MASTER'S DEGREE IN INTERNATIONAL MBA

1. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
Business Management Fundamentals is the opening subject of the IMBA program and a cornerstone of the international trade curriculum.

Emphasis is placed on strategic thinking, responsible leadership, and sustainable practices, while fostering a deep understanding of the economic and geopolitical dynamics that shape global markets. Through a blend of lectures, case studies, and collaborative projects, students develop the ability to analyze complex scenarios, lead transformation processes, and make decisions aligned with ethical and sustainable business principles.

- Global Macroeconomics
- International Markets
- Business Strategy
- Change Management
- Business ethics & sustainability

2. LEADERSHIP AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership and Personal Development is a key subject in the IMBA program designed to empower students with the essential competencies required to lead effectively in the global business arena.

The course sharpens negotiation techniques with an emphasis on conflict resolution and cultural adaptability. It enhances leadership and communication capabilities through a strong focus on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and ethical influence, all essential for inspiring collaboration and driving team performance.

Critical thinking modules foster sound judgment and strategic decision-making in complex and uncertain environments.

By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the tools to lead with clarity, empathy, and effectiveness in today’s interconnected and culturally diverse world.

- Cross cultural negotiation
- Critical Thinking
- Communication & Leadership
- Storytelling

3. INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Innovation & Entrepreneurship is a forward-looking subject that empowers students to think creatively, act entrepreneurially, and lead innovation in a constantly evolving global landscape.

The course explores how opportunities are identified and transformed into viable ventures, beginning with the foundations of entrepreneurship and the development of an opportunity-driven mindset. Students then dive into the design and evolution of business models, learning how to create value and drive sustainable growth.

Throughout the course, tools such as Design Thinking, Lean Startup, and Agile methodologies provide a structured, hands-on approach to innovation, emphasizing experimentation, user insight, and adaptability.

Finally, students examine the forces of digital transformation, analyzing how emerging technologies are reshaping industries and redefining competitive advantage.

By connecting strategic thinking with practical tools, this subject equips participants to launch initiatives, adapt to change, and lead innovation across diverse business environments.

- Entrepreneurship
- Business Models

- Design Thinking, Lean & Agile
- Digital Transformation

4. INTERNATIONAL STRATEGY & MANAGEMENT
International Strategy & Management builds on the foundations of business fundamentals to develop students’ ability to manage and lead in global markets.

Students learn how to interpret market data, apply business analytics, and design effective strategies through modules on Market Research, Analytics, and Business Planning.

The subject also introduces Project Management using the PMI framework, along with hands-on experience in Power BI and a market simulation, giving students practical insight into global business dynamic.

- Market Research & Analysis
- Business Analytics + Power BI
- BA Simulator
- Business Plan
- Project Management 5. FINANCE
Finance is a key subject in the IMBA program, equipping students with the financial acumen needed to make strategic decisions in international business contexts.

The course begins with Financial Analysis, where students learn to interpret financial statements and assess business performanceâ€"critical for aligning financial health with strategic goals.

- Financial Analysis
- Funding & Sources of Capital
- Corporate Finance

6. OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Operational Management offers a strategic perspective on the key functions that drive business success, integrating marketing, operations, supply chain, and people management.

Students explore how to design customer-focused strategies, optimize global operations using quality and efficiency frameworks, and manage supply chains with resilience.

- Marketing Management
- International Operations
- Supply Chain
- Organizational Behaviour
- HR Management

7. INTERNATIONAL STAY
One Program, two global gateways to the future of business. The International Extension is a defining feature of the IMBA experience, offering students the opportunity to immerse themselves in two of the world’s most dynamic business ecosystems: Shanghai, China, and Tallinn, Estonia.

What Both Tracks Offer

- A 1-month academic and cultural immersion in a global business hub
- Advanced content tailored to the region’s innovation and business strengths
- Company visits, professional workshops, and high-impact networking
- Real-world input to fuel the Final Project (startup launch simulation)
- A truly international mindset, blending strategy, technology, and leadership

By choosing either EBS in Tallinn or SISU in Shanghai, students enhance their global profile and gain the cross-cultural, strategic, and technological skills required to lead in today’s interconnected world.

8. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND NETWORKING
This course enhances employability through training activities focused on developing key skills for the professional environment. As part of your learning journey, you will have the opportunity to access additional spaces for knowledge and networking by selecting â€" from a list of masterclasses, workshops, and events â€" the activities that best align with your professional interests and development goals within the program.

9. MASTER’S FINAL PROJECT
The project is a real business venture that represents a challenge in which the student must demonstrate, in a cross-functional manner, that the learning objectives have been achieved and all the competencies acquired throughout the program have been developed.

Students are expected to focus on a key area of personal and professional interest in order to design, develop, implement, and evaluate a business plan.

*Academic structure subject to change. Some business reality and networking sessions may be delivered via webinars outside of class hours.

Master's Degree from ESIC University

​Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive the University Private Degree in International MBA [MBA] issued by ESIC University. This degree is not officially recognized by the government and does not grant access to official qualifications. If you wish to pursue an official Master’s Degree, you can consult our catalog of official programs. *ESIC University is an institution officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education. It offers both official university degrees (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate) and its own degrees (such as continuing education master’s degrees).