International MBA
- Full Time
- Máster Oficial
- Intake 2025
- English
International MBA Barcelona - Boston
Excel in the dynamic world of business with state-of-the-art skills and expertise.
The International MBA Barcelona - Boston provides a global perspective on business, highlighting its multidisciplinary nature, the dedication it demands, and the personal transformation it inspires. This program will transform your vision of the world.
It is our flagship program, designed to drive the development of professionals and entrepreneurs with a global focus, intellectual curiosity, and the ambition to make a positive impact on their environment.
The master’s program combines practical and applied methodologies with an international and multidisciplinary approach, fostering essential skills for success. By undertaking it, you will be equipped with self-assessment and strategic planning tools to define and achieve your professional and personal goals.
The program fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and leadership skills, preparing participants to lead in a dynamic and ever-evolving world.
MIT Experience: two-week Boston residential.
The program culminates in a two-week residential experience at the MIT Data Science Lab in Boston, where participants will connect with leading researchers and industry experts. In this setting, candidates will explore trends in Data and Business Analytics and apply the analysis methods and techniques developed during the program in a global business context.
Design the future of business with strategic vision!
Program objectives
- The objective of the International MBA is to train professionals equipped to:
- Understand and integrate all the functional areas of the company to make strategic decisions with the overall business goals.
- Effectively apply Data and Business Analytics to address critical challenges, streamline processes, and drive value in corporate environments.
- Lead teams and projects at an international level, leveraging your leadership, teamwork, and change management abilities to foster creativity and expansion.
- Develop business strategies that use technological innovation to achieve growth and organizational competitiveness.
- Explore trends in Data and Business Analytics via hands-on learning at MIT, developing practical skills to handle real-world business challenges.
Why choose EAE Barcelona?
Study in one of Europe’s leading innovation and technology hubs, home to global events like the Mobile World Congress.
Our professors have solid professional and academic experience, providing you with real and applicable knowledge for the corporate and entrepreneurial world
Build a strong network of contacts through our events and international community of students, professors, and leading companies
EAE holds prestigious accreditations, and our alumni network is present in companies worldwide
Develop your career according to your aspirations with the support of our Career Development Center or our Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub
Our MBA is recognized by the best international rankings
EAE Business School stands out in the most relevant national and international rankings, thanks to its prestige, academic excellence and global projection.
EAE Business School Rankings 2024
EAE Business School is accredited by the Spanish Association of Business Schools (AEEDE), a mark of academic excellence that distinguishes the best business schools in Spain. This recognition confirms that our programs meet the highest quality standards, aligned with the needs of the global business market.
Who is the program designed for program?
To access the International MBA, candidates must have a degree in one of the following areas:
- Social Sciences
- Architecture
- Engineering (various specialties)
Students with prior studies in Economics or Business are exempt from additional training requirements. For all other profiles, the following courses must be completed:
- Financial Mathematics
- Financial Accounting for Decision-Making
Why take this International MBA?
- You will become fully immersed in Data and Business Analytics during our two-week residential at the MIT Data Science Lab in Boston, interacting with top researchers and applying advanced techniques to solve actual business challenges.
- We prepare you to get the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master I certification, which attests to your proficiency with agile methodologies.
- You will be capable of making data-driven decisions by integrating all functional areas of a business, enabling you to create and execute impactful strategies.
- You will acquire analytics, finance, and operations abilities, as well as a strategic vision to excel in a dynamic and competitive world.
- As a member of a globally diverse program, you will study with peers from different countries and industries, expanding your professional network and gaining a broader perspective.
- You will be supported by a prestigious business school with over 60 years of experience in developing world-class professionals and leaders.
Schedule and duration
Full Time
(On-Site)
10 months
From Monday to Thursday and two Fridays per month (intensive morning schedule)
Study Programme
6 ECTS Current socioeconomic context
- Economic environment
- Financial systems and markets
- Principles of taxation
- Sustainability and environment
- Legal news and trends
6 ECTS Marketing and commercialization in international environments
- International Marketing Strategies
- International Communication
- Branding and International Consumer Behavior
- Digital Marketing
- Sales Management
6 ECTS Intellectual capital and talent management
- Organizational Strategy and Sustainable Development
- Cultural Influence in Organizations and Global Citizenship
- Human Capital Planning and Sustainable Talent Management
- Leadership, Ethics, and Sustainable Change
- Motivation, Engagement, and Sustainable Talent Development
- Human Capital Development and Strategic Learning
- Change Management and Organizational Resilience
- Decision-Making and Productivity in a Sustainable Context
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainable Development Management
6 ECTS Business Strategy
- Competitive advantage
- Strategy
- International strategy
- Business Game
- VUCA Environments and Digital Ecosystem
- Leadership for sustainability
- Disruptive technologies for business
- Business performance analysis and emerging technologies
6 ECTS Finance for de decision making
- Economic and Financial Diagnosis
- Economic and Financial Planning
- Investment Project Selection
- Financing Decisions
- Company Valuation, Mergers, and Acquisitions
- Financial Markets and Start-up Ecosystems
- Business Intelligence
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6 ECTS Entrepreneurship and Internationalization
- The entrepreneurship process in the international arena
- Internationalization strategies
- Management of international operations
- Development of entrepreneurial skills
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6 ECTS Analytics from the customer’s perspective
- Creating value from technological trends
- Link between BigData and business decisions
- Organization powered by BigData
- Technological map
- Data Strategy & Data Analytics
- Reporting & Dashboard
6 ECTS Transforming and competing through operations
- Supply Chain and Operations Strategy
- Storage and Transportation
- Robotics and process automation
- Demand planning
- Sales & Operation planning
- Demand sensing
- Production
- Purchasing
- Organizational models for the Supply Chain
- Descriptive and prescriptive analytics applied to the Supply Chain
- New business models
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12 ECTS
This is far more than just a research project required to gain a Master qualification. It is the optimal time and place to combine all your academic experience, professional ambition, personal vision and creativity. It is your opportunity to put all the knowledge and skills you have acquired into practice and work towards the goals you set yourself.
Official Master's Degree
Modalidad: Full Time
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Language: English
One master, two qualifications: EAE and UdL
On successful completion of the program, you will obtain a double qualification:
Full Time
- Institutional International MBA qualification from EAE Business School
- Official Master in Business Administration and Management, majoring in Strategic Management, from the Universitat de Lleida (UdL
Check here the Registry of Universities, Centers and Degrees (RUCT).
Student’s profile
Full Time
4 years average experience
93% international participants
14 nationalities
Our methodology
At EAE Barcelona, we combine theory and practice with methodologies designed to maximize your learning experience:
- Hands-on learning through the Business Analytics & Data Science track, where you will master tools like Python, R, and Tableau to tackle real-world challenges with data-driven insights.
- Case studies and problem-solving exercises, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical business scenarios.
- Expert-led masterclasses, delivered by industry professionals with a wealth of international expertise.
- Collaborative projects and guided debates that promote critical thinking and cooperation in a global setting.
- Simulations, role-playing, and flipped classrooms, connecting theoretical frameworks with practical applications.
- Interactive learning platforms, including forums, discussions, and team-based activities that encourage constant collaboration.
Our practice-based approach equips you to succeed in a fast-paced, global setting.
Master's Degree Director
Joaquín Azcue Castillón
Experienced professor with a proven track record in the telecommunications industry. Expert in Talent Management, E-Learning, Strategy, Executive Coaching and Training. Professional with a solid academic background, PhD in Social Sciences from the Universidad Pontificia Comillas.
Professional opportunities about International MBA
IMBA Path: networking y sesiones con headhunters.
- Chief Executive Officer - CEO
- Chief Operating Officer - COO
- Chief Financial Officer - CFO
- Chief Data Officer
- Chief AI Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
Where do EAE Students Work?
Students on EAE Barcelona’s International MBA excel as leaders in top companies at a global level. You can be next to take the leap! The companies where our graduates work include:
Admission Process
Initial information (admission)
Once completed, we’ll assign you one of our expert advisors that will get in touch with you.
Interview with the Admissions Department
We’ll evaluate your professional and academic profile and, together, we’ll assess your eligibility for advancing towards a Master’s level based on your professional goals.
Formal presentation of the admission form
- Updated CV
- Motivation Letter
- Academic and/or Professional Letter of Recommendation
- Last/Ongoing Degree Certificate
- Admission Test (if required)
- Language Certificate (if required)
Admissions Committee
Your advisor will be in charge of defending your application in front of the Committee.
Process resolution:
We’ll inform you of the result of the process.
Booking and assigning you a spot
You will have 5 days to pay the enrollment fee to secure your spot
Frequently asked questions related to the International MBA
An International MBA focuses on business management in an international context, combining a global perspective with practical case studies from different markets. On the other hand, a Global MBA has a broader scope, emphasizing worldwide business strategies, international mobility, and experiences in multiple countries.
The International MBA at EAE Barcelona is designed for professionals with an average of four years of work experience who seek to expand their global business vision. It is aimed at graduates in Social Sciences, Architecture, and Engineering. Those without a background in Economics or Business must complete additional courses in Financial Mathematics and Financial Accounting for Decision-Making.
The International MBA at EAE Barcelona enhances key skills such as leadership, strategic decision-making, and business management in global environments. You will also develop competencies in negotiation, critical thinking, financial management, innovation, and digital transformation, preparing you to lead teams and projects in an international market.
Graduates of the International MBA can take on high-responsibility positions such as CEO (Chief Executive Officer), CMO (Chief Marketing Officer), CFO (Chief Financial Officer), or COO (Chief Operating Officer). They can also work as Business Managers, leading strategies and operations in international companies.
The International MBA at EAE Barcelona stands out for its global approach, practical methodology based on real cases, and strong connections with international companies. Additionally, it offers networking opportunities through its student and alumni community, international mobility programs, and a focus on innovation and leadership in today’s business world.
