Control, Audit and Reporting

The Control, Audit and Reporting program at Paris Dauphine University - PSL offers students a comprehensive education in the critical fields of financial oversight, internal and external auditing, and financial reporting. Designed for individuals aspiring to excel in the fields of accounting, finance, and corporate governance, this program provides a strong foundation in the principles and practices essential for effective control and audit functions within organizations. Students will develop a deep understanding of accounting standards, regulatory frameworks, and auditing techniques, equipping them to analyze and ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial information. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including financial accounting, managerial accounting, internal controls, risk management, compliance procedures, and the preparation of financial reports in accordance with international standards. Throughout the program, students are encouraged to engage in practical case studies and internships that provide real-world experience in auditing firms, financial departments, or consultancy agencies. The program also emphasizes the development of analytical skills, ethical judgment, and communication abilities necessary for successful careers in control and audit roles. Graduates from this program will be prepared to work as auditors, internal controllers, financial analysts, or compliance officers in diverse industries such as banking, insurance, consulting, and public sector organizations. By keeping students updated on the latest technological advancements, including audit software and data analysis tools, the program ensures graduates are well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the financial sector. Ultimately, the Control, Audit and Reporting program aims to foster responsible professionals capable of enhancing transparency, accountability, and integrity in financial reporting and organizational control systems.

Master’s Year 1 – core curriculum

• Control, Audit, and Reporting (full-time study)
• Control, Audit, and Reporting (apprenticeship)

Master’s Year 2 – specialization streams

• Audit and Control: Consulting and Research
• Control, Governance, and Strategy
• Financial control – MeM
• Internal Audit & Risk Management

The program is open to students who hold (or are in the process of obtaining) a Bachelor’s degree in Management from Université Paris-Dauphine, or a Bachelor’s (L3) in Economics from another university, or a top university-level school.

CAR is looking for students who are dynamic and engaged, who have achieved a high level of competency in accounting, and who have an excellent level of spoken and written English.

Our goal is to offer our students a human-scale environment where they feel part of a community, can contribute individually, grow, and thrive.

Some of our admissions criteria are:

• Overall academic performance (transcript for your baccalaureate and bachelor’s degrees with, if possible, an indication of your ranking).
• Your career plan and motivation for applying to the CAR Master’s program.
• Work experience (internships, jobs …).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English. Any work, study, or long-term stays in an English-speaking country…
• Your personality, attitude, ambitions, extra-academic interests, activities, and achievements, and international experience (internships, volunteer work …). We particularly appreciate any engagement in humanitarian, cultural, or athletic volunteer activities.

Admissions for the 2019-2020 academic year will open on January 29th 2019

For the 2018-2019 academic year, tuition and fees will be calculated based on gross taxable income for the 2016 fiscal year (2017 French tax declaration). The 2017-2018 tuition scale is as follows:

• Income below 35,000 euros: 243 euros (Standard French Public University Tution)
• Income between 35,000 and 40,000 euros: 1,680 euros
• Income between 40,000 and 50,000 euros: 2,240 euros
• Income between 50,000 and 60,000 euros: 2,800 euros
• Income between 60,000 and 70,000 euros: 3,360 euros
• Income between 70,000 and 80,000 euros: 4,000 euros
• Income between 80,000 and 100,000 euros: 4,600 euros
• Income between 100,000 and 120,000 Euros: 5,150 euros
• Income above 120,000 Euros: 6,350 euros

Students whose tax residence (if they are fiscally independent of their parents) or whose parents' tax residence is outside of the European Union and who provide a tax certificate to that effect, pay a flat tuition of 6,350 euros and are not eligible for any reductions or waivers.

Qualified Tuition Reduction

Student's whose gross income or whose parent's gross income is between 35,000 euros and 70,000 euros and whose tax residence is in a European Union country, may be eligible for one or both of the following two qualified tuition reductions:  

• A reduction of 560 euros is available to families who have 2 or more children studying in a post-baccalaureate program. Justifying document: a photocopy of the non-Dauphine sibling's student card from the current or previous academic year.
• A reduction of 560 euros is available to students whose family's tax residence is outside of the Ile-de-France region. Justifying document: official tax notification bearing the address outside of Ile-de-France. If the family has moved outside of Ile-de-France since the last official tax notification, an official proof of domicile dated within the past 6 months may be substituted.

Students who are repeating full-time degree programs (year 1 or year 2) pay a flat 580 euro tuition fee.

The Control, Audit and Reporting program at Paris Dauphine University - PSL is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the fields of financial control, auditing, and corporate reporting. The programme aims to prepare future professionals who can effectively contribute to the integrity and transparency of financial information within organizations. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including financial accounting, management control systems, internal and external auditing processes, risk management, regulatory frameworks, and reporting standards such as IFRS and GAAP. Students gain both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience through case studies, internships, and projects that simulate real-world scenarios faced by auditors and controllers.

The program is structured to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and ethical judgment, which are essential in the fields of control and audit. It also emphasizes the importance of technology in modern reporting and auditing practices, including the use of data analytics, audit software, and emerging digital tools. The teaching staff comprises experienced faculty members with academic and professional backgrounds in accounting, auditing, and finance, ensuring that students receive current and relevant education aligned with industry standards.

Graduates of the Control, Audit and Reporting programme are well-positioned to pursue careers in internal audit departments, external auditing firms, financial consultancy, compliance roles, and corporate governance bodies. Many alumni have gone on to work for renowned companies and international organizations, benefiting from the strong network and reputation of Paris Dauphine University - PSL. The programme also offers opportunities for further academic study, including master's and doctoral research, fostering a deep specialization in control, auditing, and financial reporting fields. Overall, the programme provides a solid foundation for a successful career in the dynamic and evolving landscape of financial oversight and transparency.