MBA - Master in
Business Administration
To meet the global demand for leaders, we offer you a curriculum designed to address today’s business challenges.
“In the 3–4 years after earning an MBA, professionals can increase their salaries by up to 125%” – Financial Times
Modality
Full Time | Part Time | Hybrid | Online
Duration
1 Academic Year
Call for applications
March and October
Qualifications
Proprietary and Official Degrees
We enhance your skills because we believe in your talent.
About the program
Succeeding in today’s business world requires confidence, a broad vision, and strategies that deliver tangible results. With our Master in Business Administration, we will train you to think from multiple perspectives aligned with the realities of modern professional and business environments.
Companies where our graduates work:
n this Master’s, we will not only provide you with the necessary knowledge but also guide you in developing a creative and visionary mindset that will set you apart in the market.
Program Quality Ratings
During the 2024 academic year, 59 students evaluated this program with excellent scores (average over /10)
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- Faculty Members: 9.3
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- Networking: 8.8
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- Content: 9.5
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- Course structure: 8.9
You will learn with an innovative approach about the realities of business
Program content
The MBA has been designed by executives with extensive professional experience, who have built it around the qualities they expect in management candidates.
You will master the skills needed to work in any company, with practical training to ensure you feel confident applying them in real-world contexts.
1 academic year
12 Modules
60 ECTS credits
01. Company Strategy
- Strategy formulation
- Strategy planning and execution
- Competing in disruptive environments
- Business model migration
- Balanced Scorecard
02. Marketing Management
- Strategic marketing
- Branding
- Operational marketing
- Product and service policy
- Pricing policy
03. Digital Marketing
- Digital marketing plan
- Digital content management strategy
- Advertising I
- Advertising II
- Social media marketing
04. General Management Skills
- Personal skills
- Management skills
- Social skills
- Leadership
- Management skills
05. Operations Management
- Operations Management I
- Operations Management II
- Logistics efficiency
- Operations and management control
- Sustainability in operations
06. HR Management and Leadership Skills
- Human behavior in organizations
- Strategic HR planning
- Talent development
- Performance evaluation and management by objectives
- Negotiation
07. Digital Business Models
- Business models, corporate culture and characteristics of digital companies I
- Business models, corporate culture and characteristics of digital companies II
- Competing in an environment of disruption and digital transformation.
- Driving digital strategy
- Ecommerce
08. Accounting
- Fundamentals of financial accounting
- Economic analysis and decision making I
- Economic analysis and decision making II
- Financial accounting
- Advanced financial accounting
09. Finance
- Financial basics
- Finance Fundamentals
- Finance and Business I
- Finance and business II
- Valuation
10. Innovation and Creativity Management
- Innovation and creativity
- Design Thinking
- Lean Start Up
- Entrepreneurship
- Disruptive Environments: AI and Automation
11. Digital Technologies
- Big Data
- IA and business strategy
- Data Capture: IoT & Robotics
- Machine Learning
- Blockchain
12. Business Model Plan
- Business Model Plan (BMP)
Immersion week at IMD - Switzerland
Live a unique, high-quality learning experience
All students in this program can choose to participate in an international week at the International Institute for Management Development—one of the world’s most prestigious business schools. This immersion is included for Full-Time students.
The program, taught in English by IMD faculty, includes hands-on sessions, case studies of innovative companies, and visits to leading Swiss technology companies. A diploma from IMD is awarded upon completion.
*Optional with costs
flexible modalities designed for you
Campus and modalities
We adapt to your needs with high-quality training and flexible options so you can continue developing your career wherever and whenever you want. Choose the format that best suits your situation and career stage.
Select the mode that best suits your needs
Partial scholarships available
Last vacancies
MBA - Master in Business Administration - Full-time
Modality
Full-time: Monday to Thursday
Call for applications
October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Last vacancies
MBA - Master in Business Administration - Part-time
Modality
Part-time Fridays and Saturdays (17 weekends)
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Last vacancies
MBA - Master in Business Administration - Hybrid
Modality
Hybrid (Online + 2 weeks in Madrid)
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Last vacancies
MBA - Master in Business Administration - Online
Modality
Online (100% Online)
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Program benefits
Why Study the Master in Business Administration at Esden?
Esden’s MBA offers comprehensive training that gives you the tools, knowledge, and experience to excel in your career.
Internships and job opportunities
At Esden Business School we promote and guarantee internships to all students who attend the program in Spain. The duration ranges from a minimum of three months to a maximum of half a year.
Esden Business School maintains over 700 agreements with prestigious companies that lead their sector.
Career opportunities with the MBA
Upon completing our MBA, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of professional opportunities.
This program provides you not only with the technical and strategic knowledge you need but also with the ability to lead in a constantly evolving digital environment.
- Strategy Director
- Marketing Manager
- Operations Director
- Digital Transformation Consultan
- Human Resources Director
- Controller or Chief Financial Officer
- Innovation and Business Development Manager
- Startup Entrepreneur
Employability
You will not only gain knowledge but also develop essential soft skills.
Professionals who want to lead the market of the future
Who is this Master for?
Our Master in Business Administration is designed for professionals who want to lead digital transformation in their organizations and stand out in an increasingly competitive business environment. Ideal profiles for this program include:
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- Executives and managers with professional experience in their sector who want to update their skills and expand their career opportunities.
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- Business owners or entrepreneurs looking to improve their management practices and stay current with industry trends.
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- University graduates with more than two years of experience who want to broaden their technical knowledge.
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- Engineers and technical professionals who need to complement their expertise with strong business management skills.
Student testimonials
Our Students’ Experiences
At Esden Business School, we are proud of more than 25 years dedicated to training leaders and professionals who have made a significant impact on the business world.
Faculty
Master's Director
Miguel Ángel Sánchez
Professional with more than 30 years of experience in business management, internationalization and entrepreneurship.
OPTIONAL INTERNATIONAL IMMERSIONS
Live exclusive international experiences with Esden
Technology Immersion Week - Dublin
Discover the latest trends in digital technology from Google, Meta, Mastercard, and Salesforce.
As an Esden student, you’ll have access to this exclusive program, taking you to the heart of the European technology ecosystem.
During one optional week*, you’ll enjoy an immersive experience combining hands-on learning, high-level networking, and a deep understanding of emerging trends in the digital world.
Immersion week at EHL - Switzerland
Learn the essential aspects of the hospitality industry.
As an Esden student, you’ll have access to this exclusive program designed just for you.
EHL Group is the global benchmark for education, innovation, and consulting in the hospitality sector (restaurants, hotels, tourism, etc.). You’ll have the opportunity to learn how to manage distribution channels, design effective marketing strategies, and develop leadership skills through hands-on activities.
Student support
Partial scholarships for the Master in Business Administration
If your application meets the program criteria, you may qualify for our scholarship program, which offers partial tuition exemptions. Our Scholarship Committee will evaluate your application and determine your eligibility. Our scolarships are the following:
Academic Excellence Scholarships
Rewarding students who demonstrate discipline, effort, and clear potential as future business leaders.
Career Path Scholarships
For professionals who have shown significant impact in their sectors through achievements, leadership, or valuable contributions.
Unemployment Grants
For unemployed professionals who wish to acquire new skills and improve their career prospects.
Entrepreneurship Scholarships
The grant is aimed at entrepreneurs who have already started their own project or who have a solid and viable plan to do so.
REVERSE© la experiencia de aprendizaje en su máxima expresión
Metodología Reverse
“Reverse®” asegura la formación en la excelencia frente a la mera transmisión de información
Esta metodología permite aprovechar al máximo el trabajo presencial para aprender a utilizar los conocimientos obtenidos enfrentándolo a decisiones empresariales reales.
Preparación
Asimilación de contenidos antes de las clases activas.
En clase
El profesor guía a los alumnos con preguntas y modera las discusiones.
Despues de clase
Los alumnos están preparados para tomar decisiones y resolver problemas laborales.
Diplomas
Qualifications and certificates
What will you receive upon completing the Master?
Degrees Included with the Master:
Master in Business Administration
Esden Business School Certificate
Harvard Business Publishing Certified Training
Harvard Manage Mentor
Optional degrees:
Double Degree with the Universidad Europea de Vitoria
(Consult conditions)
Official Degree from Santander University
(Consult conditions)
IMD accreditation certificate
(Consult conditions)
EHL accreditation certificate
(Consult conditions)
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FAQS
Deciding your future requires key information
We have compiled the most common questions to provide you with the information you need.
What is an MBA and what is it really for?
The Esden MBA is a program designed to develop leaders capable of facing global challenges in the business world.
Develops managerial, strategic and digital skills necessary to boost professional careers in any sector, both in Spain and internationally.
Is it worth studying an MBA in Spain or in Madrid?
Studying the MBA in Madrid offers access to unique opportunities for employability (in the face-to-face modalities) and networking thanks to the strategic location and links with multinational companies.
The academic experience at Esden is complemented with internships (in the face-to-face modalities) and events that enhance the professional profile in global markets.
How long is the program and how is it structured?
The program lasts one academic year, with face-to-face and hybrid modalities that include classes, seminars, internships, projects, and the option of international immersion weeks in IMD Switzerland, EHL (Lausanne) and Dublin.
What are the career opportunities of an MBA?
The Esden MBA prepares for managerial roles in areas such as strategy, marketing, operations, innovation and digital transformation, allowing access to positions in leading international companies.
Is an MBA profile well remunerated?
According to the Financial Times, MBA graduates can improve their salary by up to 125% in the first few years after completing the program, reflecting their high employability and market value.
Why choose this MBA over other similar programs?
The Esden MBA stands out for its practical approach, academic flexibility, international immersion in prestigious institutions, and the wide network of partner companies for internships (for face-to-face modalities).
All this enhances employability and professional-global development.
What is the prestige or recognition of the MBA?
It has additional international certificates such as Harvard Manage Mentor and diplomas from IMD, EHL and Universidad Europea de Vitoria, which provides the graduate with global recognition in the labor market.
These diplomas are obtained as long as the students participate in the corresponding international immersions or contract the double degree with the European University of Vitoria.
What kind of international immersions does the MBA offer?
The MBA includes the option of immersion weeks at IMD (International Institute for Management Development) (Switzerland), EHL (École Hôtelière de Lausanne) and technology companies in Dublin, allowing students to learn directly from experts, visit leading companies and access validated international diplomas.
The immersions consist of participatory sessions with AI visits and workshops at Google, Meta and Salesforce with networking at Dublin Tech Summit. Classes on digital transformation at IMD with real cases from Swiss companies, and hands-on training at EHL on luxury service management and hotel trends.
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