Business Innovation

Master’s Degree

Master of Arts Programs

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“As Managing Director of GBSB
Global Business School I am delighted
to be leading the first Microsoft
Showcase Business School in
Spain.
GBSB Global has a strong focus on
innovation and technology, both in our
online and on-campus programs. We
are within a few business schools in
Europe to offer a fully digitalized
experience to our students throughout
the learning process; this includes
digital blackboards, collaborative apps,
inclusive learning environment, and
various educational digital tools.
Our world-class digital reputation
is reflected in our partnership with
Microsoft. We were proud to be the
first business school in Spain
to achieve a recognition as a
Microsoft Showcase School,
meaning we belong to a global
community of schools engaged in digital
transformation to improve teaching
and learning. We create inclusive and
immersive digital experiences that
inspire lifelong learning, stimulate
development of essential business skills
so students are empowered to achieve
more.
Our students are our biggest asset! We
strive to be globally competitive
and internationally relevant, educating
our students to become tomorrow’s
future leaders today. When you study
at GBSB Global, you become not only
a student, but a member of a world-
wide learning community. Your
classmates and professors, from across
the globe, will challenge and inspire
you, push you to grow both personally
and professionally, empowering you
with the tools to go far and to achieve
success. Whatever your professional
aspirations may be, I am confident that
GBSB Global is the perfect base
from which to hone your business
skills, launch new companies, and
achieve your career goals.
I look forward to welcoming you to GBSB
Global’s learning environment.”
“GBSB Global’s programs have
been carefully crafted to provide the
skills you need to progress to top
management level positions.
As Head of Innovation and Development
at GBSB Global, I have the benefit of
over 10 years of research in business
education experience, and of observing
tendencies in education all around the
world, so I know first-hand what a
Antonio Rodriguez business school should give you
Managing Director to make the transition to the job
GBSB Global
of your dreams.
Our innovative programs are supported
by our accreditation as the first
Microsoft Showcase business
school in Spain, whilst GBSB Global
Business School is accredited by ASIC
in the UK, European Council of Business
Education (ECBE) and is a member
of Accreditation Council for Business
Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and
the Association to Advance Collegiate
Schools of Business (AACSB).
Alongside our well-established
partnership with Microsoft, we
have developed unique in-house learning
and teaching methodologies, creating
a fully engaging academic experience.
Participate in group work, contact your
lecturers and access video streams, you
can do it all whenever you want, from
wherever you want.
GBSB Global’s programs open
up opportunities to experience
Olga Ivanova global business. Undertaking one of
Head of Innovation
and Development the programs and connecting with
GBSB Global
faculty and students from all over
the world will provide you with an
insight into how business theories
and practices are applied in different
countries and cultures, expanding
your international perspectives,
network and professional opportunities.
Our programs will challenge you with a
valuable experience, and benefit you
and your career now, and in the years to
come.”
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Why GBSB Global

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Enjoy Spain
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How to Apply
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About This Program
Why Earn This Degree
Is This Program Right for You?
Current Student Profile
Student Testimonials

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About This
Program

Master of Arts in Business Innovation at GBSB Global

incorporates the latest interactive teaching methods
and workshops that include various innovative business
model development techniques such as Business Model
Canvas, rapid prototyping, empathy mapping, user persona
methodology, Lego ® Serious Play ® and others.

The Master in Business Innovation at GBSB Global

Business School is a degree that transforms business
professionals of today into the leaders, drivers and
advocates of innovation of tomorrow. This program
encourages, nurtures, and develops the innovative
potential students possess. The Master in Business
Innovation program is designed to have an impact on
students and their ability to effectively manage, articulate,
and implement innovative processes within their places of
employment.

The Master in Business Innovation teaches students

how to analyze global industries, to understand markets of
uncertainty and change, and to add value to a product or
service in the business world. This program encompasses
hands-on courses that will push students to advance
their skills in brainstorming, aigile methodologies, and
creative thinking.

This program will prepare students for the multi-faceted,

business development world by incorporating relevant
teachings in topics like design thinking, product
innovation, business model design, and knowledge
management. In order to receive a global education
that can be applied to the international marketplace,
students will also develop expertise in complementary areas
of study such as international negotiations, market
research methods, and sustainability and business
ethics.
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Why Earn
This Degree
Enter the Workforce with a Competitive Edge with a
Relevant and Useful Degree
Gain specialized knowledge that sets students apart from all
other master graduates.
Develop the skills and knowledge to support companies
in the continuos jorney of improvement of business
performance, products, services and environment and
leave your mark in the world.
Develop Digital Skills Embracing the Digital Age
Ensure you can compete in the business world as it moves
towards digitalization.
Develop digital skills in order to support a customer base
that prefers to research trends, read reviews and purchase
products through ecommerce platforms and social media
channels.
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Increase Your Innovation Potential
Take courses on business model design, intra-
entrepreneurship, design thinking and creativity and new
product development and get ready to work in innovative
companies.
The research department at GBSB Global Business School
is constantly involved in business education research,
which fosters the design of the most innovative and
practical business programs. GBSB Global implements the
most advanced teaching methodologies available today to
the curriculum such as Lego ® Serious Play ® and drawing
production tasks.
Obtain a Global Education to Work Anywhere in the
World
This master’s degree has been designed to provide students
with the latest knowledge, technology and innovative
methods and creative thinking applicable to the business
environment worldwide.
Take advantage of a curriculum with an international
focus to develop skills transferable across the world. With
courses that focus on international business methods and
intercultural negotiation tactics and global leadership,
students will leave the master with a plethora of skills and
knowledge applicable to the international marketplace.
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Take Advantage of Madrid or Barcelona

Network and build relationships in cities full of leading
international companies and large-scale industry events. “Innovation
Both Madrid and Barcelona rank among the top 15 startup
cities across Europe as recorded by the European Digital
City Index. Madrid and Barcelona are praised for their
distinguishes
business and entrepreneurial environments, encouraged
by city governments that support startup growth. Spain
between a leader
is attracting promising startups and sharp-minded
entrepreneurs from across the globe. Spain is not only
one of the most charming Mediterranean countries,
and a follower.”
- Steve Jobs, American entrepreneur, co-founder, chairman, and
thanks to the sun and its culture, but it also offers plenty CEO of Apple Inc.
of professional opportunities that must not be overlooked.

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Is This Program
Right for You?
Prospective Master in Business Innovation The Master in Business Innovation
students are diverse in their interests and are commonly appeals to students with
typically: a variety of academic backgrounds

Creative thinkers who want to learn

how to improve the appeal and efficiency of
a product or service in the market.
Business
GBSB Global Student on Orientation Day
Administration

Curious individuals who want to learn

Engineering
how to optimize business practices in the
international marketplace.
GBSB Global Students in Class

Marketing
Management

Talented leaders who want to develop

an innovative vision or concept to fullfil a
need or demand in the market.
GBSB Global Students Team Bonding
Economics

Global citizens who want to be prepared

to work anywhere in the world, develop Computer Science
a global network, and experience new
cultures.
GBSB Global Students in Class

Finance

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Students apply for the Master in Business Innovation

in order to develop a variety of professional skills
and industry knowledge that will increase their
employability as a professional in the business
innovation sector

Professional Skills Specialized Knowledge

Leadership Development Design Thinking
Intercultural Communication Business Model Development
Innovative Business Practices Business Model Techniques
Macroeconomics Product Development
Marketing Strategies Knowledge Management
Market Research & Analysis Product Innovation
Brand Management & Communication
Trend Research & Analysis

Talented individuals are drawn to the Master in

Business Innovation in order to achieve the following
objectives:

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Shift a career focus to specialize on
innovation and business working for startups
to multinationals, or working for innovation
departments of traditional companies

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Gain a deep knowledge of innovative
business practices

Improve career prospects with a current

position in business management by contributing
to the optimization of efficiency in companies of
all sizes

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Find a job in a different country
and become a global professional with a
career focused in business, innovation and

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diversity

Launch a company or improve

an existing one by applying the latest
tools and techniques in business
management

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Current
Student Profile
A Truly Multicultural Environment
GBSB Global attracts students from countries of all sizes and
regions worldwide with diverse academic and professional
backgrounds.

Attention to Diversity
Students represent a variety of cultures, religions and backgrounds.
GBSB Global creates an atmosphere of open-mindedness and
respect to ensure that every member of our student body has a
positive and inclusive experience.

Countries GBSB Global Students Represent

As of January 2018

(as of January 2018)

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MA in Business Innovation

Student Body Statistics

38% 62%

Gender Representation

Average Age of Students

74.5% Europe
13% Asia
12.5% Africa

Global Representation

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Student
Testimonials

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“I chose GBSB Global because it was the only school that offered an
evening master’s program in Business Innovation. That way, I could
combine my studies with my full-time job. The class sizes were small, so I
got a lot of personal attention. I also liked that the professors focused
on innovation and future developments, rather than just teaching us old
and outdated business methods. I also enjoyed Barcelona very much. It
is an international city and very open and tolerant of people from all
over the world. An excellent way to get to know new people and create
potential business relationships, all while enjoying the beauty of the
city itself with all its happenings.”

Rubin Van Der Veen, NETHERLANDS

MA in Business Innovation
Class of 2016

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“I like not so obvious concepts and when teachers propose books and
information you can’t get on your own. When the professors provided this
material, it was great. I had one professor who gave us case studies
from Harvard University, and I really enjoyed them. The professor was
very interesting and was working with a startup. The ideas he presented in
class were fascinating.”

Nikita Safonov, RUSSIA

MA in Business Innovation
Class of 2016

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Program Overview
Program Objectives
Program Highlights
Global Study Trips
Program Structure
Course Descriptions
Faculty
Obtain Additional Professional Certification

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Program
Overview

1
Academic Year
9 Months of Studies
Days Per Week on Average
Evenings

03 12
Academic Terms Subject Areas
Each Term Lasts 11 Weeks 4 Subjects per Academic Term
with Christmas and Easter
Holidays in-between

60
Annual Intakes Credits
October, January & April European Credit
Transfer System (ECTS)

100%
in English
1
Final Project
6 ECTS

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Program
Objectives
01
Provide the most relevant
curriculum that incorporates
the most innovative teachings and
practical knowledge as applied to
business innovation
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Develop students into future
leaders of the business world by
providing pertinent knowledge that
can be applied to business innovation
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Develop a deeper
understanding of innovation
processes and methods, business
model design, product and service
development, and design thinking
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Teach students how to be
successful decision makers by
exposing them to real world examples
through industrial visits, company
presentations, global study trips and
more
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Prepare students for
competitive markets
worldwide with an education
focused on a global business
perspective and cultural awareness
06
Deliver an education with a
strong philosophy embedded in
business ethics and sustainability
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Program
Highlights
Hands-on Lectures & Group Projects
The program incorporates lectures that provide practical
knowledge which is applicable to the business innovation sector
on a global scale. Courses provide students with the opportunity
to collaborate in different teamwork settings in order to simulate
various business environments.
GBSB Global Students Working on a Survey
Knowledge-by-doing
Various program modules incorporate a learning-by-doing
teaching methodology that allows students to not only gain
theoretical knowledge but also to practice what has been learned
in class.
Lego ® Serious Play ® Workshop at GBSB Global
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Learning Outside the Classroom
Included in the curriculum are annual visits to different companies
and company presentations on campus, so students may see
how professionals conduct business in the real world. Past visits
have included meetings with international companies such as
Hewlett-Packard (HP), Estrella Damm, Swarovski, World Trade
Organization, United Nations, Keiretsu Forum, and many others.
Talent Garden Visit
Exclusive Access to Industry Events
Students will have exclusive access to different events held by
various organizations in Spain and further abroad such as Mobile
World Congress and Innovation Growth Lab Global Conference
that will complement and reiterate teachings from their
coursework at GBSB Global.
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Global Study Trips
GBSB Global organizes annual trips to international organizations
and companies which open their doors to GBSB Global students.
GBSB Global Visit to the United Nations
Workshops
New workshops for students are constantly being added to the
curriculum to inspire students, increase their creativity and free
flowing thought, and to help them bring their ideas to fruition.
Rapid Prototyping Workshop in Class at GBSB Global
Networking Opportunities
Students will have many opportunities to network with everyone
from startup entrepreneurs to corporate professionals, as well as
professors and other students.
Jobarcelona Guest Speaker at GBSB Global
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Faculty with Industry Experience and Invited
Speakers
Each faculty member at GBSB Global has professional experience
in the subject area they are teaching. Additionally, invited
speakers from different companies and organizations constantly
visit GBSB Global. This provides students with an opportunity
to learn directly from practicing professionals and to understand
how business is conducted in real life.
ANUE Visit at GBSB Global
Focus on Innovation and Technology
Businesses need managers with the knowledge to be both globally
aware and digitally trained. They require digital strategists to be
able to exploit new technologies on the market for a maximum
return on investment. GBSB Global aims to bring modern
technologies to the classroom for the students to explore the
opportunities they provide.
GBSB Global student Presenting in Class
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Global
Study Trips
GBSB Global Business School arranges Global Study Trips, a
yearly educational trip abroad. This is an opportunity of a lifetime
for all students. The visited organizations are closed to the general
public, but the relationships GBSB Global Business School has
established with these institutions allow for these visits to be
planned.

Some of the organizations GBSB Global

students visit:

UNESCO in Paris

Organization for Economic Cooperation and

Development (OECD) in Paris

GBSB Global Delegates in Geneva

United Nations in Geneva

World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva

European Commission in Brussels

Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for

Human Rights in Geneva

United Nations Conference on Trade and

Development in Geneva

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Program
Structure

Become a Leader &

a Global Manager

Transversal Competencies
of Global Leaders
Communication, Time Management
& Leadership
Ethics & Responsibility

Design, Innovate and Learn What It Takes to Create

& Manage Innovative Business Models and Products

Design Thinking Product Innovation Agile Fundamentals:

& Business Model Management & New Scrum, Kanban, Lean
Design Product Development & XP
(Lego® Serious Play® (NPD) (Agile Methodologies
Workshop & Meetings (Rapid Prototyping Workshop & Meetings
with Managers*) Workshop*) with Managers*)

Capstone Master Project:

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Participate in Transformation Processes

& Make the Best Use of Knowledge (the
Engine that Propels Innovative Business)

Knowledge Management Digital Transformation &

& Business Intelligence
(Meetings with Managers*)
Technologies
Strategic Management of
Technology
Digital Transformation &
Change Management

(Learning-by-doing:
a consultancy study
conducted by students and
involving a real digital
transformation case)

Take Innovations to the Market &

Learn About Project Management in
Intra- and Entrepreneurship Settings

Marketing of Innovations Project Development &

Finance
Financial Strategies for
Business Development
Entrepreneurial Project
Management

A practical group project in which the students perform an organizational analysis

or audit, a case study or original research on a specific topic of interest.

*Workshops are subject to change. Meetings with managers involve guest speaker lectures on campus as well as practical visits to
companies; the number of such meetings may vary.

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Course
Descriptions
Become a Transversal Competencies of
Global Leaders
Leader &
a Global Communication, Time Management
& Leadership
Manager This course offers a general overview
of the most important communication
and leadership theories and fields
of actions of the modern leader. It
explores the soft skills required to lead
effectively. The topics cover insights
into organizational leadership to the
tools for managing specific types of
enterprises.

The focus is on understanding,

criticizing, and challenging leadership
styles and acquiring the tools for
leading change and shaping corporate
culture within the industry. Role plays
are used to develop practical skills for
successful communication and time
management.

Ethics & Responsibility

Business leaders must be aware of the
moral implications of both corporate
and personal actions. The master course
provides a theoretical and practical
approach to instances of ethics and
morality, which determine the moral
standards crucial for the success of any
business model.

This course is divided into two blocks: on

the one hand a historical and theoretical
framework, and on the other hand modern
aspects of social moral and personal ethics,
that determine the concept and practice
of Corporate Social Responsibility in any
business proposal.

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Design, Design Thinking & Business Agile Fundamentals: Scrum,

Model Design Kanban, Lean & XP
Innovate and
Learn What This course explores existing and
new business models and value
This course explores the importance
of being Agile, the key aspects of
it Takes propositions. The students learn how
to design, test, and build new business
value-driven development, adaptive
planning techniques, and how to be
to Create models and value propositions in a
systematic, efficient, and practical way.
collaborative with customers, clients,
and teams. The students learn to apply
& Manage The students gain understanding of the the values and principles of the Agile

Innovative
cutting-edge methodologies and tools model for product development and
to align team members of a project or compare and contrast the most popular

Business an organization around clear stories of

how they intend to create, deliver, and
Agile approaches, including Scrum
and Kanban. Course participants start
Models and capture value. to recognize the cultural and mindset
challenges of being fully successful
Products Participants develop an ability to with Agile and learn to create a strong
conceive radically innovative solutions focus on the delivery of customer value.
by applying a design-cantered
approach, to deeply understand who
the real stakeholders are and what
they care about, to create vision that
gets buy-in from senior management
and colleagues, avoid hazards, and
create solutions that people love both
emotionally and intellectually. The
course covers such tools as Business
Model Canvas, Lean Canvas, and more.

Product Innovation Management

& New Product Development
(NPD)

The participants of this course will

understand the role of innovation in
both small and large firms and the
challenges these firms face in relation
to new product & process development.
The students will gain awareness of the
activities needed to take a new product
from the idea generation phase to a
successful launch in the market. The
importance of Open Innovation and
alliances in the NPD process will be
emphasized. The students will be
introduced to project management
phases and processes and will learn to
translate an idea into a real project and
to get the funds to develop the product
and launch it to the market.
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Participate in Digital Transformation & Knowledge Management &

Technologies Business Intelligence
Transformation
Processes Strategic Management of Technology
This course provides an overview of
This course introduces the field of
Knowledge Management, its principles,
& Make the concepts and tools for thinking about and
deployment methods, recognizing data
versus knowledge and big data. The
managing technology businesses. The
Best Use of students will understand the application
students will understand how to apply
and integrate appropriate components
Knowledge of ways of thinking or models that
help in the analysis, development and
and functions of various knowledge

(the Engine
management systems and will get an
implementation of strategies for managing
overview of technologies: Artificial
technology and will clearly identify drivers
that Propels and barriers to technological innovation
Intelligence, Digital Libraries, Networking,
Best Practices, Data Mining and Big
within an organization. The course topics
Innovative include: what is technology innovation
Data, Applications for Management,
Production, Logistics and PMO. Business
Business) & why it matters, patterns of change in
technologies and markets, standards and
intelligence behind current businesses
methods will be explained. The students
dominant designs, market life-cycles,
will learn the methods, theoretical and
transitions and disruptions, technology
practical applications to maximize
brief presentations, crafting a deployment
knowledge management and will critically
strategy.
evaluate current trends in knowledge
management and their application in
Digital Transformation & Change
business and industry.
Management
This course equips students to confidently
conceive, lead and execute digital
innovation initiatives and develop
new business models for existing
and insurgent organizations. The
students will understand economic and
technological principles underlying
digital transformation, identifying
and integrating diverse user needs,
organizing and leading product and
service innovation initiatives, harnessing
crowdsourcing and distributed innovation
networks. The topics discussed during
the course include: the clash between
existing business models and new digitally
enhanced and led business models
emphasizing platforms and ecosystems;
the competitive interactions among firms
with different digital business models;
digital transformation: mobile business
and social media.As part of this course
the students will engage in a practical
learning-by-doing projects involving a real
digital transformation case.

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Take Innovations Project Development & Finance Marketing of Innovations

to the Market &
Learn About Financial Strategies for Business
Development
The greatest challenge of innovation
is not a lack of ideas or inventions,
Project This course focuses on understanding but rather achieving market adoption
required to deliver a return on the
financial accounting in order to make
Management in financial management decisions and inventor’s investment of money,

Intra-and includes financial statement analysis, people, and time.

financial ratio analysis, cash flows,
Entrepreneurship profitability analysis, risk management,
data quality, ethics, sustainability, and
Most new products launched fail to
achieve financial success. Marketing
Settings forecasting. This course prepares students plays a critical role in successful
innovation. Effective marketing of a
for more in-depth financial analysis and
managerial decision-making. Whatever new innovation can improve the odds
career path the student chooses, they of success by accelerating adoption,
will likely be faced with these financial attracting a higher price, and speeding
management decisions. up the return on a company’s
investment. This course will help
Entrepreneurial Project Management students understand what is required
to develop and deliver successful
This course familiarizes students with
marketing strategies needed for
the principal steps for bringing an
innovative new products and services.
innovative project to fruition and helps
them comprehend the natural stages of
development, and to be able to set realistic
targets and goals so as to enable morale and
financing management. The course covers
the fundamentals of managing a project
and the knowledge acquisition process that
enables to make crucial decisions for the
company over time, it develops a deeper
understanding of the opportunities and
challenges involved in the management of
the business unit and of the total enterprise
and provides learners with appropriate
skills and perspectives to successfully
implement change. The students
learn Project Management elements,
techniques, approaches, understand the
Project Life Cycles dimensions and how to
implement a project, the impact of Project
Management and learn how to use several
relevant business methods.

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Faculty
GBSB Global faculty is as diverse as the student
body with faculty members representing many
different countries and nationalities.

Each Master in Business Innovation faculty member, apart from

a strong academic background, has a practical, professional
experience in their subject area, which allows the students to learn
directly from industry professionals.

GBSB Global Faculty Statistics

72% Europe
18% South America
9% North America
1% Asia

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Some Members of the
MA in Business Inovation Faculty
ELENA TECCHIATI
Academic Background
Bachelor Degree, Psychology, University of Cologne,
Germany
Master Degree, Organizational Psychology and Human
Resources, University of Ramon Llull, Spain
Career Experience
Coach and Trainer, Liw E.V. & Liw B&T, Bayer Business
Services, Germany
Assistant, RHR International, Germany
Advertising and Event Manager, Kat Marketing,
Germany
JORDI CASTELLS
Academic Background Career Experience
Bachelor Degree, Telecommunications Engineering,
Polytechnic University of Catalunya, Spain
Master Degree, Research and Market Techniques, Open
University of Catalunya, Spain
Career Experience
Co-Founder, CLIMB21, Spain
Tutor, ACC1O, Spain
National Expert, YUZZ, Spain
Certified Lego ® Serious Play ® Facilitator
GURSEL ILIPINAR
Academic Background Reporting, Mechel, Russia
BSc, Economics, University of Istanbul, Turkey
Master Degree, Marketing and Information Technology,
Georgia State University of Atlanta, USA
Master Degree, Research Management in Design &
Innovation Management, ESADE Business School, Spain
Executive Education Certificate, Design Thinking, Art
Center College of Design, USA
PhD, Management, ESADE Business School, Spain
Career Experience
Head of Catalyzer for Innovation, Design,
Entrepreneurship & Research, Binus University
International, Indonesia
Product Manager, AT&T Telecom, USA
Central America Technology Operations Manager,
BellSouth Latin America, USA
Coordinator of Master of Design Management, Instituto
Europeo di Design, Italy
PostDoc Researcher in Design and Entreprenership,
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
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FERRAN TEIXES
Academic Background
Bachelor Degree, Philology, Universitat Oberta de
Catalunya, Spain
Master Degree, Economics and Management, Universitat
de Barcelona, Spain
Certificated Lego ® Serious Play ® Facilitator
Career Experience
Advisory Board Member, IGNITE Serious Play, Spain
Managing Director, Agrupació Pedagògica Sant Nicolau,
Spain
STEPHEN HARRISON
Academic Background
BSc, Mathematics, Exeter University, UK
MBA, Marketing, University of Phoenix, USA
Master Degree, Marketing, ESERP Business School,
Spain
CEO, Gerentes Internacionales S.A., Spain
Independent Consultant/Coach, Spain
Financial & Business Consultant, Spain
JULIA SOKOLOVA
Academic Background
Bachelor Degree, Oxford Brookes University, UK
MBA, ESADE Business School, Spain
Career Experience
ACCA Tutor & Director, ACCADEMIA, Spain
Methodology Expert & Project Manager, Financial
Corporate Consolidation Manager, JT International,
Switzerland
Financial Analyst, JT International, Switzerland
BERNARDO ESPINOSA
Academic Background
BA, Civil Engineering, Universidad Autonoma de
Yucatan, Spain
Master Degree, Environmental Urban Design,
Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan, Spain
Master Degree, Environmental Engineering Technology
& Environmental Technology, University of Barcelona,
Spain
Career Experience
Founder, North Group LTD, Spain
Founder and General Manager, Stonex Surveying,
Mexico, Italy, China
Founder and General Manager, Axis Ingenieria, Mexico
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JOSEP BOSCH VICTORIANO TRAVIESO MORALES

Academic Background Academic Background

Bachelor and Master Degree, Journalism, Universidad
Autonoma de Barcelona, Spain
Career Experience
Head of Media, World Trade Organization, Switzerland
Spokesman and Information Officer, World Trade
Organization, Switzerland
Geneva Bureau Chief and Economics Correspondent, Efe,
Switzerland
Hong Kong and Southeast Asia and the Pacific Bureau
Chief and Economics Correspondent, Efe, China
Tokyo Bureau Chief and Economics Correspondent, Efe,
Japan
Correspondent, Efe, UK
Bachelor Degree, Law, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran
Canaria, Spain
PG DIP, Legal Studies, Contractual, Conveyancing, Trusts
& Equities, European Competition Law, Criminal Law,
Commendation, London South Bank University, UK
Postgraduate Degree, Legal Practice, BPP Law School, UK
Career Experience
Senior Spanish Lawyer and English Solicitor, Gimbrere
International Advocaten, S.L.P., Spain
Practicing English Solicitor, Stepinlaw Abogados, Spain
Spanish Lawyer and English Solicitor, De Haan & Mulder,
S.L.P., Spain

CARLES REVILLA

Academic Background
Bachelor Degree, International Trade, Universitat
Pompeu Fabra, Spain
Bachelor Degree, Economics and Business, Universitat
Pompeu Fabra, Spain
Master Degree, International Business and Marketing,
Johannes Kepler Universitat Linz, Spain

Career Experience
Digital Strategist, Freelance, Spain
International Digital Marketing Manager, ACC1O, Spain
Export Manager of European Markets, Delta, Spain

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Obtain Additional
Professional Certification
GBSB Global is an official testing centre, authorized GBSB Global offers its students to become certified at F1 – F4
to run the Association of Chartered Certified levels.
Accountants (ACCA) and Microsoft Office Specialist
Training and content for certain ACCA certification levels
(MOS) exams. This means that each of our students
are included in some study programs at GBSB Global. This
obtains an additional benefit to become ACCA or
means that during your program you will acquire the necessary
MOS certified.
knowledge to get prepared for ACCA exams. The exams for the
levels included in your program are optional and free of charge
ACCA and MOS certifications are a globally recognized, credible
and can be taken either at Barcelona or Madrid campuses
and portable validation that you have the knowledge, skills and
(cannot be taken online).
expertise to get the job done. It is the most reliable guide for
selecting qualified professionals for critical roles, as well as a clear You can optionally study for and pass exams for those ACCA
path for professional development and advancement. levels which are not included in your study program for an
additional special fee for GBSB Global students.
ACCA Certifications Where exemptions are awarded, there is no need to pass any
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is a exam and the ACCA certifications will be granted automatically
leading international accountancy body. The ACCA qualification as part of your training during the program.
is recognized worldwide and proves to employers that you have
ability in all aspects of business. It is the largest and fastest
growing qualification in the world, with over 500,000 members
and students in 170 countries.

ACCA certifications are organized around different levels and

modules:
Knowledge Module (Levels F1 – F3)
Skills Module (Levels F4 – F9)
Essentials Module (Levels P1 – P3)
Options Module (Levels P4 – P7)

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MOS Certifications
Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of
Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification
in a specific Office program. Holding a MOS certification can earn
an entry-level business employee as much as $16,000 more in
annual salary than uncertified peers.*
*Anderson, Cushing, and John F. Gantz. Skills Requirements for Tomorrow’s
Best Jobs: Helping Educators Provide Students with Skills and Tools They Need.
IDC/Microsoft. October 2013.

MOS Certifications at two levels (Specialist and Expert) can be

obtained for the following Microsoft Office programs:
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
MS Outlook
MS Access
MS SharePoint
MS OneNote

Microsoft Imagine Academy

A status of the official Microsoft Showcase School gives GBSB
Global’s students access to the Microsoft Imagine Academy.
Through Microsoft Imagine Academy you can receive online
training and access all necessary study materials.
You can optionally study for and pass exams for those Microsoft
Office Tools which are not included in your study program for
an additional special fee for GBSB Global students.

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Professional Opportunities
Prospective Careers
Career Support During & Beyond Your Studies
Careers After Graduation
Do Your Internship in Spain

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Professional
Opportunities
Prepare to enter one of many business innovation sectors all over
the world with remarkable benefits. With a higher education
degree in business innovation, you will open many doors to find
your dream career and work in the country of your choice.

Graduates from GBSB Global have secured employment at a

variety of interesting companies across the globe. Like GBSB
Global alumni, you could have the opportunity to work for HP,
Inditex, Booking.com, Glovo and many more. With the right
education, training and networking, the opportunities to build
your future career are endless.

Average Annual Salaries in Business Innovation

INNOVATION
ENGINEER BUSINESS ANALYST CHANGE AGENT
€63,000 €62,400 €64,000

BUSINESS DIGITAL
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR OF TRANSFORMATION
MANAGER INNOVATION MANAGER
€50,000 €115,600 €50,500

Source: Glassdoor.com
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Prospective
Careers
The Master in Business Innovation will provide
you with the skills and knowledge that will allow you
to pursue a variety of careers.
Innovation Engineer
Engineers handle the more technical aspects of business
innovation, primarily by creating innovative prototypes and
developing new supply chain strategies.
Business Analyst
Responsible for the creation and design of business models
with tailored revenue streams and pricing strategies for the
new products and/or services of a particular organization.
Innovation Catalyst
Innovation catalysts are professionals with advanced skills
in studying and forecasting cultural trends in the market.
Catalysts are responsible for driving global market growth
based on the assessment of consumer demand and market
opportunity.
Innovation Analyst
Innovation analysts monitor the activity of market
competitors and use research and analytics to drive
improvements in the business process. Their goal is to
ensure product development aligns with overall business
strategy.

Change Agent Digital Transformation Manager

Change Agents are in charge of the motivation and
management of people within an organization. He or she
may create and implement transformational business
strategies to improve the efficiency of business operations
and outcomes.
Responsible for the digitization of existing or new products
&/or services. They use digital expertise to develop a
marketing, communication, and management strategy
online.

Business Development Manager

Individuals here conduct consumer research, market
analysis, and industry forecasting to identify new
opportunities in the market for the company to access.

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Career Support During

& Beyond Your Studies
At GBSB Global Business School our vision is to be Help from Your Faculty
a leading innovative business school, developing
Very often faculty members who are working in their
transformational ideas and professionals that shape
corresponding fields introduce students to different professionals
the future of business.
and job opportunities. It is a great advantage of having lecturers
who are not only academics, but also involved in the professional
Our Career Services team will support you throughout your
sector.
studies and beyond to ensure you achieve your full potential. You
will connect your goals and values and discover the influencing,
Career Fairs
communication and leadership skills you need to actively manage
and accelerate your career. GBSB Global’s students are invited to career fairs in Spain and
abroad where HR departments from hundreds of multinational
Career development is a journey. Wherever you are in the process companies can answer all their questions and provide them with
– from starting a graduate job to considering changing industries work opportunities. Since 2016, GBSB Global participates in
– GBSB Global offers assistance to help students plan and achieve JobBarcelona - the biggest career fair in the city.
career success.

Coaching & Career Development Support

GBSB Global provides all kinds of support for the students to
become more employable. Career Services helps students create
CV’s, prepare for interviews and assists with the job search.
Career Development Workshops
Skills webinars covering topics such as Preparation for an
Interview, Salary Negotiation, Managing Workplace, Job Search
Tips, etc.
Career Consultations & Executive Coaching
You will have access to career consultations and executive
coaching. One career consultation with one of our highly trained
career experts available at any time during the program to suit
your needs. You may also extend your coaching relationships by
purchasing further sessions.
Expert Insights
Experienced guest speakers share first-hand industry insights.
Online Resources
Grow Your Global Network
Studying alongside students from all over the world, having
international teachers and meeting business leaders from
different companies is a unique opportunity to broaden your
business experience, grow your global network, apply your skills
and explore a new culture. Explore the themes of development
and globalization, and develop close working relationships with
your international peers while studying online at GBSB Global
Business School. This global network will be one of your biggest
assets in your professional career.
Industrial Visits
GBSB Global Business School arranges visits to different
companies where students are introduced to the management
and offered to leave their CV’s, as well as develop their professional
networks.
Company Presentations on Campus
GBSB Global Business School organizes presentations of different
companies on the campus, so that the students can meet the
representatives of a variety of companies and apply for different
positions offered by the firms.

Our Career Services team posts various job and internship offers
from our partner companies on a daily basis. Being an official
ACCA partner school, gives our students an exclusive access to
thousands of international jobs in finance through ACCA portal.
Additionally, GBSB Global is a partner of HOSCO – world’s
leading hospitality network which publishes job offers in tourism
and hospitality.

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Finding Employment Within 1-3 Months After

Graduation
Graduates from GBSB Global have secured employment at top
companies all over the world. Like GBSB Global alumni, you could
end up working at Apple, SAP, Deloitte and many more. With the
right education, training and networking, the opportunities to
build your future career are endless.

Most of the GBSB Global graduates find employment within the

first 1-3 months after finishing their studies. Job opportunities
arise from securing placements while studying, as the internships
often turn into full-time positions. Also, advanced job searches
ensure student success after graduation.

Some of the Companies Where GBSB Global

Graduates Work

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Meet Our Successful Graduates

“The program helped me expand my business knowledge. “You have people from Asia, Europe, the Middle East,
Due to this learning I have been able to re-enter the from the States, from everywhere so you get to feel the
corporate world at Apple Distribution International, culture of everyone.”
where innovative graduates are sought after.”

Neil McLoughlin, IRELAND Serína Nassif, EGYPT

Demand Analyst, Apple, Inc Customer Service Manager, Céline

“I love my job and how much I am growing professionally “The school organized a lot of different events that
in the position, I am responsible for recruiting employees. promoted development of our communication skills,
GBSB Global played a very imperative role helping me presentation skills, made us more open-minded, and
achieve my goals, and I am forever grateful.” more culturally intelligent.”

Carolina Pinheiro Castioni, BRAZIL Aizat Kalbergenova, KAZAKHSTAN

Europe Operations Specialist, Gympass Business Operations Analyst, SAP

“We had these classes about trends, marketing, the theory “Having an internship in a Spanish hotel chain was a great
about fashion and luxury industry which is now helping opportunity. As I was working at the same time as I was
me to understand new things and to bring new ideas.” completing my studies, it helped me to apply the new
knowledge I attained from GBSB Global to my job.”

Ioannis Antonopoulos, GERMANY Galina Sverchkova, KAZAKHSTAN

Business Development Specialist, Swarovski Artisan Server, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

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Careers After Graduation

01. The majority of our alumni have been employed within 1-3 months after graduation

75% 19% 6%
in 1-3 months in 4-6 months in more than 6 months

02. Most of our alumni pursue an

international career abroad

63% abroad

37%
native country

The majority of our alumni are currently working in

03. executive and upper management positions

Executive & Middle Intermediate

Upper Management Management Management

53% 27% 20%

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Do Your Internship
in Spain

GBSB Global offers its students a The duration of the internship

unique opportunity to complete cannot exceed six months and
their internship in Spain during the GBSB Global will provide paperwork
program. assistance to help students to secure
internships.

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Internships in Spain are

usually paid and can lead to full-
time jobs.

Both Madrid and Barcelona are

international cities with plenty of
multinational companies and you
do not necessarily need
to speak Spanish to do an
internship.

Students are encouraged to use

the online resources offered by
GBSB Global and to attend the
workshops assisting on how to
look for an internship in Spain.

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Our Approach to Business Education
Accreditation & Memberships
Rankings
Strategic Partnerships
Achievements
Campuses
Latest Digital Innovations & Teaching Methods
Extra-Curricular Activities
Accommodation
Learn Spanish

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Our Approach to
Business Education
Global Diversity An Opportunity to Learn from Great Business
Leaders
We are the first business school in Spain with a true focus
on the world: Our faculty and invited speakers are highly professional
business people coming from:
Students from 85+ countries
Faculty from 16+ countries Multinational companies
International partners R&D fields in various business areas
Internship opportunities worldwide Entrepreneurial positions at startups and rapidly
Multicultural case studies expanding businesses
Cultural visits and experiences

GBSB Global Students on Orientation Day Ben Walker from Zoom Guest Speaker

Innovative Programs Personalized Approach

Continuous application of the latest trends and methods in
innovative education:
Innovative teaching methods like visual thinking and
design thinking
New product development and rapid prototyping
Innovative business model development
We foster a student-centered learning approach which
provides:
Customized education in small groups;
most classes have a maximum of 30 students
High level of student involvement at GBSB Global
Individualized attention provided by the
GBSB Global academic team addressing your
concerns and requests

Lego ® Serious Play ® Workshop at GBSB Global GBSB Global Individual Career Development Workshop
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Integrity, Business Ethics & Sustainability Employability & Career Development

We educate students to become highly professional and GBSB Global Business School supports students in
responsible business leaders by embedding the following in securing their future careers by providing:
every curriculum: Individual coaching sessions
Human rights issues Group workshops and company presentations
Sustainability practices Career counseling
Business ethics Constant job and internship offers from our partners

GBSB Global Students at the Col-legi d’Economistes de Catalunya How to Win a Job Interview Workshop

Education in English & the Opportunity to Learn Technological Approach

More Languages
GBSB Global Business School is a technology-driven school
All programs are taught in English, but with a diverse student that is the first and only higher education institution in
body and faculty from all over the world, you will have the Spain that has been accredited as an official Microsoft
chance to learn many other languages. School. GBSB Global provides a fully digitized environment
Some commonly found around are: complete with:
Spanish Online collaborative spaces
English Microsoft Office 365 accessibility
Russian Free wifi in all facilities
French
German

GBSB Global Student in a Spanish Class GBSB Global Student Using Microsoft Classroom Online

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Accreditation & Memberships
GBSB Global is the only business school in Spain with an
international accreditation from ASIC, an educational standard
that is recognized by the British Government’s Home
Office; approved by Ofsted, the Council for Higher Accreditation;
a member of the National Academic Recognition Information
Center (NARIC); a member of the CHEA International Quality
Group (CIQG) in the USA and is listed in their International
Directory; a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation);
an affiliate of ENQA (European Network for Quality Assurance);
an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance
and E-Learning Network); ASIC was assessed and met the
requirements of ISO9001:2015 for the following scope of
operations: “Accreditation for education institutions in the UK
and Worldwide”
Official Member and accreditated by the European Council
for Business Education (ECBE). The mission of ECBE is to
support higher education institutions and professional training
organizations to develop outstanding, innovative programs
which will help students to develop skills, knowledge &
experience to succeed in today’s dynamic global economy.
GBSB Global is accredited as ATHE (Awards for Training and
Higher Education) centre, an OFQUAL regulated awarding
organization in the UK specialising in Management qualifications
with progression routes to a wide range of University
degrees. These qualifications are also designed to provide
learners with enhanced job prospects in a range of industries.
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Official Member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools
of Business (AACSB). AACSB provides internationally
recognized, specialized accreditation for business and accounting
programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level. The
AACSB Accreditation Standards challenge post-secondary
educators to pursue excellence and continuous improvement
throughout their business programs. AACSB Accreditation
is known, worldwide, as the longest standing,
most recognized form of specialized/professional
accreditation an institution and its business programs can
earn.
Official Member and Candidate for Accreditation with the
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
(ACBSP). This accrediting body is a US-based Global
Business Accreditation institution recognizing over 1,000
quality business, accounting, and business-related programs
worldwide.
Accredited by Microsoft as a leader in digital
education, providing students with the most state-of-the-art
learning experience from day one. GBSB Global is the first
and only higher education institution in Spain that has
obtained this accreditation.*
*As of January 2018
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Rankings

“leader in global education”

Recognized as a leader in global education by

Newsweek Magazine

“one of the best business schools in Europe”

Recorded as one of the best business schools

in Europe by MYBS (Mind Your Own Business School)

“no. 1 in Europe”

Ranked No. 1 in Europe in the Guide to Sustainability

Schools

“ranked within the five best masters”

The Master in Fashion and Luxury Business Management is

ranked within the five best masters in the area of Luxury in
Spain by Deluxes.net and Finanzas.com

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Strategic Partnerships
The University of Alcalá (UAH)
The University of Alcalá (UAH) is
ranked one of the top universities
in Spain, according to an evaluation
of various Spanish and international
rankings. UAH ranks among the best
Spanish universities rated against the 81
total universities in Spain, in practically all
of the considerations examined.
UAH is listed in the world’s three
most respected and esteemed
university rankings: the QS World
University Ranking (QS WUR),
the Times Higher Education
World University Ranking and the
Shanghai Academic Ranking
of World Universities (ARWU).
GBSB Global and UAH deliver the
following dual degrees: MSc in Digital
Marketing and MSc in Digital Business in
Madrid campus.
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The Association of Chartered
Certified Accountants
The Association of Chartered
Certified Accountants (ACCA)
is a global professional organization
issuing esteemed international
certifications for business and
finance professionals. The ACCA
certifications are recognized worldwide by
banks, consulting and auditing companies,
and other financial entities. GBSB Global
is ACCA’s strategic partner in Spain and
the only official ACCA Computer
Based Examination center in the
country.
The University of Vic - Central
University of Catalonia
(UVic-UCC)
UVic-UCC aims to foster higher
education, postgraduate training and
scientific and cultural research activities,
and knowledge transfer; paper and
multimedia publishing; grants to support
all these activities; and economic and
social regional development. UVic-UCC
seeks to provide in-service teacher
training, support for the tutorial system
and teaching innovation.
It is a local university, committed
to the economic and social
development of our region,
through teaching, research and knowledge
transfer, with a European vocation and
international outlook. GBSB Global and
UVic-UCC deliver the following dual
degrees: MSc in Entrepreneurship,
MSc in Financial Management, Digital
Finance and Internet Banking, and MA in
Business Innovation in Barcelona, Madrid
and online.

Achievements
IBECC
In 2013, our students won the prestigious
International Business Ethics
Case Competition in San Diego,
California, USA ahead of second place
winner Oxford University.
The European
Development Days
The European Development Days is an
event sponsored and organized by the
European Commission to generate new
ideas, take action and shape the future with
world leaders. As a result of participation
in the European Development Days,
GBSB Global has been listed as one of the
official academic partners of the
European Commission.
To date, GBSB Global has been the
only Business School from Spain
invited to participate in this event due to
the school’s focus on business ethics and
sustainability. Here, GBSB Global students
had the opportunity to network with
business leaders, presidents and ministers,
and to take part in the discussions on the
future of the world.
Why GBSB Global
THE FIRST AND
ONLY official
Microsoft School in
Spain
Recognition as a Microsoft Showcase
School is awarded to only a few
schools worldwide that have started
their journey implementing a complete
digital transformation to improve and
innovate their teaching and learning
methods.
This platform creates an inclusive,
high-tech academic experience
that not only stimulates advanced learning
and development but also motivates
students to achieve greatness. GBSB
Global Business School is the
first and only higher education
institution in Spain that has
obtained this accreditation.*
*As of January 2018
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Campuses

Barcelona Campus
7 minutes
Barcelona campus is located in the heart of the city, Plaza
in the vibrant Eixample neighborhood. The campus Catalunya
is set in a modern, bespoke building to guarantee effective and
comfortable learning.
The facilities on campus include:
3 minutes
Computers and space for individual work
Plaza
A print and photocopy service
Universitat
Vending machines
Meeting rooms
Comfortable, co-working spaces
Free Wi-Fi in all facilities
7 minutes
There is also a beautiful garden where most of our social activities Plaza
take place, and where the students can unwind and relax – a real Espana
oasis in the center of Barcelona.

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Barcelona Cathedral

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Madrid Campus
20 minutes
The Madrid campus is located in the university Santiago
area of the Spanish capital, just a 10 minute walk Bernabeu
from the metro station “Cuatro Caminos” in the city Stadium
center. The campus neighborhood is full of student residences
and local bars where students can study and enjoy their free time.
10 minutes Cuatro
The facilities on campus include:
Caminos
Space for individual work Metro Station
A print and photocopy service
Vending machines
Comfortable, co-working spaces
Free Wi-Fi in all facilities 25 minutes
Cafeteria University City
of Madrid
The famous public swimming pool of Madrid “Piscina Municipal
Francos Rodriguez” is located just across the road from the campus
and students can attend it for a small monthly fee. Additionally,
there are several public and private gyms, just a five minute walk
from the campus. The campus can be easily accessed by public
transport from any point of Madrid. The “Francos Rodriguez”
metro station is just a 2 minute walk away.

Santiago
Bernabeu Stadium

Cuatro Caminos
Metro Station
University City
of Madrid

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Barcelona Campus

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Madrid Campus

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Latest Digital Innovations

& Teaching Methods
GBSB Global has been at the forefront of
developing and applying learning technologies
in the classroom. Faculty, staff, and students
have pioneered technologies that enhance
visualization, facilitate knowledge mapping,
integrate games into learning, and advance the
digital humanities.
Digitalized Service Catalogue in a Mobile App
This app enables students to request different academic services
from their mobile phone without the use of paper or personal
interaction. Additionally, students can track the status of the
request and value the services received.

We seek to encourage and enable faculty and students to use the

Microsoft Office 365 for Education platform and other digital tools,
such as those described below, through knowledge dissemination,
training, and support.

GBSB Global Business School is proud to be one of the leading

institutions in Europe to respond to the challenges of the 21st
century. Most of our classrooms are equipped with digital
blackboards, students can use special mobile apps to help them
manage their learning process, and the latest teaching methods
such as Lego ® Serious Play ®, Rapid Prototyping, and Design
Thinking are widely used to develop creative and entrepreneurial
abilities of our students. Andrés Mazzei, Guest Speaker at GBSB Global

Classroom Interactive Touchscreen (Digital

Blackboards)
The Digital Interactive Classroom is packaged with a robust
infrastructure that helps students to stand globally competent
with the help of state-of-the-art technology, bringing tomorrow’s
education to us today. The set-up includes a giant Interactive
Touchscreen which allows a lecturer to write directly on the screen
– on top of any digital content – just like pen on paper. It doesn’t
get any easier or more intuitive. The touchscreens immediately
provide handwritten input to any PC or Mac of all students.

Video Wall
Students at our Barcelona campus can enjoy a giant video
wall. Video wall enables better communication within GBSB ANUE Visit at GBSB Global
Global’s community as it displays announcements, latest news,
achievements, and institutional videos.

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Online Classroom in a Mobile App
Microsoft Office 365 for Education allows students to access
their online classroom and to consult assignments, class notes,
readings, send messages to instructors, etc. from anywhere by
installing an easy to use mobile app.
Creativity Enabled Classrooms
Almost all classrooms at GBSB Global contain easy to move tables
which facilitate hands-on experiments. A typical class incorporates
lecture, experiments, discussion questions, visualizations, and
pencil-and-paper exercises.
Rapid Prototyping Workshop at GBSB Global
Rapid Prototyping Workshop at GBSB Global
Why GBSB Global
Lego ® Serious Play ®
The LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Method is a technique which
improves group problem solving. By utilizing visual, auditory and
kinesthetic skills, the Method requires participants to learn and
listen, and it provides all participants with a voice. The Method
serves as a shared language regardless of culture or position. Each
participant builds his or her own 3D LEGO® model in response
to the facilitator´s questions using specially selected LEGO®
elements. These 3D models serve as a basis for group discussion,
knowledge sharing, problem solving and decision making.
Lego Workshop at GBSB Global
Lego Workshop at GBSB Global
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Extra-Curricular
Activities
Welcome Events
The GBSB Global Business School Welcome Event is one of the
school’s main traditions, gathering together all new and current
students and professors before each intake. Whether we choose to
celebrate at a glamorous rooftop bar, at an exciting club, or even
on a boat, we know you will enjoy the experience!
GBSB Global Welcome Event at the Bar George Payne
Sports Events
You can visit the exciting Camp Nou Football Stadium or join us in
watching the game at an authentic, local Spanish bar. GBSB Global
also organizes football games, beach volleyball tournaments, and
is open to any other sports and activities that are interesting for
the students.
Sport Activities on the Beach
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Excursions and Guided Tours
GBSB Global regularly offers students excursions, trips and guided
tours around Barcelona, Madrid and the surrounding cities.
GBSB Global Barcelona Tour for Swedish Highschool Visit
Cultural Events
Spain is full of intriguing and exciting events! It’s fun to explore the
bevy of events Spanish cities put on for its local and expat residents.
Cultural events like Three Kings Day and Carnaval involve
parades and costumes, while celebrations like Sant Jordi, La
Merce and Sant Joan mean having food and drinks with your
loved ones or watching the fireworks on the beach. Feel as if you’re
part of an intercultural community not only at GBSB Global, but
also in beautiful Barcelona and Madrid.
Beyond Spanish culture, we invite everybody to celebrate different
holidays and festivals from various cultures such as Christmas,
Halloween, The Color Festival and Chinese New
Year. GBSB Global also visits different cultural centers located in
Barcelona and Madrid.
GBSB Global Students at the International Culinary Event
 Why GBSB Global

Accommodation

Barcelona and Madrid are very eclectic, international

cities, with a lot of energy, with homes to fit every
personality and preference.

Finding short or long term rentals in both Barcelona and Madrid

is not difficult. GBSB Global Business School offers several
resources to help students research accommodation. Based on
your individual requirements, there are various options available.

Once you have been accepted as a student at GBSB Global, you

will receive our complete Accommodation Guide, a brochure
detailing every platform we recommend using to arrange your
new room, apartment or home in Barcelona or Madrid.

The accommodation guide includes:

Student Residences
Assisted Online Search Platforms
Help Finding a Private Room/Apartment
Shared Apartments with Other Students

Student room in Melon District residence hall, an official GBSB Global partner

Learn Spanish
By learning Spanish, you’ll be better able to communicate with
Spanish speakers who don’t speak English. Spanish is one of the More than

400
most commonly spoken languages in the world, after Chinese,
English and Hindustani. Undoubtedly, at some point during
your life, you’re going to find that knowing Spanish is extremely
valuable.
million people
Studying abroad in Spain is a good opportunity to learn
Spanish. At GBSB Global Business School, students study Spanish
speak Spanish
throughout the academic year as a part of their curriculum. worldwide
Alternatively, we have partnerships with several specialized
language schools where students can take more intensive language
courses.
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Why Barcelona
Why Madrid

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Why Madrid

among EU-27 regions in in the world in the prestigious best city in the world for living
number of high-tech jobs: International Congress abroad
144,420 professionals in the and Convention (InterNations Expat Insider 2016
ITC industry Association ranking Survey)
(Investinmadrid.com) (ICCA, 2015)

in the top-ranked destinations place among top 15 digital in the world in the Global Cities
cities in Europe startup cities in Europe Index*
(Global Destination Cities Index, (European Digital City Index 2016) (AT Kearney, 2016)
Mastercard, 2016)

within the world’s 25 most Foreign Population Annual average of 2,769

economically powerful cities hours of sunlight
(Global Economic Power Index,
Citylab, 2011)

3
World
Heritage
Sites
(UNESCO) The cost of living in Madrid is
Million Residents
(2017) one of the most acceptable
among large European capitals
(Mercer Cost of Living Ranking, 2014)

*GCI examines a city’s performance based on five dimensions: business activity, human capital, information exchange, cultural experience, and political engagement

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 Enjoy Spain

Why Barcelona

in Europe for quality of life and
clearness of environment
(European Cities Monitor 2011, 2012
Quality of Life City Rankings – Mercer
Survey)
place in Europe in Europe (after London and Paris)
(after London) for being promoted for being a significant business
as a business center center of Europe
(European Cities Monitor 2011) (European Cities Monitor 2011)

...in the world for the level

of infrastructure and urban
development
(Cities for Citizens 2011, Ernst & Young)

in Europe for attractiveness in the world for attracting in the world for
and ease for doing business foreign investment business competitiveness
(European Attractiveness Survey (Observatori 2013 de Barcelona) (Observatori 2013 de Barcelona)
2011, Ernst & Young)

Million Residents Foreign Population The city has a typical

(2016) Mediterranean climate with mild
winters and warm, sunny summers

, 9
World
Heritage
international companies (that Sites
work in the mobile industry) come (UNESCO)
to the yearly World Mobile
Congress Public Libraries

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 How to Apply
Admission Process and Requirements

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 How to Apply

Admission Process
& Requirements

1
Contact the Admissions
2
An admissions officer will
schedule an interview with you

Office by filling out an

online request form or get
in contact with an agency
representative

3
Send the documentation
required by the program

Passport CV / Resume Bachelor Degree Letter of Transcripts* Proof of Motivational Student

Diploma or equivalent Recommendation English Letter Card

4
Proficiency** Photo

Welcome to
GBSB Global
Business School

Enroll and
confirm your place

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 How to Apply

*Transcripts and Diploma:

If you have not obtained your diploma or transcripts yet, you
can still apply by providing an official letter which indicates
your approximate date of graduation.

**Proof of English proficiency:

Applicants can prove proficiency in English by meeting one of Annual Intakes
the following conditions before enrolling: October, January & April

English as a native language

Personal interview – Speak with our Admissions
Department and get your English proficiency approved
TOEFL – Minimum score: 213 (computer based), 79/80
(internet based), or 550 (paper based)
IELTS – Minimum score: 6.0
Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English If your English level is not
(CAE) – Minimum score: C sufficient, you can first join our
intensive English Language
English as the language of instruction during
Preparation course before
previous studies. The student must have studied at least one
starting your studies
year in classes taught in English. Taking classes to study the
English language is not sufficient

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GBSB Global

Complete
Program List
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MASTER OF ARTS PROGRAMS
BBA in Entrepreneurship MA in Fashion & Luxury Business Management
BBA in Management MA in Communication & Future Marketing
BBA in Marketing MA in Tourism & Hospitality Management
BBA in PR & Communication MA in Business Innovation
BBA in Finance
BBA in Digital Business MASTER OF SCIENCE PROGRAMS
BBA in Fashion & Luxury Business MSc in Entrepreneurship
BBA in Sports Management MSc in Finance
MSc in Operations & Supply Chain Management
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MSc in International Business Management
MBA General MSc in Marketing Management
MBA in Marketing Management MSc in Digital Business
MBA in International Business MSc in Digital Marketing & Ecommerce
MBA in Entrepreneurship MSc in Financial Management, Digital Banking
MBA in Finance & Internet Finance
MBA in Operations & Supply Chain Management

Barcelona Campus Madrid Campus

C/Aragon 179 C/Numancia 6
08011 Barcelona, Spain 28039 Madrid, Spain

www.global-business-school.org
admissions@global-business-school.org
Tel: +34 930 185 473

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