Introduction to the Master Degree in Marketing Management
The Master’s in Marketing Management at ESIC University is a 100% English-taught programme designed for graduates and professionals who want to understand, design and lead contemporary marketing strategies in global and digitally connected markets. In an environment shaped by digital transformation, AI-driven decision-making, customer-centricity and international competition, the programme combines strategic marketing, branding, communications, analytics and business management into one integrated learning experience.
From market insights and strategic positioning to omnichannel activation, customer experience, and brand value creation, the MMM delivers a highly practical, internationally oriented learning experience, firmly rooted in current business realities.
Throughout the programme, students analyse how multinational corporations and fast-growing[CC1.1] SMEs design and implement marketing strategies across international markets. By combining strategic frameworks, analytical tools, and applied workshops, this programme enables participants to transform market insights into effective marketing and commercial decisions.
The programme integrates applied learning, real business challenges, digital marketing tools, AI applications and international exposure through a compulsory academic experience at SDA Bocconi School of Management focused on digital marketing and luxury brands. Students develop a global managerial mindset within a highly multicultural environment while strengthening analytical, creative and strategic capabilities.
Accredited by EFMD and AMBA, the programme offers a rigorous and internationally recognised learning experience at ESIC Business & Marketing School, one of Europe's leading specialised business schools in marketing and management.

You can also take this programme in Spanish or online.
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Why ESIC?
The Master in Marketing Management (MMM) is a unique program designed to manage the international marketing and commercial environment, bridging the global business level with local market needs. It equips students with the strategies and tactics necessary for the customer-centric internationalisation of products and services, from both SMEs and large companies, in the face of today’s complex challenges of globalisation—digitisation, ethics, sustainability, increased competitiveness, and new business models.
Erasmus+ for everyone – no extra cost: International week at SDA Bocconi in Milan (Italy) are fully included in tuition fee. Erasmus+ mobility grants are available to all students, regardless of nationality, reinforcing ESIC’s commitment to accessible internationalization.
Dual academic-professional faculty: Faculty members combine academic credentials – doctoral degrees, relevant academic publications – with senior executive careers in international marketing, sales and communication. Teachers who foster a love of learning and a commitment to academic rigour in their students.
ESIC’s Professional Development Unir mantains active collaboration agreements with over 200 companies for internships and placement, with a minimum 2:1 ratio of internships places to MMM Students.
Transformative Learning Methodology: Every MMM module integrates real business cases, live projects, market simulations and applied learning activities. Students work with branding frameworks, customer journey analysis, digital marketing tools, AI applications, market research platforms and communication strategy models throughout the programme.
Rankings
#1
SPAIN
Leaders in Marketing Master’s Programs according to El mundo
#3
SPAIN
ESIC on the podium of the Best Business Schools for recent graduates and young professionals
#34
EUROPE
ESIC among the European Top Schools for studying marketing programs

#49
WORLDWIDE
Best Marketing School based on the opinion of alumni, students, and employers

ESIC ACCREDITATIONS
More than 55 years of history means that we have institutional agreements and collaborations that recognise our quality as a business school. These are our accreditations:
ASSOCIATION OF MBAS
The international impartial authority
on postgraduate business education
EFMD Programme Accreditation
The leading international system of quality assessment,
improvement and accreditation of business programmes
Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y Acreditación
Sistemas de Garantía de Calidad de Centros y Docencia
ASSOCIATION OF MBAS
The international impartial authority
on postgraduate business education
EFMD Programme Accreditation
The leading international system of quality assessment,
improvement and accreditation of business programmes
Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y Acreditación
Sistemas de Garantía de Calidad de Centros y Docencia
Why should you study MARKETING MANAGEMENT?
Because it is a unique program to manage the international Marketing and Commercial environment from the global business level to local needs through implementing strategies and tactics for the customer-centric internationalization of products and services from SMEs and large companies facing the new complex challenges of globalization (digitization, ethics, sustainability, higher competitiveness, and new business models).
Internationalization
The MMM brings together a truly multicultural cohort of students from diverse academic, professional and national backgrounds, creating an international learning environment that reflects the realities of global business. The programme is delivered by faculty with extensive international academic and corporate experience, combining strategic, managerial and industry perspectives. Internationalization is further reinforced through global business cases, multicultural teamwork and a compulsory international experience at SDA Bocconi School of Management.
DIGITALIZATION & RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS
Digital transformation, AI applications, customer analytics and omnichannel strategies are integrated throughout the programme. Sustainability and responsible management principles are embedded across marketing, branding and business decision-making, preparing students to navigate increasingly data-driven and socially conscious markets.
CAREER-READY FROM DAY ONE
Applied projects, business simulations, practitioner masterclasses and internships ensure students graduate with hands-on experience in branding, communication, digital marketing and customer experience management. The Final Project connects students directly with real business challenges and professional practice.
STUDENTS’ PROFILE: WHO IS THIS MASTER’S DEGREE IN MARKETING MANAGEMENT FOR?
The Master in Marketing Management is designed for recent graduates and young professionals who, like you, want to build their career in marketing, branding, account management, and business strategy, among other areas, developing the capabilities required to create value, drive growth and make an impact in increasingly international and customer-centric organisations.
The programme is designed for curious, ambitious and commercially minded individuals who are interested in understanding markets, consumer behaviour and how organisations build brands that succeed in competitive environments. Throughout the master's, you will develop a strategic perspective of marketing, combining analytical thinking, creativity and business acumen to transform opportunities into sustainable growth.
Delivered in a fully English-speaking and highly international environment, the programme allows you to learn alongside students from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, preparing you to operate confidently across global markets and multicultural organisations.
This programme is particularly suitable for:
- Recent graduates: looking to specialise in marketing management and build a solid foundation in strategic marketing, branding, customer experience and commercial decision-making.
- Early-career professionals: seeking to accelerate their professional development, broaden their business perspective and gain the practical skills required to progress within marketing, communication, sales or business development functions.
- Internationally oriented professionals: motivated by global business environments and interested in understanding how organisations design and implement marketing strategies across different markets, industries and customer segments.
Applicants typically come from backgrounds such as business, marketing, communication, advertising, economics, media, engineering, international relations, and related disciplines. What they share is not necessarily the same academic background, but a common ambition to understand how brands create value, build meaningful customer relationships, and drive business impact across both B2C and B2B markets.
As the programme is delivered entirely in English, candidates are required to provide an official B2 English certificate or higher (CEFR) as part of the admissions process.
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Objectives Master Degree in Marketing Management
Throughout the programme, you will develop a strategic vision of digital marketing, focused on results and driven by data, while learning how to integrate Artificial Intelligence into decision-making processes to generate measurable business impact.
Understand , the core concepts, models and methods of marketing and brand management, as well as their application in business practice to address real-life issues.
Identify and manage key marketing-related variables to become integrated into corporate goals and short- and long-term strategies.
Design effective marketing and brand strategies that operate successfully in traditional, digitalized and hybrid business environments across different industries and sectors.
Produce, maintain and enhance competitive international marketing plans that contribute to business goals while placing customer-centricity at the core of decision-making.
Develop marketing-related KPIs, monitor their evolution, and use data-driven insights to support informed decision-making and agile corrective actions across local and international environments.
Apply ethical principles when making decisions related to marketing and brand management, while developing the communication, leadership and critical thinking skills required to influence stakeholders and lead organisations effectively.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE AND LEARNING METHODOLOGY
ACADEMIC STRUCTURE
The master’s program combines updated courses with a Master’s Final Project which you will develop throughout the entire program. Each subject addresses key topics with a practical approach: workshops, challenges, digital projects, and the application of tools and strategies in real-world environments.
This module offers an in-depth look at the strategic planning and ethical frameworks essential for responsible business management. It examines the impact of digital technology on corporate operations and stresses the importance of financial knowledge for managerial decision-making within the evolving landscape of modern business.
- Business strategy
- Business Ethics & Sustainability
- Digital Transformation
- Finance for Management
The module enhances analytical and reflective skills, leadership communication, persuasive negotiation abilities, and the art of impactful storytelling and presentations. It aims to develop sharp reasoning, effective leadership dialogue and strategic deal-making.
- Critical Thinking
- Communication & Leadership
- Negotiation
The module delves into understanding market dynamics, fostering creativity for innovative solutions, crafting strategic marketing approaches, and developing strong brand identities. It equips students with the tools to analyze consumer behavior, encourages novel thinking, aligns marketing with business goals, and focuses on building memorable brands.
- Market Research
- Innovation
- Strategic Marketing
- Branding
The module encompasses strategic development of marketing and sales initiatives, practical application through business simulations, management of global operations, and the oversight of commercial activities. It aims to integrate strategic sales planning with hands-on practice, broaden operational perspectives to a global scale, and refine the management of a business's commercial functions.
- Marketing & Sales Planning
- Business Simulation
- International Operations
- Commercial Management
The module focuses on crafting strategies for product positioning and pricing, creating effective communication and promotional plans, leveraging digital channels for inbound marketing, and integrating a seamless omnichannel approach for customer interactions. It aims to balance product value and cost, ensure message consistency across mediums, attract customers through digital content, and provide a unified brand experience across all platforms.
- Product & Pricing Strategy
- Communication Strategy & Promotion
- Inbound & Digital Marketing
- Omnichannel
The module targets the development of strategies to maintain strong customer relationships and deliver exceptional customer experiences, aiming to build loyalty and enhance satisfaction through focused relationship management and customer-centric experience design.
- Customer Relationship Management
- Customer Experience Management
Professional growth is embedded throughout the programme. As part of your learning journey, you will have access to:
- Executive masterclasses
- Industry workshops
- Corporate events
- Career development activities
- Employability training
- Networking opportunities
These initiatives allow you to personalise your professional development while expanding your network and strengthening your career prospects.
As the culmination of the programme, you will develop a comprehensive international marketing plan that allows you to apply everything you have learned throughout the master’s.
You will integrate consumer insights, marketing strategy, brand communications and data to solve a real business challenge, demonstrating your ability to design, execute and lead initiatives that generate measurable business impact.
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