Master in Finance
- October 2026
- 10 months
- Spanish & English
- Full Time
75% of places filled
11 places remaining
The Master’s in Finance is an official programme that prepares professionals to lead a company’s financial strategy in a digital, global environment increasingly shaped by sustainability.
Unlike a traditional finance master’s degree, the programme incorporates the Fintech ecosystem, including blockchain, cryptocurrencies and digital payments.
Throughout the programme, you will develop expertise in corporate finance, company valuation, mergers and acquisitions, risk management, financial planning and management control. You will also be able to prepare for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification.
The programme is taught in Spanish and English in Barcelona and was ranked the #3 master’s degree in Spain in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
After completing the Master’s in Finance, you will be prepared to pursue positions such as Chief Financial Officer, Financial Analyst, Financial Consultant, M&A Specialist, Risk Manager, Financial Adviser or Fintech Specialist.
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Is this master's program right for you?
This finance programme in Barcelona is right for you if you want to move beyond viewing finance solely as a control function and start using it as a driver of growth, innovation and decision-making.
This master’s degree is designed for professionals who:
- Want to specialise in financial management, corporate finance and financial analysis.
- Aspire to progress into positions such as CFO, financial analyst, consultant or risk manager.
- Need to master digital tools applied to finance, data and reporting.
- Want to understand the impact of Fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrencies and new payment methods.
- Are looking for a master’s degree in finance in Spain with an official, practical approach connected to the financial market.
- Want to develop sound financial judgement to make strategic decisions in global companies.
Why Study a Master’s Degree in Finance?
Studying a Master’s Degree in Finance prepares you to lead a company’s financial strategy in a market where organisations need professionals capable of interpreting data, anticipating risks and connecting financial management with business growth.
The programme’s main differentiating feature is its specific Fintech track, which includes a 10-ECTS Fintech Certificate focused on blockchain, cryptocurrencies, digital payments, DeFi and RegTech, as well as preparation for the official Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification.
The programme is recognised as the fourth-best master’s degree in Spain in the QS World University Rankings 2025 and ranks fifth in the Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking 2025. It also connects students with companies such as BBVA, Inditex, Deloitte and Iberdrola.
This master’s degree prepares you to:
- Lead financial management in digital, global and innovative companies.
- Analyse an organisation’s economic and financial position and make well-informed decisions.
- Value companies, M&A transactions, investments and capital structures.
- Manage financial, operational, market and portfolio risks.
- Identify opportunities within the Fintech ecosystem and alternative financing.
- Use Power BI, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence and Fintech tools.
- Apply financial modelling, planning, budgeting and ERP systems.
- Explore blockchain, cryptocurrencies, digital payments, DeFi, RegTech and Insurtech.
- Work with real-world cases, simulations, applied projects and decision analysis.
- Use KPIs, performance management, company valuation and portfolio management techniques.
Why EAE Barcelona?
EAE Barcelona is a business school committed to driving professional growth through executive education connected to the realities of the business world. Our approach combines academic rigour, a global perspective, and a methodology designed to turn learning into real-world impact.
Prepare for Professional Certifications
The Master’s in Finance includes preparation for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification.
This certification strengthens your professional profile in data analysis, visualisation, reporting and financial data-driven decision-making. In a sector where technology has become an integral part of financial management, demonstrating your Power BI skills can help you stand out in the job market.
Study Plan
The postgraduate finance programme’s study plan combines financial strategy, planning and control, financial management, corporate finance, risk management and a specific Fintech track.
Corporate Strategy and Sustainability - 6 ECTS
- Corporate and business strategy
- International strategy
- Economic and financial environment
- Taxation and legal context
- Sustainable investment and socially responsible investment
- Traditional business models versus innovative business models
Financial engineering - 6 ECTS
- Structuring-modeling techniques for financial engineering
- Quantitative financial analysis
- Cost of money and interest rate (Compound and discount)
- Binomial and Black-Scholes models
- Mathematical and quantifying Finance
Financial planning and cash management - 6 ECTS
- Budget process
- Operational, capital, and teacher budgets
- Financial modelling techniques
- Management of the treasury
- Cash pooling and internal banking
Management control - 6 ECTS
- Cost accounting and management accounting
- Activity-based cost system
- Relevant and irrelevant costs for decision-making
- Measurement of results
- Balanced Scorecard (Financial Perspective)
- Dashboard (KPIs)
Financial analysis and business valuation - 6 ECTS
- Main financial statements
- Reformulation and analysis of the profit and loss account
- Analysis of the balance sheet
- Working capital management
- Ratio Analysis and Financial Diagnosis
- Cost of capital and value creation
- Valuation of companies
Corporate finance - 6 ECTS
- The restructuring processes
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Audit of purchases (Due Diligence)
- Legal and fiscal aspects in the restructuring process
- Internal and external financing
- Venture capital and alternative financing
Markets and financial tools - 6 ECTS
- Primary versus secondary market: initial public offering
- Macroeconomic factors and actors in financial markets
- Interbank market
- Digital financial services
- Fixed and variable income assets
- Optimization of short-term assets
- Factoring and confirming
Risk analysis and portfolio management - 6 ECTS
- Investment valuation and sustainable investment criteria
- Automated asset management
- Operational, market, and country risk
- Financial and operational risk models
- Variance and covariance (Standard deviation)
- Modern portfolio theory
- Risk-adjusted profitability measures
- Investment funds
12 ECTS
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Qualification
Upon successful completion of the Master’s in Finance, you will receive a double qualification from EAE Business School and the Universitat de Lleida (UdL).
- EAE Business School’s own Master’s Degree in Continuing Education in Finance, which also includes a Fintech Certificate (10 ECTS)
- Official University Master’s Degree in Financial Management awarded by the Universitat de Lleida (UdL)
Consult the Register of Universities, Centres and Degrees (RUCT) here.
Advanced Specializations
Advanced Specializations are certified specialisations that enable you to personalise your Master’s in Finance and deepen your expertise in Fintech, blockchain, data analytics with Power BI and risk management. Design a flexible learning pathway focused on the most in-demand financial and technological skills, enhanced through the partnership with Mobile World Capital Barcelona.
Develop the leadership that the digital world demands: one that integrates technological agility, designs forward-looking strategies, and makes decisions with a positive impact. More than just skills, you will adopt the mindset that enables you to lead transformation—not just be part of it. It is the bridge from professional to industry-leading expert.
- IA & Machine Learning
- Innovation Strategy
- Project Management & Agile
- Data-Driven Business Analytics
- Emprendimiento
- ESG & Sustainability
Designed to deepen expertise in strategic areas and strengthen your technical profile. Become a go-to professional who solves the most complex industry challenges and makes a difference in high-impact projects.
- Digital Business Transformation
- International Markets
- Product Management
- Fintech
- Big Data Tools & Applications
- Business Analytics & Data Science
- DEI Strategy
- Marketing Digital Avanzado
Added value thanks to Mobile World Capital Barcelona
As an Official Talent Hub of MWCapital, your Advanced programmes are delivered with a real focus on Barcelona’s technological and business ecosystem, strengthening your professional visibility and connection with the sector.
Our Master’s in Finance and International Recognition
The Master’s in Finance at EAE Barcelona has received national and international recognition that reinforces its position within the financial education sector.
#3
QS World University Rankings
Spain 2024
#3 Best Master’s Degree in Spain.
#6
Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking
Spain 2024
#6 Best Master’s Degree in Spain.
merco
Our reputation has been recognised by merco through mercoTALENTO, mercoTALENTO UNIVERSITARIO, mercoRESPONSABILIDAD ESG and mercoEMPRESAS. These reputation monitors assess areas such as the ability to attract talent, perceptions among university students, commitment to sustainability and overall reputational excellence
Times Higher Education (THE)
Times Higher Education is one of the world’s leading references for evaluating higher education institutions. Its rankings recognise academic excellence, teaching quality, research, international outlook and the impact of universities and business schools.
Positive Impact Rating (PIR)
The Positive Impact Rating assesses business schools according to their contribution to society and sustainability, based on feedback from their students. This recognition highlights the institution’s commitment to positive impact, social responsibility and the development of leaders committed to a sustainable future.
Master in Finance Career Opportunities
The finance programme prepares you for financial, corporate, analytical and technology-driven positions within companies, consulting firms, financial institutions and organisations connected to the Fintech ecosystem.
Where do EAE Students Work?
Faculty
Our finance experts combine academic and professional experience in financial management and Fintech. The faculty is led by Dorina Popescu Nicoara, who holds a PhD in Economics and Business, has more than 10 years of teaching experience and conducts research into the impact of digital transformation on finance.
Dorina Popescu Nicoara
Doctora en Economía y Empresa por la Universidad Rovira i Virgili, acreditada por ANECA. Cuenta con más de 10 años de experiencia en el campo académico; habiendo impartido docencia en programas de grado y máster en diferentes Universidades.
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Samer Ajour El-Zein
Accredited full-time Associate Professor with 10 years of teaching experience. He currently serves as Vice Dean for Undergraduate Programmes and Research.
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Alfonso Bárcena Gómez
Assistant Professor part-time with 4 years of teaching experience
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Byron Flores Estévez
Assistant Professor part-time with 5 years of teaching experience
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Borja Ribera Millán
Part-time Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics, Accounting and Finance, with over 5 years' teaching experience.
Student support
Your experience in the Master’s in Finance in Barcelona extends beyond the classroom. You will have access to resources, guidance and professional connections designed to support your development within the financial sector.
Admissions process
Requirements
General admission regulations and procedures
The regulations and procedures governing admission to UdL master's programmes are detailed in the following link:
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Admission criteria and procedures for the programme
The general admission requirements and procedures for this University Master's degree are established in the Regulations on access, admission, and enrolment for university master's programmes at the EAE Barcelona University Centre:
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Criteria for credit recognition and transfer
The regulations and procedures governing the recognition and transfer of credits for UdL master's programmes are detailed in the following link:
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Financial Aid and Scholarships
At EAE Business School, we believe in talent and want to help you achieve your goals. That is why we offer different types of scholarships for students who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Master’s in Finance
It is an official programme that prepares students to lead a company’s financial strategy.
You will study corporate finance, company valuation, mergers and acquisitions, risk management, financial planning and management control.
The programme also includes a Fintech Track covering blockchain, cryptocurrencies and Power BI.
You can study the Master’s in Finance at EAE Barcelona through an official programme focused on corporate finance, financial analysis, Fintech, applied technology and strategic decision-making.
The programme is delivered in a Full-Time, on-campus format in Barcelona.
It lasts 10 months, comprises 60 ECTS and is taught in Spanish and English.
It enables you to develop advanced expertise in corporate finance, investment, financial analysis, risk management, planning, management control and technology applied to the financial sector.
You will also strengthen essential competencies such as critical thinking, analytical ability, leadership, communication and problem-solving.
After completing the programme, you will be prepared for positions such as Financial Planning Analyst, Financial Controller, Corporate Finance & M&A Analyst, Risk & Portfolio Analyst, Fintech & Digital Finance Specialist or Finance Data Analyst.
These positions perform essential functions in financial management and strategic decision-making.
Yes. The programme includes preparation for the Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification, designed to strengthen skills in data analysis, visualisation and management using Power BI.
You will work with Power BI, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, DeFi, RegTech, ERP systems, KPIs, financial analysis models and risk management tools.
Upon completing the Master’s in Finance, you will receive:
- The official University Master’s Degree in Financial Management from the Universitat de Lleida.
- The EAE Business School Barcelona Lifelong Learning Master’s Degree in Finance.
You will also be able to complete a Fintech Track focused on the digital financial ecosystem and emerging industry trends.
Studying a Master’s Degree in Finance in Spain with this focus gives you access to a broader range of career opportunities. The financial sector needs professionals who understand both traditional financial management and the market’s technological transformation in areas such as digital payments, blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, RegTech, cryptocurrencies and new business models.
In many Latin American countries, this type of programme is known as a “maestría en finanzas”, while in Spain the usual term is “máster en finanzas”. EAE Barcelona’s programme is designed for professionals seeking advanced training in financial management, corporate finance, financial analysis, risk management and financial technology.
