Master in Big Data & Analytics
- October 2025
- 10 months
- Spanish & English
- Multiple Modalities
Boost your career at MIT Boston and EAE Barcelona!
Experience a transformative journey in the world’s innovation capital. Study at EAE Barcelona and travel to the MIT Data Science Lab in Boston, where you will spend two weeks immersed in the global heart of data science. Learn from top-tier experts, master machine learning and advanced analytics, and make strategic decisions that deliver real business impact.
Prepare to lead. The future is written in data... and it begins today at EAE Barcelona.
Master in Big Data & Analytics
Transform data into strategic decisions aligned with the global market.
In a market in which Data Analytics is fundamental for effective decision-making, companies are looking for experts equipped to transform information into strategic opportunities, EAE Barcelona’s Master in Big Data & Analytics prepares students to lead the digital transformation in a competitive and innovative setting, thanks to advanced technical training, combined with a global business perspective.
You can choose between our full-time and part-time formats, designed to maximize your potential and adapt your studies to your work and lifestyle. Become the professional that companies are looking for to lead the digital transformation!
Program objectives
The objective of the Master in Big Data & Analytics is to train professionals equipped to:
- Design data-based business strategies, identifying, opportunities and optimizing internal processes.
- Lead teams and digital transformation projects in global, multidisciplinary and complex settings.
- Resolve critical problems through advanced Data Analytics.
- Boost business innovation through Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence.
- Make strategic decisions based on findings, connecting technology and business.
Why choose EAE Barcelona?
Study in one of Europe’s leading innovation and technology hubs, home to global events like the Mobile World Congress.
Our professors have solid professional and academic experience, providing you with real and applicable knowledge for the corporate and entrepreneurial world
Build a strong network of contacts through our events and international community of students, professors, and leading companies
EAE holds prestigious accreditations, and our alumni network is present in companies worldwide
Develop your career according to your aspirations with the support of our Career Development Center or our Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub
Our Master in Big Data & Analytics is recognized by the best international rankings
EAE Business School stands out in the most relevant national and international rankings, thanks to its prestige, academic excellence and global projection.
#3
España 2024
#3
España 2024
#26 - Europa
Rankings EAE Business School 2024
3º
The best companies at attracting and retaining talent
3º
The best companies to work for according to university students
5º
The best companies with strong corporate reputation
3º
The most responsible companies
EAE Business School is accredited by the Spanish Association of Business Schools (AEEDE), a mark of academic excellence that distinguishes the best business schools in Spain. This recognition confirms that our programs meet the highest quality standards, aligned with the needs of the global business market.
Who is the program designed for program?
To access the Master in Big Data & Analytics, candidates must have:
- A university qualification with previous knowledge of Big Data and Data Analytics.
- Accreditation of extensive professional experience in the commercial world.
Why take this Master in Big Data & Analytics?
- You will train in an industry in high demand in the labour market, due to the growing global need for experts in Big Data and Data Science.
- You will develop skills tools in tools such as Python and SQL, with a strategic focus and leadership vision.
- We prepare you to get Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification, an internationally recognized accreditation.
- You will put everything you have learned into practice through applied projects and the resolution of real case studies, as well as training in emerging technologies in line with the demands of the market.
- You can choose between the full-time and part-time formats, to be able to focus fully on your studies, or combine them with your professional and personal life.
- You will have the backing of an internationally acclaimed business school with over 60 years’ experience training top-class professionals.
Timetable
(On Site)
Professional - 10 months
From Monday to Friday, with one Friday free per month (afternoon sessions, with work)
(On Site + Flexible)
10 months
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
Study Programme
Business Transformation
- Data Governance & Data Strategy
- Business Analytics
- Digital Transformation & Challenges of Cybersecurity and Cyberlaw
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
- Data Management for BI
- Data Visualization
- Introduction to programming languages for Data
- Big Data
- Data Science
Professional Skills
- Digital Leadership & Data Talent
Master’s Thesis
- The Master’s Thesis is an opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired over the course of the Master, combining research, creativity, and strategic analysis to develop innovative propositions aligned with current issues. This project enables students to connect theory and practice, transforming everything they have learned into practical, functional solutions.
Talent Acquisition and Development
- Leadership in a digital environment
- Development of Big Data within the organizations
- Customer analytics & strategies
- New business models & Digital Transformation
Data Analytics & Data Visualization
- Data Engineering: Data Management
- Data Visualization
Big Data & Data Science
- Big Data Technology & Architecture
- Data Science & Advanced Analytics (1)
- Data Science & Advanced Analytics (2)
Master’s Thesis
- The Master’s Thesis is an opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired over the course of the master, combining research, creativity, and strategic analysis to develop innovative propositions aligned with current issues. This project enables students to connect theory and practice, transforming everything they have learned into practical, functional solutions.
Degree
According to modality
Format: Full Time
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Language: Spanish & English
Format: Part Time
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Language: Spanish
One master, two qualifications: EAE and UdL
On successful completion of the program, you will obtain a double qualification:
- Institutional Master in Big Data & Analytics from EAE Business School
- Institutional Master in Continuous Learning in Big Data & Analytics from the Universitat de Lleida (UdL)
Student profile
Full Time
2 years’ average experience
87% international participants
11 nationalities
Part Time
5 years’ average experience
23% international participants
9 nationalities
Our methodology
At EAE Barcelona we combine theory and practice with methods that maximize your participation:
- Real-world problem and case resolution.
- Master classes taught by expert professors with business experience.
- Collaborative projects, guided debates, and problem-based learning.
- Simulations, role-playing games, and flipped classrooms to connect theory and practice.
- Virtual forums, debates, and teamwork to promote interaction and the exchange of ideas.
Our practical approach prepares you to lead in a dynamic professional environment.
Master's Director
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Gustavo Ramírez
Service Delivery Manager at the European Commission’s BI platform, Previously, he was the Director of Inorbis Analytics and Executive Manager of SDG Group. Over 12 years’ experience managing national and international projects, mainly in consultancy specializing in Analytics & Big Data. Diploma in Industrial Engineering from ITESM, Master in Supply Chain Management and Technology from La Salle BES, Master in Financial Management from EAE and SAP R/3 certification.
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Pau Sabaté
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration and Management from the UAB,. He has extensive experience in Mass Market and consumer panel companies, analysing large amounts of data with a business focus. He is currently the Category Manager at PepsiCo, where he also previously worked as the Shopper Insights & Big Data Manager.
Your career success starts here.
At our Career Development Center and Entrepreneurship Hub, you'll receive personalized advice and tailored training to boost your employability. No matter which path you choose, we help you go far and expand your opportunities internationally.
The numbers that support us
Career opportunities for the Master in Big Data & Analytics
55% of our students found job opportunities before graduataing and 45% after graduation.
Explore the professional prospects that will give you the opportunities that you deserve:
- Chief Data Officer (CDO)
- Business Intelligence Director
- Data Science Manager
- Business Intelligence
- Data Analyst
- Data Engineer
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Visualization Specialist
Where do students of the Master in Big Data & Analytics work?
The students of the Master in Big Data & Analytics at EAE Barcelona stand out as leaders in leading companies at a global level. You could be the next to take the leap! Some of these companies are:
Admission Process
- Initial information (admission)
Once completed, we’ll assign you one of our expert advisors that will get in touch with you.
- Interview with the Admissions Department
We’ll evaluate your professional and academic profile and, together, we’ll assess your eligibility for advancing towards a Master’s level based on your professional goals.
- Formal presentation of the admission form
Updated CV
Motivation Letter
Academic and/or Professional Letter of Recommendation
Last/Ongoing Degree Certificate
Admission Test (if required) Language Certificate (if required) - Admissions Committee
Your advisor will be in charge of defending your application in front of the Committee.
- Process resolution:
We’ll inform you of the result of the process.
- Booking and assigning you a spot
You will have 5 days to pay the enrollment fee to secure your spot
Frequently asked questions related to the Master in Big Data & Analytics
This master's program prepares you to obtain the Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification, an internationally recognized credential that validates your expertise in data analysis and visualization. With this certification, you will demonstrate your ability to transform data into strategic insights using advanced business intelligence tools.
The master's in big data & analytics will equip you with a combination of technical and strategic skills essential for data analysis and management in business environments. You will learn to use advanced tools such as Python, R, SQL, Power BI, and Hadoop, as well as to apply machine learning and artificial intelligence models in decision-making.
Additionally, you will develop competencies in big data management, predictive analytics, data visualization, and business process optimization. You will also enhance key skills such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making, preparing you to lead digital transformation projects in various industries.
The master's in big data & analytics incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) as a key tool for the processing and analysis of large volumes of data. You will learn to apply machine learning and deep learning algorithms to identify patterns, make predictions, and optimize business decision-making.
Big data & analytics is crucial in sectors that seek to optimize decision-making through data analysis. In finance and banking, it is used for risk management and fraud detection. In marketing and retail, it enables customer segmentation and the personalization of strategies. The healthcare sector applies it to medical diagnosis and resource optimization, while in telecommunications and technology, it improves networks and user experience. It is also essential in energy and sustainability to optimize consumption and in logistics and transportation to manage the supply chain. Companies are looking for experts who can transform data into strategic insights, making these professionals key players in the digital era.
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