Create a meaningful change to reshape your success
Do you want to turn your ideas into action? Do you aspire to have a greater impact on society and go further? Disruptive technologies nourish global transformation, demanding we rethink our roles and tasks. Education is the way to continue evolving towards a better future.
The Esade Executive MBA is your path to becoming the best you can be. It is your chance to think bigger. The Executive MBA is the steppingstone to reach your full untapped potential - while continuing to meet your existing responsibilities.
Upcoming Edition
Start: February 2027
Format and Location
In person, in Esade Madrid Campus (C. de Valle de la Fuenfría, 3)
Schedule
Once a month, from Thursday to Saturday, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM and from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
International Experience
100% in English, with up to three International Immersion Experiences—one mandatory and two optional—across Europe, the United States, and Asia.
Upcoming events
There is no better way to know something than to experience it firsthand.
We regularly organize on campus and online events so that you can learn about Esade, the Executive MBA, and career options among many other things.
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SaturdayOctober 2026
Executive MBA Open Day - Barcelona
09:00 - 14:00
(CET)
This event will be held in English
Av. Esplugues, 92-96 | Barcelona
Experience Esade like never before. At Esade we use diverse and innovative methodologies so that our participants get the most out of the Executive MBA. Now, we want you to experience it first-hand.
AGENDA
9:00h - Registration and Check-In 9:30h - Welcome and Program Overview by Prof. Xavier Ferràs 10:00h - Masterclass: "Are You Losing the Customer? The Blind Spots Inside Organizations", with Professor Andrés Cuneo 11:00h - Coffee Break 11:30h - "Pathways to Success: Insights", with Pollyanna Nethersole, Director of International Recruitment and Admissions at Esade 12:30h - Executive Alumni Panel 13:15h - Networking Reception 14:00h - Closing Remarks
Guided by professors and coaches, create your own agenda for change and advance in your professional career.
Innovative Capacity
Develop unique skills in innovation, entrepreneurship, and intrapreneurship and apply these skills in business projects or strategic transformation.
Personalization
Customize the program with optional subjects at Esade or abroad. You can specialize in the functional area of your choice.
Global Perspective
You will look at the world from a new perspective thanks to the international experiences offered by the program and the diversity in the classroom.
MBA Community
Expand your network beyond your classmates. Connect with a prestigious institution that will support you throughout your professional life.
Business Ecosystem
Access Esade's exclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem: mentors, Business Angels, professional services, and regular meetings. A multifaceted environment designed for your business growth.
Rankings
#7Best MBA worldwide
Financial Times 2026
#7Best Executive MBA in Europe
QS 2025
#3
Best Executive MBA in Diversity
QS 2025
#4
Best Executive MBA in Career Outcome
QS 2025
#5
Best Executive Education in the world
Financial Times 2026
Financial Support so that nothing holds you back
Esade’s Executive MBA comes with investment, not just in time and dedication but also financial. For this reason, we offer several ways of financing your studies at Esade as well as a complete Sponsorship Program.
If the monthly format appeals to you but Madrid isn't the right fit, you also have the option to study at our Barcelona Campus. Explore all the Executive MBA format options and find the one that best fits your lifestyle and goals.
EMBA Monthly (Madrid or Barcelona)
Format & Location: In-person, once a month (Barcelona or Madrid)
Schedule: 3-day sessions (Thu–Sat, full days)
Language: English
Duration: Barcelona 21 months, Madrid 18 months
Start date: Barcelona November, Madrid February
International experiences: 3 total (1 mandatory, 2 optional)
Ideal profile: Executives needing a concentrated monthly commitment
EMBA Online Blended
Format & Location: Online + On-campus (Barcelona & Madrid)
Schedule: Weekly 3.5-h live online (Fri or Sat) + 4 campus weeks (Mon–Sat)
Language: English
Duration: 22 months
Start date: October
International experiences: 3 total (1 mandatory, 2 optional)
Ideal profile: Globally mobile or remote professionals seeking maximum flexibility
EMBA Weekly Barcelona
Format & Location: In-person, every week (Barcelona)
Schedule: Fri afternoon + Sat morning
Language: Spanish & English
Duration: 19 months
Start date: November
International experiences: 3 total (1 mandatory, 2 optional)
Ideal profile: Professionals living or working near Barcelona
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