Course overview
Global Master's in Finance is a postgraduate (master's) course in finance & accounting at Esade in Barcelona, Spain. It takes 1 year plus a global immersion, with intakes in September 2027.
Esade is a private institution, ranked 7th worldwide, 5th in Europe in the Financial Times Full-Time MBA As listed by Esade. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Esade (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Barcelona, Spain |
| Course | Global Master's in Finance |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 1 year plus a global immersion |
| Tuition per year | €43,200 (≈ ₹45.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | September 2027 |
| English requirement | IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 68 or Duolingo 130 |
Interested in Global Master's in Finance?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €43,200 a year, about ₹45.8 lakh.
Total fee for 2027–28; includes housing during the global immersion (not flights or meals)
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared flat, Barcelona or Sant CugatOur estimate; Sant Cugat is often pricier than outer Barcelona districts | €550–900per month | ≈ ₹58,300 – ₹95,400 |
| Private student residence roomUsually includes bills; some include meals | €850–1,500per month | ≈ ₹90,100 – ₹1.6 lakh |
| Food and groceries | €220–350per month | ≈ ₹23,320 – ₹37,100 |
| Utilities and internet (your share) | €40–90per month | ≈ ₹4,240 – ₹9,540 |
| Public transport (T-jove youth pass, cost per month)Train between Barcelona and Sant Cugat is covered by the regional pass | €20–40per month | ≈ ₹2,120 – ₹4,240 |
| Private health insuranceNeeded for the student visa | €35–60per month | ≈ ₹3,710 – ₹6,360 |
Living costs for Spain as a whole: €9,000–14,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at Esade for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A bachelor's degree that allows postgraduate study in India. Final-year students can apply with a partial transcript.
- Esade Admission Test (TAE, included in the application fee), GMAT or GRE. Recent class averages were around GMAT 615 (Focus edition) or GRE 160–162.
- Online application with a non-refundable €150 fee, two recommendation letters, CV and passport.
- An interview if you are shortlisted. Decisions take about a month after the file is complete.
- Rolling deadlines for 2027 entry: 30 September 2026, 18 November 2026, 13 January 2027, 17 February 2027, 17 March 2027, 21 April 2027, 12 May 2027, 2 June 2027 and 30 June 2027. Apply early: non-EU students need time for the Spanish student visa.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 68 or Duolingo 130.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 100 (new 1–6 scale: 5.0 with 4.5 in each section) |
| PTE Academic | 68 |
| Duolingo English Test | 130 |
| Exemption | Native speakers, or applicants whose bachelor's was taught in English for at least 3 years (120 ECTS), with a university certificate stating the language of instruction. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September 2027.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in SpainHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Spain, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Bachelor's transcripts and degree certificate, with official translations if not in English, Spanish or Catalan
- Two recommendation letters
- CV
- English test score (taken within the last 2 years), or a certificate that your degree was taught in English
- TAE, GMAT or GRE score
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets for bachelor's applicants
- Funds and health insurance documents for the Spanish student visa
Scholarships
Esade MSc Excellence Awards
MSc programmes
Value: 10% to 50% of tuition (the average award in the last intake was 26%)
Regional talent awards (including an Asian Talent Award) and subject awards, judged on academic record and profile. You can apply for one award; it cannot be combined with other Esade awards.
Official pageWomen in Management Award
MSc programmes
Value: Part of the 10%–50% Excellence Awards range
Women applicants with a strong academic record and leadership potential.
Official pageEsade Big Data Award
MSc in Business Analytics
Value: Part of the 10%–50% Excellence Awards range
Business Analytics applicants with strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Official pageEsade MBA Excellence Awards
Full-Time MBA
Value: Partial tuition awards; values are in Esade's MBA scholarships brochure
Merit-based, considered alongside the MBA application.
Official pageForté Foundation Fellowship
Full-Time MBA
Value: At least US$10,000
Women MBA applicants selected by the school.
Official page
About Esade
Esade was set up in Barcelona in 1958 by local business leaders together with the Jesuits, with the aim of training managers for a fast-modernising Spain. It has since grown into one of Europe's best-known business schools and also runs a law school. Its degrees are awarded through Ramon Llull University, a private Catalan university federation.
Esade's strengths are management, finance, marketing and entrepreneurship. Its full-time MBA and master's courses appear regularly in Financial Times rankings, and it is the only Spanish member of the CEMS alliance, which offers a joint Master's in International Management with partner schools around the world. Classes mix lectures with case studies, consulting projects and team work.
Similar courses
Finance & Accounting courses at other universities in Spain
- University Master's Degree in Applied Research in Economics and Businessautonomous-university-of-barcelona1 year (60 ECTS), Faculty of Economics and Business Studies, Bellaterra · €4,500 / year
- Master in FinanceIE University10 months · €42,000 / year
- MSc in Finance and BankingPompeu Fabra University10 months (60 ECTS) · €18,500 / year
- Master in FinanceUniversidad Carlos III de Madrid11 months in four 7-week terms (60 ECTS), Madrid–Puerta de Toledo; 60 places · €13,500 / year
- Esade MSc in Financeuniversitat-ramon-llull1 year full time · €39,000 / year
- Esade Global Master's in Financeuniversitat-ramon-llull1 year, including a Global Immersion Program · €43,200 / year
More courses at Esade
- MSc in Business Analytics1 year · €39,000 / year
- MSc in Finance1 year · €39,000 / year
- MSc in International Management1 year (2 years with the CEMS MIM) · €39,000 / year
- MSc in Marketing1 year · €39,000 / year
- Full-Time MBA12 months · €82,500 / year
- Global Master's in International Management1 year plus a global immersion · €43,200 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Global Master's in Finance at Esade?
The tuition for international students is €43,200 a year (about ₹45.8 lakh). Total fee for 2027–28; includes housing during the global immersion (not flights or meals). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Global Master's in Finance?
The course takes 1 year plus a global immersion.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 68 or Duolingo 130. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 23 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.