Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management and International Relations
It encompasses the relationships between all economic, political and social actors
What is the Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and International Relations?
The Double Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and International Relations at Comillas ICADE is a five-year on-campus programme (361 ECTS) taught in Spanish and English at the Alberto Aguilera Campus . This dual Bachelor's Degree trains professionals with a hybrid profile in business management and international politics, equipping them to lead companies in globalised environments and understand the dynamics between states, international organisations and multinational corporations. The programme includes asecond foreign language, compulsory work placements and international mobility schemes ( Erasmus+ and bilateral agreements). With50 places available and ICADE’s century-long track record in business and international education, graduates in Business Administration and International Relations go on to take up roles in international consultancy, business management, economic analysis and management within public and international organisations.
- CentersEconómicas y Empresariales (Comillas ICADE)
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- CertificationOfficial Bachelor's degrees
- ModalityFace to face
- Duration5 years (361 ECTS)
- Starts On01/09/2027
- Seats50
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Why study Business Administration and International Relations at Comillas ICADE?
ICADE belongs to the Pontifical University of Comillas, a century-old academic institution run by the Society of Jesus. ICADE is one of Europe’s leading institutions for the education of business professionals; it has a long academic tradition and enjoys great prestige in the international business world.
Registration
1.974,48€Monthly
1.765,68€During
9 monthsTotal
17.865,60€
Curriculum
Study Plan
Double Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management and International Relations / GE-6 25
Curricullum 2025
Subjects of the Diploma in Personal, Communicative, and Professional Skills
Subjects of the Diploma in Communication Skills and Foreign Language Studies
2nd Term
Credits
- Spanish Economy (*)
- Commercial Law (*)
- Organizational Behavior
- Topical International Issues in International Relations I (Economics y Finance)
- Regional Studies II
- Corporate Finance
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(*) Students may choose to take one of this two courses, Spanish Economy or Commercial Law.
2nd Term
Credits
ELECTIVES
Students must choose and complete 12 ECTS (two subjects from any of the indicated areas or Internships II)
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What sets us apart?
- A bilingual Spanish-English program + a compulsory second foreign language, with specific training in English for Business and English for International Relations.
- Campus in central Madrid (Alberto Aguilera): direct access to the capital’s ecosystem of businesses, embassies, international organisations and consultancy firms.
- International mobility through Erasmus+ and bilateral agreements with prestigious universities in Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Compulsory work placements with a network of partner organisations in consultancy, banking, European institutions and multinationals.
- ICADE’s century-long history in business and legal education, with a network of alumni in senior management positions internationally. 50 places available through a selective admissions process.
Where to find us
We’re right in the heart of Madrid, in an area brimming with amenities and things to do. Do come and visit us.
Address:
Calle Alberto Aguilera 23 – 28015 Madrid
Metro:
Argüelles (line 3)
Ventura Rodríguez (line 3)
San Bernardo (line 2)
Bus (EMT):
Lines 1 – 2 – 21 – 44 – 74 – 133 – C
BiciMAD
Station 47 – Calle Santa Cruz de Marcenado 24
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Useful resources
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Work Experience
We prepare you for your future and introduce you to the real world through comprehensive work experience placements.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Double Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and International Relations at Comillas ICADE have access to a wide range of career opportunities in the international business and institutional sectors:
Comillas Core Skills Program
Whatever subject you study, Comillas Core Skills complements your Bachelor's Degree: 12 credits spread across your Degree programme that develop the skills and judgement needed to round off your education. Communication, teamwork, technology, critical thinking and leadership are developed throughout your Degree and tailored to your professional field.
With this Bachelor's Degree, you will shape your future and that of society by adding value
Admissions and Scholarships
Follow all the steps in our admissions process and become a student at Comillas
Apply for admission
Please fill in the form with your details and indicate which programmes you are interested in.
Validation
The General Secretariat will review the documentation and notify you once it has been validated.
Entrance examinations
Candidates will sit the written entrance examinations.
Letter of acceptance
We will let you know whether you have been accepted and into which year. All you need to do is confirm that you wish to join Comillas.
Enrolment formalities
You will officially become a Comillas student and will have access to your personal online account.
Scholarships and grants
Follow all the steps and become a student at Comillas
Comillas is firmly committed to supporting students who demonstrate academic ability and merit but have limited financial resources; each academic year, the university invests a significant amount of resources in scholarships and study grants. This support is funded through the university’s own resources and contributions from the Comillas University Foundation, as well as through donations from major foundations, organisations and individuals.
Information for students
Information and requirements
- Entry Requirements
The dual Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and International Relations requires new students to demonstrate proactive attitudes and aptitudes towards acquiring the knowledge and skills specific to the professional profile in the field of business management within a globalised world; consequently, mobility and internationalisation, alongside professional placements in multinational companies, are key pillars of our educational programme.
Thus, the profile of the prospective Business Administration and International Relations student should be that of an individual with a broad general education and strong language skills, a keen interest in understanding economic and international realities, and a desire to become an agent of social transformation.
Alumni
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Get ready at our university preparation campus
Comillas Pontifical University offers those wishing to begin their studies in the coming academic year the opportunity to get a first taste of university life and get off to a good start at university.
This pre-university programme consists of modules that you can choose according to your needs and your chosen Degree. It will enable you to consolidate your knowledge before starting your Degree and to successfully enter the university world in the most enjoyable and educational way possible. A whole team of lecturers from the university itself is dedicated to delivering the programme in a fully university-like environment.
Faculty of teachers
The lecturers at Comillas ICADE represent a wide range of expertise and are recognised as leading professionals and academics in their fields.
Quality and regulations
Information on the quality and official regulations governing the qualification.
Official qualification
Documentation relating to the official status of the qualification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management
- Bachelor's Degree in International Relations
Quality Management System
Composition of the Monitoring Committees:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Graduates of the Double Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and International Relations at Comillas ICADE can work as international consultants, economic, financial or labour analysts and advisers, project managers and brand managers in multinational companies, and gain access to senior management positions both in the civil service (senior civil service, diplomatic service) and in national and international companies. This hybrid business-geopolitical profile is particularly highly valued in strategic consultancy firms, banking, international organisations (EU, UN, OECD) and internationalisation departments.
The Double Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and International Relations at Comillas ICADE enables students to obtain two official Bachelor's Degrees in 5 years (361 ECTS), compared with the 8 years (~480 ECTS) it would take to complete them separately. The key advantage is the integrated curriculum from the very first year: students analyse the business world from a geopolitical perspective and vice versa, through cross-disciplinary subjects such as International Political Economy and Business Internationalisation, which are only available in this integrated format. In addition, the programme includes a compulsory second foreign language and work placements with an international focus. For those seeking an even more specialised profile, at Comillas we offer the Double Bachelor's Degree in Law and International Relations ( legal-diplomatic approach) and theDouble Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy Management and International Relations (focus on public policy, taught entirely in English).
Madrid is home to Spain’s largest ecosystem of embassies, international organisations, strategic consultancy firms, multinational headquarters and investment banks , which facilitates work placements and networking opportunities right from the Bachelor's Degree level. Comillas ICADE is located on the Alberto Aguilera Campus, right in the heart of Madrid, with direct access to this ecosystem. The programme offers a network of alumni in senior management positions across the globe. All this is complemented by 50 places and a selective admissions process that ensures small class sizes.