MBA in Entrepreneurship
Barcelona, Spain
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2024
TUITION FEES
EUR 7,300
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Growing businesses need to adapt to environmental and technological changes. This major prepares students for the challenges of establishing and growing a business in today’s dynamic climate. EU will help students build the framework for their new venture and provide them with the skills necessary to become entrepreneurial leaders. Students will develop key capabilities for success in the areas of new product and service development as well as small and family business management.
Why Barcelona?
Studying an MBA in Entrepreneurship in Barcelona gives students the opportunity to expand their business knowledge in one of the world’s most advanced smart cities. Entrepreneurs and innovators are nurtured and cultivated in this forward-thinking city, which attracts outstanding tech talent and innovative startups, of which there are currently more than 1300. Barcelona is also home to some of the world’s largest multinational companies, including Airbnb, Amazon and the Siemens Innovation Center.
This diverse and cosmopolitan city on the Mediterranean coast boasts almost five kilometers of golden beaches and provides students with excellent opportunities for sports activities and socializing. Famously home to FC Barcelona, it also has a wide array of cultural offerings including museums, UNESCO-listed monuments and architectural gems from the city’s most celebrated son, Antoni Gaudí.
Degree Awarded
- A university MBA degree (título propio) awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), Spain
- An MBA degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, and IQA and certified by Educa.
Duration
Three terms/one year (full-time) or six terms/two years (part-time).
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Curriculum
The MBA in Entrepreneurship (90 ECTS) is a one-year, three-term degree. Students complete five to six course modules per term which are combined with seminars, company visits, guest speaker sessions and case studies among others. In order to graduate, students must complete a management research methods module and a dissertation. This program is also available as a two-year, six-term, part-time degree.
Year 1
Term 1
- Transformational Management & Leadership
- Organizational Behavior
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Marketing in a Digital World
- Data Analysis for Managers
- Negotiation
- Consulting Lab
- Crafting Your Future I
Term 2
- Corporate Finance
- People & Talent Management
- Global Economics for Managers
- Strategy & Decision Making
- Management Information Systems
- Communication for Success
- Legal Issues & Business Ethics
- Crafting Your Future II
- Business Strategy Simulation
Term 3
- New Product Development
- Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation
- Innovation & Leadership
- Leading Digital Innovation & Change
- Family Business Management
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the institute website for more information.
Program Outcome
Credits: 90 ECTS
Degree Awarded
- A university MBA degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.
- An MBA degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.
Learning Outcomes
Students gain the knowledge necessary to become successful entrepreneurs, through case study research, company visits and networking, in addition to the managerial training they receive in a classroom setting. Students will also:
- Consider potentialchallenges in the interaction of management and ownership.
- Learn how to bring about change by carefully managing people and information.
- Understand the different innovation models for startups, existing organizations, multinational corporations and global networks.
- Discovercutting-edge thinking and best practices into new product development.
Career Opportunities
The MBA with a major in entrepreneurship provides students with knowledge in major business disciplines as well as a skill set for entrepreneurial endeavours. Graduates of this MBA program may be interested in the following careers.
Business Development Director
Business development directors will drive the organization’s sales by increasing its client portfolio and penetrating new markets. They are tasked with sourcing new clients and developing current relationships for business opportunities. They have a strong understanding of the company’s products and markets and will help establish long-term business relationships for business longevity. For market development, they undertake research and analysis to determine opportunity and risk; for expansion into foreign markets, they require knowledge of local markets, culture and regulations.
Business development directors can establish trust through strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have analytical and research skills as well as a good understanding of finance.
Senior Product Manager
Senior product managers work with product managers within the marketing department of an organization. They are in charge of the marketing actions of a specific product or product line and will ensure that it meets pre-established objectives set by management within a predetermined budget. Their tasks include tracking market share, creating and implementing brand actions including promotional campaigns, reviewing market research and reporting, among others.
To succeed, a product manager will need good interpersonal skills, analytical competence, knowledge of finance as well as creativity and imagination.
Marketing Research Analyst
Market research analysts study market conditions to examine potential sales of a product or service. They help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price. Market research analysts monitor and forecast marketing and sales trends, measure the effectiveness of marketing programs and strategies, and gather data on consumers, competitors and market conditions.
Professionals in this field need to be thorough researchers and possess good analytical skills. They also need to be clear communicators to effectively communicate results and ideas.
Management Analyst
A management analyst also referred to as a management consultant, investigates ways to assist organizations in reducing costs, increasing revenue, and becoming more profitable. They advise management on various ways to improve efficiency. Many management analysts work as consultants. However, some may be employed through the company they are analyzing.
Professionals in this career need to be strategic thinkers and be highly organized with a passion for research and investigating.
Areas of Work
The MBA with a major in entrepreneurship provides students with business knowledge and fosters an entrepreneurial mindset. Graduates of this degree may be interested in working in the following areas.
- Family Business
- E-commerce
- Venture Capital
- Research and Development
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Student Testimonials
Program delivery
Three terms/one year (full time) or six terms/two years (part time)