Innovation & Entrepreneurship Semester Abroad in Barcelona
Program Overview
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.
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- Fall
- Spring
- Business
- Technology
Updated Aug 19, 2026
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Locations
- Barcelona, Spain
Fields & Subjects
- Technology
- Business
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- 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
Age Requirement
18+
Starts At
- semester: $5,613
Payment Terms
- Payment Plan
- Scholarships
Refund Policy
Other
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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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