Would you like to work as a consultant in international politics, economics or globalization? Would you like to be part of organizations such as UNESCO, WHO, or the European Union?
At Esade, you’ll find a degree that allows you to specialize in international relations or economics, and move from Barcelona to top universities and institutions around the world.
The Bachelor in Global Governance, Economics & Legal Order Will teach you to help solve the political, economic, and legal issues facing governments and organizations worldwide. Not only will you have a solid background in global governance, but you will also have the added value of a specialization in politics or global economics, and an expert knowledge of a geographic area of the world.
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International governance + geopolitics + international law + economics
You will be trained in a wide range of fundamental issues for global governance – including: international legal systems; human rights; cybersecurity; macroeconomics, geopolitics, international institutions, and the environment.
The degree is taught entirely in English and offers significant language training: to strengthen your geographical specialty, you will be able to study Spanish and French or German (optional).
Study a Global Governance degree in spain. The program is delivered in Barcelona, one of the world’s most interesting and engaging cities. However, it includes a compulsory semester abroad and the opportunity to participate in multiple experiences at international institutions in the E.U. and U.S.
During your Bachelor in Global Governance, Economics & Legal Order program you’ll live and learn alongside people from many different countries. The mindset you’ll develop will increase your ability to pursue a successful global career in multicultural environments.
Solve practical cases and participate in international moot courts, model United Nations sessions, and a capstone module based on a European Investment Bank project.
In the third and fourth years, you can gain work experience in international organizations such as the European Court of Auditors, the World Bank, and UNESCO. In the third year, you can carry out solidarity internships in countries such as Bolivia, Cambodia, Tanzania or Costa Rica.
The evidence is clear: climate change and the unsustainable depletion of natural resources present a real, shared, and growing risk for every country.
In this challenge we ask you to apply your skills, knowledge and critical thinking to analyze and solve a problem related to climate-change. Take part of this challenge and show us your ideas!
In the second year you must choose the track that will decide the orientation of your degree: you can choose either political science or economics.
Become an expert in international economics
In this track, you will learn to understand and analyse how the world economy works. Subjects include macroeconomics, mathematics, and statistics (some of the key content studied in an economics degree).
Understand world politics
In this specialization, you will study political science and globalization, international politics, and conflict management, as well as geopolitics and natural resources.
What are international relations without a multidisciplinary perspective? Today’s political, social, and economic events can no longer be understood from a single area of knowledge: a multidisciplinary view is essential. Nations, and their institutions and companies, interact and relate constantly. Professional experts with a deep knowledge of international transactions are increasingly needed to monitor regulations in different countries, and the geopolitical and economic issues that shape reality.
With the Bachelor in Global Governance, Economics & Legal Order you will be one of these experts: you will be trained to analyse from a multidisciplinary point of view all types of international relations and provide solutions to the conflicts that public and private organisations face in a global environment. Understanding how the world works will enable you to influence the world, which will multiply your career options and make you invaluable for global companies and organisations.
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Marc Passola, Bachelor in Global Governance, Economics, and Legal Order student at Esade. Learn about the professional and personal growth he's achieved through international and hands-on experiences, professional opportunities and valuable knowledge gained both inside and outside the classroom.
Whether you have a passion for politics, economics, or international governance, this journey will inspire you to explore your own path in the field of global relations.
Join us and explore Esade’s Barcelona-Sant Cugat Campus! This campus offers endless opportunities inside and outside the classroom to help you achieve your goals and fully embrace the university experience.
Discover the Rambla of Innovation, state-of-the-art classrooms, the library, and more spaces designed to inspire learning, collaboration, and innovation. Get a firsthand look at the environments where future leaders are shaped and see why Esade is the perfect place to grow both personally and professionally.
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Duration: 4 years
Start Date: September 2026
Official degree:
Number of credits: 240 ECTS
Intake: 130
Location: Esade Barcelona-Sant Cugat campus
*2026-2027 academic year tuition fees: €20,500
*Esade may update annually their prices - but such increases shall not exceed the annual rate of inflation.