Bachelor’s in Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation – Barcelona (EADA)
What is a Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation?
This specialisation is part of the Global BBA at SKEMA Business School. It is designed for students who want to understand how businesses can combine economic performance, innovation and positive impact.
In a context where organisations must address increasingly complex environmental, social and economic challenges, this specialisation prepares students to rethink traditional business models through entrepreneurship and responsible innovation.
Definition of entrepreneurship and sustainable innovation
Sustainable entrepreneurship involves creating, developing or transforming a business by integrating environmental and social responsibility into its core strategy. It goes beyond launching a company by focusing on designing innovative solutions that generate a measurable positive impact.
This interdisciplinary approach combines management, strategy, project management and innovation to address today’s major challenges: ecological transition, digital transformation, changing consumer behaviours and evolving business expectations.
Position within the Global BBA
The Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation specialisation builds on the foundations of the Global BBA. After gaining a solid grounding in management, marketing, international business and economics, students specialise in their fourth year to develop expertise in sustainable business transformation.
This specialisation connects core business knowledge with real-world issues related to sustainable strategy, innovation and organisational change.
Programme objectives
This specialisation aims to equip students with the ability to:
- Understand sustainability challenges within organisations
- Design innovative and responsible business projects
- Develop strong management and strategic skills
- Lead entrepreneurial projects with a positive impact
- Use digital and analytical tools to support decision-making
Students are trained to become agents of change, capable of improving the overall performance of organisations.
Degree and recognition
Upon completion, students are awarded the Bachelor in Management – Global BBA from SKEMA, a degree recognised in France and internationally, worth 240 ECTS credits, fully aligned with European academic credits standards. This qualification opens the door to careers in management, entrepreneurship, consulting, or further study through specialised MSc programmes.
The EADA Barcelona campus
This specialisation is delivered on the partner campus EADA Business School in Barcelona, a dynamic and international environment known for its strong entrepreneurial ecosystem and close links with European and global businesses.
Why choose SKEMA for this specialisation?
Studying entrepreneurship and sustainable innovation at the EADA Barcelona campus
A cosmopolitan academic environment
Located in the heart of Barcelona, EADA Business School offers a modern, sustainable campus certified under LEED standards. The Provença Campus (4,200 m² across nine floors), inaugurated in 2023, features connected classrooms, collaborative spaces and an innovative learning environment. Studying in Barcelona means evolving in a cosmopolitan, dynamic and internationally renowned city. It provides students enrolled in the programme with direct exposure to a vibrant urban environment that combines business, culture and global connectivity.
International immersion
Courses are taught entirely in English within a truly international environment. Students study alongside multicultural cohorts and develop:
- essential intercultural skills for global management
- the ability to work effectively in international teams
- a strong understanding of global markets
- key adaptability skills in a constantly evolving professional environment
This linguistic and cultural immersion enables students to acquire professional skills that are directly transferable to international careers, regardless of the sector chosen (tourism, sport, entrepreneurship or innovation). Many courses also integrate digital learning resources and online collaboration tools, reflecting the way international sport organisations operate today.
Why is Barcelona a strategic location?
Barcelona is one of Europe’s most dynamic and internationally oriented metropolitan cities. As a major tourist destination, seaside city, event hub, innovation centre and growing entrepreneurial ecosystem, it offers a particularly stimulating environment for studying management.
The city stands out for its global attractiveness, diversified economic landscape, strong commitment to sustainable transformation and innovation, and multicultural dimension.
Studying in Barcelona allows students to gain a concrete understanding of the economic dynamics of a globalised market, the development challenges faced by organisations, and the strategic adaptations required in rapidly evolving industries. Proximity to such an active and international ecosystem strengthens the professional dimension of the specialisations offered at the EADA campus.
Student life in Barcelona
Studying in Barcelona also means enjoying a unique personal and cultural experience. The city offers an attractive and stimulating living environment, including:
- a pleasant Mediterranean climate throughout the year
- a balance between seaside lifestyle, culture, sport and urban energy
- a vibrant artistic and events scene
- an active and international student community
This combination of academic excellence, professional immersion and quality of life represents a distinctive advantage of the programme..
Who is the Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation specialisation designed for?
This programme is aimed at students holding a secondary school diploma (or equivalent) who are interested in:
- Entrepreneurship and innovative project development
- Business management and strategy
- Sustainability and corporate social responsibility
- Project management and consulting careers
It is particularly suited to curious, committed students who want to understand how organisations operate and contribute to their transformation.
This specialisation is ideal for those who wish to work on concrete projects and quickly gain a practical understanding of business operations. International students are also welcome, within a multicultural and globally oriented academic environment.
Skills developed in this specialisation in Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation
Courses taught in the entrepreneurship & sustainable innovation specialisation
Key courses in this specialisation include:
- Consumer Engagement
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
- Sustainable Supply Chains
- Smart Finance for Innovation
- Implementing AI in Organisations
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Strategy – Visions of Growth
- Analytics for Digital Business
- Leading Organisational Change for Sustainability
- Capstone Project
This bachelor’s degree in entrepreneurship and sustainable innovation integrates innovation, strategy and entrepreneurship in a global business context. This management and entrepreneurship bachelor programme prepares students for the transformation of modern businesses.
Programme format and duration
The specialisation takes place during the fourth year of the Global BBA and enables students to deepen their chosen field of expertise over one year, in line with their academic and professional goals.
The Global BBA offers 13 specialisations across five continents: each specialisation is associated with a SKEMA campus, which determines the location of study for the specialisation year.
The SKEMA Global BBA offers:
- a wide range of specialisations integrated into the Global BBA,
- the opportunity to undertake international pathways and double degrees depending on the options chosen
This flexible structure allows students to build a personalised pathway combining academic specialisation, international exposure and professional experience.
How to apply?
Admission to the Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation specialisation is through the Global BBA at SKEMA. Students first enrol in the general programme after secondary school, then choose their specialisation in the fourth year.
The application process assesses academic performance, motivation and the candidate’s professional project. The aim is to identify students interested in business, management and sustainable innovation.
Full information about the admission process and available funding options can be found on the Global BBA page.
Career opportunities after a Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation
Graduates can pursue a wide range of careers in management, innovation and sustainability, including:
- Sustainability Manager
- Innovation Project Manager
- Strategy or CSR Consultant
- Entrepreneurial Project Manager
- Business Development Manager (sustainable organisations)
These roles are available in start-ups, large corporations, consulting firms and international organisations. Graduates may also work in responsible marketing, project leadership or sustainability-focused services.
Further studies after a specialisation in Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation
After completing this bachelor’s degree, students can continue their studies with specialised MSc programmes in areas such as:
- Entrepreneurship and innovation
- Sustainable project management
- Technology and start-ups
- Responsible business strategy
SKEMA offers several MSc programmes to deepen these areas of expertise and strengthen international career prospects, including:
Frequently Asked Questions about the Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Innovation specialisation
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This specialisation is part of the Global BBA. It prepares students to understand how businesses operate while integrating sustainability and innovation into their strategies.
Students learn how to develop responsible business models, manage projects and contribute to the transformation of organisations in a global environment.
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Barcelona is one of Europe’s most dynamic hubs for entrepreneurship and innovation. Studying there offers access to an international business environment, a strong start-up ecosystem and a multicultural atmosphere.
It is an ideal location for students who want to combine academic learning with real-world exposure to sustainable and innovative business practices.
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This specialisation focuses on transforming existing businesses through sustainability and innovation.
An entrepreneurship-focused programme is more centred on launching new ventures and start-ups, while this programme also explores how to improve and adapt existing organisations in a responsible way.
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Businesses are increasingly expected to address environmental and social challenges while remaining competitive.
Studying sustainable innovation and management allows students to understand these changes, develop responsible strategies and build solutions that align with the expectations of modern organisations.
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Yes, SKEMA Business School is recognised for its strong focus on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Students benefit from an entrepreneurial ecosystem that includes an incubator, student-led initiatives such as the SKEMA Ventures Club and a global alumni network active in business creation and innovation.
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Graduates can pursue a wide range of careers in management, innovation and sustainability, including:
- Sustainability manager
- Innovation project manager
- Business or strategy consultant
- Entrepreneur or start-up founder
- Project manager in sustainable business
These roles are available in start-ups, large companies, consulting firms and international organisations.
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Yes, the Global BBA is a highly international programme taught in English. Students study in a multicultural environment and develop strong intercultural skills.
Graduates can pursue careers in international companies or organisations worldwide, particularly in roles related to business, innovation and sustainability.
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After completing this degree, students can continue their studies with a Master of Science (MSc) to deepen their expertise in areas such as entrepreneurship, sustainable management, innovation or international business.
This allows them to specialise further and access higher-level career opportunities.
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Students develop a combination of business, strategic and soft skills, including:
- Management and leadership
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Project management
- Innovation and sustainable business development
- Teamwork in an international environment
These skills are highly valued by employers across industries.
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Yes, the programme includes practical learning experiences such as case studies, group projects and Capstone Projects. These activities allow students to apply their knowledge to real business situations and develop hands-on professional skills.
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This programme is suitable for students interested in business, entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability. It is particularly well suited to individuals who are curious, proactive and motivated to work on real-world projects in an international environment.
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Yes, the programme is designed to support entrepreneurial ambitions. Students learn how to develop business ideas, build sustainable models and launch projects.
They can also benefit from SKEMA’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, including mentoring and incubation support.
