MSc Management des Ressources Humaines et innovations sociales

Useful information
MSc Bac +5
Duration of study :
Regular track: 2 years - Short track: 1 year
Place of study :
Nancy, Paris
Language of instruction :
French, English
Degree awarded :
MSc ICN degree or MSc-Master of Science certified CGE degree / DESSMI - Level 7 RNCP qualification (French National Directory of Professional Certifications), sheet n° 37475
Tuition fees :
Contact Admission service
French students
+ 33 (3) 54 50 25 38
International students
+ 33 (3) 54 50 26 33
+ 33 (6) 35 81 31 10

Programme overview

The MSc in human resources management and social innovation not only puts the emphasis on the acquisition of essential HR technical skills, but also on the development of interpersonal, socio-psychological and systemic skills.

The curriculum is built around your individual career goals: through your HR internships or work placement, your choice of professional or specialised microcredential and the topic of your professional thesis, discussions with your fellow students, both in class and as part of group work, as well as discussions with your professors and guest speakers in order to develop a spirit of collaboration, collaborative learning and partnership.

Choose the CGE-certified
path of excellence

Optional: the path of excellence

In addition to the DESSMI, you'll be preparing a double Master of Science degree
by the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles.

This course includes at least 50% of classes in English.

Find out more about the CGE Master of Science program

Work-study format

Apprenticeships will also allow you to be entirely waived of your tuition fees. The host company also pays you a monthly salary for the duration of the contract according to a scale based on the gross monthly minimum wage.

Finally, at ICN, 150 partner companies are waiting to meet you during our career forums, which will open the doors to apprenticeship opportunities within leading companies.

Modules

First year of the program - M1

Admission Bac+3 for a 2-year course (M1 and M2)

Semester 1 :

  • UE1 - Strategy & innovation 
  • UE2 - Project management : toolbox and techniques 
  • UE2  - Business functions (simulation) 
  • UE3 - De la Ressource Humaine Ă  la Richesse Humaine
  • UE3 - Organisational design 
  • UE4 - #ATM1 Challenge : CreaCthon product design 
  • UE5 - Explore Your Career Options
  • UE5 - English for Business Functions

Semester 2 :

  • UE1 - Innovation, Agility & Design Thinking
  • UE1 - Sustainable development and CSR at the Digital Age 
  • UE2 - Digital transformation & Data security 
  • UE2 - Big Data et Business Analytics
  • UE3 - Droit social 
  • UE4 - #ATM2 Challenge : CreaCthon event design 
  • UE5 - Professional and specialised micro-certificate 
  • UE5 - English for Specific Purposes

Second year of the program - M2

Admission Bac+4 / Bac+5 for a 1-year course (M2 direct entry)

Semester 1 :

  • UE1 - CreaCtive Learning Expedition 
  • UE1 - Management 4.0 & Leadership 
  • UE2 - SantĂ©, sĂ©curitĂ© et bien-ĂŞtre au travail 
  • UE2 - CompĂ©tences relationnelles RH : mĂ©diation, nĂ©gociation et accompagnement 
  • UE2 - Pilotage de la performance, compĂ©tences et mobilitĂ©s
  • UE2 - Sustainable HRM 
  • UE3 - Professional and specialised micro-certificate 
  • UE4 - Research methods & Data Analytics 
  • UE Quitus - Professional experience M1

Semester 2 :

  • UE3 - Professional experience M2 
  • UE4 - Company-based research project 
CAMPUS

Paris

Our Paris campus is located in the heart of
La DĂ©fense business district, a stone's
throw from the head offices of the largest
French companies. It’s a place for learning,
but also a place where students,
businesses, teachers and graduates can
meet.
Campus

Nancy

At the heart of the 3 frontiers, the Nancy - ARTEM campus is ideally located. With its central position in Europe and a dynamic cultural scene, Nancy is strongly influenced by the arts and culture.

Career opportunities

The MSc in human resources management and social innovation opens the door to opportunities in various industries and sectors: manufacturing and production (pharmaceuticals, automotive, luxury goods, food, energy, construction), distribution, logistical services, as well as consulting.

Specific roles :

  • HR Project Manager
  • Director of HR
  • Recruitment manager
  • Payroll manager
  • HR consultant
  • Knowledge Manager
  • Training manager
  • Work environment analyst
  • Social relations manager

91.3% of our graduates are in employment within 6 months!

Agence Française de Développement // Easy Recrue // FACE // Jeune Chambre Économique // MANPOWER // RTE CFDT // Talentreveal // TommorrowJobs

What our students think...

It was a very positive and insightful experience as the course covers far more than just HR. We covered a multitude of topics which helped me understand the challenges surrounding talent management. Today, as a recruiter, these issues are always relevant because a successful integration is dependant on more than a CV.
I would recommend the course to anyone who is curious and who wants to learn new things about talent management and organisation.
Noémie Plaisance
HR Consultant, The Recruiter, Luxembourg

Admissions

Interested in the MSc in human resources management
and social innovation ?

Don't hesitate to apply!

Course registered with the CGE under the name: Management by Innovation
Course registered with the RNCP under number RNCP 37475 until 31/08/2026