About the university
ESIC began in Madrid in 1965 as a school of commercial engineering and became ESIC University in 2019. It is a private institution that focuses on business, marketing and digital economy, with campuses across Spain and in Latin America.
Marketing is its best-known field. ESIC lists strong positions in Spanish newspaper and business rankings for advertising, marketing and MBA programmes, and Forbes Spain listed it among the private universities most valued by companies in 2026.
For Indian students the English-taught options are mainly in Madrid: an International MBA, a Master's Degree in International Trade & Business, a Master in Marketing Management and two five-year double bachelor's degrees in marketing and business. Most other programmes, including business analytics, finance and supply chain master's, are taught in Spanish.
The Madrid campus is in Pozuelo de Alarcón, in the Madrid region, so students are close to the capital's jobs market and international community.
- Founded
- 1965 in Madrid as the Higher School of Commercial Engineers; ESIC University recognised by Madrid Law 4/2019
- Type
- Private business and marketing university, founded by the Priests of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Campuses
- 13 campuses, including Madrid (Pozuelo de Alarcón), Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga, Bilbao, Zaragoza, Pamplona and Granada, plus Medellín and Curitiba
- Alumni and nationalities
- More than 80,000 alumni and students from more than 80 nationalities, as ESIC states
- Partner universities
- More than 145 agreements with universities abroad
- Intakes
- Bachelor's: September. English-taught master's and the International MBA: October
Rankings
Forbes Spain, private universities most valued by companies (as quoted by ESIC) 2026
7th in Spain
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master's Degree in International Trade & Business (MITB)
- Fee / year
- €18,000
- Duration
- Two semesters, full time (60 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- Official B2 English certificate (CEFR) or above
- Postgraduate
Master's Degree in Business Administration (International MBA)
- Fee / year
- €29,900
- Duration
- Full time, in person (length not stated on the page)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- B2 English minimum for English-taught MBAs
- Postgraduate
Master in Marketing Management (MMM)
- Fee / year
- €24,600
- Duration
- Full time, in person (length not stated on the page)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- Official B2 English certificate (CEFR) or above
- Postgraduate
Master's Degree in Digital Marketing (MDM)
- Fee / year
- €24,100
- Duration
- Part time, in person (length not stated on the page)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- Taught in English; B2 minimum for English-taught master's
- Undergraduate
Double Degree in Business Administration and Management & Marketing (Madrid)
- Fee / year
- €15,120
- Duration
- 5 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- ESIC English test, waived with an official English certificate
- Undergraduate
Double Degree in Marketing and International Business (Madrid)
- Fee / year
- €15,120
- Duration
- 5 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- No minimum published; B2 needed for exchange semesters
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree in International Trade & Business (MITB) | Two semesters, full time (60 ECTS) | €18,000 | ≈ ₹19.1 lakh |
| Master's Degree in Business Administration (International MBA) | Full time, in person (length not stated on the page) | €29,900 | ≈ ₹31.7 lakh |
| Master in Marketing Management (MMM) | Full time, in person (length not stated on the page) | €24,600 | ≈ ₹26.1 lakh |
| Master's Degree in Digital Marketing (MDM) | Part time, in person (length not stated on the page) | €24,100 | ≈ ₹25.5 lakh |
| Double Degree in Business Administration and Management & Marketing (Madrid) | 5 years | €15,120 | ≈ ₹16 lakh |
| Double Degree in Marketing and International Business (Madrid) | 5 years | €15,120 | ≈ ₹16 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at ESIC University with similar universities in Spain.
Scholarships
- MBA Full Time, International MBA, Executive MBA
Women and Leadership Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition
Eligibility: Women with professional potential; assessed on academic record, work experience, finances, languages and volunteering.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Selected master's (including the Master in Digital Marketing)
Expiga Scholarship
Value: Tuition, plus a €500 travel allowance for those coming from abroad
Eligibility: Professionals working in social organisations, aimed at people from Spain or from countries with limited educational opportunities.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Any master's or MBA
Diversity Scholarship
Value: 30% to 50% of tuition, depending on the degree of disability
Eligibility: Applicants with a recognised disability of 33% or more who pass the admission process.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Start with a counselling session with an ESIC adviser and send scanned documents before the tests.
- Admission tests take about 1 hour 30 minutes: a motivation letter, a business case and a written interview. The tests can be taken in English.
- An English test is also set, but it is waived if you hold an official English certificate.
- Indian Class 12 holders should check with ESIC how their qualification is recognised for Spanish university entry.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree in any field is the usual requirement; some master's also consider proven professional experience.
- English-taught master's and MBAs need an official B2 (CEFR) English certificate at pre-registration.
- Students without a business or economics background may have to take short preparatory modules before the MITB.
- The International MBA is designed for professionals with about three years' experience.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
- Degree certificate and transcripts (master's)
- Official English certificate at B2 or above
- CV and motivation letter
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum level | B2 (CEFR) for 100% English-taught master's and MBAs, shown by an official certificate. The pages checked do not list specific IELTS or TOEFL scores. |
| Bachelor's | ESIC sets its own English test, waived with an official English certificate. |
| Exchange semesters | B2 or equivalent for students on English-taught bachelor's who go abroad on exchange. |
Accommodation and living costs
ESIC does not publish its own halls or room prices on the pages we checked. Students in Madrid usually rent in private student residences or shared flats near Pozuelo de Alarcón or central Madrid. Ask your ESIC adviser for current options and check prices directly with each residence.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
ESIC University's Madrid campus is in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, with teaching buildings at Camino Valdenigriales and Avenida Juan XXIII.
- Business and marketing focus, with case-based teaching and company projects.
- Campuses across Spain and in Medellín (Colombia) and Curitiba (Brazil).
- More than 145 partner universities for exchanges.
- Some master's include study trips abroad; the International MBA includes a stay at a partner school.
Careers and graduate outcomes
ESIC has close links with Spanish companies, and Forbes Spain listed it among the private universities most valued by employers in 2026. For post-study work rules in Spain, see our Spain guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
Which ESIC programmes are taught in English?
In Madrid: the International MBA, the Master's Degree in International Trade & Business, the Master in Marketing Management, the Master's Degree in Digital Marketing (part time) and two five-year double bachelor's degrees in marketing and business. Most other programmes are in Spanish.
How much does an English-taught master's cost?
For the October 2026 intake in Madrid, the MITB is €18,000, the Master in Marketing Management €24,600 and the International MBA €29,900 (October 2027 price). Reservation and enrolment fees are extra.
Do I need IELTS?
ESIC asks for an official English certificate at B2 level or above for its English-taught master's. The pages do not list a minimum IELTS score, so ask your adviser which tests and scores they accept.
Are there scholarships for Indian students?
ESIC offers a 50% Women and Leadership scholarship for its MBAs and other awards for specific groups. Only one scholarship can be used at a time.
Is ESIC in Madrid city?
The main Madrid campus is in Pozuelo de Alarcón, a town in the Madrid region next to the city.
Sources
- ESIC: International MBA (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: Master's Degree in International Trade & Business (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: Master in Marketing Management (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: Master's Degree in Digital Marketing (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: Double Degree in Business Administration and Management & Marketing (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: Double Degree in Marketing and International Business (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: master's degrees in Spain for international students (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: master's scholarships and grants (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: history (opens in a new tab)
- ESIC: rankings and recognitions (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.esic.edu (opens in a new tab)
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