Business Management and Administration + Digital Business Intelligence

With campuses in Bilbao and San Sebastián, along with a headquarters in Madrid, Deusto Business School offers a comprehensive range of degree, master's, doctorate, and executive education programmes. Currently, Deusto Business School offers 9 varieties of degree around business administration and management. 

Bachelor's in business management and administration- This programme is available at both Bilbao and San Sebastián campuses, and the programme duration is four years in total. Students have the option to pursue the degree entirely in English or in Spanish. Throughout the course, students acquire skills in project planning, execution, and comprehensive company management, equipping them for versatile roles across various sectors. Additionally, students have the option to enhance their studies by specialising in digital business intelligence, international management skills, or innovation and entrepreneurship.  

The Deusto business analytics programme - is a five-year course based in the San Sebastián campus, awards students a degree in business administration with a focus on digital business intelligence, along with a master's in business analytics and an associated degree. In addition to business administration, students acquire specific knowledge and tools for data analysis, contributing to data-based solutions for organizational success and growth. Students can pursue the degree entirely in English or in up to three languages (Spanish, Basque, English). Each year, they receive the chance to choose their preferred linguistic path. 

The Deusto finance programme – is a five-year course conducted in person at the Bilbao campus, offers students a global perspective on finances. It prepares them to address the challenges of the complex financial sector, positioning them as contributors to economic development. Students earn a degree in business administration with financial analyst basics and complete a master's in finance, coupled with a financial analyst certificate during the fifth year. This degree can be taken together with the bachelor's degree in BMA offered entirely in English or in Spanish or Basque. 

Apart from the mentioned programmes, Duesto Business School provides dual degrees, including, business administration + international relations at Bilbao campus / San Sebastian campus, business administration + law at Bilbao campus/ San Sebastian campus, business administration + computer engineering at San Sebastian campus and business administration + industrial technologies engineering at Bilbao campus.  

All Deusto Business School undergraduate programmes, including the above are accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and AMBA (Association of MBAs), international accreditations which recognises the programmes for their quality and excellence in business education.   

Deusto Business School offers a wide range of official master's degrees, own degrees postgraduate, a doctoral programme, an executive MBA. 

Master's in management - This programme is tailored for individuals with diverse backgrounds such as engineering, law, science, journalism, psychology, humanities, and more. Students will develop the ability to recognise interconnections across various organisational areas, enabling them to devise integrated solutions for companies. This programme, available in both Spanish and English, spans 1.5 years and is conducted at the San Sebastian campus. 

European & international business management master's degree - The Master's degree aims to equip students to drive and lead the advancement of business projects, particularly those with international or multicultural dimensions. The programme spans across three European cities (Bilbao, Nantes, and Bradford) and is conducted in the respective local languages (Spanish, French, and English). Students will receive language instruction and earn a joint degree from the University of Deusto, Audencia Business School, and the University of Bradford. The programme, lasting 1.5 years, encompasses full-time internships, preferably with organisations demonstrating an international focus or situated abroad. 

International business master’s degree - This one-year master's programme, based at the San Sebastian campus, focuses on the distinctive features of various international markets. Graduates will possess the skills to identify global business opportunities and formulate and execute international business strategies, considering crucial aspects of international management in each country.   The programme incorporates study trips to different countries, along with a full-time internship. Since the programme is conducted 100% in English, students must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency to gain admission by providing an equivalent qualification or by passing an internal test. If the undergraduate degree was completed entirely in English, no further language proficiency proof is required. 

Human resources master’s degree - This nine-month programme at Bilbao campus focuses on developing crucial human resource skills, including motivation, communication, emotional management, negotiation, and team building. Students will learn policies and practices for effective people management in organisations, emphasising talent development in alignment with the latest trends. The course allows students to combine internships with teaching sessions right from the start, spanning from October to June. Inexperienced candidates participating in the internship programme are required to demonstrate a B2 level of English proficiency, through certification, international mobility experiences, stays abroad, or an internal oral test. 

Account audit master’s degree - This one-year master's programme at Bilbao Campus is designed to prepare students for the ROAC exams accredited by the Institute of Accounting and Auditing (ICAC). Ideal for those aspiring to become account auditors, it provides comprehensive training, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the role. The programme includes a one-year duration, with a five-month full-time internship in audit firms. Additionally, students benefit from a mentoring process facilitated by the Basque Country Group of the ICJCE. 

Finance master’s degree - This one-year master's programme at Bilbao campus focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to provide advice and information on auxiliary investment products and services, aligning with the European MiFID II directive. Students benefit from access to the Bloomberg Room for real-time market analysis and global economic information.   The programme includes a 6-ECTS-credit internship, featuring a training trip to the international financial centre of London. Upon programme completion, students can earn a double degree, obtaining a MSc in Global Finance from the Gabelli School of Business (Fordham University) through a unique agreement. Some master's degree subjects are taught in English, requiring students to demonstrate an advanced level through qualifications or an internal test during the admission process. 

Executive MBA - The Executive MBA (EMBA) at Deusto Business School equips students with the knowledge and tools necessary to ascend to high-responsibility roles. Participants will gain the expertise to lead sustainable business projects in a global and dynamic environment, contributing to the creation of a more prosperous, just, and inclusive world. This 18-month programme offers in-person options in Bilbao, San Sebastián, New York, or Paris, and a virtual option conducted exclusively in Spanish. In-person classes will take place biweekly on Fridays and Saturdays, and instruction will be delivered in both Spanish and English. 

All Deusto Business School postgraduate programmes, including the above are accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and AMBA (Association of MBAs), international accreditations which recognises the programmes for their quality and excellence in business education.  
Deusto Business School extends its offerings to include several summer programmes and a Ph.D. programme, delving deeply into factors influencing the competitiveness of both companies and territories. The programme emphasises innovation as a crucial element for competitiveness and sustainability as vital for the well-being of future generations. A strong focus on research methodology ensures participants receive a comprehensive and rigorous foundation.