- Barcelona, Spain
McCombs School of Business BBA, undergraduate iMPA and MBA students
have the opportunity to study on exchange for a semester at the ESADE
School of Business. Founded in 1954, ESADE is ranked 7th among
European business schools and 18th in the world. Barcelona, located a
few hours from the French border and on the coast of the
Mediterranean Sea, is a city rich in culture, history, art,
architecture and sporting events. The second largest city of Spain
with a population of 1,615,908, Barcelona recognizes both Catalan and
Spanish as official languages.
Students take regular university courses with local students. Prior
foreign language requirement is only required for BBA exchanges.
Participants earn regular UT in-residence credit. All grades earned
for the courses undertaken are computed into the official UT GPA.
Area(s) of Study
- Accounting
- Economics
- Information Studies
- Marketing
- Advertising
- European Studies
- International Business
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Finance
- Management
- Real Estate
- Communication Studies
2 Programs Available for ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Sponsored by McCombs School of Business
Academic Information
Many courses are taught in Spanish, but a limited number are available English. The business campus is in Sant-Cugat, a suburb of Barcelona. Free Spanish l courses. Not all courses are worth 3 credits.
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- No minimum GPA, good academic standing
- Completion of ECO & Math & STA 301 required
- Proficiency in Spanish helpful but not required
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
University housing is not available. However, accepted students can access ESADE intranet, which provides housing information for students. It is highly encouraged that students arrive to Barcelona in advance to search for housing.
Open To
McCombs School of Business - Undergraduate
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 application fee, $500 Exchange Admin fee, and regular UT tuition for their semester exchange. Students are responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, transportation, and costs of living. Participants pay required emergency health insurance coverage at $19 per week. Financial aid and scholarships can be used.
Dates:
- Program: January 9, 2026 to May 17, 2026
- Instructional: January 12, 2026 to May 16, 2026
- Priority Deadline: March 3, 2025
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Program: August 25, 2025 to December 7, 2025
- Instructional: September 1, 2025 to December 6, 2025
- Final Deadline: March 3, 2025
Application Code
150014
Program Coordinator
Joshua T Rucker
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Next Step
You must attend an upcoming BBA International Programs study abroad information session. Then, meet with a BBA semester program coordinator for a mandatory advising appointment. After you complete these two steps, you will be able to apply. Check site below for info session schedule.
Sponsored by McCombs School of Business
Academic Information
Students are expected to complete 4 MBA electives. Students choose ele a bidding system. Fall term: September-December; Spring Term: March
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Current enrollment in the Texas MBA Program
- Successful completion of the first MBA year (32 hours)
- A minimum cumulative UT MBA GPA of 3.2
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
On-campus housing is available. Single studios are available that are and include a kitchen and bathroom. The residency is located ESADE cam ESADE's website for more information.
Open To
McCombs School of Business - Graduate
Program Cost
Students pay $75 app fee and regular UT tuition for semester abroad. S responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, food, local trans liv Students pay required emergency and health insurance coverage per week Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2025 to March 20, 2025
- Instructional: January 7, 2025 to March 20, 2025
- Program: August to December
Application Code
160002
Program Coordinator
Deborah J Carney
Additional Resources
Program Website
State Dept Travel Advisory
Int Travel Safety for Students
Consular Information Sheet
Visa Information
Next Step
Learn more about attending our study abroad programs by contacting the International Exchange Coordinator in room CBA 2.502. Program books an evaluations are also available for your review.