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ESDES Business School
France

MSc Sustainable Tourism and Event Management – ESDES Business School

Ranked Among Top 100 Business Schools in Europe by the Financial Times 2024

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ESDES School of Business and Management

Program Highlights

  • Coursework Distribution

    Coursework Distribution

    9 Months at Amity University and 13 months at ESDES Business School
  • Flexible Intake

    Flexible Intake

    October and December (Spring and Fall)
  • Work Visa

    Work Visa

    Master's students are eligible for a 2-year temporary residence permit, also known as APS, which is a post-study work visa for students in France
60 ECTS
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Students will complete 60 credits towards the program.
  • Program Duration : 9 Months
  • Tuition Fees : ₹ 3.5 lakh
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50% Coursework in India
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50% Coursework in ESDES Business School, France
60 ECTS
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Students will complete 60 credits towards the program.
  • Program Duration : 13 Months
  • Tuition Fees : €15000 (EUR)

Program Overview

The MSc Sustainable Tourism and Event Management at ESDES Business School equips future leaders with the expertise to navigate one of the fastest-growing global sectors while aligning with the urgent demands of sustainability. Designed for aspiring tourism professionals and event managers, this program blends cutting-edge business education with in-depth knowledge of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles shaping the industry.

Throughout the program, students develop the capability to craft sustainability-focused strategies for both tourism enterprises and event organizations, create commercial offerings that integrate ESG considerations, and manage hospitality networks efficiently. They will learn to ensure excellence in managing eco-conscious destinations, plan and optimize events that prioritize sustainability, and monitor business performance to drive continuous improvement.

Taught by an international faculty and enriched through case studies, field visits, and practical projects, the curriculum prepares graduates to meet the demands of employers worldwide. By the end of the program, students will emerge as highly skilled professionals ready to lead the transformation toward sustainable tourism and event management.

ESDES is a distinguished member of the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE) and is accredited by AACSB as well as EFMD (Master), which speaks to its academic excellence and international credibility. Ranked among the top 100 global business schools by the Financial Times in 2024, the school benefits from its strong heritage within UCLy (Catholic University of Lyon) and its focus on responsible, forward-thinking management education.

With GlobalGrads as your trusted partner, you benefit from expert guidance in admissions, application strategy, and interview preparation, ensuring a smooth path to joining ESDES. This collaboration not only streamlines your journey but also maximizes your chances of securing a place in one of France’s most forward-thinking MSc programs.

Why Choose This Program?

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The MSc Sustainable Tourism & Event Management at ESDES Business School equips you to be that change-maker—delivering the strategic insight and hands-on expertise to shape tourism and events that respect both people and the planet.

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Certified Excellence & Real-World Mastery

The program carries the prestigious MSc label awarded by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE), validating its excellence in internationalization, applied research, and strong business relevance.

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Industry-Guided, Impact-Oriented Design

Developed with crucial input from sector professionals, the curriculum emphasizes circular business models, eco-design, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable event management strategies. This ensures learners gain competencies aligned with current and future industry needs.

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Hands-On, International Field Learning

The program features two field trips—one local and one European—and a live consultancy project in Athens with Amalia Hotels, where students audit, propose, and present sustainable strategies directly to industry leaders. 

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Student Success & Career Readiness

With a 4-month professional internship built into the curriculum and a 90% post-graduation employment rate within 3 months, graduates are well-placed for impactful roles in sustainable tourism, event leadership, and destination management. In fact, ESDES carries an impressive student satisfaction survey grade of 4.5 out of 5 for academic excellence.

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GlobalGrads Advantage

From helping you navigate admissions and visa applications to securing internships and tailoring your career launch in sustainable tourism, GlobalGrads stands as your international education advisor and mentor throughout your journey.

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Syllabus

Students will complete the first 9 months of their Master’s Program at Amity University and the remaining 13 months at ESDES Business School. Here’s how the syllabus expands across the two segments

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Amity University

India

  • Accounting for Managers
  • Professional Communication
  • Managerial Economics
  • Marketing Management
  • Statistics for Management
  • Conflict Resolution and Management
  • Financial Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Legal Aspects of Business
  • Business Research Methods
  • Country
    India
  • Tuition Fees
    ₹3.5 lakh
  • Mode of Teaching
    Hybrid Program
  • Duration
    9 Months
ESDES Business School
ESDES Business School

France

  • How to develop an innovative strategy for sustainable tourism – 15 ECTS
  • How to Deploy a Sustainable Tourism Strategy – 15 ECTS
  • Creating and Rolling Out Responsible Events – 15 ECTS
  • Control and Optimise a Sustainable Tourist Destination – 15 ECTS
  • Country
    France
  • Tuition Fees
    €15000 (EUR)
  • Cost of Living
    € (EUR)
  • Mode of Teaching
    on Campus
  • Duration
    13 Months

Eligibility

  • Students with a 3-year/4-year bachelor's degree (Any field) with a minimum of 55% in their undergraduate education
  • IELTS or other English Proficiency test score waiver if the student has previously graduated from a program taught in English and has an MOI 
  • Transfer criteria- To successfully transition into the MSc Year 1 program at ESDES Business School, the students are to score an aggregate of 55% and above in the first-year coursework done at Amity University, with a minimum of 55% in each course

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Graduates of the MSc Sustainable Tourism & Event Management are well-positioned to enter a market projected to grow at 10.3% CAGR from 2022 to 2030 (Grand View Research, 2023). The program’s blend of sustainability, strategic planning, and event management expertise equips professionals to take on leadership roles across tourism boards, international event agencies, luxury hospitality groups, and non-profit organizations focused on sustainable development

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