Master of Business Administration – MBA in Barcelona

Program Overview

The GBSB Global MBA in Barcelona is a 15-month program that develops responsible, global leaders. It combines cutting-edge teaching methods with a focus on sustainable practices, ethical business, and entrepreneurship. The program features a practical, hands-on approach, including a comprehensive project applying real-world problem-solving skills. Graduates secure high-paying jobs, with 91% employed within three months of graduation.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The GBSB Global on-campus MBA in Barcelona is a 15-month program designed to develop responsible, resourceful global leaders. It's described as one of the most innovative MBA programs, combining cutting-edge teaching methods with a strong focus on sustainable practices, ethical business, and entrepreneurship. A key differentiator is its practical, hands-on approach, including a comprehensive project applying real-world problem-solving skills. The program also offers expertise in emerging fields through electives such as Artificial Intelligence and the Future, Sustainability and Governance, and Consumer Experience in the Digital Environment. The program is offered in English and takes place in Barcelona with the final term online. The program leads to a Master of Business Administration (90 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7) after completing a postgraduate diploma in Business Administration (minimum 60 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7).

Outline:

The program is structured across five terms. Terms 1-3 are face-to-face in Barcelona, while Terms 4 and 5 are online.

• Term 1: Focuses on acquiring knowledge at the strategic, operational, and tactical levels of business.
Modules include Accounting and Reporting Analysis (8 ECTS), Economics for Business (6 ECTS), and Business Analytics for Decision-Making (6 ECTS). An introduction week (2 weeks) and an International Week: Leadership Through Simulation are also included.
• Term 2: Centers on designing and applying adaptive multi-dimensional business models.
Modules include Business Innovation and Digital Ecosystem (8 ECTS), Corporate Strategy (6 ECTS), Financial Planning (6 ECTS), and Project Management in Action – Part 1 (8 ECTS). PR: Risk Management Workshops for Top Management and Global Scenario: Where are We Heading to Workshops are also included.
• Term 3: Focuses on fostering business agility within different functional areas.
Modules include Supply Chain and Operation Strategy (6 ECTS), Marketing and International Positioning (6 ECTS), and Project Management in Action- Part 2 (8 ECTS).
• Term 4 (Online): Students work on a final project.
Modules include Leadership, Human Resources and Organisation (6 ECTS) and Final Cases (Capstone) (16 ECTS). The Capstone assignment is a comprehensive culmination of the MBA student’s academic journey, applying knowledge and skills from a chosen elective module.
• Term 5 (Online): Students complete an elective track (8 ECTS) from one of three options:
• Option 1 - Artificial Intelligence and The Future:
AI for Business Application, Strategy Change and Transformation, Competing in the Cyberspace.
• Option 2 – Sustainability and Governance: Circular Economy, Smart City Management 3.0, AI for Management and Infrastructure Development.
• Option 3 – Consumer Experience in The Digital Environment: Innovation and Brand Building, Consumer Behavior and User Experience (UX), Neuromarketing.
However, it mentions a comprehensive Capstone project in Term 4 as a significant part of the program's assessment.

Teaching:

The text highlights the program's use of cutting-edge teaching methods and a practical, hands-on approach. It mentions that students work on a comprehensive project throughout the course.

Careers:

The program aims to prepare students for global leadership roles. Statistics provided indicate that 91% of MBA graduates secure a job within three months of graduation, and 75% see an immediate salary increase. The average salary increase for MBA graduates is 35-50% post-graduation. Over 50% of MBA Alumni start their own business within 5 years. Nearly 40% of MBA graduates successfully transition to new industries. 90% are employed within one year of graduation. 79% improve their management skills significantly through professional internships. 92% of alumni are very or extremely satisfied with their GBSB Global experience.

Other:

The program is accredited by the Government of Catalonia’s Department of Education, ACBSP, MFHEA, and ASIC. The program offers scholarships for Global Excellent Leaders, Outstanding Women Leaders, and Highly innovative candidates and entrepreneurs. The MBA is offered in Barcelona, Madrid, Malta, and online. Student testimonials are included, highlighting the value of the program and the experience in Barcelona. Barcelona is referred to as the "little Silicon Valley of Europe."

Tuition Fees: Spain, Malta & Online Program Costs by Location Spain (Barcelona | Madrid) € 19 650 Malta € 9 900 Online € 10 900