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MSc Luxury Marketing in a Sustainable World
Diploma
MSC
Acces
3 or 4 year university degree
Rythm
Full Time
Level
Bac +5 (5-year university degree)
Intake
September
Language
English
In line with MBS’s core values and the transition to a more sustainable world, this specialisation aims to prepare and train the future responsible leaders of luxury marketing. Studying luxury marketing in France — the home of world-famous luxury brands (Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel…) — and in the Montpellier region, with its rich tradition in tourism, hospitality, wine and gastronomy, is an excellent choice for those who wish to learn more about French excellence and savoir-faire, and how to market luxury products in a sustainable world.
Programme objectives
The MSc Luxury Marketing in a Sustainable World is a specialisation within the DESSMO programme. It aims to enable graduates to apply their expertise to guide strategic decision-making, implement it within their scope of activity with a view to overall performance, and contribute to the digital, environmental and societal transition in a multicultural, open and diverse context. In particular, it enables students to:
- Understand and apply marketing strategies and tactics to successfully manage a luxury brand.
- Learn the principles of French excellence and savoir-faire in luxury goods manufacturing, and apply this knowledge to promote and sell luxury products, both online and offline.
- Understand the sustainability and responsibility challenges facing the luxury sector.
- Develop the ability to propose creative and innovative solutions — an essential and highly valued skill in the luxury industry.
Career opportunities
- Luxury Brand Manager
- Luxury Product Manager
- Luxury Merchandising Manager
- Communications / Marketing and Public Relations Manager in the luxury sector
- Digital Marketing Specialist in the luxury sector
- Storyteller for luxury brands
MSc Luxury Marketing in a Sustainable World: Why choose this MSc?
Selected among the best specialised master’s programmes in luxury management by Le Figaro
Consistent with the core values of MBS and the transition to a more sustainable world, this MSc programme aims to prepare responsible leaders in luxury marketing. Studying luxury marketing in France, home to famous luxury brands, and in the Montpellier region in particular, with its rich tradition in tourism, hospitality, and gastronomy, is a natural choice for those aspiring to have a career in the luxury industry. You will explore the principles of French excellence and savoir-faire and use this knowledge to promote and sell luxury products and services. Last but not least, you will join a school with strong values – ethics, openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity to societal and environmental challenges – and integrate these core values into your curriculum through dedicated courses. Ready to start the adventure?
Teaching Programme
1-Year Programme
For students holding a 4-year degree (or equivalent 240 ECTS credits)
If you hold a 3-year degree (or equivalent 180 ECTS credits), the 2-year MSc programme is right for you. If you need further details on the content of each module, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Semester 1
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Core discipline
French Excellence & Savoir-Faire
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Specialisation courses
Luxury Brand Management · Customer Experience Management (CEM/CXM) and Omnichannel Strategy · Graphic Design & Brand Communication
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Special topics
Data Analytics for Marketing · Design Thinking · Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
Semester 1 — Elective courses
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Technology elective (choose 1)
Power BI · Sustainable Digital Growth · Ethics of Technology
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Leadership elective (choose 1)
Soft Skills · Public Communication & Leadership · Leading for Well-Being: A Strategic Imperative
Semester 2
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Core discipline
Experience-Driven Marketing Challenge
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Specialisation courses
Inside the Luxury Industry · Sustainable Fashion & Luxury · Storytelling in the Digital Era
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Special topics
Luxury Tourism, Hospitality, and Sustainability · Retail Management in the Digital Era · Research Methods in Marketing
Semester 2 — Elective courses
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Industry elective (choose 1)
Aviation: Understanding the Challenges of the Aviation Industry · Wine Management · Luxury Attitude (certificate)
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Culture elective (choose 1)
Aviation (certificate) · Socio-ecological Transition of Arts and Culture
2-Year Programme
For students holding a 3-year degree (or equivalent 180 ECTS credits)
If you hold a 4-year degree (or equivalent 240 ECTS credits), the 1-year MSc programme is right for you. You will begin your first year in September with general management disciplines. If you need further details on the content of each module, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Year 1 — Semester 1
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Core management courses
Strategic Management · Corporate Finance · Information Systems Governance, Big Data and AI · Strategic Marketing
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Management topics
Management Control · Sales & Relations Strategies · Purchase and Supply Chain · Diversity & HR Management
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Additional skills
English for Business · French as a Foreign Language (2 levels)
Year 1 — Semester 2
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Specialisation courses
Marketing for Alternative Organizations · Sustainable Distribution for Alternative Food Networks · Mark'strat · Digital Marketing · Blockchain for Marketing & Sales · Cross-Cultural Negotiations · Statistics for Business
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Additional skills
International Entrepreneurship Challenge · Professionalisation · Design Thinking / Soft Skills · English for Business · French as a Foreign Language
An internship or international mobility may be completed between the two years of the programme, giving you valuable professional experience before beginning your specialisation year.
Year 2 — Semester 1
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Core discipline
French Excellence & Savoir-Faire
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Specialisation courses
Luxury Brand Management · Customer Experience Management (CEM/CXM) and Omnichannel Strategy · Graphic Design & Brand Communication
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Special topics
Data Analytics for Marketing · Design Thinking · Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
Year 2 — Semester 1 Electives
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Technology elective (choose 1)
Power BI · Sustainable Digital Growth · Ethics of Technology
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Leadership elective (choose 1)
Soft Skills · Public Communication & Leadership · Leading for Well-Being: A Strategic Imperative
Year 2 — Semester 2
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Core discipline
Experience-Driven Marketing Challenge
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Specialisation courses
Inside the Luxury Industry · Sustainable Fashion & Luxury · Storytelling in the Digital Era
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Special topics
Luxury Tourism, Hospitality, and Sustainability · Retail Management in the Digital Era · Research Methods in Marketing
Year 2 — Semester 2 Electives
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Industry elective (choose 1)
Aviation: Understanding the Challenges of the Aviation Industry · Wine Management · Luxury Attitude (certificate)
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Culture elective (choose 1)
Aviation (certificate) · Socio-ecological Transition of Arts and Culture
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Q&A
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Not necessarily. Many of our programmes are open to students from all academic backgrounds. What matters most is your motivation, your level of English and the coherence of your professional project.
All applicants are eligible for a scholarship of up to €2,000, deducted directly from tuition fees, subject to availability and depending on their admission results. We recommend applying early, as places are limited.
If you are a student from outside the EU/EEA, you will need a long-stay student visa. Once you have been admitted, our International Admissions team will guide you through every step of the visa application process.
We offer comprehensive support covering accommodation, visa procedures, health insurance, banking services and local integration. Welcome days, integration activities and a dedicated international team are available to support you throughout your studies at MBS.
Montpellier is one of the most affordable student cities in France. Budget on average between €700 and €900 per month to cover accommodation, food, transport and leisure activities.
Yes. Our Career Centre — one of the largest in France — provides personalised support to every student throughout their programme and beyond. Career coaches will help you build your professional project, prepare for interviews and connect you with our partner companies through workshops and on-campus recruitment sessions.
Yes! MBS has partner universities all over the world. Depending on your programme, you may have the opportunity to spend a semester or more abroad as part of your studies.
Not at all. Many of our MSc programmes are taught entirely in English, and MBS has a deeply international environment. We do encourage students to learn some basic French to ease daily life, and we offer language support on campus to help you settle in.
MBS does not provide accommodation directly, but once you have been admitted we will support you in your search. You will have access to a dedicated housing portal where you can find student residence rooms, shared apartments and private studios.
Montpellier is a vibrant student city with a pleasant climate, beaches nearby and a wealth of activities. It is known for its youthful atmosphere, international character and affordable cost of living — making it one of the most popular destinations for students in France.
No. MBS offers payment plans that allow you to spread your tuition fees over several instalments. Further details will be provided by our Finance team after your admission.
Yes, but to join a work-study programme from the first year you must have been residing in France for at least one year. Alternatively, you can apply to the Grande Ecole Programme and start a work-study contract from your second year onwards.
Yes — MBS has a vibrant student life with associations covering sport, entrepreneurship, sustainable development, arts, music and much more. They are a great way to meet people, develop new skills and make the most of campus life in Montpellier.
MSc Luxury Marketing in a Sustainable World
