Admission into the MSc in Supply Chain & Operations Management

Are you eligible?

Students holding one of the following degrees can apply for the MSc in Supply Chain & Operations Management:


✔️ A validated Master 1 degree or Bachelor's degree equivalent to Bac + 4

✔️ A validated Licence 3 degree or Bachelor's degree equivalent to Bac+3


 You can apply whilst studying the last year of the degree which makes you eligible for this supply chain course (Bachelor's Degree minimum).

You are eligible, apply!

📅 Next intake in October 2025

Create an account or go to your dashboard to start your application file to join this Master in Supply Chain & Operations Management.


Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are open from October 1, 2024 (subject to availability).


Application deadline: emlyon business school may close applications earlier than July 2025, if all the seats in the class are filled, as it happens every year for many of our Master of Science programs. Consequently, we do advise students to apply as early as possible to ensure they secure a seat in the program and maximize their chances!

Step 1: Your application file

📄 Mandatory documents (all the documents provided need to be in English or French (except passport and identity card):


  • A resume
  • A copy of an official valid identity card or passport
  • A certified copy of your most recent academic degree
  • A proof of enrolment statement for applicants currently enrolled in higher education
  • A certified copy of your transcripts from the first year of your undergraduate education until now


📄 Optional documents:


  • An official management aptitude test score: GMAT, GMAT online, GRE, TAGE MAGE, CAT
  • An English proficiency test: TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge
  • Recommendation letters


💡 We kindly remind you that:


  • GMAT and GRE tests are valid for 5 years
  • TAGE MAGE tests are valid for 2 years
  • CAT tests are valid for 1 year
  • English tests are valid for 2 years


Expected english level

A good level of English is paramount to succeed in the program. We recommend that students apply only if they have a level of English equivalent to the C1 level.
C1 corresponds to a level of experienced user (autonomous level). This means that you can understand long, demanding texts and grasp implicit meanings. Express yourself spontaneously and fluently without much searching for words.

Step 2: Your digital test

emlyon business school introduced a new tool in the selection process which is in line with today's digital landscape and the practices of major international companies in their search for new talents.


Once your online application file completed, you will be asked to go through some digital tests including cognitive tests and professional role-playing linked with the program you're applying for and the emlyon business school's early maker spirit.


To take these digital tests that you will realize alone, we recommend you to adopt a professional posture and to be in a quiet place. These tests will last about 1 hour and a half. The digital tests will require a computer and a stable wifi connection.

Admission statistics

📊 The global acceptance rate for Masters of Science and Specialized Programs for the 2024 intake was 48,31% (admitted students on applicants rate).

Application fee

The application fee for the 2024 intake is set at €120, payable directly by credit card through the online application system.


  • Students with a French CROUS grant are exempted of the application fee if they provide the final notice of allocation of this grant for the current academic year.
  • High Level Athletes are also exempted of the application fees if they provide a sport resume validated by the director of the Sports department. If this is your case, please contact Mr Mickaël ROMEZY: romezy@em-lyon.com.

Admission results

The admissions board will review your application and your digital tests. You will receive an email as soon as possible to inform you that your results are available on your makersboard.


Confirm your enrollment.
You will have 10 calendar days after your admission results to complete the enrollment form on your makersboard and pay the non-refundable tuition deposit of €4,500.

You are temporarily or permanently disabled, or with a disabling medical condition?

The Disability Unit can provide customized support in strict compliance with confidentiality, and can:

  • Take into account your specific needs and make sure that your years at emlyon business school go as smoothly as possible, and that you are integrated to the student life
  • Provide specific arrangements and resolve your access issues via the implementation of an individualized pedagogical follow-up
  • Act as the interface with all other school departments
  • Guide you through your administrative and pedagogical procedures
  • In case we are unable to provide the specific arrangements you may need, we can follow through with external partners to find solutions to level out your disability

 

You will find the welcome guide and all the information on how we welcome and support our students and participants with disabilities here

 

Download the Welcome Guide Disability

 

Our team is available at the following email address: handicap@em-lyon.com