University Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurial Financing: Venture Capital and Private Equity
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- Type of programme
- Official masters
- Campus
- Campus Barcelona
- Duration
- Classes from September to December and company internships from January to July
- Credits
- 60
- Schedule
- From Monday to Friday, from 3 to 9pm
- Language
- English
- Modality
- On site
Reasons to Study the Master’s Program
- Practical Approach & Real-World Experience
Hands-on learning through problem-solving methodologies and case studies. Company internships in the second semester
- Direct Industry Connection
Lecturers and professors actively involved in Fintech and Startups. Strong networking opportunities with investors and entrepreneurs.
- Specialized Training in Venture Capital
Full command of the entire investment cycle and development of the key competencies that funds require to identify opportunities, assess risks, and drive new business models.
- Barcelona: A Leading Entrepreneurial Hub
Located in one of the top 5 startup cities in Europe. A dynamic and innovative ecosystem, perfect for networking and career growth
- Officially Recognized Master’s Degree
Officially accredited university master’s degree. 100% taught in English with a strong international focus.
- Faculty with International Experience
Learn from active industry professionals, with international academic leadership (Nesta and the World Bank), partners from KPMG and Cuatrecasas, and a strong professional network with a global strategic outlook.
Partners
Career Opportunities
This master’s program prepares you to join the most strategic areas of the financial and entrepreneurial ecosystem, whether in investment funds, consulting firms, banking, or high-growth startups.
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Venture Capital
- Investment Analyst
- Associate
- Fund Analyst
- Corporate Venture Analyst
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Private Equity
- PE Analyst
- Investment Associate
- Portfolio Analyst
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Transaction Services & Corporate Finance
- Financial Due Diligence Analyst
- M&A Analyst
- Valuation Analyst
- Corporate Finance Consultant
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Strategic and Financial Consulting
- Strategy & Growth Consultant
- Business Development Analyst
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Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Startup Founder
- Corporate Innovation Manager
Meet our Alumni
“I highly recommend this master’s program for its strong focus on investment capital and venture capital. Excellent faculty, high-impact guest speakers, and a truly international environment.”
“Barcelona is one of Europe’s fastest-growing startup ecosystems, home to leading private equity and venture capital funds. Being here opened my eyes to a whole new world — and this program prepares you to thrive in it, whether as an investor, an entrepreneur, or both.”
This master’s program is for you if…
Become the profile investment funds are looking for
Master the investment cycle. Learn from those already in the industry. Build your network in one of Europe’s most dynamic ecosystems.
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Presentation
In today's macroeconomic context, the venture capital and private equity industries are becoming an increasingly popular alternative source of funding for companies. In this regard, the Master's Degree in Entrepreneurial Financing: Venture Capital and Private Equity will provide the knowledge you need on these alternative entrepreneurial financing models.
You will also have the chance to study in Barcelona, a hub for start-ups and home to numerous entities specialising is transaction services, corporate finance, venture capital and private aquity, and which support and finance the development of new companies.
At UIC Barcelona, we want to promote an enterprising spirit and the creation of companies in our society with this predominantly practical international programme ytaught entirely in English.
Objectives
- To identify and quantify risks in the area of transaction services via an analysis of the position of the company and the identification of the most important factors.
- To improve your education and guide your professional career in the area of corporate finance, thus increasing your employability and opportunities to work in this sector.
- To develop skills and abilities in order to be able to take on a position in the private equity sector or in companies that are open to international markets.
- To master the venture capital investment cycle as well as the specific methodologies and typologies involved in financial modelling.
- To guide you towards the creation of a new company or increase the intrapreneurial ability of a company by searching for new business models.
Who is aimed at
This Master’s degree is for you if:
- You are a recent graduate of an undergraduate degree.
- You are a junior professional
- You would like to your career to move towards setting up a new business, developing a new concept or business area within a specific company.
- If you want to specialise in alternative entrepreneurial financing models.
Academic accreditation
Máster Universitario en Financiación del Emprendimiento: Capital Riesgo y Capital Privado / University Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurial Financing: Venture Capital and Private Equity por la Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Curriculum
Professional Career
Professional opportunities
- Venture capital and Private Equity funds
- Transaction service departments and corporate finance positions in auditing firms and financial consultancy firms.
- Venture capital and private equity departments in investment banks.
- Jobs in strategic consultancy and finance companies.
Information sessions
Attend the next Informative Session
The University is organising open days for future university students who would like to know more about our institution and the programmes we offer.
Admission process
Admission process for master's and postgraduate programmes
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Request information
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Application for admission
- Delivery of documentation
- Validation of documentation
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Assessment of candidate
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Result of admission process
- Admission
- On hold
- No admission
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Deposit paid
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Enrolment
Between July and September
- Tuition paid
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Welcome!
You are now part of UIC Barcelona
Required documentation
Submit the following documents to the Information and Admissions Service:
- Original certified photocopy of university degree
- Original certified photocopy of the academic certificate with the candidate’s grades of completed university degrees
- Two passport photographs
- Photocopy of passport
- Updated CV
- Letter of motivation
- Carry out a personal interview with the Director of the Master
- Demonstrate a sufficient level of English to be able to follow the course without problem
Prices, grants and financial aid
Price
Grants
UIC Barcelona offers various fellowships supported by both public institutes (MEC or AGUAR), as well as private UIC Barcelona funds.
For further information, please check with our admissions department:
Grants offered by UIC Barcelona for master's degrees and postgraduate programmes
Other grants
Those pursuing master's degrees or postgraduate programmes studies at UIC Barcelona are also eligible for other scholarships.
Financing
In order to make tuition fee payments easier for students, UIC Barcelona offers various financing options through its partner banks.
Payment facilities
UIC Barcelona offers different payment options.
Alumni Ambassador
The Alumni Ambassadors are volunteer alumni who will explain their experience at UIC Barcelona to you. With them you will be able to resolve any doubts that may arise about the chosen program, the University and your experience as a student.
What questions can you ask an Alumni Ambassador?
- What do you value most about this program?
- What profile of students studied it?
- What do you think about teachers?
- What professional practices did you do?
- What are the advantages of studying in Barcelona?
- If he/she already has a job and if he had a hard time finding one.
Don't miss this magnificent opportunity to learn first-hand what it means to do a program at UIC Barcelona and the value it brings you in the development of your career. If you have any specific questions about the admission process, scholarships, visas or financial aid, you can contact directly admisiones@uic.es.
Find an Alumni and start chatting now!
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