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MBA for creative and design organizations
Key Data
- Start: October 20th 2025.
- End: July 31st 2026.
- ECTS credits: 60.
- Methodology: Online.
- Language: Spanish.
- Certificate: Master's degree issued by Elisava and University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC).
- Direction: Francesc Ballesteros.
- Limited seats.
Presentation
MBA for creative and design organizations: lead, manage and transform the creative sector
Businesses in the creative and design sector are often born out of the passion and vision of their creators. However, transforming that passion into a profitable and sustainable business involves effectively managing key aspects such as financial planning, developing business strategies and leading teams.
The MBA for Creative and Design Organizations is designed for professionals who want to take their projects to the next level, learning to manage teams, optimize resources and make strategic decisions while respecting ethical and social values.
Throughout this master’s degree, you will acquire the necessary knowledge to plan and organize projects with a comprehensive vision, addressing areas such as financial management, business operations, negotiation and the implementation of emerging technologies to facilitate and enhance the creative process.
Objectives
The objectives of the MBA for creative and design organizations are:
- Develop managerial skills to lead multidisciplinary teams and make strategic decisions in creative and design companies.
- Know how to balance innovation and economic viability, ensuring the sustainability of the business without compromising creativity.
- Possess the tools to define and execute strategies for growth, internationalization and differentiation in a highly competitive market.
- Take advantage of new technologies, digital platforms and emerging trends in the creative industry.
- Have knowledge of finance, investment and monetization to ensure the economic sustainability of creative projects.
- Develop the analytical capacity and skills necessary to face complex challenges in the management of creative and design companies.
- Promote social responsibility in business decision-making within the creative sector.
- Acquire adaptation, resilience and leadership skills to manage creative companies in a constantly evolving context.
Contents
The SHIFTA MBA for Creative and Design Organizations syllabus consists of the following content blocks:
- Personal awareness and leadership in creativity.
- Business fundamentals in creative industries.
- Brand Strategy and communication.
- Sales strategy.
- Talent management and dynamics of creative and design teams.
- Operations management and management of creative projects.
- Innovation in design and creativity.
- Ethics, sustainability and critical thinking.
- Final Project.
Additional resources
In addition to the specific contents of the MBA for Creative and Design Organizations, you will enjoy a series of advantages designed to enhance your learning and connect with the creative community:
- Annual Adobe Creative Cloud© licence included, so you can explore and create without limits with the best tools in the sector.
- One year’s access to Elisava Alumni Bold, a community made up of students and alumni of the school.
- Two free creative pills, focused on tools and methodologies related to the world of creation and design.
Who it is aimed at
SHIFTA's MBA for Creative and Design Organizations is aimed at:
- Graduates or graduates in design, marketing, advertising, communication, journalism or related areas.
- Creative professionals who wish to take a leap into coordination or management roles.
- Entrepreneurs or founders of small agencies or studios who are building their business.
- Professionals who lead teams and want to improve their people management skills.
Career opportunities
The main career opportunities after completing the MBA for creative and design organizations are:
- Management of advertising agencies.
- Management of content production companies.
- Management of design studios.
- Management of design and creativity departments.
- Creative strategy consultancy.
- Management of creative projects.
- Starting your own project.
Methodology
- Our methodology is 100% online, providing the flexibility to combine training with the rest of your professional and personal responsibilities.
- Methodological model supported by the rigor of Elisava and the University of Vic - Central de Catalunya.
- Methodology based on Learning by Doing with the realization of real projects.
- Flexible model that combines synchronous and asynchronous training.
- Weekly live videoconferences with teachers between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. (CET).
- Recording of live sessions to view them later.
- Personalized monitoring and tutoring by a specialized team.
Faculty
Admission process
The entry requirements for the MBA for creative and design organizations are as follows:
- A university degree in an artistic or creative discipline. It is also possible to access with degrees in other subjects, such as design or communication.
- If you do not have a university degree, it is possible to gain access on the basis of professional experience that can be accredited.
- Good reading comprehension in English (recommended).
- Computer and good internet connection.
- Be an efficient, planned and autonomous learner.
Methods of payment and financing
From SHIFTA, we offer you the following forms of financing so that the economic aspect is not an impediment.
Single payment
If you pay for the master’s degree in cash, you will receive a 5% discount on the final price.
Own financing
We offer you the possibility of financing the master’s or postgraduate course in up to 10 monthly installments at no financial cost (0% TAE).
External financing
If you want a larger number of installments, we have an agreement with Nemuru, the external financing platform, which allows you to extend the installments up to 18 months. (Option subject to the approval of the financial institution itself after studying the relevant documentation). You will be able to access them once your admission to the program has been notified.
Bonus for companies
You can finance your training thanks to the bonuses offered by the State Foundation for Employment Training (FUNDAE) and the Tripartite Foundation to companies to train their workers. In this case, we have the support of an external consultancy specialized in this process.
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