Bachelor in International Business & Economics
Madrid, Spain
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Bachelor in International Business & Economics at CUNEF Universidad prepares professionals to analyze global economic and socio-political dynamics. The multidisciplinary degree combines economics, business management and law with international relations, politics and sociology. Students gain quantitative tools, economic analysis and communication skills to make strategic decisions across corporate, financial and public sectors.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue management roles in multinational companies, positions in international institutions (EU, IMF), or work with NGOs, think tanks, research centers and international consulting firms. Training also fits careers in economic analysis, strategic planning, public policy, international cooperation and advanced academic or policy-oriented study.
This bachelor is designed to prepare professionals capable of analysing and interpreting the complex and ever-evolving economic and socio-political landscape on a global scale. Graduates develop the skills needed to make informed decisions and offer strategic solutions across diverse organisations, including corporate, financial, and governmental sectors. This multidisciplinary degree integrates core principles of Economics, Business Management, and Law, enriched by foundational insights from International Relations, Politics, Sociology, and History. Additionally, students gain quantitative tools and effective communication skills essential for today’s interconnected world.
The programme offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary academic structure that blends core disciplines such as Economics, Business Management, and Law with complementary knowledge in Political Science, History, and Quantitative Methods. This integrated approach allows students to develop strong analytical and decision-making skills while fostering a deep understanding of the global economic and institutional landscape.
As the program progresses over four years, the curriculum becomes increasingly specialized and intellectually demanding, encouraging students to think critically and apply their knowledge to real-world challenges. In the final two years, students specialize by choosing one of three focused tracks: International Business and Global Management, International Economics and Government, or International Finance and Law, tailoring their expertise to their career ambitions.
First Year
Fall Term
- Mathematics I
- Introduction to Economics
- International Relations
- Introduction to Management
- Data Collection and Processing
Spring Term
- Mathematics II
- Microeconomics
- Introduction to Legal Systems
- Information Systems and Accounting
- Critical Thinking
- Oral and Written Communication Skills
Second Year
Fall Term
- Data Analysis
- Macroeconomics
- Public International Law
- Fundamental of Financial Economics
- Introduction to Political Science
Spring Term
- Statistics
- International Economics
- International Organisations
- European Union Law
- Comparative Sociology
Third Year
Specialisation in International Business and Global Management – Fall Term
- International Management
- International Human Resources Management
- International Financial Management
- International Contract Law
- Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences
Specialisation in International Business and Global Management – Spring Term
- Cooperation, Collective Action, and Formal Models of Strategy
- International Marketing
- Global Supply Chain Management
- Global Financial Markets and Institutions
- Global Entrepreneurship
Specialisation in International Economics and Government – Fall Term
- International Political Economy
- Public Choice
- Global Economic History
- Public Economics
- Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences
Specialisation in International Economics and Government – Spring Term
- Cooperation, Collective Action, and Formal Models of Strategy
- Policy Evaluation
- International Macroeconomics
- Foreign Policy Analysis
- Global Financial Markets and Institutions
Specialisation in International Finance and Law – Fall Term
- International Political Economy
- International Financial Management
- International Macroeconomics
- International Trade and Investment Law
- Global Financial Markets and Institutions
Specialisation in International Finance and Law – Spring Term
- International Contract Law
- International Investment Banking
- International Corporate Reporting: IRS
- Dispute Resolution in a Globalized World
- Global Structured Finance
Fourth Year
Specialisation in International Business and Global Management – Fall Term
- International Trade and Investment Law
- Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility
- Leadership and Negotiation Skills
- Country Report and Risk Assessment
- Organizational Design and Behavior
Specialisation in International Business and Global Management – Spring Term
- International Company Law
- Digital Transformation
- Internships or Elective Courses
- Final Degree Project
Specialisation in International Economics and Government – Fall Term
- Media, Political Elites, and the Public
- Sustainability and the Circular Economy
- Leadership and Negotiation Skills
- Country Report and Risk Assessment
- International Trade and Investment Law
Specialisation in International Economics and Government – Spring Term
- Economics of Development
- Public Governance
- Internships or Elective Courses
- Final Degree Project
Specialisation in International Finance and Law – Fall Term
- Digital Law & Legal Tech
- Sustainability and Financial Management
- Leadership and Negotiation Skills
- Finance, Technology, and Big Data
- International Taxation Law
Specialisation in International Finance and Law – Spring Term
- International Alternative Investments
- International Company Law
- Internships or Elective Courses
- Final Degree Project
Graduates are qualified to take on management positions in multinational companies and contribute to the work of non-governmental organizations involved in international cooperation. Their interdisciplinary training also makes them suitable for roles requiring economic analysis and strategic planning in global contexts.
In addition, students are prepared to work in international and supranational economic institutions, such as the EU or the IMF, and as specialists in research centres, think tanks, or international consulting firms. The program fosters strong analytical and critical thinking skills, enabling graduates to adapt to complex professional environments and pursue advanced academic or policy-oriented careers.
CUNEF Universidad Scholarships (2025-2026)
Scholarship requirements and conditions
CUNEF Universidad is committed to supporting talented students through a range of merit-based and need-based scholarships.
- Academic Excellence Scholarships: Awarded based on academic merit, with specific GPA requirements. These can cover up to 100% of tuition fees.
- Sports Scholarships: For students excelling in sports.
- CUNEF Talent Grants: Recognizing exceptional potential.
- Company-Sponsored Awards: Opportunities supported by our corporate partners.
- Family Discounts: Special aid for families with multiple siblings enrolled concurrently at CUNEF (e.g., 20% for the second child, 40% for the third and subsequent children, applicable with a valid large family title).