BBA International
Become a global business leader at one of Europe's most international, entrepreneurial universities. IE's BBA is taught entirely in English, wired for technology and startups, and set in Madrid — with a 12-month post-study permit and Europe-wide opportunity on graduation.
- ✓ One of Europe's most international business schools — taught fully in English
- ✓ Entrepreneurial & tech-driven curriculum with real projects and internships
- ✓ Study in the EU — 12-month post-study permit and Europe-wide careers
IE's BBA gives you a rigorous foundation across finance, marketing, strategy, operations and data — but its edge is mindset: entrepreneurship, technology and a genuinely global classroom. You'll work on live projects, complete internships, and can study a term abroad.
Graduates launch startups or join consulting, finance, tech and multinational firms across Europe and beyond. A 12-month post-study permit and EU mobility make Madrid a strong base to start a global business career.
Same field, different universities
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE University ★ This programme | 🇪🇸 Spain | Bachelor's | 4 years | €27,500 |
| Ivey (Western) QS #114 | 🇨🇦 Canada | Bachelor's | 4 years | ~CA$50,000 |
| Indiana Kelley Top US public | 🇺🇸 USA | Bachelor's | 4 years | $43,300 |
| Glasgow (Intl Business) QS #78 | 🇬🇧 UK | Bachelor's | 4 years | £22,800 |
What you'll need
| Academic | Strong high-school diploma (or equivalent) | |
| SAT / ACT | Optional — admission is holistic | |
| English | IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 (English-taught) | |
| Assessment | IE admissions test + interview | |
IE weighs motivation and profile, not just grades. Your counsellor helps you prepare for the admissions test and interview and tell your story well.
Core courses
Career outcomes
€32k+
Typical EU graduate business salary
12-month permit
Post-study job-seeking in Spain
Fields
Consulting, finance, tech, startups
EU mobility
Work across the European Union
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | €27,500 |
| Total degree cost | 4 years (indicative) | ~€110,000 |
| Student visa fee | Type D (national) | ~€80 |
| Health insurance | Required for visa | ~€50/month |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Available for international students at leading European universities. No cosigner, collateral, or local credit history required.
With a work authorisation you may work up to 30 hours per week during study — ideal alongside IE's internship-rich business program.
Monthly budget in Madrid
Madrid is one of Europe's more affordable capitals — sunny, safe and social, with world-class transport and a thriving startup scene. Sharing a flat keeps costs manageable.
Student-visa financial requirement: €600/month (100% IPREM) in addition to tuition — via bank statements or a sponsor letter.
Spanish student visa requirements
| Visa type | Student Visa (Type D, national) | |
| Acceptance letter | Admission letter from IE | |
| Application fee | ~€80 | |
| Financial proof | €600/month (100% IPREM) + tuition | |
| Health cover | Private health insurance required | |
| Post-graduation | 12-month job-seeking permit (modificación de residencia) | |
Hear from our students
"IE genuinely feels global — my class had 30+ nationalities. The entrepreneurship focus helped me start a small venture in second year. Madrid is affordable and fun, and my counsellor prepped me for the admissions test and visa."
"Studying business in English in the EU was exactly what I wanted. The internships were real and the 12-month permit gave me time to land a consulting role in Madrid after graduating."
Frequently asked questions
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