Lead with purpose for international success

This Master of Science program is your passport to lasting career success in international business management.

You’ll graduate with the ability to understand companies on a systemic level and manage the paradoxes of international business. You’ll embrace complexity, sharpen your analytical skills, and integrate global challenges into core business strategies. By building a strong foundation in key functional areas, you’ll be prepared to make informed decisions that drive sustainable growth.

The Master's in International Management is also a journey toward responsible leadership for a fairer society: acting with integrity, fostering diversity and inclusion, and aligning business success with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

International Projects in Action

Projects in Action is a highlight of the Master in International Management program. It challenges you to apply what you’ve learned in class to a real organizational problem.

Specialization Tracks

Take a deep dive into a key area of business: Finance or Digital Transformation + AI.

Global Career

Gain the expertise, global mindset, and ability to thrive in complexity that companies worldwide are seeking, supported by world-class career services to launch tour international career.

Barcelona

Barcelona is the perfect place for you to do your Master in International Management, combining global business, innovation, and an unbeatable Mediterranean lifestyle.

Global Study Tours

During an intensive, week-long study tour, you’ll get the chance to visit one of our top partner universities as well as leading companies around the world. Specialist seminars will give you actionable insights into critical topics.

Team Approach

Teamwork is in our DNA. During each, term 1 and term 2, you will be working in a pre-defined, highly diverse team across all courses. To help you manage the challenges inherent in such diversity, we offer workshops on Effective Teamwork, coaching sessions for each team, an extensive Team Feedback Process – to help you excel at managing teams.

Chiara Imbriani

MSc in International Management

Project Manager at Spotify

"Diversity is the unique combination of qualities that each individual brings, alongside the understanding that our differences strengthen society. Supporting diversity means fostering environments where everyone has equal opportunities, while actively addressing and challenging biases or discriminatory attitudes.

Empowering women and amplifying their voices are essential steps toward creating a truly inclusive world. At Esade, initiatives like the program facilitated by We Moving Stories exemplify the commitment to raising awareness about diversity across all dimensions."
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Clara Peresson

MSc in International Management

Experienced Senior Auditor - Financial Services at BDO Switzerland

"My education at Esade played a pivotal role in my professional journey. The rigorous coursework in Finance and Strategic Management strengthened my technical foundation, while real-world consulting projects with international companies and a strong focus on problem-solving sharpened my analytical and communication skills. Moreover, Esade’s international outlook helped me build a global mindset, which has been instrumental in managing high-profile clients and collaborating with diverse teams.

At Esade, I learned the importance of diversity, leadership, and integrity—values that continue to guide me in my career. I am truly grateful for this journey and excited for what lies ahead."
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Duration

One academic year – Full Time – 60 ECTS

Start Date: September 2026

Language

English

Language learning: Optional classes in Spanish, German, French, and Mandarin Chinese.

Location

Esade Sant Cugat Campus
+ Study tours (optional)
+ Internship (optional): 3 - 6 months worldwide

The Global Master in International Management gives you more than knowledge—it gives you experience. 15 months, 10 weeks abroad, and the chance to tackle real challenges for local companies in Hong Kong or Dubai. Plus, customize your journey with specialized electives or an internship and unlock a truly international career.

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