Admission

A demanding Master of Science in Engineering, designed for candidates with a strong background in industrial engineering and operations research.

The Master of Science in Engineering IEOR (Industrial Engineering & Operations Research) recruits candidates capable of pursuing advanced Academics in modeling, optimization, management of production and logistics systems, and decision support, with applications in industry and healthcare.
Admission is selective and is based on the review of the application file (and, if applicable, an interview), to assess academic level, suitability of the academic background, coherence of the professional project, and the ability to succeed in a demanding environment.

The Master of Science in Engineering is primarily taught in English. A good level of English is therefore required. A level of French is also expected to facilitate integration and academic life.

Target Audience and Prerequisites

The Master of Science in Engineering IEOR (M2) is intended for candidates wishing to specialize in industrial engineering, operations research, and optimization, to design and manage complex systems (production, supply chain, services, healthcare), with an approach based on models, data, and decision-making.

Eligibility Requirements

Criteria	Expectation	Detail
Academic Level	Completed Master 1 (M1) or equivalent	Qualification demonstrating 240 ECTS (France or international).
Entry Level	Admission to Master 2	Recruitment takes place at the Master 2 level.
Eligible Profiles	Scientific/Engineering Academics	Students from leading engineering schools (engineering track) or university students (France/international) at M1 level.
Academic Prerequisites	Solid Foundations	Foundations in production systems, industrial management, logistics; strong foundations in operations research.
Experience	Valued	Significant internship or project in industrial management / logistics (asset).
English	B2 minimum	Master of Science in Engineering primarily in English; level validated by the institution or certificate (TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC or equivalent).
French	B1 minimum (B2 recommended)	Expected level for integration and participation in activities in a French-speaking context.

Typically Admitted Profiles

Students from leading engineering schools (engineering track), with a coherent project in industrial engineering / optimization / decision support.
Students holding an M1 (or equivalent) degree in industrial engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, logistics, data science, or related disciplines (France or international).

Recommended Prior Skills

While not mandatory, the following elements significantly strengthen an application:

experience in modeling and problem-solving (projects, case studies, internship);
exposure to optimization (linear / combinatorial), to simulation, or to data analysis;
ability to formalize a problem, justify a method, interpret results, and present them clearly.

Application Procedure

Selection, carried out by the academic committee, takes place in three stages.

1. Submission of the application file

The complete application file must contain, at a minimum, the following documents:

Curriculum Vitae (CV), detailing your academic background and professional experience/internships.
Motivation Letter, explaining your professional project and its relevance to the Master of Science in Engineering.
Official Transcripts for your entire academic career (Bachelor’s and Master 1).
Diplomas: copies of your previous diplomas.
English Proficiency Certificate (TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS or equivalent) if English is not the applicant’s native language or language of instruction.
French Language Test (TEF, DELF…) for non-French-speaking students.
Recommendations: academic and/or professional recommendation letters (optional depending on the application platform).

A. French and European Union applicants

Fill out the online application form

B. International Applicants: “Études en France” Procedure

If you are a foreign student not a national of the EEA (nor Switzerland/Monaco/Andorra) and reside in a country covered by “Études en France”, you must complete two steps:

First step

Complete the online application form

Second step

Apply via Études en France (Campus France)—by entering the registration number

This step is essential to obtain a visa and may also provide access to scholarships.

International students are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

More information

Campus France Summary sheet for international students (in English)

2. Review of the application file by the academic committee

The criteria assessed are:

the academic level and the fit of the academic background,
the coherence of the career plan,
transversal skills (motivation, rigour, ability to work).

3. Selection interview (optional)

An interview (remote or in person) may be organised to:

better understand the motivation,
clarify the intended track,
verify certain prerequisites.

Timeline

The Master’s program organizes two recruitment campaigns.

Round 1

Stage	Indicative period
Applications open	Early January
Application deadline	Late February
Admission results	Late March
Start of classes	September

Exact dates may vary from year to year.

Round 2

Stage	Indicative period
Applications open	Early March
Application deadline	Late April
Admission results	Late May / Early June
Start of classes	September

Exact dates may vary from year to year.