EADA Business School Barcelona's Master in Finance is a one-year, officially recognized program designed to equip you for an international career in finance. Associated with the CFA Institute and developed in collaboration with prestigious financial institutions, this master's provides a comprehensive education covering everything from evaluating investment opportunities to portfolio and merger management.
Throughout the program, you will have the opportunity to specialize in corporate finance or investment banking, and develop key skills in financial analysis, asset valuation, and risk management. Furthermore, EADA's methodology, focused on small class sizes and a multicultural environment, combined with its executive development program, will equip you with the critical thinking and leadership skills necessary to succeed in a global business environment.
- Course: Master in Finance
- Mode: In-person
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Language: English
- Required experience: 0 - 3 years
- Dedication: Full time
- Timetable: Monday to Friday , mornings
- Start date: 6 Oct. 2025
- Duration: 9 months
Why EADA?
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Enjoy the Barcelona lifestyle
EADA offers a unique learning environment, with the hustle and bustle of one of the most beautiful cities in Europe waiting to be explored just a few steps away.
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Get your hands dirty
You actively participate in engaging class discussions, sharing your insights and debating innovative solutions to real business problems – all under the guidance of our experienced faculty.
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Stand out from the crowd
Small class sizes and individual follow-up make the most of your unique potential. Joint activities allow you to integrate into the larger EADA community without losing that personal touch.
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Develop the leader in you
Our intense leadership development programme takes you from the reflection phase right through to implementation, preparing you to be a self-aware, effective leader of change.
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Internationalise your profile
There is no better preparation for your future career than spending a year at EADA, with multicultural, multidisciplinary teams working together to solve the business problems facing today’s top companies.
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Hack your dream career
EADA’s partnerships with the CFA Institute, ACCA and Thomson Reuters Eikon guarantee you a level of expertise consistent with the very best professional qualifications. All that, plus regular networking opportunities and recruiting events with top companies.
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Study and live in Barcelona: EADA makes it easy for you
Studying at EADA Business School Barcelona is a complete experience. It means living a transformative journey in a city that inspires, connects and opens doors. With two campuses in the heart of Barcelona, EADA students have the opportunity to combine an excellent education with the rich cultural and social life of the capital of Catalonia.
Barcelona is a cultural reference point and also a key business and educational hub in Southern Europe. The metropolis is home to one of the most dynamic economies in the old continent, as it is the headquarters of multinationals, startups and accelerators in leading sectors such as technology, finance and sustainability. More than 25,000 international students choose Barcelona as a global business education city, recognized by the world’s top rankings such as QS Best Student Cities thanks to factors such as its multiculturalism, infrastructure and Mediterranean climate, and remains in the top 10 of the world’s best cities for the World’s Best Cities 2025.
The cost of living is competitive compared to other leading European cities, as the city has accommodation options to suit different budgets and needs, especially in terms of shared residences such as those offered by Livensa Living, a company with which EADA has an agreement.
Monthly average price of Livensa Residence cost
*25-26 academic year. Example of a monthly price minimum 10 months for a ind+twins room
EADA in Rankings
#35
Worldwide Masters in Finance pre-experience Financial Times 2025#9
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Employed at three months Masters in Finance pre-experience Financial Times 202595%
International students Masters in Finance pre-experience Financial Times 2025#27
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Best Master’s in Finance Worldwide – 100% Employability
The International Master in Finance ranks 35th in the Financial Times Masters in Finance 2025 ranking, securing its place among the world's best. With 100% employability within three months, it stands out for its global outlook, academic excellence, and commitment to sustainability.
Discover the Master’s ranking and hear what some of its participants have to say.
The experience of Xavier, Felicia & Ahmed
Ahmed: " If you're managing people, you'll definitely need leadership skills because only hard skills are not enough to grow in this industry. You need to be socially smart, emotionally intelligent, and EADA helped me with that."
Felicia: "I prioritized the fact that it had an international profile, that it was well ranked within Europe, and that it provided good networking opportunities."
Xavier: "The most important aspect that made me decide for EADA was its clear focus on teaching soft skills development, since it's extremely important in today's working environment."
Sebastián Oberti
Financial Business Analyst, SeQura
It is exciting to work in the new FinTech field of ‘Buy now pay later’ in today’s constantly changing economic environment. I use what I learned at EADA every day. The soft skills that I developed at the Residential Training Campus are vital to my understanding of leadership, empathy and adaptation, and I apply what I learned there regularly in meetings, negotiations, projects and work in teams. The technical knowledge in diverse areas of finance and my experience with the faculty at EADA also provide me with a clear added value in the company.
Andre Birri
Relationship Manager PBI Mexico, Credit Suisse
Pursuing the International Master in Finance at EADA was a huge step out of my comfort zone - but it turned out to be one of the best experiences I have ever had. It was a really challenging academic year, filled with lots of group projects and many hours studying and conducting research. The best thing about the master’s is that all of the courses are interconnected – the knowledge obtained from one is often used as a base for another, making it easy to remember what you have learned. I am sure that I will be able to develop a solid career in private banking.
Your campuses Your home away from home.
At EADA, we believe that diversity is the spice of life, and we are committed to providing a rich and varied experience for our students. Our unique multi-campus methodology guarantees that your master's will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
EADA-Barcelona City Centre Campus - Professional know-how
Practical, hands-on classes with experienced professionals to develop the strategic vision and problem-solving skills to excel
EADA-Residential Training Campus - Leadership development
Role plays, outdoor training and business simulations to make you an expert in building relationships and inspiring teams
EADA partner schools around the world - a Global mindset
A trimester or a whole year at one of our prestigious partner schools to hone your skills and fine tune your cultural agility
Your Master in Finance: Develop the knowledge and skills to stand out from the crowd.
From the very first day, you dive deep into the world of finance. You develop the critical thinking skills to analyse and perform well in even the most demanding business situations. Expert faculty and carefully selected case studies mean that you leave with a firm grasp of latest professional practice and the strategy to apply it effectively.
Core finance courses
Financial Accounting
Financial Mathematics
Financial Products & Markets
Business Analysis & Planning
Company Valuation & M&A
Derivatives
Ethics & Professional Standards
Financial Modelling
Global Compass: Geo-economics & Geo-politics
Portfolio Management
Private Equity
Risk Management
Strategic Management
Structured Finance
Thomson Reuters Certification
Strategic specialisations *
FinTech
- Fundamentals of FinTech
- Python & Tableau
- Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies
- Empirical Methods in Finance
Corporate Finance
- Behavioural Finance
- Derivatives & Hedge Accounting
- Entrepreneurial Finance
- Management Accounting
- Real Estate Finance
- Structured Finance
- Global Supply Chain Finance
Investment Banking
- Hedge Funds Demystified
- Banking
- Day Trading
- Investing In Emerging Markets
- Investment Banking & Dealmaking
* Courses in each specialisation change annually; the courses listed here are examples from previous years.
Leadership development programme
Leading Oneself
Leading in Teams
Leading across the Organisation
Leading Oneself in Society
Complementary components
SKEMA International Immersion Week
Presentations & conferences
Practical Final Project
Exchange & Double Degree (optional)
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Degrees
- Upon successful completion of the entire programme, in accordance with the academic requirements specified, you will be awarded the Diploma in International Master in Finance issued by EADA Business School.
- You will also be awarded, provided that you fulfill the corresponding academic requirements, the Diploma in Máster Universitario en Gestión Empresarial Especialidad en Especialidad en Finanzas y Contabilidad issued by Universidad de Vic-Universidad Central de Catalunya.
Your strategic specialisations: Tailor your master.
The strategic specialisations in the third trimester are your opportunity to explore what you are passionate about and jump start your career in investment banking, corporate finance or FinTech. Tailor your courses to your professional objectives, improving your employability and demonstrating a clear added value to the company.
Specialise in Investment Banking
Develop your trading skills and analyse financial performance
Specialise in Corporate Finance
Gain the know-how to align financial decision making with strategy
Specialise in FinTech
Launch your career in digital finance
Your CFA advantage: Prepare for the challenge.
Our programme prepares you for all three levels of the CFA exam, the professional qualification of choice among top investment firms including Bank of America, BlackRock, Citigroup, Credit Suisse, HSBC, JPMorgan Chase, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo.
Exam scholarships
The CFA exam is a great first step to building a career in investment management. EADA offers full scholarships to all three levels of the exam to promising graduates for both the June and December test dates.
Career resources
The CFA Career Center is a specialised jobbank to launch your international career in finance including webinars, job alerts and top-quality articles to keep you up-to-date on the latest in selection processes and career advancement.
CFA Research Challenge
More than 1,000 universities and business schools from around the world take part in this global competition – all competing to compile the best analyst report of a publicly listed company. EADA has consistently placed in the top three positions in the Madrid final.
Your Company Valuation Challenge: Analyse, synthesise, value.
We are always looking for new ways to connect you to companies and the work they do. Calculating a company’s worth is an invaluable skill for today’s finance professionals, from investment bankers to partners in leading firms. In the Company Valuation Challenge, you work alongside a leading private equity firm to value the companies in their portfolio, going through the same processes as their top professionals every quarter.
Learn from the best
Learn from the experience of leaders in the Finance Industry
Gain confidence
Develop the skills and confidence to apply irigocrous methodologies to valuation
Develop your skills
Develop an experience-based mindset with specialised tools and resources
Your SKEMA International Immersion Trip
Take your learning beyond the classroom and build connections that open doors.
The SKEMA International Immersion Trip offers you a unique opportunity to study at our prestigious partner, SKEMA Business School in Paris, France and connect with the real world of global business. This week-long experience combines interactive classes with exclusive visits to leading international companies. You'll gain valuable insights into today’s business challenges, explore global trends and see innovation in action. This is your chance to grow your international network, strengthen your career prospects, and experience business from a global perspective.
Your final project: Learning by doing.
The final project is an opportunity to put into practice what you have learned during the year, integrating theory and practice to solve real-life management problems - from a detailed assessment of the latest major corporate merger, to a comparative analysis of microfinance institutions.
Companies analysed in projects include
AB InBev
Air Berlin
Alibaba
Amazon
Apple, Inc.
Bayer
Coca-Cola
Ecopetrol
Ferrari
General Motors
Harley-Davidson
Manchester United
Netflix
Pfizer Allergan
Samsung
Swatch Group
Symrise
Tesla
Toyota
Volkswagen
Walmart
Whole Foods
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