Master’s in Business Administration Madrid

Why study the MBA at Universidad Europea?

• Challenge Based Learning: Thanks to our Challenge Based Learning model, you will learn by completing real case studies from leading multinationals, using tools such as Cognos. With simulations, role plays, masterclasses, case studies and visits to world-leading companies, you’ll be primed for an impactful global career.
• Tech Experience: You will master the planning and management tools used by companies today, ensuring you are fully prepared to respond to any business challenge.
• Employability: Stand out in the employment market by completing professional internships and accessing our exclusive job portal.
• A Unique Experience: Our teaching methodology trains you to assume positions of responsibility. Upon completion of the MBA, you will be shaped into an impactful leader with solid technical expertise coupled with indispensable management skills.
• You will master in-demand tools and techniques, including planning analytics and design thinking,while acquiring the management and communication skills—such as neuromanagement and mindfulness—needed to motivate and lead teams.

Our partners are leaders in technology

The MBA features the invaluable participation of top executives and former directors of leading companies. These experts not only contribute to teaching, but help to immerse students in the professional world with real case studies. These individuals come up from world-class companies such as:

• PepsiCo
• Bank of the Province of Buenos Aires
• SOS Cuetara
• Indra Sistemas
• Banco Santander
• The Sensory Lab

What will you learn?

During this master’s, you will learn to lead different areas of a company and understand how to manage a business from a global perspective with real case studies from top-tier multinationals. You’ll discover how to use the management and planning tools used by world-leading companies today. A range of masterclasses, simulations and role plays will prepare you to become an impactful global leader.

Study Plan

Official Degree

Upon completion of this programme, students receive an official Master’s in Business Administration degree issued by Universidad Europea de Madrid.

Syllabus Structure

The Master’s in Business Administration offers students the opportunity to become specialised in specific sectors, such as: health and wellness, retail and e-commerce, and digital technologies. Students can choose one of these specialties by completing two specific modules: environmental analysis and strategy, and management of operations.

Academic calendar

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Internships

External internship rules

Internships are a key component of your training. Acquiring experience after what you have learnt in your degree programme is the best way to enter the employment market. There are two types of internships: curricular—which are included in your study plan—and extracurricular—which you can do on a voluntary basis.

In order to complete curricular internships in companies, you will need to have 50% of the credits approved and to register the subject before starting your internship. These internships are monitored by the company and the internship coordinator, and they are evaluated by midterm and final reports.

If you want to take your work experience to the next level before finishing your university education, you can pursue an extracurricular internship. You can do them in any academic year, but keep in mind that internships are a formative complement to your studies; therefore, the more knowledge you have acquired throughout your studies, the more you will benefit from the internship experience.

Professional Internships

You will complete professional internships with companies in the sector. These internships are part of the academic programme and will be evaluated as part of each student’s training in business management. Professional internships are a unique opportunity for students to put the theory and skills they develop on the master’s into practice at real companies.

We provide a job search engine featuring a large selection of companies and opportunities, and the Professional Careers Department is on hand to give you all the advice and resources you need to find a professional internship that best suits your profile and aspirations.

Collaborating Companies

The MBA features directors from important companies who contribute towards teaching and bring their professional expertise to life in the classroom by analysing real case studies with students. Collaborators include individuals from:

• PepsiCo
• Mediaset España Comunicación, S.A.
• GEFCO Group
• Indra Sistemas
• Ozono Capital Partners
• Avalmadrid
• Ebook Publicaciones, S.L.
• Avanza Learning, S.L.

One of the fundamental features of Universidad Europea programmes is their close link to the business world. We collaborate with highly regarded companies at all stages, from the conception and design of different programmes to the composition of the faculty and student body.

Faculty

The entire Master’s in Business Administration* is taught by teachers with outstanding academic profiles—most of whom hold doctorates—and professionals with extensive national and international experience at companies across industries and sectors. 70% of the master’s faculty hold doctorates.

• Angela Larrubia Ansón
  With a bachelor’s in biochemistry and molecular biology and a bachelor’s physical education and sport sciences, Angela holds an Executive MBA and is an expert in mindfulness in health contexts. Her professional career has been developed in the field of technology consulting and project management, especially in systems management and security. She is currently Director of Training Services at IBM.
• Virginia Gomez
  With a degree in informatics, Virginia is currently in the IBM CIO team of Spain, Portugal, Greece and Israel and has been certified as a PMP and IBM Senior Project Manager since 2003. She is a mentor in IBM’s Project Management career and has extensive experience in managing projects with a special focus on infrastructure and communications.
• Jaime Calero Gómez Acebo
  A consultant for digital strategy and customer experience at IBM iX, Jaime has extensive experience in retail and travel & transport sectors where he leads solutions to improve the customer experience through artificial intelligence. He has specialised in the implementation of ‘cognitive customer care’ solutions in several sectors. He previously worked at the Center for Complex Network Research at Northeastern University in Boston.
• Álvaro Bernad
  With a graduate’s degree in business, an MBA, a PDG, Álvaro is a participant in the Regional Entrepreneurship Acceleration Program of MIT in Boston. He is the CEO and founding partner of MIDE (the Madrid Innovation Driven Ecosystem) and has more than 25 years of experience leading FMCG companies such as Coca-Cola Europe or Calidad Pascual in marketing, sales, innovation and digital transformation. He is passionate about open innovation and working with entrepreneurs.
• Ángel Castán
  Ángel is responsible for the consumer and T&T industry at IBM, where he started just over a decade ago. Since 2011, the technology group has been developing a business line that applies cognitive skills to sectors such as fashion, tourism or large distribution. He developed his professional career in companies such as Fujitsu, Accenture and SAP, and has worked extensively in the areas of interaction with consumers (customer experience, customer service, marketing, sales, and more).
• Ignacio Cabrera
  Ignacio has worked professionally for over 15 years in the analysis and exploitation of data, mainly in areas of project management and business development within the most relevant companies in the sector. He has been working for IBM for more than 10 years where he is currently the leader of the data science & artificial intelligence software segment at IBM.
• Franclim Bento
  A solutions architect at IBM Garage, Franclim has worked on innovative projects with customers on different initiatives, in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, analytics and automation. He has extensive experience in process automation in different industries, and has worked as Lead Solutions Architect in IBM’s European Lab Services team for Digital Business Automation.
• José Miguel Rico de la Hera
  A telecommunications engineer with an MBA from Warwick Business School, José is a member of the Board of Directors of the Spanish Consultancy Association representing IBM, chairing the Differential Value Commission. He has more than 20 years of experience in the consulting sector, having worked at PwC previously, and has extensive experience in business transformation and innovation where technology plays an important role (IA, blockchain, RPA, etc.). He has a deep understanding of consumer sectors like retail and CPG.
• Víctor Carralero Salmerón
  An experienced sales manager with a proven track record in the information technology and services industry, Víctor has extensive Cloud, analytics, IA and enterprise software skills. He has been working for IBM for more than 15 years with many different roles in sales and technology. He is currently the Hybrid Cloud Manager for Spain, Portugal, Greece and Israel.
• Iñaki Ugalde
  Currently responsible for business development in IBM’s Cognitive Process Services area, he is an industrial engineer and has developed his career in process consulting, where he has led large transformation projects combining business management with innovation.
• Jaime Berrocal Prat
  IBM consultant for the financial sector working with the largest banks in Spain and Portugal. Previously, he worked to better the development of business solutions for banking. Most recently, he was the Head of Cloud Solutions for Banking. He is currently in charge of the IBM Blockchain business and responsible for IBM Watson and Cloud Banking Solutions.
• Emmanuel Rosseler Rivera
  Executive of the IBM Security Europe Business Unit. He has been working in the IT industry for more than 18 years and in the information security industry for 8 years. He leads IBM’s security sales teams, and is responsible for security with service initiatives across Europe.
• Juan Andrés Avilés Sánchez
  A senior telecommunications engineer, Juan has more than 20 years of experience in the IT sector, mainly at IBM Spain. He is currently the technical director for Spain, Portugal and Greece. He manages a team of system architects with a focus on industrial, cognitive and Cloud solutions.
• Carlos Creus Olgado
  Account Partner responsible for Telefónica at IBM Business Consulting Services and former Cognitive and Analytics Practices Leader for Spain, Portugal, Greece and Israel. He has experience in industry sector (IP & AUTO), tourism & hospitality, pharma & life science and distribution sectors, and holds an MBA at IBM, an IESE Programme for PwC Top Talent and a Master’s in Computer Science.
• Dr. Jorge Lopez Cifre
  With a PhD in economics, a master’s in control and strategic planning, general management and several postgraduate programmes. He has more than 25 years of experience in the private sector and has held a range of management and consultant positions. Previously, he was the general manager of a hydrocolloid company, and created a business network covering all five continents.
• Dr Patricia Soriano
  With a PhD in economics and business and over 15 years working for the Big Four, her research areas include: Big Data applied to the world of transactions and financial analysis of annual accounts. In the professional field, she began her career as an auditor at Deloitte. She currently works in EY in the Transaction Advisory Services department, where she is dedicated to financial control/tracking, productivity analysis and customer allocation and CRM management.
• Dr. Ángel Andreu
  With a PhD, Dr. Andreu is currently an advisor to industrial and manufacturing companies (INHISA group). He leads the advising, implementation and launch of technological projects and market development for various companies (A2A Solutions). He has been a director in the private and public sector (INI, European Commission-DG XXIII, Inespal group, Foarsa, Sodican) in national, international or corporate positions (PwC SCG, Lucas Varity Corp, Yves Rocher, Office Depot).
• Dr. Carlos Andreu
  With a PhD, a Master’s in Engineering. Executive PDG, and Executive Master in Sales and Marketing, Dr. Andreu is an international executive in marketing, sales, and business development in high tech corporations. He has worked as general manager, CEO and international executive VP in high tech, IT, telecom and consulting services in Europe, USA and LATAM.
• Alejandro de Pablo Cabrera
  With a PhD Cum Laude in business, he is mentor and advisor for entrepreneurs. His professional experience spans more than 25 years working at national and multinational companies like Coca-Cola, Disney, Grupo Prisa mainly in the areas of marketing, sales and business development.
• Marcello D'Avino
  He is currently a Product Manager at OBS (Olympic Broadcasting Services) and a member of the executive committee of the IE Supply Chain Club. He has a degree in industrial engineering with a specialisation in logistics and production from the University Federico II in Naples (Italy), and an Executive MBA. He has developed his professional career with strong links to the world of technology. He has extensive experience in international projects having collaborated with the largest operators or providers of IT services worldwide.
• Martín Coedo
  Currently an Associate Partner in the financial sector at IBM Global Business Services, he holds a degree in economics, a master’s in capital markets and an MBA. He has developed his career in consulting, strategy and software mainly in the financial sector.
• Mariano Garrido
  IBM Industrial Solution Architect with 21 years’ experience as IBM technical staff. Mariano is responsible for ensuring a high level of client satisfaction, and proposes platforms, designs and infrastructure solutions including leading edge, highly complex and enterprise level solutions (including cognitive solutions, Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 initiatives).
• Igor Soto
  Currently, he is the leading partner of the financial services sector in IBM Global Business Services for Spain, Portugal, Greece and Israel. An industrial engineer, he has developed his professional career at Accenture and IBM as a consultant closely linked to the financial services sector in banking and insurance.
• Juan Carlos Sanchez Rosado
  Industrial engineer and PDD in business administration. With proven experience in consulting and IT industry, expert in business processes, IT Governance, CRM, Global Delivery and People Management. Since joining the consulting world, he has led and developed numerous projects from strategic projects to the implementation of new processes and systems.
• Belén Martín López
  She is currently head of Cloud services at IBM for Spain, Portugal, Israel and Greece. She holds a degree in theoretical physics and an MBA, and is currently studying a Master’s in Strategy from the University of Oxford. She has developed her professional career in the financial sector, within various products, segments, customers and countries.
• Iñaki Ugalde
  Currently Business Development Director in the area of Cognitive Process Services at IBM, Iñaki is an industrial engineer who has developed his career in process consulting, where he has led major transformation projects in which he has combined business management with a strong innovation component. In his professional career he has developed a clear client-orientated approach and deep knowledge of various sectors including: industry, distribution, telecommunications and banking.
• Jesús Arteche
  He is currently Cloud Architect at the IBM WorldWide team, covering large and strategic accounts, and holds a M.S in electronics and a M.S. in telecommunications from Cantabria University (Spain). Jesús has won two IBM Outstanding Technical Achievement award. He focused his career on Cloud from his early professional life, working as a sysadmin, founding his own cloud company and currently working with the largest IBM WorldWide clients on their first-of-a-kind Cloud missions.
• Javier Díaz Diéguez
  He is an industrial engineer with a specialty in electronics and automation and a diploma in business administration. His professional career has been developed in consulting in the banking and insurance sectors. Javier has taught courses on new technologies and artificial intelligence, as well as presentations at sectoral forums such as Insurance Week, Insurance Revolution, eShow, Madrid Insurance, Geiser Innova and others. He is currently commercial manager for the insurance sector at IBM.
• Lucía Andaluz Antón
  Professor of the Internship Module.

Employability

Enhance your personal capabilities and leadership skills at Universidad Europea.

Internships play a key role in your training. Acquiring experience after what you have learnt in your degree programme is the best way to enter the employment market. There are two types of internships: curricular—which are included in your study plan—and extracurricular—which you can do on a voluntary basis.

In order to complete curricular internships in companies, you will need to have 50% of the credits approved and to register the subject before starting your internship. These internships are monitored by the company and the internship coordinator, and they are evaluated by midterm and final reports.

If you want to take your work experience to the next level before finishing your university education, you can pursue an extracurricular internship.

BUSINESS MANAGERS WITH A DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF TECHNOLOGY ARE THE MOST IN-DEMAND TODAY

According to Infoempleo and Adecco, 42.3% of new job openings in Spain are in the digital sector.

• LinkedIn data reveals that, in the next five years, two million new technology-related roles will be created in Spain.
• CEDEFOP states that, in the short term, 90% of job openings will require some kind of digital competency.

Admissions Process

Admissions to the Graduate School at Universidad Europea are open year-round, although registration in any of its programmes is subject to the number of spaces available.

If you would like to receive personalised advice from the Postgraduate Admissions team, you can visit us at one of our two campuses—Alcobendas or Villaviciosa de Odón—or contact us by phone or email.

Telephone: (+34) 91 740 72 72 or e-mail: postgrado@universidadeuropea.es.

New candidate profile and access to the program

The Master’s in Business Administration* is especially aimed at professionals who wish to complement their training with a comprehensive and highly practical understanding of the different areas that make up a company.

This programme is specifically aimed at university graduates of varied fields who are interested in developing a role in business management. It is also aimed at those professionals who are interested in taking on innovation challenges and continuing their professional development throughout their careers.

Our students possess a range of university degrees in areas such as: engineering, law, healthcare sciences, business management, economics, and more. All of our students are eager to complete their training and acquire the professional experience needed to develop a global, integrated and strategic understanding of business.

Access Requirements

Official Spanish university degree or other degree issued by a higher education centre belonging to another country in the European Higher Education Area.

Degrees issued in accordance with educational systems outside the European Higher Education Area do not need to be officially recognised, as long as the University can ascertain that the level of study is equivalent to the corresponding official university degree in Spain and allows access in the home country to postgraduate studies. Access through this channel is not, in any case, an official recognition of the previous university degree in Spain nor is it recognising anything other than access to this master’s degree.

Places available

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Admissions Process

Admissions are rolling throughout the year for the Universidad Europea Graduate School programmes according to the availability of places.

For personalised advice, you can go to either of our university campuses (Alcobendas or Villaviciosa de Odón), or contact us by phone: 902 23 23 50 or e-mail: postgrado@universidadeuropea.es.

Having decided to apply, you will need to provide the following documentation:

• Application Form
• Copy of your ID
• Copy of your Degree Certificate
• CV

The Postgraduate Admissions Team will contact you and advise you on the next steps depending on your programme of interest. It will likely involve a personal interview with the programme director or a member of the Admissions Committee.

*The admissions process involves no cost to the candidate.

Credit recognition and centre transfers

If you would like to receive a personalised credit recognition plan quickly, free and without any commitment, you can do so here.

Regulations for credit transfer and recognition

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Quality guarantee

Universidad Europea is renowned for its academic excellence and has been recognised worldwide with awards as prestigious as the European Seal of Excellence 500+, QualiCert certification, and the Madrid Excellence award.

In the international accreditation rating, QS Stars, Universidad Europea has obtained a total of four stars out of five. This external accreditation system determines the level of excellence achieved by universities in several areas. Universidad Europea has achieved the maximum score of five stars in employability, teaching, facilities and social responsibility.

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Internal Quality Control System

Universidad Europea has established an internal quality control system in accordance with the directives of the Fundación para el Conocimiento Madri+d, Regional Agency for the Evaluation of the Quality of Universities, as a structure for guaranteeing the quality of new degrees in accordance with the quality directives of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and Organic Law 4/2007 of 12 April modifying Organic Law 6/2001 of 21 December on Universities.

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University regulations

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System of complaints, claims, and suggestions

Universidad Europea has made the ‘General Online Application’ available to resolve any questions, queries or complaints.

Members of the CCT

The Degree Quality Committee is the entity responsible for vertical coordination to guarantee the quality of the degree through the elaboration and supervision of the Action and Improvement Plan.

This committee is made up of the main departments involved in the degree:

• Director of the Postgraduate Programme
• Postgraduate Vice-Dean
• Quality Controller
• Final Master’s Project Coordinator
• Internship Coordinator
• Reference Professor
• Postgraduate Academic Coordinator
• CCSS Quality Controller
• Student Representative

This committee gets together periodically throughout the academic year, including:

At the start of the year, to establish the action plan and analyse the main difficulties. This first meeting is attended by student representatives with the aim of gathering their opinions and hearing any issues they may highlight. The agenda of this meeting deals with the following: Issues with the start of the course, latest news, coordination of the programme, coordinating the study areas, learning guides, public information on the website, professional internships, Final Master’s Project, and expectations of students and teachers. Additionally, the Action and Improvement Plan for the current academic year is designed.

Half-way through the course, the Committee meets to evaluate the progress of the established plan.

Finally, the Committee meets again at the end of the course to evaluate the fulfillment level and analyse the programme’s deployment.

Process results

Main degree results

Student Services

Management Sevices

Guidance Services

Student Information Services

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