Master of Science in International Business STEM
- October 2026
- 10 months
- English
- Full Time
90% of places filled
4 places remaining
The Master in International Business STEM is an official programme that combines comprehensive management training with a specialisation in Business Analytics & Data Science, preparing professionals to lead global companies in digital, complex and highly competitive environments.
Through a strategic understanding of international business, you will learn to manage global marketing, finance, talent, operations, innovation and sustainability, integrating key technological skills for decision-making through the STEM approach. You will work with simulations such as the Business Game, real-world case studies, practical methodologies and analytical tools used by multinational companies.
Upon completion of the programme, you will be able to pursue roles such as International Business Manager, Strategic Project Manager, Business Intelligence & Data Analytics Consultant, Digital Transformation Manager, Global Operations Manager or Product.
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Is this master’s right for you?
The Master in International Business STEM is designed for professionals who want to move into international roles and understand that today this requires knowledge of data, not just management. It is suited to candidates with an average of two years of professional experience and backgrounds in business, engineering or social sciences who want to:
- Integrate data-driven insights into strategic decision-making using tools such as Tableau, R and Python through the Business Analytics & Data Science track.
- Understand every aspect of business administration to implement effective strategies that promote organisational success in international markets.
- Leverage cross-cultural adaptability to manage projects and lead multicultural teams in global corporate environments.
- Ensure the sustainable internationalisation of organisations by making informed decisions based on the analysis of market dynamics and financial risks.
- Develop leadership skills to manage innovation and change in a constantly evolving global economic environment.
- Incorporate ethical and sustainable practices into business plans to address global challenges and promote corporate social responsibility.
Why study the Master in International Business STEM?
Studying the Master in International Business STEM gives you access to international management positions in just ten months, with a dual skill set that is increasingly scarce: global management and analytical capabilities. It is a fast-track option for professionals with two or three years of work experience who want to move from execution to decision-making without putting their careers on hold for a two-year programme.
These are the benefits you will gain as a professional by studying this Master’s degree:
- Accelerate your professional growth. Ten months of full-time study with a fast return: you graduate before your industry has moved on.
- Stop depending on the data team. Learn to build and interpret the analyses that underpin investment and market-entry decisions yourself.
- Take your career international. Study entirely in English in a classroom with 39 nationalities, gaining experience of working in the same way as professionals in a multinational company.
- Build credibility with executive committees. The STEM approach gives you the quantitative language you need to defend proposals when budgets are at stake.
- Build a professional network relevant to your industry. Connect with classmates who have previous experience across different industries and countries, creating genuine professional contacts beyond the classroom.
- Fill the gaps in your previous education. If you come from an engineering or social sciences background, you will gain the management knowledge you lack; if you come from a business background, you will develop your analytical skills.
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.
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.
Study Programme
The Master in International Business curriculum is divided into two main areas: global business management (strategy, international marketing, finance, operations and talent) and the Business Analytics & Data Science track, featuring Tableau, R and Python.
6 ECTS Current Socio-Economic Context
- Economic environment
- Financial systems and markets
- Principles of taxation
- Sustainability and the environment
- Legislation and trends
6 ECTS Marketing and Commercialisation in International Markets
- International marketing strategies
- International communication
- Branding and international consumer behaviour
- Digital marketing
- Sales management
6 ECTS Intellectual Capital and Talent Management
- Organisational strategy and sustainable development
- Cultural influence in organisations and global citizenship
- Talent planning and sustainable human resource management
- Leadership, ethics and sustainable change management
- Motivation, engagement and talent development
- Human capital development and strategic learning
- Change management and organisational resilience
- Decision-making and productivity in a sustainable context
- Diversity, inclusion and sustainable development management
6 ECTS Business Strategy
- Competitive advantage
- Strategy
- International strategy
- Dynamic environments and the digital ecosystem
- Leadership for sustainability
- Disruptive technologies in the business landscape
- Business performance analysis and emerging technologies
6 ECTS Finance for Decision-Making
- Economic and financial diagnosis
- Economic and financial planning
- Investment project selection
- Financing decisions
- Business valuation, mergers and acquisitions
- Financial markets and startup ecosystems
- Business Intelligence
6 ECTS Entrepreneurship and Internationalisation
- The entrepreneurial process in the international arena
- Internationalisation strategies
- International operations management
- Development of entrepreneurial skills
6 ECTS Information Technology Management
- Global information technology environment
- Global strategic IT management
- Global IT project management
- Global cybersecurity
- Emerging technologies and their global impact
6 ECTS International Financial Risk Management
- Foreign exchange markets
- Futures markets
- Options markets
- International capital markets
- Financial hedging and risk management
- Cost of capital in international projects
Fintech Ecosystem
- Introduction to Fintech: evolution, definition and importance
- Key stakeholders: startups, incumbents, regulators and technology providers
- Technological drivers: AI, machine learning, big data, APIs and IoT
- RegTech solutions: automated tools and regulatory compliance
- Regulatory framework: compliance, regulatory sandboxes and global outlook
Introduction to Python
- Python installation and configuration
- Basic data types in Python
- Reading and importing data
- Control structures (if, for, while)
- Introduction to essential libraries
Statistics with Python
- Basic probability concepts
- Probability distributions
- Descriptive statistics: measures of central tendency, frequency and dispersion
- Confidence intervals and p-values
Data Visualisation with Python
- Fundamentals of data visualisation
- Creating basic charts
- Introduction to advanced visualisations
Supervised Machine Learning
- Data modelling concepts
- Types of training
- Supervised vs. unsupervised models
- Classification vs. regression models
Unsupervised Machine Learning
- Basic concepts of unsupervised machine learning
- Applications of unsupervised learning
- Clustering algorithms
The Master’s Final Project allows students to apply the knowledge acquired throughout the programme by combining research, creativity and strategic analysis. Students will develop a real financial plan, connecting theory and practice to turn their learning into innovative and up-to-date proposals.
Qualifications
Upon completing the Master in International Business STEM, you will receive two qualifications under a single enrolment: an EAE qualification and an official university master’s degree, recognised throughout the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and providing access to doctoral studies.
- EAE qualification in International Business, which additionally includes a Certificate in Business Analytics & Big Data (10 ECTS) awarded by EAE Business School.
- Official University Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Management, specialising in International Business, awarded by the Universitat de Lleida (UdL).
Check the University, Centre and Degree Register (RUCT) here.
Advanced Specializations
The Advanced Specializations allow you to complement the Master in International Business STEM with specialised skills in areas such as strategy, innovation, digital transformation, sustainability and project management.
In addition, you will earn a joint micro-credential from EAE Barcelona and Mobile World Capital, certifying the skills you have acquired.
Develop the leadership that the digital world demands: leadership that combines technological agility, designs forward-thinking strategies and makes decisions with a positive impact. More than just developing skills, you will adopt the mindset that enables you to lead transformation rather than simply take part in it. It is the step that takes you from being a professional to becoming a recognised leader.
- IA & Machine Learning
- Innovation Strategy
- Project Management & Agile
- Data-Driven Business Analytics
- Emprendimiento
- ESG & Sustainability
Designed to provide in-depth knowledge of strategic areas and strengthen your technical profile. Become a leading professional capable of solving the industry's most complex challenges and making 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.
The Master in International Business Among the Top-Ranked Programmes and Recognitions
You will study at a business school recognised in leading national and international rankings and accredited by the Spanish Association of Representatives of Business Schools (AEEDE), a mark of distinction for schools that meet Spain’s most demanding quality standards.
#3
El Mundo
Spain 2026
An annual ranking that recognises the best master's programmes in Spain for their academic quality and prestige.
#4
QS
Spain 2025
QS is an international ranking system that assesses academic quality, employability and internationalisation.
#5
Eduniversal
Spain 2025
An international ranking that recognises leading business schools for their academic excellence and global outlook.
EAE Barcelona has received recognitions and distinctions that endorse its reputation, academic quality and commitment to sustainability, these indicators reflect its standing in the education sector and its contribution to developing business education with a positive impact.
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.
Career Opportunities
Prepare to develop your career in a global business environment and take on positions of responsibility across different business areas. The Master in International Business STEM prepares you to tackle the challenges of internationalisation, management and business growth, opening up career opportunities in international markets and organisations.
Where Do Our Students Work?
Students on EAE Barcelona’s Master in International Business stand out as leaders at companies such as Coca-Cola, DHL, Revolut and Sabadell, all globally recognised names. You could be the next to take that step! Some of these companies include:
Claustro de profesores
Te forman directivos y consultores en activo que gestionan hoy expansión internacional, operaciones globales y proyectos de analítica de datos, junto a profesorado académico especializado en negocios internacionales. Aprendes de quien toma estas decisiones a diario, con casos actuales y el contexto real de por qué se decidió así.
Mariona Vila Bonilla
Ingeniera Química y Doctora en Administración y Dirección de Empresas por la Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Cuenta con más de 13 años de experiencia en docencia universitaria, especializada en gestión de operaciones, cadena de suministro y proyectos. Ha realizado una estancia postdoctoral en la Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (Chile) y posee una sólida trayectoria investigadora en mejora de procesos productivos, con publicaciones indexadas y participación en congresos nacionales e internacionales.
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Miguel Ángel Adame Carasusan
Full-time teaching assistant with over 10 years of teaching experience.
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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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Oscar Carbonell Dolz
Part-time assistant professor with over 5 years of teaching experience.
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Miriam Díez Piñol
Full-time assistant professor with over 10 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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Luca Magagni
Part-time assistant professor with over 10 years of teaching experience.
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Chelo Morillo Palomo
Full-time assistant professor with over 15 years of teaching experience. She currently serves as Vice Dean of Academic Affairs.
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Mariona Vila Bonilla
Full-time, certified doctoral professor with 6 years of teaching experience.
Student support
You will receive academic and professional support throughout the ten months of the programme, including mentoring, masterclasses with business leaders currently in the field, and guidance from the Career Development Center to strengthen your profile and prepare you to enter the job market.
Admission process
Requeriments
Regulations and general access procedure
The Regulations and access procedure for master’s programs at UdL are detailed in the following link:
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Admission criteria and procedure for the degree
The general requirements for access and admission to this Master’s degree are established in the Access, Admission and Enrollment Regulations for university master’s programs at Centro Universitario EAE Barcelona:
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Criteria for recognition and transfer of credits
The Regulations and procedure for recognition and transfer of credits for UdL master’s programs are detailed in the following link:
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- Initial Information/Admission Request
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 on the result of the process.
- Booking and Assign You a Spot
You will have 3 to 5 days to make the payment for the inscription.
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.
Preguntas frecuentes del Master in International Business
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, disciplines that are becoming increasingly relevant in the business world. In this Master’s degree, the STEM approach integrates data analytics, digital tools and technological innovation into international business strategies. This combination equips students with technical and analytical skills to make data-driven decisions, optimise business processes and lead digital transformation in global markets.
In ten months, the programme prepares you with the dual skill set now sought by multinational companies, startups and consulting firms: a global business perspective and the ability to make data-driven decisions. You will be ready to manage operations across several markets, assess expansion opportunities using quantitative analysis and lead multicultural teams, while building an international network throughout the programme.
You will be able to analyse business data using Tableau, R and Python, model financial risks, optimise supply chains and manage teams in multicultural environments. You will also develop the leadership skills needed to manage change in a global organisation.
Through the Business Analytics & Data Science track, which runs throughout the Master’s degree. You will learn to apply quantitative models, predictive analytics and tools such as Tableau, R and Python to specific decisions: which market to enter, how to optimise the supply chain or where to automate processes in a global operation.
It opens up opportunities in management and consulting roles at companies operating across several markets, such as International Business Manager, International Sales Director, Global Operations Manager, Business Transformation Consultant or Business Intelligence Consultant, in multinational companies, expanding startups and consulting firms.
An MBA provides training in general business management and usually requires several years of prior professional experience. A Master’s degree in International Business focuses on operations and strategy beyond the domestic market and is a common choice for professionals with less experience who want to pursue an international career.
Internationalisation strategy, global marketing, international finance, operations and supply chain management, multicultural team management and international trade. In this programme, these subjects are complemented by an analytical component covering data, modelling and tools to support decisions with quantitative evidence.
Professionals with a background in social sciences, engineering or architecture and an average of two years of work experience. Those without a background in Economics or Business Administration take two bridging courses: Financial Mathematics and Financial Accounting for Decision-Making.
