In Part 2 of our Alumni Spotlight with Nachiket (EDHEC Business School), we go deep into the post-admission reality:

1️⃣ How he cracked the EDHEC interview

Nachiket explains:

• Why your Letter of Motivation / SOP is just as important as your test scores
• What schools really look at: work experience, extra-curriculars, achievements and profile fit

2️⃣ What he actually studied at EDHEC (subjects & frameworks)

He breaks down the core modules of the MSc in Strategy, Organisation & Consulting, including:

• IT Strategy
• Foresight & Sustainability
• Marketing Management & Finance
• Operations & Strategy
• Data Modelling & Business Modelling
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) – from a strategy perspective (not just finance), including due diligence
  

3️⃣ What jobs you can get after this MSc

Nachiket shares realistic job paths for graduates of this program, such as:

• Business Analyst / Strategy Analyst
• Junior Consultant / Associate Consultant

4️⃣ Is it technical or operational work?

He gives a balanced view:

• In tech-heavy companies, you might work with tools like Jira and more data/IT-oriented projects.

5️⃣ Internship search reality in France

This is where he’s very honest:

• The process depends heavily on the job market & economy
• In France, one more factor matters: your level of French

6️⃣ Job fairs & companies at EDHEC

He talks about the kinds of companies that come to EDHEC’s job fairs:

• Consulting firms: Inverto (BCG subsidiary), Orphoz, Alvarez & Marsal, Wavestone, SIA Partners

7️⃣ Cost of living in Lille – real numbers 💰

Nachiket shares his actual monthly budgets as an EDHEC student in Lille:

• On-campus accommodation:
  • ~535€ / month rent for a single studio in campus residence
  • Electricity: ~50–60€ / month (can go up to 80–100€ in winter)
• Groceries:
  • About 100€ / month (for a basic but manageable lifestyle)

8️⃣ Final advice for Indian students coming to France 🇮🇳🇫🇷

His closing advice is simple but powerful:

• Start learning French early – at least A1/A2 before you arrive

If you’re an Indian student planning a Master’s in Strategy, Consulting, Management or Analytics in France, Ireland or the UK.

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Dreaming of EDHEC Business School or a strategy & consulting master’s in France as an International student?

In this Alumni Spotlight Part 1, Nachiket (MSc in Strategy, Organisation & Consulting at EDHEC) breaks down his full profile and admission journey - from Lucknow to Chennai to Wipro and finally to EDHEC in France.

If you’re asking yourself:

“Is my profile good enough for EDHEC Strategy?”
“Do I really need GMAT / GRE / CAT for France?”
“How important are SOP / Letter of Motivation and extra-curriculars?” …this episode will give you a very honest, detailed view from someone who has already done it. 💼

What you’ll learn in this video (Part 1)

1️⃣ Profile & Background Nachiket’s journey:

Lucknow → Chennai (B.E. Computer Science) → 3 years at Wipro (DevOps)
Why he decided to move from a pure technical role to management & consulting
How his work experience helped his applications

2️⃣ Why EDHEC & this Strategy Consulting MSc

Why he chose EDHEC Business School and the MSc in Strategy, Organisation & Consulting
Program format: 1-year master (M2) + mandatory 4–6 month internship (18 months total)
The value of EDHEC’s alumni network and niche positioning in strategy/consulting

3️⃣ Inside the Course: Projects & Certifications

How exams and grading work at EDHEC (internal vs external marks, group work, participation)
Selective consulting project with Wavestone – how students are chosen and what they actually do
Extra UNESCO-certified certificate in strategy, foresight & sustainability, including a study trip to Berlin

4️⃣ Why Strategy Consulting vs Digital Marketing

Why he chose strategy & problem-solving over the “trendier” digital marketing route
How his technical background + strategy focus positions him for consulting roles

5️⃣ Shortlisting & Choosing the Right School

Other admits: Warwick, Imperial (UK), UCD Smurfit (Ireland), ESSEC (France)
How he compared fees, scholarships, Brexit/job market, and EU stay-back options
Why he finally chose EDHEC in France and started learning French (A1) even before arriving

6️⃣ Tests, Scores & What’s Really Mandatory

How he used CAT, TOEFL and Duolingo English Test in different applications
When GMAT / GRE / English tests are truly required for France vs UK/Ireland
Situations where French schools like EDHEC waive English tests if your bachelor’s was in English

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EduMox - Alumni Spotlight is a straight-talk podcast for Indian students planning to study in the UK, France, Ireland, or any study abroad country. Each 7–20 minute episode is a practical interview with a recent graduate or intern covering:

Guest: Tanya - Trade Marketing Analyst Intern (FMCG)
School/Program: EDHEC - MSc Marketing Analytics (18 months: 12 study + 6 internship)

What we cover

• Program reality: how the 12+6 structure works, class rhythm & assessments.
• Tools that mattered at work: Python, Power BI, SPSS (plus Excel/Nielsen usage).
• Internship route: working in Belgium using the school’s internship agreement (no separate visa).
• Money talk: typical intern stipend €900–€1700; Erasmus support (~€2,500/6 months ≈ €400/mo).
• Living costs: residence ~€535, CAF cut ~€200 → approx €335; transport & day-to-day.
• One honest tip: start learning French early and apply for CAF as soon as you sign your lease.
  

If you’re planning your study-abroad journey, this is the no-fluff playbook from people one step ahead.

Disclaimer: Stipends, Erasmus amounts, and housing costs vary by city, year, and policy. Always verify current requirements with your school and official sources.

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