School #1 in the sector
MBA at
Fashion Business Management
Lead the fashion industry and acquire the skills most in demand by the main companies in the sector.
The only MBA in Fashion Management with the most complete and up-to-date content and the most international experience.
Modality
Full Time | Part Time |
Hybrid | MBM | Online | Online
Duration
1 Academic Year
Call for applications
March and October
Qualifications
Proprietary and Official Degrees
About the program
Our MBA in Fashion Management will provide you with all the knowledge you need to master the fashion industry. From Accounting and Finance for decision making or Circular Economy, to Metaverse Mindset & Social Shopping, through key aspects such as Marketing or Digitalization of the Fashion Company.
Companies where our graduates work:
In addition, this MBA will allow you to observe the reality of the sector from the inside. You will be able to observe in situ many of the knowledge and skills that you will acquire, visiting leading companies in the national and international sector and learning how they work from the inside.
Program Quality Ratings
The number of students who have evaluated this program is 67 during the 2024 academic year, with excellent grades (on average over /10):
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- Faculty: 9.2
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- Networking: 8.8
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- Contents: 9.4
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- Course structure: 9.0
Program content
The program has been conceived and organized by professionals with extensive professional experience in business environments, who have taken into account in its design all the qualities that they would require from a candidate.
You will master the skills needed to work in any company, with practical training to ensure you feel confident applying them in real-world contexts.
1 academic year
12 Modules
60 ECTS credits
01. Fashion and trends
- History of fashion.
- Trends and Coolhunting.
- Structure and competition in the cosmetics and fragrances sector.
- Structure and competition in the fashion and luxury sector.
- Fashion, art and lifestyle: A dialogue between disciplines.
02. Marketing and Communications Management in the Fashion Industry
- Strategic and operational marketing.
- Product and service policy.
- Marketing plan.
- Branding and brand management.
- Communication in fashion and luxury brands.
03. Fashion Economic-Financial Management
- Financial accounting I.
- Financial accounting II.
- Economic Analysis in Decision Making I.
- Economic analysis in decision making II.
- Advanced financial accounting.
04. Digital Marketing in Fashion Companies
- Fundamentals of digital marketing.
- Social media strategy.
- Web analytics and performance measurement.
- ECommerce and user experience.
- Influencer marketing.
05. Product and Operations Management
- Product development cycle.
- Fashion production.
- Operations management.
- Operations and management control.
- Innovation in the supply chain and logistics.
06. Financial Management
- Operational and structural finance.
- Analysis of financial statements.
- Finance and business I.
- Finance and business II.
- Venture capital and private equity.
07. Commercial Management
- Commercial Management: Retail and Wholesale.
- Point of sale management: internal and external customer.
- Point-of-sale management: merchandising and visual merchandising
- Retail management and control.
- Expansion and negotiation management.
08. Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Creativity
- Omnichannel strategy.
- Entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Competing in disruptive environments.
- Design Thinking.
- Digital transformation.
09. Strategic Management
- Strategy formulation in fashion companies.
- 360º Management of fashion companies.
- Strategy planning and execution.
- Analysis of business situations.
- Internationalization of the company.
10. Sustainability and Legislation
- Ethical commitment in organizations.
- Corporate Governance. ESG.
- Sustainability in operations.
- Innovation and sustainability in fashion.
- Fashion Law.
11. People Management
- HR strategic plan.
- Human behavior in the organization.
- People development.
- Communication and negotiation as management skills.
- Performance evaluation and management by objectives.
12. Master's Thesis Project
- Final Master's Project (PFM).
Advanced programs included in the Master
Our MBA in Fashion Management has been designed to offer a strategic and complete vision of the fashion industry, complementing traditional training with specialized programs that respond to the current demands of the sector. We will train you in two key aspects of the sector:
Digitalization of the fashion company | E-commerce
You will discover the keys to selling on the Internet, with a focus on e-commerce and creating an effective customer shopping experience.
Image and styling consulting
You will learn about fundamental aspects of personal image consulting and styling, through a practical approach taught by professionals in the sector.
Campus and modalities
Since 2008 Esden Business School has been a benchmark in management training for fashion professionals. Different MBA programs adapted to your circumstances and needs, and focused on you acquiring the skills demanded by the main firms in the sector.
Partial scholarships available
Open call
MBA in Fashion Business Management - Full-Time
Modality
Full Time: Monday to Thursday + immersion week Madrid & Barcelona/ Florence/ Paris/Milan (Istituto Marangoni)
Call for applications
October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Open call
MBA in Fashion Business Management - Part Time
Modality
Part-Time: Friday and Saturday (20 weekends)
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Open call
MBA in Fashion Business Management - MBM
Modality
MBM (Online + face-to-face weeks in Madrid & Barcelona and Milan (Istituto Marangoni))
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Open call
MBA in Fashion Business Management - Hybrid
Modality
Hybrid (Online + 2 weeks in Madrid)
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Partial scholarships available
Open call
MBA in Fashion Business Management - Online
Modality
100% Online
Call for applications
March and October
Campus
Madrid
Duration
1 academic year
Live the most international training experience
in Fashion
The Master has a series of international immersion weeks that will allow you to complete your training from experience. Consult conditions depending on the modality of your interest.
Learn from experience with exclusive dives:
Madrid and Barcelona
In Madrid and Barcelona, there will be trend and retail scouting trips through the most emblematic streets to identify the latest trends in the sector.
Milan
The capital of Italian fashion where you will have the opportunity to attend the immersion week at the prestigious Istituto Marangoni in Milan.
Florence
The renaissance city where you will continue to learn about the shopping process, but this time about menswear.
Paris
The city of the fashion in which you will realize a immersion visiting the fair Premiere Vision (Reference on womenswear buyers).
Why study the MBA in Fashion Business Management at Esden?
Esden’s MBA in Fashion Management offers you a comprehensive education that will provide you with the tools, knowledge and experience you need to excel in your career.
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+16 years teaching this program
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+1600 MBA Fashion alumni
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+115 Promotions
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+700 Collaborating companies
Esden Business School maintains over 700 agreements with prestigious companies that lead their sector.
Career opportunities for the MBA in Fashion Management
Upon completion of our MBA in Fashion Management, you will be prepared to open your way to a wide range of career opportunities.
This program provides you not only with the technical and strategic knowledge you need but also with the ability to lead in a constantly evolving digital environment.
- Strategy and Corporate Development
- Fashion Marketing and Branding
- Innovation and Digital Transformation
- Retail and Commercial Management
- Operations and Production
- Human Resources and Leadership
- Finance and Management Control
- Styling and Image Consulting
Employability
The employability of our students is a key measure of success at Esden Business School. We identify the competencies most in demand in the labor market and integrate them into our curriculum, empowering you to take charge of your career. We empower you to take charge of your career.
You will specialize in the most demanded areas of the fashion industry.
Who is this Master for?
This MBA in Fashion Business Management is aimed at all those who wish to acquire skills and knowledge in business management in the fashion sector.
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- You work or want to work in the Fashion industry and want to train in skills related to the Direction and Management of any type of fashion business.
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- You have a background in Fashion Design and are looking to complement your profile with a deep knowledge and acquisition of skills related to the business.
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- You intend to be an entrepreneur or you have a fashion company and want to take your business to the next level.
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- Professionals looking for a career change and to explore the world of fashion.
Follow the path of those who have already reached their goals.
At Esden Business School, we are proud of more than 25 years dedicated to training leaders and professionals who have made a significant impact on the business world.
Fashion Academic Advisor of The Fashion Business School
Adela Balderas
D. in Business Administration and Management. Researcher at Oxford University and affiliated professor at MIT and RCC Harvard. Consultant to fashion and luxury companies, writer and expert in leadership and communication.
D. in Business Administration and Management, professor at the University of Deusto and Basque Culinary Center. She is a researcher at Oxford University and an affiliated professor at MIT and RCC Harvard in Boston. Consultant in fashion and luxury companies. Author of the books ‘ Reinvent your leadership and Courage: 9 lives, 9 lessons of resilience and leadership. Adela is a contributor to the business newspaper Expansión and an expert in leadership and communication.
Deputy Directors of the MBA in Fashion Business Management
Maria and Alejandra Zamácola
Deputy Program Directors
Both worked at Neck&Neck, María leading expansion and international operations positions and Alejandra as purchasing and production manager. They are founders of E-UNIFORMS, dedicated to the design, production and distribution of high-end school uniforms and both collaborate with several educational institutions giving courses, classes and lectures on Fashion Business Management, Sustainability, Family Business, Franchising, etc.
Partial scholarship program to help you in your professional development
If your application meets the program criteria, you may qualify for our scholarship program, which offers partial tuition exemptions. Our Scholarship Committee will evaluate your application and determine your eligibility. Our scolarships are the following:
Academic Excellence Scholarships
Rewarding students who demonstrate discipline, effort, and clear potential as future business leaders.
Career Path Scholarships
For professionals who have shown significant impact in their sectors through achievements, leadership, or valuable contributions.
Unemployment Grants
For unemployed professionals who wish to acquire new skills and improve their career prospects.
Entrepreneurship Scholarships
The grant is aimed at entrepreneurs who have already started their own project or who have a solid and viable plan to do so.
Reverse Methodology
"Reverse©" guarantees training excellence beyond the simple transmission of information
It allows students to maximize classroom time by applying theoretical knowledge to real business decision-making scenarios.
Preparation
Assimilation of content prior to active classes.
In the classroom
The instructor guides students through questions and moderates discussions.
After class
Students develop decision-making skills and solve work-related challenges.
Titles and certificates
What will you receive upon completing the Master?
Degrees Included with the Master:
MBA Degree in Fashion Business Management
Esden Business School Certificate
Specialization diplomas
Digitalization of the fashion business || E-commerce || Image and styling consulting
Harvard Business Publishing Certified Training
Harvard Manage Mentor
Optional degrees:
Double Degree with the Universidad Europea de Vitoria
(Consult conditions)
Official Degree from Santander University
(Consult conditions)
Accreditation certificate from Istituto Marangoni
(Consult conditions)
IMD accreditation certificate
(Consult conditions)
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FAQS
Deciding your future requires key information
We have compiled the most common questions to provide you with the information you need.
What does this MBA consist of and how does it relate to the fashion industry?
Esden’s MBA in Fashion Business Management offers up-to-date and practical knowledge to lead brands and companies in the fashion industry.
The contents cover finance, marketing, digitalization, innovation and trends, integrating direct experiences with leading companies in the national and international sector.
What career opportunities does the program offer?
The MBA opens up opportunities in areas such as fashion business management, product management, digital marketing, communication, human resources and consulting in the fashion industry.
Graduates work in renowned firms, creative agencies and technology companies linked to fashion.
What is the profile of the MBA students?
Our MBA is aimed at fashion enthusiasts looking to master business management in the fashion industry. It is ideal for you if:
- You work in the industry and want to move up to management positions.
- You are an entrepreneur or have a fashion business that you want to scale.
- You have a creative profile and are looking to complement it with business skills.
Is it possible to access the MBA without previous experience in fashion?
It is possible to access the MBA either if you have previous experience or if you are looking for a professional change towards the fashion industry, as long as you have the required university degree and training vocation.
Why choose this MBA over a general MBA?
This MBA is specifically oriented to fashion management and leadership, offering content adapted to the fashion industry, international alliances and exclusive immersive experiences in leading companies.
Does the MBA offer international experiences or visits to fashion brands?
The MBA includes weeks of international immersion and visits to leading national and international fashion companies, allowing you to gain practical experience and global knowledge of the industry.
These immersions take place in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Milan (Istituto Marangoni) and Florence, with visits to trade fairs, museums and leading companies.
Do I need a visa to study the MBA if I am from Mexico, Colombia or a country outside the EU?
Non-EU students must apply for a student visa to reside legally in Spain.
Esden facilitates the procedures through counseling and documentation for international students..
What study modalities are available and which is the most suitable for international students?
We offer several modalities to adapt to your objectives and circumstances:
Full-Time: Ideal for full immersion. International students often choose to benefit from the classroom experience, which provides access to industry immersions, internship programs and global networking opportunities in the heart of the fashion industry.
Part-Time / Hybrid: Designed for professionals who combine studies and work, combining online flexibility with key face-to-face sessions.
MBM (Modalidad Business Modular): An intensive executive format, perfect for experienced professionals looking for a strategic update without leaving their career.
Each modality is designed to offer a high-impact experience. We will help you identify which one best suits your profile and professional goals during the admissions process.
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Alliances and cooperation
ESDEN Business School has created throughout these 30 years an extensive network of alliances and agreements based on academic, professional, business and employment cooperation, based on improving the training experience and student service. In this way, we can highlight four basic types of alliances that we establish:
Educational cooperation with prestigious institutions
- IMD International Institute for Management Development
- Marangonni Institute
- EUNEIZ – European University of Vitoria-Gasteiz
Cooperation in educational upsellings or immersive business experiences Paris Vision, LOEWE, GUCCI, UFFICI Gallery, PITTI UOMO, Salvatore Ferragamo…
FUE, AMAZON, PWC, KPMG, INDITEX, GUCCI, ILUNION, NNT DATA, INDRA, GOOGLE, QUIRON…
