
Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence for Business in Madrid
Study AI for Business in Madrid and gain direct mentorship from GBSB Global’s international network of tech innovators and business leaders.In what ways can machine learning drive product innovation? What role does artificial intelligence play in navigating global markets? How do you launch and scale an AI-powered startup? These are just some of the key questions addressed in GBSB Global’s Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence for Business in Madrid.
Designed for aspiring tech-savvy business leaders, this intensive three-year program prepares students to solve real-world problems with cutting-edge digital tools. The curriculum covers essential topics such as machine learning, predictive analytics, neural networks, and natural language processing (NLP). Students explore the transformative impact of AI across diverse global markets, from Asia to Latin America, through practical projects and real-world case studies.
Students receive a comprehensive business education with a strong emphasis on digital innovation and data-driven strategy. The program fosters agile thinking and prepares graduates to lead data-powered initiatives, develop sustainable AI solutions, and drive business growth in a fast-changing global economy.
Students also gain access to GBSB Global’s Entrepreneurship Hub, where they can apply for G-Accelerator programs, receive personalized mentorship, and launch a startup before graduation.


Key Information
Duration
Part Time 4 + Up to 2 Years
Languages
Location
Annual Intakes
January
April
Format
Program Structure
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1st YEAR: COMPULSORY (60 ECTS)
Global Business Environment | 7 ECTS | |||
Business Communication | 6 ECTS | |||
Introduction to Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 7 ECTS | |||
Fundamentals of Marketing in the Digital Era | 13 ECTS | |||
Principles of Accounting | 7 ECTS | |||
Business Law in a Digital Context | 7 ECTS | |||
Business Math and Statistics | 13 ECTS | |||
Possible Exit Award Undergraduate Certificate in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (32 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5) Undergraduate Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (60 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5) |
2nd YEAR: COMPULSORY+ SPECIALIZATION (60 ECTS)
Leadership, Human Resources and Organisation (6 ECTS) | 13 ECTS |
Managerial Accounting | 6 ECTS |
Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 6 ECTS |
Starting a New Digital Business | 7 ECTS |
Business Economics | 7 ECTS |
Business Research Methods | 6 ECTS |
Elective 1 | 4 ECTS |
Elective 2 | 4 ECTS |
Elective 3 | 7 ECTS |
Possible Exit Award Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (120 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5) |
3rd YEAR: COMPULSORY + SPECIALIZATION (60 ECTS)
Professional and Career Development | 6 ECTS |
Innovative and Creative Thinking | 4 ECTS |
Corporate Finance | 7 ECTS |
Disruptive Technologies for Innovation and Change | 13 ECTS |
Elective 1 | 4 ECTS |
Elective 2 | 4 ECTS |
Elective 3 | 7 ECTS |
Undergraduate Dissertation | 15 ECTS |
Final Qualification Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Artificial Intelligence for Business* (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6) |
List of Electives – Artificial Intelligence for Business (45 ECTS)
AI & Big Data | 4 ECTS |
AI & Cybersecurity: Protecting Digital Assets | 4 ECTS |
AI-driven Learning Ecosystems | 4 ECTS |
AI-powered Business Solutions | 7 ECTS |
Consumer Behaviour and Emerging Technologies | 4 ECTS |
App Development with AI | 7 ECTS |
Dissertation in the area of AI for Business | 15 ECTS |
Final Qualification Bachelor of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with Artificial Intelligence for Business* (180 ECTS, MQF/EQF Level 6) |
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Your 360 Degrees Experience
Career Services
The Career Services team supports students and graduates in their professional growth, helping them achieve career success and unlock their full potential. The school offers career workshops, coaching and helping to find an internship.
Entrepreneurship Hub
Join G-Accelerator, GBSB Global’s own start-up incubator and accelerator hub with training programs that help graduates turn their ideas into potential products and services.
Worldwide Connections
Find friends from 120 countries and build a strong international community. Benefit from diverse student body and alumni community.
Travel
Join study trips or transfer to another campus for a semester or a year.

As an international student, GBSB Global offers a truly diverse experience that has pushed me out of my comfort zone. By studying for my Bachelor’s degree in Spain, I can now pursue a career in sports management in Europe or at home.
I have balanced both my studies and training and have been successful and look forward to making good use of my time studying for my Bachelor in Spain.
Admissions Information
Our Bachelor program is designed for motivated students who want to build a strong foundation in business and leadership in a global environment. To ensure academic excellence, applicants must meet specific admission requirements, including educational background, language proficiency, and other key criteria.
This section outlines the qualifications and steps required for admission.
Academic Qualification Requirements
For admission to the first year of the program, students should have completed
- A/S or A levels at the appropriate level or the Matriculation Certificate Exam with three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D;
- International Baccalaureate Diploma with 34 points overall or the IB Diploma with specific achievements in higher/standard level subjects;
- GCSE/IGSCE “O” Levels: five subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D, and A/S or A Levels: three subject exams with grades of A, B, C or D;
- AP Program;
- Other high school diploma or equivalent (other education systems).
Provide Proof of English Language Proficiency
- English as a native language;
- TOEFL – Minimum score: 213 (computer based), 79/80 (internet
based), or 550 (paper based); - IELTS – Minimum score: 6.0;
- Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) –
Minimum score: C; - English as the language of instruction during previous
studies in the formal education system; - Pass GBSB Global’s internal English Level Test.
Alternative Entry Routes
Alternative entry routes are available for applicants who do not meet the standard entry qualifications, but have certain skills, experience and subject knowledge. These are detailed in GBSB Global’s IQA manual within the “Policies for Admission of Transfer Students and Recognition of Prior Learning”.
The Admissions Committee may consider applications from suitably qualified students currently attending other universities, applicants who have earned a lower-level award, or applicants who seek admission on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Submit all required admissions forms and documents
- Contact the Admissions Office by filling out an online application or by speaking with a representative.
- An admissions officer will schedule an interview with you.
- Submit the documentation required by the program of your choice.
- Enroll and confirm your place.
Tuition Fees
- Application Fee (non-refundable): €100
- Registration Fee* (annual): €200
- Administrative Fee* (annual): €950
- Tuition: €12 750
- Total annual cost: €13 900 (including above mentioned application, registration, and administrative fees)
*Paid annually for Every Academic Year of the program
Early applicants and scholarship-competition winners are eligible for exclusive offers and awards. For further details, please contact the Admissions team.
Amendments and Review
All fees are subject to periodic review and may be adjusted in accordance with institutional policy and applicable regulatory standards. Any changes to the fee structure will be communicated in advance of the applicable academic period.
Qualification
GBSB Global Business School is authorized by the Department of Education, Science, and Universities of the Madrid Regional Government as a Foreign Educational Center in Spain with the code 28082198 to offer the Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation (120 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 5) face-to-face from our campus in Madrid.
Higher Education Program: Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation
Accreditation Status: An officially recognized qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as a Higher Education Institution by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (License number: 2020-012).
MQF/EQF Level: MFHEA deems this qualification to be at Level 5 of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning.
Number of ECTS Credits: 120 ECTS
Year 3
Once you’ve obtained your Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Digital Innovation, tailor your final year to your needs, culminating in your Bachelor (B.A.) of Business Administration and Digital Innovation with AI for Business* (180 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 6) delivered by GBSB Global Business School.
*The specialisation is under accreditation of Malta Further & Higher Education Authority. Expected time of approval is December 2025. Please contact the admission office for more details.
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