"At SBS, the focus is on providing an immersive and interactive learning experience, where the professors don’t only share their expertise – they share their passion with the students and mentor them on their personal career path. Students learn the skills to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment, and humane values that enable them to become responsible leaders."
SBS Swiss Business School Barcelona
About
SBS Swiss Business School is a highly ranked and internationally accredited business learning institution dedicated to preparing students for careers in the global economy.
Study in English in Spain!
SBS Swiss Business School is a highly ranked and internationally accredited business learning institution dedicated to preparing students for careers in the global economy.
Headquartered in Zurich, the school extends its commitment to excellence and a global business perspective through dynamic learning hubs in Madrid and Barcelona, nestled within vibrant business ecosystems. These hubs seamlessly connect education with the real-world business, enhancing the learning experience with practical insights and opportunities.
SBS Swiss Business School pioneers in Innovative Experiential Learning, offering programs that merge academic theory with real-world business applications. This method cultivates a lively educational atmosphere, enhancing practical skills and fostering innovation.
With a diverse student body and faculty comprising industry experts, SBS provides a collaborative and enriching environment where students can learn from seasoned professionals, connect with peers from all around the world, and create valuable networking opportunities.
What Sets Us Apart?
✅ Swiss Quality Education: Our programs in Spain, enriched with the prestigious Swiss standards, ensure an education marked by excellence and rigor.
✅ Dynamic Learning Environment: Leveraging a unique coworking model, we integrate education with the business world, offering early internships and networking.
✅ State-of-the-Art Facilities: 24/7 access includes modern classrooms, coffee bar, gaming and study areas. Plus, enjoy external access to gym, pool and squash court for a balanced lifestyle!
✅ Cutting-Edge Curriculum: Featuring real case studies and in-demand skills, our curriculum is tailored to keep you at the forefront of business innovation.
✅ Learn from the Best: Engage with leading experts who bring their innovative insights and practical expertise directly to our classrooms.
✅ Personalized Coaching: With small class sizes, we provide personalized coaching, ensuring a bespoke and enriching learning journey.
KARINA INDYTSKA
LHAYLLA CARZOLI
“My experience in SBS has been so nice, we are doing a lot of networking events where you can share your ideas and meet people from different countries and cultures".
NICOLÁS AYALA
“The quality of education and the professors is unmatched. The level of expertise and passion they bring to the classroom is inspiring, and I feel grateful to be learning from the best".
Study business at SBS Swiss Business School’s Barcelona Learning Hub, located in the heart of the 22@ innovation district—Barcelona’s center for innovation and entrepreneurship. Here, you’ll learn from industry experts, connect with business leaders, and start building your professional network from day one.
Our hub offers modern classrooms, comfortable workspaces, and social areas designed to enhance your learning experience. Through hands-on projects, networking events, and real-world experiences, you’ll gain the skills employers value most—preparing you to lead in today’s fast-paced business world.
Moving to a new city can be daunting, but don’t worry we are here to help. We offer assistance to all of our students in finding the best accommodation that suits their needs, so on touch down in Barcelona, you already feel at home from your first day!
Whether you are happy in your own company or like the idea of living with a few new friends, or even prefer living in a bigger university residency building with other international students like yourself, we have you covered!
SBS Swiss Business School Barcelona campus works with a collection of experienced accommodation partners, and our Student Services team is happy to act as a support to you from start to finish with the accommodation process.
For the Bachelor's program:
STEP 1: Upload the following documents in the online application.
- A certified copy of your secondary education diploma or equivalent (high school diploma, IB diploma: minimum 28 points, A-Level: minimum grade C in each of the three subjects).
- A copy of your official grade transcripts of the last 2 years of study.
- Your CV indicating professional experiences and description of responsibilities.
- A motivation letter.
- English proficiency for non-native speakers (TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120-125, or equivalent).
- A copy of your passport or ID card (the student needs to be 18 when they start the program).
- A front-facing photograph (in high quality and JPG or PNG format).
- €75 non-refundable application fee payment.
If you don’t have all the documents ready, get in touch with us and share what you have. We’ll take it from there!
STEP 2: Video call interview with our academic department.
STEP 3: Issuance of your conditional acceptance letter (stating payment structure and deadlines).
STEP 4: Payment of the administration fee and the first tuition fee.
STEP 5: Issuance of your admission letter and visa documents.
STEP 6: Start of your visa application process and accommodation search (student services are here to lend you a helping hand).
STEP 7: Welcome to Barcelona!
For the Master's program:
STEP 1: Upload the following documents in the online application.
- Certified copy of bachelor’s degree (transcript and diploma).
- CV indicating professional experiences and description of responsibilities.
- Reference letter (from professional or academic contact of applicant)
- English proficiency unless previous proof that education was conducted in English (TOEFL IBT 90, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120-125, or equivalent).
- Copy of passport or ID card.
- Front-facing photograph (high quality in JPG/PNG format).
- Online application fee payment of €75 (non-refundable).
If you don’t have all the documents ready, get in touch with us and share what you have. We’ll take it from there!
STEP 2: Video call interview with our academic department.
STEP 3: Issuance of your conditional acceptance letter (stating payment structure and deadlines).
STEP 4: Payment of the administration fee and the first tuition fee.
STEP 5: Issuance of your admission letter and visa documents.
STEP 6: Start of your visa application process and accommodation search (student services are here to lend you a helping hand).
STEP 7: Welcome to Barcelona!
- Ranked #2 online MBA according to CEO Magazine 2023
- Ranked #6 European MBA according to CEO Magazine 2023
- Ranked #7 Global MBA according to CEO Magazine 2023
- Tier 1 Global MBA according to CEO Magazine 2023
- Premier DBA program according to CEO Magazine 2023
- Top 20 QS Online MBA Rankings 2023: Europe
- Ranked as one of the best business schools in Switzerland according to The Eduniversal Business Schools Ranking 2022
Scholarship Opportunities
- 10% Off for upfront payment of the first two semesters of the BBA or the first two terms of the MSc programs.
- Super Early Bird Offer: Enjoy 10% Off the first semester or term when payments are made early.
- Early Bird Offer: Receive 5% Off for early payments.
For specific deadlines and details, please contact your Admissions Manager.
Why SBS Swiss Business School
We offer programs, which specialize in International Management, Finance, Marketing, and other fields. We teach state-of-the-art theory, immerse students in international experiences, and connect them to best practices in business.
Participants in our programs learn much more than management theory and practice; they acquire new ways of thinking that can profoundly change their lives and the success of their organization.
Convenient. Affordable. Learning.
All of our educational programs are taught in English. Created with your busy schedule in mind, our programs make it possible to study and keep your job at the same time. Our tuition fees reflect real value for money, they include all teaching materials and books.
International to the Core
More than half of our students come from Europe, Asia, and Latin America. We offer our participants an experience that prepares them to operate with ease across borders and cultures – in an environment that prizes diversity and the ability to bring a worldwide perspective to the study of business.
Corporate Connections
SBS Swiss Business School is connected to the world of business through its teaching, faculty, events, and placement network. Business leaders often visit the school to talk with students or to teach education courses, providing students the opportunity to learn about state-of-the-art business practices. Companies interested in forging new links are invited to contact our Placement Office.
Ultimately the strongest connections to business are through our network of employer contacts. SBS has an enviable record of placing its graduates with leading companies and institutions across the globe. A number of employers visit the school each year to identify suitable graduates to fill positions in their companies.
Our Career Development Team maintains a regular dialogue with potential employers and is ready to welcome them to the campus.
SWISS ACCREDITATION COUNCIL
Accredited
BRITISH ACCREDITATION COUNCIL
Accredited
IACBE
Accredited
ACBSP
Accredited
CHEA
Accredited
EDUQUA
Accredited
Located in the heart of Barcelona’s dynamic 22@ district, the SBS Swiss Business School Barcelona Learning Hub is more than just a place to study—it’s a space where education meets innovation and global networking. Designed with students in mind, our hub fosters collaboration, creativity, and career growth from day one.
Our modern learning environment features state-of-the-art classrooms, dedicated study spaces, and a "Connect Zone" filled with curated business content to keep students ahead of industry trends. The Game Zone adds a fun, social element, complete with ping pong, book exchanges, and chill areas, making it easy to balance learning with relaxation.
Beyond academics, our students benefit from accommodation assistance, visa services, job and internship support, career workshops, mentoring, alumni networking, and concierge services—all designed to help them transition smoothly into their professional futures.
In the heart of Barcelona’s innovation district, the SBS Barcelona Learning Hub is the perfect place to build knowledge, connections, and lifelong success.
NETWORKING EVENTS - ‘It’s not what you know, it’s who you know’?
From yoga classes to design thinking workshops or leadership talks, our events are the best way to meet the community, connect and feel good.
Make relevant and meaningful connections, and stay in touch with those professionals that could help spark your interest and growth in your chosen sector.
SOCIAL EVENTS - Work hard, play hard!
Life is all about balance right? At SBS Swiss Business School in Barcelona, we see it important that you have the opportunity to get to know your peers on a more personal level.
We love to see our students relaxed too. We organize fun leisure events throughout the academic year. These events include fancy dress parties such as Halloween, BBQ events, beach days, quiz nights, and pizza parties to name but a few!
