Women at Esade
Esade women are innovators, difference-makers, game-changers.
They know where they want to go — and forge their own path to get there. As founders, senior executives and directors, they lead with purpose and a global perspective in organizations around the world. They create impact where it matters most: doing good, doing better, transforming the future their way.
They are women with impact. Women like you.
Women in our Master Programs
At our MBA and MSc programs, we are committed to empowering women with impact—leaders who are ready to challenge norms, drive innovation, and inspire change in their industries and communities. We believe diversity fuels excellence, and we actively seek women who bring unique perspectives, bold ideas, and a passion for building a better future. Join us in a transformative journey where your voice, vision, and leadership can thrive.
Find our more about our MBA and MSc Programs.
Female Talent Program: Technology and Digitalization
A program developed by Esade in collaboration with Stellantis to support the professional development of women in technological and digital environments.
The initiative combines specialized training, a strategic business perspective, and the development of key skills to strengthen participants’ employability, leadership, and career growth in a context of constant digital transformation.
The program helps reduce the gender gap in the technology sector and prepares women professionals to lead change in increasingly digital, innovative, and sustainable organizations.
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Executive Advisor & Coach and Founder of fire&soul, Berlin
The Esade MBA was a true cornerstone in my professional and personal journey, challenging me to redefine my identity, uncover my unique strengths, and ultimately 4x my salary within two years.
What stood out most was the business school's collaborative spirit. The guest speakers, networking opportunities, and electives like Re-Imagining Capitalism and Global Governance gave me both the skills and perspective to understand how I want to serve and lead in today’s world.
Women Mentorship Program
Acompañamiento real para dar el siguiente paso
Volunteers from the Esade Women in Business Club present the ‘Women Mentorship Program’ — a mentoring and support system for prospective students and applicants to the Esade MBA. Through the experience of alumni and professionals, the program offers a trusted space to get answers, share insights, and better understand the academic and professional journey at Esade.
Ask our advice! Feel free to contact one of our volunteers and get insider tips about the Esade MBA.
Esade Women Initiative: Academic reference and agent of change
Esade aims to be an agent of change in matters of diversity and gender equality through education, research and social debate.
From the start, Esade has promoted equality through numerous initiatives aimed at building more just, inclusive, and sustainable environments. Aware of the need to extend this commitment beyond the classroom, we have created the Esade Women Initiative, positioning Esade as an academic benchmark in gender equality and female leadership, generating knowledge, impact, and real transformation in the business and social spheres.
Esade Gender Monitor. Data to understand and move forward.
Gender equality policies of Spanish companies increasingly meet the needs of female executives.
The number of female executives who say their companies have policies that include gender equality in their strategy has climbed to 72.5%, reflecting the growing integration of equality into corporate strategies and its impact on women’s professional development.
Women in Business & Allies Club
At Esade, we encourage our female students and participants to be as active as possible, fostering meaningful participation in both academic and professional life and building support networks with long-term impact. The Women in Business Club, founded by students, has become a leading platform for the exchange of experiences, leadership development, and mutual support among women leaders of today and tomorrow.
Equal: A student association committed to equality
Equal is an association that seeks gender equality, the empowerment of women and the visibility of the feminist movement within the university community. From our point of view, the university is a space that should be safe, inclusive, and supportive for everyone, as well as a community that supports one another. We wish to join forces and share ideas on how to move forward towards a society that is more inclusive and respectful. We welcome students from all degrees, since we believe that everyone can contribute to creating a more just and positive society.
Find out more: equal@esade.edu
What we do
Why should you join us
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Full-time MBA student and President of Women in Business MBA
"Choosing Esade for my MBA was the right decision, not just for the academic and professional growth, but for the incredible community I have found. It’s rare to find a group of people so invested in each other’s success, personally and professionally. At Esade, I haven’t just built a network, I’ve found a family."
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![Katarina Krajcar]()
Founder & Creative Director at Gaspari · Independent Consultant at Loop & Loom
"Esade was a jumping board with all the industry connections it has. After my MSc in Finance, I wasn’t sure what industry I wanted to specialise in. Esade enabled me to try it all by doing management consulting at BCG, where I was lucky enough to have worked on projects across various industries."
Financing your program – Opportunities for Women
Forté Foundation
Other Scholarships for Women
The Women in Management Award
Promociona Itinerary
CEOE and Esade present the Promociona Itinerary, a comprehensive training program designed to support women throughout their professional careers.
Future Board Members
This program aims to support and train female executives aspiring to transition from executive roles to board positions. With a focus on fostering a sustainable and diverse corporate culture, the program provides a global perspective on good corporate governance. It is designed to strengthen specific skills and equip participants with the necessary tools for effective performance in board roles.
Promociona Project
An Executive Program for Women in Senior Management, dedicated to promoting more women into top executive positions and raising awareness within companies about the need to identify, retain, and advance female talent. The program develops the leadership skills necessary for female executives to successfully lead their organizations.
Progresa Project
A Leadership Development Program for Women, aimed at propelling high-potential women into management positions. It also serves as a platform for building professional networks, fostering support, and maintaining an ongoing dialogue with the business world to advance female talent. The program equips high-potential women with the leadership skills required to manage teams and people while actively participating in the strategic transformation of their organizations.
Proactiva Project
A Professional Development Program designed for young women identified as High Potentials within their organizations. This program offers an introspective and analytical approach, allowing women to discover their strengths, connect with their hidden talents, and align them with both their personal goals and their company’s needs.
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![Lara Bartilotti]()
Full Time MBA 2024
"My experience at Esade can be summarized in three words: life-changing, inspiring, and empowering, which provided me with the tools, skills, and confidence to fulfill my goals."
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![Alessia Cueva]()
Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion of the MBASA Board for the 2026 Full-Time MBA
"Being part of the Esade Full-Time MBA means more than academic excellence—it’s about embracing leadership and driving meaningful change.
Representing a cohort of over 180 students from more than 40 nationalities, I strive to embody the values of collaboration, inclusion, and purpose that define Esade. This journey has empowered me to lead with empathy, embrace diversity, and inspire positive impact—skills that I believe are essential for shaping the future."
Do Better: Esade’s Knowledge and Social Debate Hub
Women, girls, and technology: Close role models versus heroic narratives
The lack of diversity in the tech industry limits its ability to provide effective solutions for everyone. On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we propose solutions to bridge the gender gap.
Is diversity, equity, and inclusion at risk of global rollback?
President Trump terminated all public DEI programs in the US and many corporations are following suit. But discarding DEI policies because some have been poorly implemented is a mistake.
Should we adapt our communication style to the context?
Angela Merkel, Ana Botín, and Rosalía are three outstanding women in their respective fields. By comparing their communication styles, we can learn how to adapt to different contexts and audiences.
The sexualization spillover that’s holding women back in organizations
Despite decades of laws, guidelines, campaigns and quotas intended to level the playing field, gender disparity in the workplace remains prevalent.
Newsletter: Women in Business and Allies Club
July Issue
Join the Esade Alumni Women Empowerment Club (Club WE)
An active community with more than 2,000 members committed to promoting gender equity in the business environment.
We are part of a platform that fosters equal opportunities through initiatives such as:
- Discussion forums on gender equality, inclusive leadership, and corporate policies.
- Networking activities to share experiences, update knowledge, and promote collaborations with real impact.
If you want to learn more about how you can join and participate, click here.