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ESADE is a global academic institution known for the quality of its education, its international outlook and its clear focus on holistic personal development. With strong ties to the business world, ESADE stands out for its innovation and contribution to social transformation. People are ESADE’s greatest asset: faculty, professionals, and more than 60,000 alumni all over the world.
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MBA Articles
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MBA Success stories
How old is too old for a full-time MBA program?
Originally from the United States, Brendan Burke spent six formative years working in the social enterprise and non-profit industry in Cambodia. When he was 36, he moved to Barcelona, Spain, to complete his full-time MBA at the Esade Business School and now works at Amazon’s Munich office. He discusses why his age did not matter when applying to do his MBA at Esade and how he knew their program would be a perfect fit.
November 30, 2023
3 min
MBA Success stories
3 reasons why an MBA is worth every penny
An MBA is no small investment, so it’s fair to ask, “Is an MBA worth it?” Esade MBA student Angeliki Malizou shares her initial doubts about doing an MBA along with a few reasons why an MBA is ultimately worth it in the end.
March 18, 2022
4 min
MBA Success stories
Why the Esade MBA is a team sport
When Maram Al-Butairi decided she needed to take the next step in her career, she realized she had to make a big sacrifice. She told MBAGRADSCHOOLS about her journey from Saudi Arabia to Spain – and the difficult decisions she had to make along the way.
August 28, 2021
4 min
MBA Industry trends
The business school where everyone is a minority
Mary Granger has worked at Esade for almost 20 years, and she currently serves as the Regional Director for Asia. She told us about the changes she’s seen at the school over the years, as well as the things that set Esade apart from other schools.
August 04, 2021
3 min
MBA Industry trends
What it’s like to study an MBA during a pandemic
COVID-19 has not only affected the way that we study, but also the job market that students will enter after graduation. Let’s look at how Esade responded to these recent changes.
June 16, 2021
School
ESADE is a global academic institution known for the quality of its education, its international outlook and its clear focus on holistic personal development. With strong ties to the business world, ESADE stands out for its innovation and contribution to social transformation. People are ESADE’s greatest asset: faculty, professionals, and more than 60,000 alumni all over the world.
Location
Esade has 3 campuses with 2 locations in Barcelona and 1 in Madrid. The Pedralbes campus in Barcelona spans 32,655 m², consisting of 3 buildings in one of the many stunning residential areas in Barcelona. While surrounded by green spaces, the campus features all the facilities and resources needed by students and faculty.
Esade’s other campus in Barcelona – the Sant Cugat campus – is widely known for its connections with the business communities. The Esade Creapolis, a park spanning 17,520 m², is where local business communities and the university come together to share their expertise. Esade’s Madrid campus is its smallest location but could be its most innovative, boasting the latest technology equipped in classrooms for over 3,500 students and participants from Esade’s partner companies.
Accreditations
Esade has been internationally accredited by the three most prestigious educational accrediting institutions worldwide: The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB); the Equis Accreditation Board (EQUIS); and the Association of MBAs (AMBA).
Esades master's programs have also been accredited by AQU Catalunya.
Programs
Esade offers Full-Time and Executive MBA programs tailored to different career stages and needs. The Full-Time MBA is designed for those willing to take a break from work, offering 12, 15, or 18-month options focusing on international exposure. The Executive MBA caters to working professionals seeking growth, with part-time formats including hybrid and monthly sessions in Barcelona and Madrid.
Scholarships
Esade provides a range of scholarships to support MBA students, focusing on merit, diversity, and the promotion of women in leadership roles. These financial aids aim to ensure that talented individuals from various backgrounds have access to their programs.
Fun fact
Esade hosts an annual event called the Creativity for Business Innovation Challenge (C4Bi) that challenges MSc and BBA students to create solutions to various business challenges using the creative method of Ferran Adrià, one of the world’s best chefs. To invent a proposal, season that with knowledge gained in the program, and present it to a panel of experts (including Adrià himself).