Advanced Cycle of International Studies
Transform your future in just three years! Start with a year of total immersion in language and business, followed by two years of professional training in administration and finance, marketing, or international trade.
- Duration: 3 years
- Starts in October 2024
Certified center
Authorized Center – Code 08078555
Authorized Center – Code 08078555
Description and qualification level
Level: Higher Education
Duration: 3 years
Specializations: Administration and Finance, International Trade, or Marketing and Advertising
Degree: Advanced Technical Degree (“Técnico Superior”)
Objectives: To introduce international students to the Spanish business environment through an intensive training program that covers linguistic skills as well as specifically tailored administration and marketing training adapted to Spanish companies.
Requirements
There are different possibilities for accrediting the necessary knowledge for access to higher courses in Spain:
● Having completed high school.
● Having passed the entrance exam for higher vocational training cycles or university access.
If you have not completed your studies in Spain, it is necessary to validate your certificate. You can start the course with only the validation process slip, but the degree can only be applied for with the validation completed.
Spanish: you can start from scratch (option for non-native Spanish students).
First year
| Part 1: Languages | Sept.-Dec. 2024 |
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| Intensive Spanish/Catalan course | 20h / week |
| Preparation in Spanish or Catalan with the goal of reaching a minimum of level B1, according to the Common European Framework of Reference. Course taught by Bcnlip, a school accredited by the Instituto Cervantes. |
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| Part 2: Introduction to Spanish Business World | Jan.-Jun. 2025 |
| Intensive program: 20 hours per week. The course provides a practical overview of Spanish businesses and prepares you for your subsequent higher education studies. |
20h / week |
| Subjects: Management of a small business Training and career guidance Business communication and customer service Computer processing of information * This part will depend on the language needs of the students. If it is seen that there is a need for a deeper understanding of the language in the business world, part 2 will follow with B2 level languages. |
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| Part 3: Business English and exams prep. | Jul.-Aug. 2025 |
| Intensive English course to reach an intermediate to advanced level. Additionally, you can prepare for official exams and |
Upon completing the first year, you will receive your first certificate! The document will certify your language level and basic knowledge in administration and marketing.
Second year
September 2025 – August 2026
First year of higher education vocational training. You can choose from the following specializations:
● Administration and Finance
● International Trade
● Marketing and Advertising
Click on the course to see the full program.
Third year
September 2026 – August 2027
Second year of higher vocational training in the career you have chosen.
Paid internship included!
Upon completing the third year, you receive your official degree as a Higher Technician in Administration and Finance, International Trade, or Marketing and Advertising.
First year
total course value-
Registration and reservation fee: 500€