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Innovation & Entrepreneurship Semester Abroad in Barcelona

by: ESEI International Business School Barcelona

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Study in Barcelona. Build career-ready innovation and entrepreneurship skills. Explore business beyond the classroom. Join ESEI International Business School for a full-semester international learning experience in one of Europe's most innovative cities. Our Innovation & Entrepreneurship Semester Abroad is designed for students who want practical business knowledge, international exposure, and an unforgettable experience in Barcelona. Study for a full semester — Fall or Spring — and immerse yourself in a complete slate of modules. You will learn from international faculty, take part in company visits and learning walks, and connect with a truly global student community. Choose your semester Each semester is made up of the following modules: Fall Semester — October to February Entrepreneurship: Mindset, Skills and Ideation. Business Model Innovation. Emerging Technologies in Business. Entrepreneurial Finance. Digital Marketing Strategy. Spring Semester — February to June Design Thinking and Innovation. Innovation and Change Management. The Lean Startup. Online Growth. Digital Business Strategy. Tuition fees €4,850 per semester.

Program Highlights

Spend a full semester studying in Barcelona, one of Europe's most dynamic hubs for business, innovation, technology, and creative industries.

Learn directly from 55+ industry-experienced faculty who bring active professional practice into every classroom.

Go beyond the classroom through company field visits, industry guest speaker sessions, learning walks, and hands-on team projects across Barcelona.

Build your international network alongside students from 50+ nationalities and join a global alumni community of 2,230+.

Earn academic credit and a Certificate of Completion, with full access to ESEI facilities, student services, and industry-focused workshops.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Barcelona, Spain
Starts At: $5,613 for semester
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Business
  • Technology
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Aug 19, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Barcelona, Spain

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Business
  • Technology

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Starts At

  • semester: $5,613

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees

Payment Terms

  • Payment Plan
  • Scholarships

Refund Policy

Other

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Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Master’s degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Associate degree
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

What modules are in the Innovation & Entrepreneurship semester?

Fall covers Entrepreneurship: Mindset, Skills and Ideation; Business Model Innovation; Emerging Technologies in Business; Entrepreneurial Finance; and Digital Marketing Strategy. Spring covers Design Thinking and Innovation, Innovation and Change Management, The Lean Startup, Online Growth, and Digital Business Strategy.

Do I need a startup idea before I apply?

No. No prior professional experience is required, and no existing venture is expected. Fall begins with Entrepreneurship: Mindset, Skills and Ideation, then moves into business model innovation and entrepreneurial finance. Spring builds on design thinking and lean startup methods to test and grow ideas.

Why is Barcelona a good city to study entrepreneurship?

Barcelona is a dynamic hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and creative industries. Students gain access to that ecosystem directly through company field visits, innovation and entrepreneurship walks, and industry guest speaker sessions across the city.

What entrepreneurial skills will I build?

You'll develop skills in entrepreneurship, innovation, business modelling, digital strategy, and lean startup methods. Coursework spans ideation, business model design, emerging technologies, entrepreneurial finance, change management, and online growth, applied through teamwork projects and workshops.

Which semester should I choose, Fall or Spring?

Both are complete semesters. Fall (October–February) focuses on ideation, business models, emerging technologies, and entrepreneurial finance. Spring (February–June) focuses on design thinking, change management, lean startup methods, and digital growth. Choose based on whether you want to start from ideas or from execution.

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Study in Barcelona. Build career-ready innovation and entrepreneurship skills. Explore business beyond the classroom. Join ESEI International Business School for a full-semester international learning experience in one of Europe's most innovative cities. Our Innovation & Entrepreneurship Semester Abroad is designed for students who want practical business knowledge, international exposure, and an unforgettable experience in Barcelona. Study for a full semester — Fall or Spring — and immerse yourself in a complete slate of modules. You will learn from international faculty, take part in company visits and learning walks, and connect with a truly global student community. Choose your semester Each semester is made up of the following modules: Fall Semester — October to February Entrepren...

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