Internal Contro
- Advanced Cost Modeling and Management Control
- Auditing Profession
- Languages (optional)
Choose between :
Professional experience – 3 to 6 months
Start-Up Project – 4 to 5 months
Professional certificate
Year 1: April to September
Year 2: March to July and July to December
Program specifics
Comprehensive technical expertise in accounting
The program enables you to build strong skills across four key areas: financial accounting, auditing, management control, and taxation. You will learn to analyze the accounting and tax impacts of strategic decisions and manage performance in complex, multicultural environments.
A critical and responsible approach to performance
You will be trained to critically assess organizational challenges, incorporating societal and environmental dimensions, as well as recent developments in non-financial accounting. This approach prepares you to become a committed contributor to sustainable business transformation.
Immersive Business Trip in Europe
In the first year, you will take part in a one-week study trip to a major European capital (Berlin, London, Amsterdam, Barcelona…). This project allows you to meet professionals, explore diverse business environments, and expand your international network. You will be actively involved in organizing the trip.
Active and career-oriented learning
The program includes over 600 hours of coursework over two years, combining theory, case studies, simulations, and real-world applications. You will attend 15 hours of weekly classes, supported by around 30 hours of individual and group work. A final thesis allows you to explore a strategic issue related to accounting or performance in depth.
Strong international dimension
The MSc offers up to 12 months of professional experience and four distinct opportunities for international exposure: study trip, academic exchange, and two internships. All students must complete at least 4 months of international experience to graduate. For non-French students, studying in France fulfills this requirement.
Personalized career support
Personal and professional development workshops are offered throughout the program, led by industry experts. You will also benefit from individual coaching sessions, access to online resources for internships and jobs, and integration into specialized professional communities.
Language module to boost employability
Non-French speakers can take French courses (from beginner to advanced levels), while French speakers have access to other foreign languages as electives, helping them adapt to international professional environments.
How to ensure your degree is recognized worldwide?
All GEM MSc programs are internationally recognized by the prestigious higher education accreditation bodies, AACSB and EQUIS, and are equivalent to a level 7 degree on the European Qualifications Framework, in compliance with the Bologna Agreement for a master’s degree, comprised of 120 ECTS credits.
Life in France – A Blend of Culture and Innovation
GEM’s Paris-Pantin campus places students at the center of a European hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, surrounded by leading companies, start-ups, and international institutions. Studying in Paris means access to the cultural, economic, and political capital of France, with unparalleled opportunities to attend conferences, professional networks, and cultural events. The campus combines a modern, collaborative environment with the resources of a global metropolis, offering students the ideal setting to develop creativity, innovation, and career prospects.
GEM has been awarded the Bienvenue en France Level 3 label for welcoming international students.
GEM has been awarded the state-certified “Bienvenue en France” level 3 label, attesting to the excellence of its welcome and support for international students.
Do you have any questions?
Please feel free to contact our training advisors if you have any questions about our programs or admission processes, or if you would like to discuss your professional goals. Our teams are available to help you choose the path that best suits your ambitions.