Deusto Business School - Universidad de Deusto

Deusto Business School combines more than a century of academic heritage with a modern approach to management education across Bilbao, San Sebastián and Madrid. As the business faculty of the University of Deusto, it is grounded in a Jesuit tradition that emphasizes ethical leadership, academic rigor and socially responsible impact. Its international accreditations, AACSB and AMBA, position it among globally recognized business schools.

DBS offers undergraduate, master’s, doctoral and executive programmes designed to connect academic excellence with professional relevance. Its multi-campus structure and evolving digital ecosystem support both regional engagement and expanding international reach.

DBS leverages a century-old alumni base deeply integrated across Spanish industry, offering students access to a well-established executive network. Corporate partnerships with leading Basque and national companies support internships, applied consulting projects and recruitment pathways embedded directly within academic programmes.

Career Services deliver coaching, interview preparation, company events and alumni mentoring to help students navigate roles in consulting, finance, management, innovation and specialized sectors. Executive learners benefit from leadership development, cross-border opportunities and professional acceleration supported by long-standing industry collaboration.

DBS offers a distinctive blend of historical credibility, values-driven education and internationally accredited quality. Its Jesuit-inspired philosophy places ethical decision‑making and social responsibility at the center of management training, balancing technical excellence with humanistic leadership.

Students benefit from flexible delivery models, strong corporate links within the Basque innovation ecosystem and an executive education tradition that supports professional advancement. With multi-campus and online options, DBS serves both early-career students and experienced managers seeking meaningful, practice-oriented development supported by recognized global standards.

DBS promotes research and innovation through applied projects in sustainability, governance, entrepreneurship and regional economic development. Faculty collaborate with industry and research centers to produce work that influences policy, management practice and organizational transformation.

Innovation is reinforced through programmes that develop entrepreneurial skills, encourage intrapreneurship and integrate digital transformation modules. Sustainability appears across curricula, particularly in executive programmes emphasizing responsible value creation. Collaboration with Basque industry clusters ensures real-world impact and strengthens DBS’s role as a partner in regional innovation.

What languages are programmes taught in? Most courses are in Spanish, with many master’s and executive programmes offering English or bilingual components to support international participation.

Are flexible or online options available? Yes. DBS offers blended formats and a fully online, 18‑month Executive MBA designed for professionals who need scheduling flexibility.

Are scholarships offered? The University of Deusto provides merit- and need-based financial aid, complemented by foundation grants and company sponsorships for postgraduate and executive learners.

Undergraduate admission follows the University of Deusto’s standard process for local and international applicants. Official master’s programmes require a recognized bachelor’s degree, academic documentation and, in some cases, an interview or language certification. Executive programmes assess professional experience, managerial potential and motivation.

Tuition varies by programme, with executive degrees priced at a premium. DBS offers scholarships, financing options and early-application benefits. Students can access housing assistance in Bilbao and San Sebastián, while international applicants receive support for visas, mobility and integration.