Overview

Rapid technological change, open innovation models, and digitization of activities are continuously transforming industry structures, value chains, and organizational designs. Companies operating in today’s knowledge and creative economies must develop new organizational forms and management systems to consistently rebuild their competitive advantage.

Master 2 in Research in Management and Innovation (M2 RMI) explores cutting-edge topics focused on knowledge dynamics and innovation management. As the first Université Côte d’Azur program created in partnership with SKEMA Business School, RMI awards two degrees: a Master 2 from the University Côte d’Azur and a Master of Science from SKEMA Business School located in Europe's largest Technopole, Sophia-Antipolis Science and Technology Park.

M2 RMI is designed for those with strong motivation to pursue doctoral studies in management and a career in academia. Graduates are well-equipped to pursue further academic study or excel in business and management, from startups to multinational corporations.

Programme Structure

M2 Research in Management and Innovation's (RMI) publication-focused curriculum addresses the challenges of the complex and rapidly evolving business environment, making it an ideal starting point for those wishing to pursue a doctoral degree in management and an academic career. By imparting scientific knowledge on management and innovation, you will acquire the skills needed to conceive and execute your own doctoral research projects.

Our curriculum provides theoretical grounding and thorough research skills in a number of topics in the domains of management and innovation.

S1

Methods

Research Design
Quantitative Methods
Qualitative Methods
Statistics

Fundamentals in Management

Organization Theory
Strategy

Specialization

Knowledge Base and Innovation
Knowledge Management Innovation and Learning

S2

Writing a Research Proposal

Preparing for Research Seminars

Final Research Proposal

Audience

This program is designed for candidates with strong motivation to pursue doctoral studies in management and a career in academia.

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

36 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sophia Antipolis, France

Disciplines

Management Studies Innovation Management Strategic Management View 22 other Masters in Strategic Management in France

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

The M2 Research in Management and Innovation is designed for candidates with strong motivation to pursue doctoral studies in management and a career in academia.

To be eligible for admission, you must

Have successfully completed the first year of a European master's degree or equivalent
Be proficient in the English language

Documents to Include in Your Application

A detailed CV
A motivation letter- A strong emphasis is placed on motivation for research.
Two reference letters
A copy of your most recent diploma
Full university transcripts (Bachelor and Master 1), preferably with class ranking

This is an overview of documents that will be required, for the extensive list, to create your eCandidat account. All applications & documents must be submitted there.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

3941 EUR / year

≈ 3941 EUR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

254 EUR / year

≈ 254 EUR / year

Additional Details

National tuition fees set by the French Ministry of Higher Education.

Living costs

Sophia Antipolis

France

640 - 950 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

ELMI Scholarship of Excellence

Each year the university’s Economics and Management Structure ELMI support the most academically talented students from all horizons.This scholarship awards a minimum of 5000€ per year paid over two instalments: 50% at the beginning of the academic year and 50% after the first semester exams (February/March)

France Excellence Europa Scholarship Program

International students from 26 European countries may be awarded the France Excellence Europa scholarship to pursue a Master's degree at Université Côte d’ Azur for a maximum period of 12 months (M2) and 24 months (M1).

EIFFEL Scholarship Program of Excellence

The Eiffel Scholarship program is a tool developed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to enable French higher education institutions to attract the best foreign students to graduate programs at the master's and doctoral levels.

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Sophia Antipolis

Funding

ELMI Scholarship of Excellence

France Excellence Europa Scholarship Program

EIFFEL Scholarship Program of Excellence

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