Master financial complexity through the power of mathematics
What is a Corporate Finance Engineers Program?
The Corporate Finance Engineers Program at ECE, taught in French on the Paris campus, trains engineers capable of meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving financial sector.
Financial markets, banks, and investment institutions are profoundly transformed by digital technologies, AI, and new regulations. In the face of this increasing complexity, this 2-year major (4th and 5th year) combines mathematical rigor, quantitative modeling, and strategic vision to develop rare and sought-after profiles.
The targeted professional certification
This major leads to the degree of ECE engineer, a level 7 diploma accredited by the Commission des Titres d’Ingénieur (CTI) and registered with the RNCP. This diploma, rare in the financial sector, distinguishes its holder through a dual background: mathematical engineering and applied finance. It is recognized by banks, financial consulting firms, and investment institutions in France and internationally. ECE is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE).
Mathematics in the service of financial decision-making
Objectives and acquired skills
According to Duc Pham-Hi, head of the major: “If it’s simple, it’s wrong. If it’s complicated, it’s unusable.” This conviction guides the entire program: learning to frame financial complexity through quantitative thinking.
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To understand the benefits and risks of financial life through rigorous mathematical approaches.
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Mastering mathematics through numerical analysis and stochastic simulation techniques.
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Transform complex financial problems into manageable multidimensional models.
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Understanding financial risks through quantitative and analytical thinking.
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Design and evaluate financial instruments: derivatives, securitizations, and structured products.
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Integrating new digital approaches and AI into the finance industry.
Two years of power-building in financial modeling
Content
The program follows a pedagogical triptych: Teaching – Learning – Projects. The courses are redesigned for digital finance, with mathematics at the heart of design thinking, while preserving the traditional fundamentals of finance. They may evolve each year to stay in line with changes in the sector.
Evaluation Methods
Each evaluation is designed to reflect the demands of the financial sector: analytical rigor, model precision, and the ability to justify an investment or risk management decision.
- Financial modeling projects using real market data.
- Case studies in corporate finance: valuation, M&A, structuring.
- The Multidisciplinary Team Project (PPE) and the Final Year Project (PFE).
- A minimum 6-month engineering internship with report and presentation before a jury.
- A mandatory international semester, validated with a partner university of ECE.
A diploma recognized by the state and valued internationally
Yes. This training provides a professional certification registered with the RNCP by France Compétences (Ministry of Labour), attesting to the recognition of the diploma and the adequacy of professional skills with the needs of companies.
Certified by the state
Validated skills
Prepares for employment
Professional immersion
Corporate Finance Experience
The Corporate Finance major is offered in initial rhythm (full-time). Two internships mark the course and provide decisive gateways to the Parisian financial world, one of the most dynamic in Europe.
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A minimum 3-month internship during the 4th year at a bank, financial consulting firm, or investment institution.
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An engineering internship of at least 6 months during the 5th year of study, culminating in a final project.
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A mandatory international semester at one of the ECE's 160 academic partner institutions.
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Projects in collaboration with the partner research laboratory, which specializes in macroeconomic models.
Careers
What are the career opportunities after the Corporate Finance Engineers Program?
The financial engineer is a rare profile: it combines the mathematical rigor of engineering school and mastery of the markets. This dual foundation opens doors across the entire Parisian and international financial ecosystem.
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Application
How to apply for the Corporate Finance Engineers Program?
Admission to the 2nd year of the engineering cycle
Students from ECE who have validated the first three years of the engineering cycle gain direct access to the major. A parallel admission is open to holders of a validated 3rd year undergraduated (180 ECTS) in a field with a strong mathematical component: applied mathematics, quantitative economics, computer science, or engineering.
A strong inclination for mathematics and financial models is essential.
How to apply?
- I submit my application online
- I go through the selection phase
- I receive the decision
Tuition Fees
What are the tuition fees for the Corporate Finance Engineers Program?
The tuition fees presented below are for the 2026-2027 year. They are subject to change each year. Various funding options are available to support you in your project.
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This category concerns students of any nationality residing in France.
- Tuition for the Grande École Engineering Program 12 months €11 990
Tuition fees for each academic year are communicated to students when they re-enroll for the following year. The ECE offers several financial aid programs.
+70€: admission fee
Scholarships: How to finance my studies with state aid?
ECE offers several funding assistance options
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Soirée Portes Ouvertes – ECE – Marseille – mercredi 16 décembre 2026
FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Corporate Finance Engineering Program
Everything you want to know about the ECE Corporate Finance Engineering Program is here. Have a question unanswered? Our advisors are available to guide you.
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This program aims to enable engineers to master the complexity of financial markets through mathematical modeling. The philosophy guiding the entire training is: to frame financial risks through quantitative thinking, while never losing sight of the concrete applicability of the models.
The Corporate Finance Engineers Program is taught entirely in French. This training, akin to the top engineering programs in quantitative finance of specialized Parisian masters, relies on rigorous teaching in the French language.
However, mastery of financial English is developed throughout the course to enable integration into international work environments.
Yes. This program leads to the title of ECE engineer, a level 7 diploma accredited by the Commission des Titres d’Ingénieur (CTI), recorded in the RNCP.
- Equivalent to the best master’s degrees in quantitative finance, this diploma is recognized by banks, consulting firms, and financial institutions in France and internationally.
- The ECE is a member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE).
Yes. The training includes two internships: a minimum 3-month internship in the 4th year and a minimum 6-month engineer internship in the 5th year, validated by a Final Project.
These immersions in banks, consulting firms, or investment institutions are a decisive step in building your network and career path in the field of finance.
By joining ECE, you become part of a community of over 40 student associations. Finance, entrepreneurship, and innovation clubs complement the academic training.
These meeting and exchange spaces allow you to build connections with students from other majors and to establish a network from the start of your studies, which is a valuable asset in banking and finance fields.
Beyond technical knowledge, this training fosters essential human qualities to thrive in the demanding finance environment:
- Analytical rigor and precision in building models
- Ability to simplify complex mathematical concepts for non-technical decision-makers
- Management of pressure and decision-making in uncertain contexts
- Critical thinking regarding models and market data
- High-quality written and oral communication in a professional work environment
Admission follows three steps: online application submission, selection phase based on the application, and an interview, followed by the decision notification.
This program, equivalent to a master’s degree in financial engineering, is open to ECE students who have validated the first three years of their course, as well as holders of a Bac +3 in applied mathematics, quantitative economics, or computer science. A strong appetite for mathematics is essential.
The Corporate Finance major spans 2 years, during the 4th and 5th years of the engineering cycle, totaling 120 ECTS credits. It is part of a comprehensive 5-year curriculum leading to an engineering diploma.
Comparable to the best master’s programs in quantitative finance, this training includes a mandatory international semester and two internships in financial institutions.
Yes. ECE relies on a dynamic alumni network within the OMNES Education group, which includes over 215,000 graduates worldwide.
- Graduates of the Corporate Finance major work in banks, consulting firms, investment funds, and financial institutions.
- This network serves as a valuable resource for accessing the best job opportunities in the sector.
Yes. This is one of the specific features of this major. A partnership with a research laboratory allows teaching and practicing macroeconomic modeling with autonomous heterogeneous agents, as well as strategic forecasting around cryptocurrencies.
These applied research works, which are rare in this type of training, significantly enrich students’ knowledge and give them a competitive advantage over traditional master’s programs.
Yes. The full name of the major is “Corporate Finance, Market, Fintech & Macroecnomics”, which reflects the broad range of areas covered. The program includes modules dedicated to Fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, as well as sustainable finance: ESG, green bonds, and European taxonomy.
These topics, which are experiencing strong growth in the job market, complement traditional quantitative training for truly versatile profiles.
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