Business Bachelor with Digital Entrepreneurship

Program Overview

This three-year intensive program in Business Administration and Digital Innovation prepares students for entrepreneurial careers through real-world business concepts and opportunities to launch startups. With a focus on innovation, planning, and sustainability, graduates are equipped for immediate entry into the business world. The Barcelona campus offers a diverse student body and an international experience, supported by accredited faculty and industry speakers.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The GBSB Global Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Digital Entrepreneurship in Barcelona is a three-year intensive program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and future business leaders. Its objective is to equip graduates with the skills to address modern societal challenges through innovative solutions. The program uses real business concepts from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America to frame business ideas, problems, and solutions. Students gain expertise in planning, innovation, and business sustainability, preparing them for immediate entry into the business world. A unique aspect is the opportunity to join the school's Entrepreneurship Hub, participate in G-Accelerator activities, receive mentorship, and potentially launch a startup before graduation. The program covers topics such as creating new products, understanding global markets, and the dynamics of digital startups. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Digital Entrepreneurship degree (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6).

Outline:

The program is structured across three years (or 4+2 years part-time), each with compulsory and elective modules.

Year 1 (60 ECTS):

Focuses on foundational business knowledge. Compulsory modules include: Global Business Environment (7 ECTS), Business Communication (6 ECTS), Introduction to Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation (7 ECTS), Fundamentals of Marketing in the Digital Era (13 ECTS), Principles of Accounting (7 ECTS), Business Law in a Digital Context (7 ECTS), Business Math and Statistics (13 ECTS). Possible exit awards include an Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation.

Year 2 (60 ECTS):

Builds upon the foundation with specialization options. Compulsory modules include: Leadership, Human Resources and Organisation (13 ECTS), Managerial Accounting (6 ECTS), Leadership and Organizational Behavior (6 ECTS), Starting a New Digital Business (7 ECTS), Business Economics (7 ECTS), Business Research Methods (6 ECTS). There are also 14 ECTS of electives across three elective modules (Electives 1, 2, and 3). A possible exit award is an Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation.

Year 3 (60 ECTS):

Focuses on specialization and professional development. Compulsory modules include: Professional and Career Development (6 ECTS), Innovative and Creative Thinking (4 ECTS), Corporate Finance (7 ECTS), Disruptive Technologies for Innovation and Change (13 ECTS), and an Undergraduate Dissertation (15 ECTS). There are also 14 ECTS of electives across three elective modules (Electives 1, 2, and 3). The final qualification is a Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6).

List of Electives – Digital Entrepreneurship (45 ECTS):

Students specializing in Digital Entrepreneurship can choose from modules such as: Valuating and Fundraising a Digital Start-up (7 ECTS), E-Commerce Development (7 ECTS), Knowledge Management and Learning Organizations (4 ECTS), Talent Management in the Digital Era (4 ECTS), Design Thinking and Agile Methodology for Innovation (4 ECTS), Social Entrepreneurship (4 ECTS), and a Dissertation in the area of Digital Entrepreneurship (15 ECTS). This specialization also leads to a Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Digital Entrepreneurship degree.

Year 3 Options:

Students have three options for their third year: study abroad at the Malta campus, study online, or stay in Barcelona/Madrid and combine online studies with a Diploma in Applied Business Innovation. All options result in a Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation (MQF/EQF Level 6) degree.

Teaching:

The program features industry-experienced faculty and speakers. Teaching methods include hands-on lectures and group projects designed for practical application in a global business environment. Workshops are also incorporated to inspire students and foster creativity.

Careers:

The program aims to prepare graduates for various roles in the business world, including entrepreneurship. The opportunity to launch a startup before graduation is highlighted. One student testimonial mentions pursuing a career in sports management.

Other:

GBSB Global Business School is accredited by the Government of Catalonia’s Department of Education, ACBSP, MFHEA, and ASIC. The Barcelona campus is located in the Eixample district. The program offers a diverse student body and an international experience. The Entrepreneurship Hub and G-Accelerator are key features supporting student ventures. Students can benefit from career services and an alumni community post-graduation. The program includes a focus on digital innovation and entrepreneurship within a broader business administration framework.