International Pre-Master
This year is only designed for students with a 2- or 3-year bachelor’s degree and no work experience.
Visit now the admissions page for the most up-to-date information on eligibility criteria.
During the International Pre-Master program, you’ll build a strong foundation in management, finance, marketing, human resources, strategy, business analytics, and key languages.
MSc Digital Transformation & AI
The Master of Science in Digital Transformation & AI follows the new business paradigm, placing AI-driven strategies and data analytics at the core of business innovation. The course takes place over three terms, equipping students with the skills to lead AI transformations across industries.
• Terms 1 and 2: You will explore concepts such as generative AI, foundation models, no-code platforms, AI ethics, data governance, and agile transformation, using advanced tools like Microsoft Azure, Tableau, and prompt engineering. You will also work on a Company Consulting Project to apply your knowledge in real-life business scenarios and participate in a Learning Trip to Toulouse for a Hackathon focused on generative AI solutions.
• Term 3: You will prepare a Master’s Dissertation on a current AI or digital transformation issue and undertake a 4-to-6-month internship in a top national or international company.
Embedded in the program course, you will benefit from the Soft Skills Certificate and our Optional Language Course.
*Non-contractual information. Courses are subject to change every academic year.
This academic block of the MSc Digital Transformation & AI program is divided into 10 academic units, designed to provide you with robust fundamentals in high-demand AI and digital transformation industries.
U1. Digital Technologies & AI (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Explore the foundations of generative AI, low-code/no-code platforms, and practical tools to build AI-powered solutions. Learn how to prototype and implement AI technologies to support digital transformation.
U2. AI-Driven Business Strategy (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Understand how AI enables new business models, platform ecosystems, and data-driven decision-making. Learn to align AI strategies with organizational goals to create value and drive innovation.
U3. AI Governance (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Dive into the ethical, societal, and legal implications of AI. Topics include fairness, explainability, and compliance with the EU AI Act, providing a framework for responsible AI use.
U4. Customer Intelligence (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Analyze how AI enhances personalization, web and social media analytics, and the use of synthetic data. Understand how to optimize customer experiences using advanced AI techniques.
U5. Research Methods (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Gain methodological tools for academic and applied research in the fields of digital transformation and AI, supporting the development of your final capstone project.
U6. Digital Transformation (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Learn how to manage digital change through agile project management, Green IT practices, and organizational readiness frameworks to drive sustainable innovation.
U7. Data and Scalable Systems (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Master technical and analytical tools such as causal inference, cloud-based AI systems, and data visualization to manage large-scale data projects efficiently.
U8. Emerging Trends and Future Frontiers (6 ECTS, 45 hours)
Explore the next wave of digital innovation through topics like quantum computing, AI for sustainability, and human-AI collaboration in the workplace.
U9. Capstone Project
Apply your learning in a hands-on consulting project focused on the deployment of AI in business contexts. These real-world projects provide practical experience with generative models, data strategies, and digital transformation frameworks – essential for demonstrating strategic impact to future employers.
Under academic supervision, students work with partner companies to solve concrete challenges and deliver actionable solutions. Past partners include Airbus, EY, Thalès, Continental, and more.
U10. Company Consulting Mission (SESAME, 4 ECTS)
Become a consultant during a two-week, real-life consultancy assignment. A TBS Education partner company will submit a topical strategic issue related to AI or digital transformation. With support from TBS Education professors, you will analyze the company’s competitive position and propose strategic and operational recommendations. Examples of past TBS Education partner companies include:
Participate in an immersive three-day learning journey in Toulouse, collaborating in a dynamic Hackathon organized with the TBS Center of Excellence on AI, led by Professor Kevin Carillo. Work alongside MSc Data Science & AI students to develop innovative generative AI solutions for real-world business challenges, gaining hands-on exposure to AI-driven innovation.
Gain practical insights into AI and digital transformation strategies through visits to leading international companies, aligned with the program’s modules and projects.
Companies visited during previous academic years include:
The students will also visit:
Through strategic partnerships, engage in courses and projects addressing real-world AI and digital transformation challenges. Past collaborations include:
Prepare for two prestigious certifications, with TBS Education covering the cost of learning platforms and exams:
Develop management and leadership skills critical for AI and digital transformation careers. Designed by 26 professors and leadership professionals in collaboration with TBS Education Career Service, this certificate covers:
Management & Leadership Skills
In this subject, you will acquire 9 key skills to lead teams and manage your professional career:
Personal Skills
Leadership & Management
Relational Impact
Career Agility
This subject, run by TBS Career Service, will help you reveal your talent and make choices in line with your deep aspirations.
Over the course of several lectures, workshops, individual tests, and coaching sessions, a specialist will support you from the start and help you find the right internship or job.
Write an individual dissertation on a current issue in AI or digital transformation, from an academic or professional perspective. The dissertation should demonstrate:
Submitting a suitable master’s thesis is a compulsory requirement for graduation.
Make the most of your time in Barcelona by learning Spanish. We offer you the opportunity to take a 40-hour language course for beginners, included in the master’s tuition fee.
If you are planning to undertake your internship in Spain, speaking Spanish would be a highly valuable asset as most of the companies would expect you to be fluent in this language. That is why we encourage you to benefit from this opportunity.
The course’s timetable is embedded in your MSc Digital Transformation and AI so that you can combine it with the program’s classes and activities. However, it does not provide you with ECTS credits.
*Please, consider that we require a minimum of 8 students registered to offer each language course.
You will have the chance to work as an intern at a national or international company over a 4-to-6-month period. This internship is a mandatory condition for graduation in any of our MSc programs: MSc Fashion & Luxury Marketing, MSc Sustainable Financial Management with Daya Analytics, MSc Digital Marketing and Analytics, MSc Brand Management and Analytics, MSc International Business, and MSc Digital Transformation and AI.
TBS Career Service will help you develop your skills and provide you with the professional tools you need to find the best internship to fit your career goals. You will also be provided with personalized coaching to get the most out of your internship experience.
Take into account that finding an internship can be a complex exercise that requires perseverance, autonomy, and initiative. This individual project will allow you to boost your employability and becomes an essential part of the MSc Digital Transformation & Business Innovation program.
For holders of a 3-year bachelor’s degree:
*Private degrees, also known as in-house degrees
For holders of a 4-year bachelor’s degree:
The academic regulations outline the rules and requirements that students must adhere to in order to successfully complete their academic program. These regulations are established by TBS Education to ensure consistency, fairness, and quality in the academic process.
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