Why Albert School’s new campus in Madrid is the perfect start for future business leaders

Albert School lands in Madrid: education in Europe’s startup capital

In September 2025, Albert School opens its first Spanish campus in Madrid, placing students at the epicenter of one of Europe’s most vibrant startup ecosystems.

Albert’s model, an innovative blend of business fluency, technical skills, and hands-on learning, is perfectly matched to a city where entrepreneurship, digital innovation, and global vision meet.

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Leading the launch in Spain

The Madrid campus will be led by Anna López Estela, General Manager of Albert School Spain. With prior experience at Amazon and Alten, Anna brings a deep understanding of international business and innovation. She now heads the development of Albert School in Spain, with the mission to prepare a new generation of data-driven professionals in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

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Why Madrid?

Madrid is more than culture and sunshine, it’s a rising business capital:

• 3,000+ startups, growing at 30% annually
• €775M raised across 128 rounds in 2023
• 48,000+ jobs created in the startup sector
• Core industries: fintech, digital health, e-commerce, smart mobility (think Bnext, Fintonic, Savana, Mediktor, Glovo, Cabify)

This means vibrant entry points for graduates skilled in both strategy and data.

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In the heart of Madrid’s business districts

The new campus at Paseo de la Castellana 93 is strategically located near:

• AZCA — Madrid’s financial center
• Cuatro Torres Business Area — multinational offices and innovation hubs
• Barrio de Salamanca — elite district for global firms and events
• Chamartín — a growing nexus of startups and coworking space

Here, students are fully immersed, from their first day.

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A global, open, human-centered culture

Madrid welcomes students with:

• Flat hierarchies and collaborative environments
• Business conducted in both Spanish and English
• A merit-based culture: what counts is impact, not seniority

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Community & balance

Madrid blends professional life with cultural vibrancy:

• Eclectic events: South Summit, Madrid Tech Show, 4YFN
• Rooftop talks, coworking spaces, hackathons
• Over 300 days of sunshine, rich gastronomy, parks, nightlife
• A city where ambition meets quality of life

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Programs built for tomorrow

Courses at Albert School Madrid include:

Bachelor’s in Business & Strategy
Foundational modules with real-world projects and industry partnerships

International BBA (IBBA)
Global exposure through exchange semesters and multicultural coursework

International Master in Data & Business
Flagship program combining analytics, BI, and strategy. Students work on live case studies and internships with firms like LVMH and Google.

All programs focus on preparing students to think like strategists and work like analysts, ready for real challenges.

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A smooth start for every student

Anna and her team offer dedicated support for students transitioning to Madrid:

• Help with housing, visas, insurance, and daily logistics
• Insider tips for restaurants, cafés, and cultural life
• A welcoming environment for students from across Europe and Latin America

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Madrid, why now?

Albert School’s move into Madrid sends a message:
Education belongs where business takes place.

Here, students access:

• A thriving innovation ecosystem
• A dynamic, multilingual professional culture
• A life balancing ambition with well-being

With the opening of its Madrid campus, Albert School is not just expanding, it’s building a launchpad for the next generation of business and data leaders.

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