Global MSc in Finance
- Studienfeld(er): Betriebswirtschaftslehre, Finanzverwaltung, Internationale Betriebswirtschaftslehre, Nachhaltigkeitswissenschaften (ökonomisch)
- Startdatum: Applications in Fall / Closing of Application period in Spring / Program starts in September
- Regelstudienzeit: 15 months
- Studienform(en): Vollzeitstudium
- Zulassungsmodus: Autumn intake: Application deadlines: October 1st, November 19th, January 14th, February 18th, March 5th, April 6th, May 7th, June 3th, July 1st. Lastly, bear in mind that the sooner you submit your application, the sooner we will be able to review your candidature and give you feedback.
- Trägerschaft: Ausländische Hochschulen
- Hauptunterrichtssprache: Englisch
A portrait of the study programme
The Global Master in Finance is a full-time, 15-month postgraduate programme designed for graduates who want to build a truly international career in finance. The programme combines rigorous financial training with a strong global and strategic perspective, preparing students to operate confidently in complex and fast-changing financial environments. Delivered entirely in English, it goes beyond traditional finance education by integrating advanced technical knowledge with an understanding of geopolitics, cross-cultural leadership, and international business dynamics. [esade.edu]
Students develop a solid foundation in core areas such as corporate finance, financial markets, investment analysis, valuation, risk management, and sustainable finance, while learning to apply these tools to real-world business and financial challenges. A key feature of the programme is its experiential learning approach, including international projects and a global immersion period at a partner university in Dubai or Hong Kong, where academic study is combined with a real consulting-style challenge for companies. [esade.edu]
The programme offers flexibility through electives, including MBA-level courses and an optional internship, allowing students to tailor their learning to their career goals. Graduates emerge with strong analytical skills, global awareness, and professional readiness for roles in international finance, consulting, and strategic decision-making across global markets.
Voices of students
Katarina Krajcar, MSc in Finance
Founder & Creative Director at Gaspari
Independent Consultant at Loop & Loom
"Barcelona has a unique charm that attracts a very specific type of person. Whether it's students, professors, or anyone else who chooses to come here, the city represents freedom, beauty, connection, gastronomy, and joy - the essence of life, in short. And all of this within a highly structured environment (think of the streets of Eixample).
This atmosphere brings together ambitious individuals, eager to learn and explore, who are also creative geniuses in their respective fields. These are the people who inspire me and who I want to be surrounded by. And, of course, there's the sea as well."
Graduates of the Global Master in Finance pursue careers across international finance and business sectors. Typical professional fields include corporate finance, investment banking, asset and wealth management, financial markets and trading, risk management, consulting, and strategic finance roles in multinational companies. The program also prepares graduates for positions in fintech, sustainable finance, and advisory roles, supported by strong career services and global recruiter networks.
1. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
2. Fluency in English
3. A high score in the Esade Admissions Test, GMAT or GRE
4. Work experience not needed, but average is from 0-2 years
5. Others: Online application form, CV, Academic transcripts, Motivation essay / personal statement, References, Interview
- Schwerpunkte:
- Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Financial Markets & Instruments, Investments & Asset Management, Financial Modeling & Valuation, Risk Management, Global Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sustainable & Responsible Finance, Strategy & Financial Decision‑Making
Application deadline: April
Program start: September
Duration: 15 months
Global Immersion: April–June
Graduation: Late October
Program closes: December
- Zulassungssemester:
- Applications in Fall / Closing of Application period in Spring / Program starts in September
- Zulassungsmodus:
- Autumn intake: Application deadlines: October 1st, November 19th, January 14th, February 18th, March 5th, April 6th, May 7th, June 3th, July 1st. Lastly, bear in mind that the sooner you submit your application, the sooner we will be able to review your candidature and give you feedback.
- Zugangsvoraussetzungen:
1. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
2. Fluency in English
3. A high score in the Esade Admissions Test, GMAT or GRE
4. Work experience not needed, but average is from 0-2 years
5. Others: Online application form, CV, Academic transcripts, Motivation essay / personal statement, References, Interview
- Schwerpunkte:
- Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Financial Markets & Instruments, Investments & Asset Management, Financial Modeling & Valuation, Risk Management, Global Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sustainable & Responsible Finance, Strategy & Financial Decision‑Making
Application deadline: April
Program start: September
Duration: 15 months
Global Immersion: April–June
Graduation: Late October
Program closes: December
- Studienbeitrag:
- 37.500 €