In this write-up, we analyze the Class profile of the HEC Paris MBA and the latest Employment report to gather key insights on placements by sector, function and geography, including mean/ average salaries.
Original article published on the admitStreet blog
HEC Paris MBA Class (2024) Profile Snapshot- Participants: 243
- Nationalities: 48
- Average Age: 30
- Average Work-ex: 6
- Women: 38%
- International: 95%
- Average GMAT: 690
- Geographic Origins: Asia & Oceania (43%), Europe (17%), Latin America (15%), North America (14%), and Africa & the Middle East (11%)
HEC MBA Employment Report (Class of 2022): Key Insights- Swift Career Integration: 92% of graduates secured job offers within three months of graduation.
- Global Mobility: 75% of graduates found employment outside their home country. Post-MBA, 77% of the class changed sector, 65% changed function, 74% changed location, 79% changed atleast 2 of the 3 variables and 35% changed all 3 variables i.e. sector, function and location.
- Competitive Compensation: The average annual salary package stands at $115,827. Sector-wise, Consulting roles offered a mean annual salary of $124,269, while Finance roles offered a mean annual salary of $112,731.
Placement by Sector- Tech and Consulting Prowess: Technology and consulting remain the two most prevelant sectors for employment post-MBA, with a combined 48% representation in these sectors.
- Strong Representation of Finance: Finance holds a significant presence, constituting 15% of employment placements.
- Retail & Luxury and Manufacturing: In Europe, particularly in France, retail and luxury industries hold substantial economic importance. The presence of manufacturing alongside retail highlights the region’s emphasis on producing high-quality goods and delivering premium customer experiences. Combined, 16% of the cohort found a role in these sectors.
Placement by Function- Consulting Dominance: The standout observation is the significant presence of HEC Paris MBA graduates in the consulting realm, constituting 32% of placements by function.
- Versatility in Functions: Beyond consulting, graduates have diversified across functions, with substantial representations in areas such as general management (12%), marketing/sales (19%), and operations/logistics (16%).
Placement by Region- Global Mobility: 75% of graduates secured employment outside their home countries, affirming the program’s global perspective.
- European Hub: Europe emerges as a significant hub, with 44% of graduates finding opportunities in the region.
Salary Insights by Location- North America Takes the Lead: With a mean annual salary of $160,311, North America emerges as the highest-paying region, with graduates securing opportunities ranging from $78,146 to $252,000.
- Middle East/Gulf Region Impact: The Middle East/Gulf Region offers a mean annual salary of $152,804, highlighting the region’s growing prominence.
- Asia Shines Bright: Graduates securing roles in Asia (including Oceania) enjoy a mean annual salary of $124,685, reflecting the region’s economic dynamism.
Final ThoughtsHope this provides an overview of the Class Profile and Employment Statistics for the HEC MBA program. For more detailed insights, please refer to the complete article linked above.
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