Management Study Abroad Programs in Barcelona, Spain

Spend a semester or academic year in the modern and cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, Spain, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester studying at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF). Courses are taught in English or Spanish, with no previous Spanish language study required. There are many ways to make an impact within Barcelona’s local community. Once you’re abroad, volunteer opportunities will be available through local NGOs to provide services to people in need within the local community. Live in a Spanish homestay or, for an additional fee, in an apartment or student residence. Homestay students receive breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday from the family. Apartment and residence students have access to a shared kitchen. Cultural and social activities include guided tours of Barcelona and its famous landmarks and attractions, cooking classes, Flamenco performances, and tapas evenings with Spanish students. 3-day excursions to the Pyrenees (fall only) and Tarragona and Southern Catalonia (spring only) are included in the program fee, as well as day trips to Gerona and Besalú, Figueras and the Salvador Dalí Museum, and Montserrat and Sitges.

What is your proficiency level in Spanish? Whether you are an absolute beginner or advanced, get the chance to study at a university in Barcelona! We offer programs at the Menendez Pelayo International University (UIMP) (available in summer), the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), and the University of Barcelona. Drop by our office as well, which is in the city’s historic district and within close proximity to the Plaza de Cataluña and the Palau de la Música. Here, you can participate in daily tutorials, use our facilities and amenities, or hang out with other program participants. If you need information, our friendly staff are eager to help you. The best part about studying in Barcelona is the chance to immerse in its rich languages - Castilian Spanish and Catalán. Enjoy its creative arts and explore its cultural diversity. Don’t miss its vibrant nightlife as well, and find out why the city is one of Spain’s top clubbing destinations! Discover the unique and stunning architecture, which ranges from mosaic buildings to medieval Gothic castles. Or go on a trip to the countryside to escape bustling city life.

Barcelona is one of Europe's crown jewels, known for its stunning architecture, world-class cuisine, and vibrant cultural heritage. The city is also considered one of the region's most dynamic startup ecosystems and leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship. For these reasons, Barcelona has become an ideal destination for international students interested in studying business and culture. Designed for students with a background in business, CIEE Barcelona's Business + Culture program offers students access to countless cultural wonders, all while earning college credit. From indulging in mouth-watering tapas to marveling at world-famous architect Antoni Gaudí's 20+ sites (like his masterpieces La Sagrada Família and Park Güell) to participating in traditional Catalan dances (like the native Sardana dance), you'll discover all Barcelona has to offer during your semester abroad with CIEE in the most popular city of Spain.

OUR MOST AFFORDABLE SPAIN PROGRAM Set your sights on Spain! Beautiful Barcelona has it all: Spanish and Catalan culture, stunning coastline, tantalizing food, and easy access to most of Europe. IFSA puts it all in reach. Take classes at the IFSA Program Center with other IFSA students, taught by Barcelona-based faculty. Select from business, social science, arts and humanities, and interdisciplinary classes. There’s also opportunity for an internship. For deeper immersion, opt to enroll in two classes at prestigious Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF). UPF offers top-quality instruction in finance, communications, politics, and more, mostly taught in English. As a UPF student, you can also take advantage of university clubs and other offerings. Living with other students in housing vetted by IFSA, you’ll find it easy to explore the best of Barcelona, from La Boquería to Sagrada Família. Plus, you’ll gain insights tourists often miss, with a great selection of excursions, all included (that’s right, no additional fees). Possibilities include discovering Dali’s groundbreaking art in Figueras, exploring beautiful Monserrat, known for mountain beauty and the Benedictine monastery.

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and airport pick-up – all considered the core of our package. Some programs also include all or most meals, extensive off-site orientations/excursions, transportation passes, and more. Whether you want to study for a year, semester, or summer, intern for a month to a year, or take an intensive foreign language course for a couple of weeks, CIS Abroad has the perfect program for you at the best value! "You're Going Places with CIS Abroad!"

Experience an unforgettable summer taking classes and traveling through Europe! The Ultimate Summer in Europe program is a multi-city summer study abroad program that visits some of Europe's top cities. Classes are taught by an international team of professors who travel with you. In the evenings and on weekends, enjoy free time to explore and sightsee on your own. Make friends from around the world while gaining valuable professional and academic experience. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Lugano, Verona, Riva del Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available. Don't miss our early bird discount! Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.

Studying abroad in Spain with IES Abroad means immersive cultural excursions, hands-on classes, afternoon siestas, and evenings strolling through winding streets to find your favorite tapas. You will explore UNESCO world heritage sites, wander through acclaimed art museums, and marvel at unique architecture as you stroll through winding streets, all while experiencing the wonders of this diverse country when you study abroad in Spain. The extensive Atlantic and Mediterranean coastline has made Spain one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations, but beyond the veneer of tourism, Spain has a long and complicated history of Roman, Catholic, Jewish, and Arab influences. This mix has produced stunning and varied architecture, a strong tradition of academic scholarship, some of the 20th century’s most influential artists, and a complex sense of modern national identity. From the modern European cities of Madrid and Barcelona, to the medieval university of Salamanca and the Moorish flavor of Granada, Spain has a place for everyone to explore and better understand Spanish culture, which is far from easy to define. If you're looking for adventure, Spain will not disappoint!

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

In the Summer Course in Innovation and Future Thinking, you'll be detecting signs of change, organizing ideas into comprehensible models, finding new ways to assess possible futures, identifying potential barriers and opportunities, and designing innovative ideas. It focuses on the strategic, innovative, and creative aspects of future thinking. You'll start with data collection and modeling, and then explore and adopt narrative development, strategic foresight, and prototyping. You’ll find out how to effectively inform users about new products and services. You’ll apply this new know-how to a final project, providing solutions for problems. This two-week summer course is for students and professionals from various fields and backgrounds who share a healthy interest in innovation and creative thinking. You'll study in Barcelona, a global design and innovation hub. The city itself will be your case study as you search for indicators, behaviors, messages, and signs to predict change. This course is taught in English and starts each July.

Barcelona—Spain’s second-largest city—features a cosmopolitan atmosphere, a temperate climate, marvelous art, and fantastic opportunities to learn. Gaze upon Antoni Gaudí’s gothic Sagrada Familia church. Enjoy delicious tapas while socializing with new friends. Experience the thrill of soccer at Europe’s largest stadium, Camp Nou. CEA CAPA partners with some of Spain’s best institutions giving you various options, including the University of Barcelona, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, University of Vic, ESADE Business School, CETT-University of Barcelona, and Pompeu Fabra University. You can study at one of these prestigious institutions, at CEA CAPA’s Barcelona Center – located in the heart of the city, or experience both with a hybrid learning program. In addition to study abroad programs, you can explore CEA CAPA Internships Abroad in Barcelona. Gain hands-on, pre-professional experience that helps you dive into a career field, develop the skills you need, and help you rise above the competition. Interested in going abroad with CEA CAPA? Contact us to get started!

Enrich your time between high school and college with a gap program, differentiate your résumé with an internship, or get class credit while you study abroad. Along the way, you’ll attend a prestigious university, enjoy career-accelerating experiences, and immerse yourself in Spain’s language, lifestyle, and culture. API offers a variety of programs in six different locations, spanning the country regionally, culturally, and linguistically. If you are coming to Spain for the first time, be warned: this is a country that fast becomes an addiction. You might not have enough of the celebration of some local fiesta or the vibrant nightlife.

Intern in Spain with Intern Abroad HQ and experience award-winning, accredited programs in Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona, Tenerife or Seville. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, gap year traveler, or career changer, you’ll gain real-world experience in fields like Business, Psychology, Animal Care, Ecological Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Early Childhood Education, and more. Choose your start date and stay from 2 to 24 weeks - fully flexible to fit your schedule. Soak up Spain’s subtropical Mediterranean climate while exploring its world-famous cuisine, beaches, parks, and iconic architecture. Intern Abroad HQ handles everything: a guaranteed internship placement, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, 24/7 in-country support, and a reference letter from your host organization. Intern alongside English-speaking professionals or practice your Spanish as you gain course credit and save thousands on tuition fees. With the most affordable internship programs abroad, Intern Abroad HQ empowers you to boost your resume and launch your global career with confidence.

ALBA Study Abroad in Barcelona's central mission is to offer a personalized, highly cultural and accessible study abroad experience for the student. In the process of meeting a student’s needs as a study abroad program, we aim at developing and enriching the student’s mind and spirit through cultural immersion. There are several principal means by which our mission is accomplished. Classes ranging from Global Economics to Architectural Sketching are available with a friendly environment that's ready to help you learn beyond the classroom and make the most of your experience. Many cultural advantages included: - Weekend Excursions leaving every week to various regions of Catalonia - Cooking classes with a local chef - Urban staff-led outings

The Barcelona SAE Academic Center (SIS) offers a hybrid semester program in collaboration with the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), one of Spain’s top universities. Students can choose from courses in fields such as business, humanities, and hispanic studies, all available in both English and Spanish, for deeper cultural immersion. With courses available in both English and Spanish, students are taught by experienced local and international faculty who bring real-world knowledge to every class. Classes are held at the SIS city center campus in the mornings and the historic Ciutadella campus at UPF in the afternoons. This semester program strikes the perfect balance of small class sizes and local integration, providing students with a truly unique study abroad experience. One of the highlights of this semester program is our signature Barce-Local Integration Experience - a dedicated period at the start of the term designed to help students immerse themselves in the local culture before courses begin.

The EU Barcelona bachelor’s programs are seven-semester, three-year programs (240 ECTS) that allow you to transfer to campuses in between Barcelona, Geneva, Munich, and digital during the first four semesters. With start dates in October, February, June, and August, you will develop an entrepreneurial, creative, and innovative mindset and become well-versed in business principles. We develop business professionals by combining traditional teaching methods with experiential learning such as company visits, guest speaker sessions, conferences, business simulations, group discussions, and project work, among others. We immerse you in a real-world business environment and expound on the latest technological advances to prepare you for the dynamic and challenging workplace.

The Summer School is an international, immersive education program. It will provide you with an interactive learning experience by engaging with expert lecturers and European industry. Through company visits, cultural site visits and hands-on learning, you will expand your knowledge & network. Join a leading European Business School this summer and participate to a dynamic program. Choose from a variety of business and management courses at the bachelor’s or master’s level and experience Europe while earning valuable ECTS credits toward your degree. Live a unique international and multicultural experience by meeting with companies to understand how business is done in Europe. With coaching sessions, hands-on projects and group work you will upskill yourself and learn how to work cross-culturally. Students can choose from our list of business management courses. Our Summer School takes place in two amazing European cities: Toulouse & Barcelona. Students can select the dates that best fits in with their summer plans and earn up to 21 ECTS. Selected students who would like to earn 24 ECTS may ask about our asynchronous intercultural, self-reflection project.

Our program in Barcelona, Spain, offered for both a semester and an academic year, is designed for students aiming to excel in the global business environment. This English-taught program combines the dynamic world of international business with the innovative marketing strategies needed to succeed in today’s global economy, all within the vibrant and culturally rich setting of Barcelona. The International Business & Marketing Program in English in Barcelona, Spain, for a semester or academic year, provides a comprehensive exploration of global commerce and innovative marketing in one of Europe’s leading business hubs. Tailored for students seeking to expand their expertise in international business dynamics and marketing techniques without the language barrier, this program leverages Barcelona’s status as a Mediterranean economic powerhouse and a center for startups and multinational companies.