Your passport to global opportunities
Experience a mandatory exchange semester at one of the world’s top 87 universities and take part in an international internship — professional internship or solidarity internship.
You can also choose our Dual Degree path: two years at Esade and two more at leading partner universities in China or Canada.
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More infoInternational Dual DegreesMandatory Exchange: A Unique International Experience
The Esade BBA curriculum includes a mandatory exchange semester, fully integrated into the program structure. In your fourth year, you’ll leave Barcelona to study abroad at one of the world’s top 87 universities. There is also the possibility of a 1-year exchange. There’s also the option to do a full-year exchange.This program is an enriching experience on every level, helping you grow both professionally and personally.
International stays are highly valued by companies and open doors to a global career.
The world’s best business schools are waiting for you
Disclaimer: The information in this section is provided as a guide and may change over time. We do our best to keep it updated, so please check back regularly for the latest details.
Which one will you choose?
Europe
United States
Canada
Latin America
Asia
Oceania
International Fair - Connecting Students with Global Learning Opportunities
The International Fair is a great chance for students to know the options that Esade offers to them about the Exchange program, a compulsory part of the program.
Esade, as one of the schools of Ramon Llull University that has the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE), participates in mobility activities for learning, cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices through the Erasmus+ program.
Dual Degree Programs
If you want to further increase your international exposure, Esade offers you the option to study two years at Esade and two years at a partner university. You can choose between:
Schulich School of Business (Canada), which allows you to earn a double degree from two top institutions in Europe and North America. The integrated goals and curriculum of both institutions will help you consolidate your management knowledge, specialize in a Minor, and multiply your value as a professional through a unique academic and life experience.
Guanghua School of Management (Beijing), by joining the international Future Leaders program: a 100% English-taught program that will give you deep insight into China and prepare you to face the new challenges of globalization.
Dual Degree Esade-Schulich
4 years. 2 degrees. 1 life-changing experience
With the Esade-Schulich Dual Degree, you’ll earn two official business degrees in just four years—one from Esade and one from Schulich School of Business (York University, Canada), ranked #1 in Canada by the Financial Times.
Our graduates are ready to lead and innovate anywhere in the world. With strong leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, they thrive in global companies, startups, and international careers — making a lasting difference wherever they go.
How does it work?
First 2 years at Esade (Sant Cugat Campus)
Final 2 years at Schulich School of Business (Toronto, Canada)
What does this program offer?
— Internationally recognized dual degree
— Cultural and academic immersion across two continents
— Access to professional internships in Europe and Canada
Specializations in areas such as:
Consulting & Strategy
Marketing
Finance
Data Analytics
Entrepreneurship & Family Business
Program structure
Year 1
Gain a solid foundation in essential business tools such as programming, accounting, and data analytics to better understand the information companies rely on. You’ll also explore how economic contexts shape business decisions and organizational behavior.
Year 2
Take your first steps into management by studying key functional areas—operations, marketing, and finance. Apply your knowledge to real-world business cases and collaborative projects.
Year 3
Focus on how companies design and implement effective strategies, integrating what you’ve learned across disciplines.
Year 4
Customize your studies through electives that align with your career interests, and gain hands-on experience during your internship. You’ll complete the program with your final dissertation, marking your transition into the professional world.
How to Apply?
Admission for new candidates
Second-Year Application
Toronto: A world-class destination for higher education
Imagine studying in a city that’s as diverse, dynamic, and driven as you are. Welcome to Toronto—Canada’s biggest city and one of the most multicultural places on the planet.
From global business hubs to indie cafés, tech startups to art festivals, Toronto is where ideas come alive. It’s not just a place to study—it’s a place to grow, connect, and launch your future.
Why Toronto?
- Safe, inclusive, and student-friendly
- Endless cultural experiences, nature escapes, and career opportunities
Meet our Partner
Schulich School of Business – York University (Toronto, Canada)
Known as Canada’s Global Business School, the Schulich School of Business in Toronto is ranked among the leading business schools in Canada and the world by a number of global MBA surveys, including the Financial Times, LinkedIn and QS.
Global, innovative, and diverse, Schulich offers business programs year-round at its state-of-the-art complex at York University. The School also has strategic and academic partnerships with a number of the world’s leading business schools in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America.
Dual Degree Esade – Guanghua School of Management
Stand out with the Future Leaders Program
Esade offers you the possibility to participate in the Future Leaders program, spending the first two years of your BBA at Esade in Barcelona, then heading to Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management for years 3 and 4 — studying alongside top international students in one of Asia’s most dynamic business hubs.
Designed for high-achieving students who aspire to understand China’s role in the global economy, the program combines a rigorous business education with cross-cultural learning and leadership development. Students study core courses in economics, management, and data-driven decision-making while gaining first-hand insight into Asia’s dynamic markets. Located at China’s top university, Guanghua provides an immersive academic and cultural experience that prepares students to become globally minded, socially responsible leaders in business and society.
Double degree. Global mindset. Real impact.
Dive into the world’s fastest-growing consumer market
Learn from leading professors and connect with future changemakers
Graduate in just four years with two degrees
A Bachelor in Business Administration from Esade and a Bachelor in Management from Guanghua.
Meet our partner
Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management
Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management is one of China’s most prestigious business schools, ranked among the top in Asia. It holds AACSB and EQUIS accreditations, a mark of global academic excellence. Located in Beijing, it offers world-class programs that blend Eastern insight with Western innovation. Its faculty are leading scholars shaping business research and policy in China and beyond. Guanghua graduates join a powerful network of influential global leaders and entrepreneurs.