Master in Finance and Specialization in Digital Finance, Taxation & SEG Industry
Madrid, Spain
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
This program is designed to provide a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of global financial markets, corporate finance, and investment strategies. Throughout the curriculum, students will gain essential knowledge of taxation principles — including international and sports taxation — and develop advanced skills in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital finance applications.
Participants will also explore the economic dynamics of the sports, media, and gaming industries, building a strategic vision of emerging trends such as esports, digital entertainment, and gaming economies. The program equips students to master financial management, sponsorships, and asset valuation within the sports and entertainment sectors, while delving into cutting-edge topics like cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and fintech innovation.
Combining academic rigor with practical experience, the program includes a 3–6-month professional internship and an international academic stay at a leading U.S. university. This unique blend prepares graduates to excel in fields such as corporate finance, sports finance, digital banking, or private equity, positioning them to thrive in a global, competitive landscape.
Core
International Finance & Global Markets
- Global financial markets and institutions
- Foreign exchange markets and currency risk management
- International capital markets and instruments
- Cross-border investment strategies
- Hedging techniques for multinational corporations
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Financial statement analysis
- Performance measurement and benchmarking
- Accounting for mergers and acquisitions
- Sustainability reporting in finance
Quantitative Methods for Finance
- Financial modeling and data analytics
- Risk assessment and management
- Other models
Economics for Financial Decision-Making
- Macroeconomic principles and policies
- Global economic trends and their impact on financial markets
- Behavioral economics and decision-making
- Game theory in finance
- Economic policy and financial regulation
Advanced Corporate Finance
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Advanced valuation techniques
- Leveraged buyouts and private equity
- Debt (DCM) & Equity Capital Markets (ECM)
- Project & Real Estate Financing
- Sales & Trading
- Financial Distress & Restructuring
- Corporate Governance & Ethical Considerations
Asset Management
- Portfolio theory and management
- Asset allocation strategies
- Performance evaluation of investment funds
- Alternative investments (hedge funds, real estate, NPLs)
- ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing
Private Banking & Wealth Management
- Wealth management strategies for HNWIs
- Family Offices
- Private banking services (estate planning, tax optimization)
- Player and celebrity advisory services (contracts, endorsements, investments)
- Risk management for high-net-worth clients
- Ethical considerations in wealth management
Specialization
Taxation
- International taxation principles
- Tax planning for individuals and corporations
- Transfer pricing and cross-border taxation
- Tax-efficient investment strategies
Sports, Entertainment & Gaming (SEG)
- Financial Topics in Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming
- Marketing and Sponsorship
- Data Analytics in Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming Finance
Digital Finance
- Introduction to Digital Finance
- Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrencies
- Fintech and Digital Payment Systems
- Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
- Digital Finance in Practice
Graduates of this program will be prepared to develop their careers in a wide range of high-demand sectors, including:
- Corporate Finance and Investment Banking (Financial institutions, mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, hedge funds)
- Fintech and Digital Banking (AI-driven finance, blockchain applications, cryptocurrencies)
- Taxation and Consulting (International taxation, wealth management, sports taxation)
- Sports Finance and Investments (Financial organizations and advisors within the sports industry)
- Entertainment and Gaming Finance (Streaming platforms, media companies, eSports organizations)
- Sponsorship and Revenue Strategy (Marketing, finance, brand partnerships)
The program is designed for graduate students with strong business administration and/or finance backgrounds (*). It is composed of a “Core Finance Module” and a mandatory specialization module covering Finance in the Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming (SEG) Industries; Digital Finance, and Taxation.
The Core Module will cover all the different fields in the world of Finance, from Corporate Finance to Portfolio Management, Private Banking, and Wealth Management, with over 300 practical classroom hours.
The Specialization Module will have 150 lecture hours in total, with 70 hours spent on the SEG industries, and 40 hours each in the other two specialization areas.
At the end of the lecture part of the program, the students are required to complete a 3/6 months internship and a one-week international stay at a leading university in the areas covered in the program.
(*) For students lacking adequate business administration and/or finance backgrounds, a 30-hour Foundation/Introductory course, covering basic accounting, finance, and statistics topics, will be offered to enable them to achieve the minimum level required to enroll in the program.