Head to head

EM Normandie Business School vs Rennes School of Business

The EM Normandie Business School and Rennes School of Business Master in Management programs, compared side by side on the numbers that decide it — ranking, fees, salary, selectivity and class profile.

EM Normandie Business School
Rennes School of Business
FT ranking 2025
#85
QS ranking 2025
Tuition
€27,500 (€13,750/year)
€31,500
Median salary
Employment rate
87%
96%
GMAT range
Duration
2 years
2 years
Class size
Average age
International
Female
Location
Caen, France
Rennes, France

The short version

  • On tuition, EM Normandie Business School is the more affordable option at €27,500 (€13,750/year).

Rankings and salary are only part of the decision — fit with your target career, location, language, and cost of living usually matter more. Read each program in full before deciding.

Frequently asked

Which is more affordable, EM Normandie Business School or Rennes School of Business?
Tuition is €27,500 (€13,750/year) at EM Normandie Business School and €31,500 at Rennes School of Business. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Caen versus Rennes, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.
Do you need the GMAT for EM Normandie Business School or Rennes School of Business?
EM Normandie Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE; Rennes School of Business has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE. Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.
Should I choose EM Normandie Business School or Rennes School of Business?
There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Caen, France versus Rennes, France), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.