Go Beyond the Numbers: Become a Global Strategist
This is not just a finance degree; it’s your passport to a borderless career. The Esade Global Master's in Finance is a transformative 15-month program designed for forward-thinking graduates who want to master financial theory while navigating the complexities of international business.
Unlike traditional finance master's, this curriculum fuses advanced technical expertise with geopolitical insight and cross-cultural leadership. You won’t just analyze markets—you’ll experience them firsthand in the world’s most dynamic hubs.
What Defines Your Learning Journey?
Immerse Yourself in Global Hubs
Step out of the classroom and into the action. Spend 10 weeks abroad, dividing your time between an academic deep-dive at a top-tier partner university (AUD or HKU) and a real-world Global Challenge in Dubai or Hong Kong.
Real-World Impact, No Filters
Theory is just the beginning. You will collaborate with multinational companies to solve live financial challenges—from cross-border M&A to sustainable investment strategies.
Customize Your Path to Leadership
Move from technical foundations to strategic decision-making. In your final term, you’ll be able to tailor your program by selecting electives, including MBA courses and the option of an internship, designed to fit your professional goals.
A Network Without Borders
From day one, you join a community of future leaders from over 50 nationalities. Connect with Esade Alumni and corporate partners who are already shaping the future of global finance.
Key Highlights
Duration
15 months – Full Time – 90 ECTS
Language
English + Optional classes in Spanish, German, French, and Mandarin Chinese
Location
Barcelona (Esade Sant Cugat Campus & Esade Pedralbes Campus), Dubai (AUD) or Hong Kong (HKU)
Academic Partners
American University of Dubai (AUD) and The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
Who Is This Program For?
This program is curated for recent graduates (0–2 years of experience) with a background in Business, Economics or a technical field who refuse to settle for a local career and want the world to be their office.
It is the perfect match if you:
- Have a "Wanderlust" Mindset: You’re eager to explore the world, build an international career, and embrace the excitement of working across cultures and borders.
- Want More Than Just Spreadsheets: You are passionate about finance but also care about strategy, geopolitics, and how different cultures do business.
- Seek a Transformative Experience: You are ready to pack your bags, adapt to new environments, and build a network that spans continents.
Discover Esade’s Global Master's
Daniela Noethen, Director of the Master in International Management, introduces the key elements that define the programs, with a strong focus on their international dimension. She reflects on the value of studying abroad as part of the journey and explains how the program’s flexible final‑semester options allow you to tailor the experience to your goals.
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Global Master vs MSc in Finance: Which Path Leads to Your Dream Career?
Global Master in Finance
- Credits: 90 ECTS
- Program Length: 15 months
- Who Is It For: Graduates with an undergraduate degree in Management, Economics, or Engineering seeking a global career
- Professional Experience: 0-2 years
- Location: Barcelona + Dubai or Hong Kong
- International Exposure: 10 weeks abroad, split between an academic deep dive at a top-tier partner university (AUD or HKU) and a real-world Global Challenge in Dubai or Hong Kong
- Hands-On Learning: Work in diverse teams to solve real business challenges with local corporate partners
- Specialization & Real-World Experience: Electives with an optional long internship
- Double Degree Options: Option to complete a second MSc at Esade before or after your Global Master
MSc in Finance
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Program Length: 1 year
- Who Is It For: Students with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a technical field
- Professional Experience: 0-2 years
- Location: Barcelona
- International Exposure: Optional one-week study tours at leading global partner universities
- Hands-On Learning: Apply classroom knowledge to real financial challenges
- Specialization Tracks: Investment Banking & Financial Accounting Track or Banking & Asset Management Track
- Double Degree Options: Extend your studies for a second year to earn a Double Degree or the prestigious CEMS Master in International Management (MIM)
Degree Awarded
Participants in the program will earn:
- MSc in Finance (60 ECTS), an official degree from Esade - Ramon Llull University
- Master of Lifelong Learning in Global Finance (90 ECTS), a university-specific degree from Esade - Ramon Llull University
Which Master's is right for you?
Take this 4-minute quiz to discover which program is the best fit for you!