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Esade

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Esade Campus Barcelona Pedralbes, Barcelona Spain

Ranking

# 21QS WUR Ranking By Subject

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About Esade

Esade is an academic institution that maintains close links with the business world and is recognized for the quality of its education, its international scope, and its clear focus on the holistic development of the individual.

We build our identity on a set of values that reflect human quality and academic and professional excellence. Our behavior is guided by concepts of integrity, sensitivity, diversity, the common good, justice, and sustainability. We encourage inclusive leadership and the development of talent through academic innovation, technology, and solidarity.

Esade has created a collaborative ecosystem to develop these values. Our university campuses are spaces for knowledge, educational experience, and networking – and where students live within a rich environment of academic, entrepreneurial, business, and organizational activities. Our campuses are laboratories for innovation, entrepreneurship, and social progress.

Esade's methodology offers a quality, innovative, and international educational experience that is centered on the integral development of the individual. This commitment to excellence has positioned us as a leading business and law school. This is reflected in our position in the world's most reputable rankings, as well as in the various categories.

Esade is a global institution focused on the academic, professional and personal development of international leaders seeking to make an impact in the world.

Learn more about Esade's Programs:

About Esade

Esade is an academic institution that maintains close links with the business world and is recognized for the quality of its education, its international scope, and its clear focus on the holistic development of the individual.

We build our identity on a set of values that reflect human quality and academic and professional excellence. Our behavior is guided by concepts of integrity, sensitivity, diversity, the common good, justice, and sustainability. We encourage inclusive leadership and the development of talent through academic innovation, technology, and solidarity.

Esade has created a collaborative ecosystem to develop these values. Our university campuses are spaces for knowledge, educational experience, and networking – and where students live within a rich environment of academic, entrepreneurial, business, and organizational activities. Our campuses are laboratories for innovation, entrepreneurship, and social progress.

Esade's methodology offers a quality, innovative, and international educational experience that is centered on the integral development of the individual. This commitment to excellence has positioned us as a leading business and law school. This is reflected in our position in the world's most reputable rankings, as well as in the various categories.

Esade is a global institution focused on the academic, professional and personal development of international leaders seeking to make an impact in the world.

Learn more about Esade's Programs:

Available programs

For over 50 years, Esade has trained and educated business leaders, lawyers, and innovative entrepeneurs. The institution continues to build its strong global presence by having partnerships with more than 180 universities and business schools across the world. 

The teaching methodology at Esade is based on the principle of Learning By Doing, with a strong practical focus and a holistic approach aimed at educating strong professionals and responsible citizens.

Esade offers 4 Bachelor's Degrees and 4 Double Bachelor's Degrees: 

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Become a next-generation manager with an exceptional professional profile, by acquiring a solid general management education and extra capabilities, knowledge, and experiences such as an international mindset, real-world experience from a high-quality internship and specialist studies of functional areas within companies. 

Bachelor's in Transformational Leadership and Social Impact (BITLASI)

Become the entrepeneur of the future with an expertise in business, humanities and technology. Gain business experience through carrying out transformational projects in real companies in Barcelona, Europe and Asia. Reflect on global human challenges through the Socratic Dialogue and choose a specialization track on Corporate Innovation & Transformational Business or Social Entrepeneurship. 

Bachelor's in Law 

Become highly specialized on your area of interest by choosing one of the 8 specialization tracks. Gain the expertise law firms value by acquiring a strong economic-business background and complement your studies by learning an optional third or fourth language: French, German, Mandarin or Arabic. 

Bachelor's in Global Governance, Economics & Legal Order

Build your career towards becoming a consultant in international politics or economics working for international organizations such as the UN, WHO or the European Union. Develop a strong background in global governance and specialize in Global Politics or Global Economics, as well as in a specific geographic area. 

Bachelor of Business Administration & Bachelor's in Artifical Intelligence for Business

This double degree gives you the tools you need to integrate Big Data expertise with management and leadership skills. Combine business knowledge with Artificial Intelligence and lead the technological transformation. 

Double Degree of Business Administration & Law

Earn two official degrees and define a multifaceted and differentiating professional profile, combining knowledge of both law and business. Complement your theoretical background with our language program, a semester abroad and professional internships. 

Double Degree in Law & Global Governance, Economics and Legal Order 

If you are interested in legal studies and want to build an international career, this double degree is for you. In just 5 years, you will become an expert in international relations with a knowledge of law, geopolitics and economics that will help you resolve legal, political, and economic problems for multiple organizations and companies. 

Esade Business School

Esade’s MSc Programs in Management are innovative one-year programmes delivered entirely in English at the Barcelona-Sant Cugat campus for recent graduates who are starting out on their professional career. There are seven different Master of Science programs:

MSc in Business Analytics

Be the professional that will link the use of technology with strategy and its transformative power in all areas of the organisation.

MSc in Finance

This program is the place to get the perfect head start as a leader in the finance industry.

MSc in Sustainability Management

The MSc in Sustainability Management develops action-oriented professionals who are capable of creating new enterprises and transforming existing companies, with the long-term objective of contributing to sustainable development.

MSc in Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Discover what it is to innovate and be the driving force behind you company’s success, whether you decide to work within a company or go it alone and set up you own business venture.

MSc in International Management

Ranked 8th in the world by Financial Times, this programme focuses on international relations and expansion to hone in on global growth strategy and discover how business and politics differ the world over.

MSc in Marketing Management

Delve into the function or sector of your choice in Marketing and gain the knowledge you need for a successful career in any company anywhere in the world.

MSc in Digital Business

With Esade's Master in Digital Business, you can become the leader top firms are looking for. You'll gain insights from working directly with expert faculty, industry pioneers and top technology firms in the world's leading hubs of innovation .

CEMS MIM Program

As a founding member of CEMS and the only participant in Spain, Esade offers highly motivated students the opportunity to obtain two renowned international degrees, combining an Esade MSc in Management degree with the CEMS MIM

Double Degree

Participants enrolled on any of our MSc Programs can also opt to take a double degree.


5 Reasons to Choose the Esade MSc:

  1. Become an expert: Focus by choosing your programme, specialisation and track.
  2. Become a professional: Get ready for the real world with business challenges and hands-on methodology.
  3. Experience the world: Diverse classmates, international internships and study tours abroad.
  4. Maximize your talents: Push yourself and learn alongside the best.
  5. Change your life: Lay the foundations for future success. 

Welcome to MSc programs

University information

Esade Programs are challenging, transformative experiences for talented, ambitious graduates. We are looking for candidates with the analytical and problem-solving skills, and the communication and teamwork capabilities, to join a driven, dynamic and diverse cohort of next-generation business leaders.

 

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When you choose Esade, you don’t just choose a world-class Bachelors and Masters program. You choose to study in one of Europe’s foremost learning and innovation spaces. You choose state-of-the-art learning spaces, workshops, study hubs, contemplation and reflection areas, all complemented by world-class recreational facilities. You choose a campus at the very vanguard of design, complete with a beautiful student accommodation hall, a well equipped gym - and much more.

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Student life

An active and diverse Student Community: Student clubs form an integral part of Esade’s student community and give you the chance to develop your leadership skills, widen your interests, build a solid professional network and forge life-long friendships. Clubs are categorised into professional and social groups and there are currently 20+ options open to students.
Playing an active role in a student club is a cue to prospective employers that you have initiative and drive as well as the academic clout to add value. Esade clubs and associations are all student-led initiatives. You can view all of our clubs and societes here.

Discover new professional horizons and maximize your future. However high you want to fly, however far you want your journey, the career professionals of the Esade Careers team are here to help you get a head start. During your program you receive one-to-one support from a personal career advisor, plus access to a vast network of resources.
 
- We empower you to define your goals and construct your strategy.

- We help you to develop your presentation and networking skills.

- We support you as you build an outstanding profile that optimizes your strengths and demonstrates your fullest potential.

- We expose you to unique opportunities to experience a diversity of sectors and deepen your understanding of different industries.

- We connect you with leading businesses and meet top recruiters face to face at career events throughout the year.

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Where to look for scholarship opportunities

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A list of available scholarships around the world

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Rankings & ratings

Esade is one of the top universities in Barcelona, Spain. It is ranked #21 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2017.

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FAQs

For our MScs


You should begin the admissions process as soon as possible given that there are very few places on these programs; the committee starts assigning places around October and finishes in June. You do not need to wait until you have all the supporting documents to submit your online application. The admissions process is lengthy and there are several steps that do not depend entirely on your availability:


Gather all the documentation required

  • Take the GMAT/GRE
  • Take a level test of English
  • Apply for a visa
  • Find accommodation in Barcelona
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For our Bachelor's Programs


Our admissions process officially begins in October and ends in June or as long as program spots are still available. We recommend you send us your application as soon as possible given that spots in our programs are limited.


You can begin the admissions process via our website and clicking on the Apply online button you’ll find in the banner at the top of each program’s dedicated webpage. 

For our MScs

After completing your online application form, submitting all the required documentation and having your official interview, the Admissions Committee will assess your application and we will let you know their final decision. This process takes approximately one month. 


For our Bachelor's Programs


Once you’ve completed your application and taken the Admissions Test, we will check to ensure that you have provided all the necessary documents (marks on your first evaluations, official English level certificate if necessary, etc.). If this is in fact the case, we will begin preparing your file to present your candidature to the Admissions Committee. This process tends to take at least 3 weeks.

For our MScs


It is not mandatory, as we can conduct online interviews. But when possible, we recommend candidates take their interview in person.
Consult the Admission Requirements section for more detailed information.


Four our Bachelor's Programs


Our admissions process is 100% online. When you’ve completed your admissions application, you’ll receive an e-mail allowing you to choose the date and time that best suits you to take the Admissions Test.

The instructions are in the same online application. Please read them carefully. For more information you can always contact the Admissions Office.
Before beginning an Esade MSc Program in Management, you must have been awarded an undergraduate degree entitling you to undertake postgraduate studies in the degree-granting country. If the student is not in possession of the qualification required, the admission/registration will be academically void, and any qualifications obtained will be cancelled.   Find out more about this admission requirement here.
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