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Master in Finance ISDE – BME

Program director:

Manuel Goudie Pujals – Co-Director
Juan Abascal Castañón – Co-Director

Campus:

Madrid

Date:

September

LANGUAGE:

Inglés

ACADEMIC STAY:

Miami

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Digital finance and sport are redefining the future—master them with legal and strategic expertise.

The Master in Finance and Specialization in Digital Finance, Taxation and Sports Industry at ISDE is designed to educate the professionals who will lead at the intersection of digital finance, international taxation, and the sports industry—three sectors undergoing rapid transformation. This pioneering program prepares you to master the legal and financial frameworks governing operations in digital environments, the tax management of companies and athletes, and the financing of projects within the sports sector.

With a strongly practice-oriented approach and a faculty made up of active professionals from leading financial services firms, specialized law firms, and sports clubs, you will acquire the tools needed to advise on financing transactions, international tax planning, crypto-asset compliance, and the management of sponsorships and image rights in sport. In addition, the program addresses key topics such as fintech regulation, eSports taxation, the tokenization of sports assets, and how companies can adapt to new European regulations on tax transparency and sustainability. Are you ready to become the strategic advisor that companies, athletes, and digital platforms need to succeed in a global, technology-driven market?

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Introduction and objectives

This program is designed to provide a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of global financial markets, corporate finance, and investment strategies. Throughout the curriculum, students will gain essential knowledge of taxation principles — including international and sports taxation — and develop advanced skills in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital finance applications. 

Participants will also explore the economic dynamics of the sports, media, and gaming industries, building a strategic vision of emerging trends such as esports, digital entertainment, and gaming economies. The program equips students to master financial management, sponsorships, and asset valuation within the sports and entertainment sectors, while delving into cutting-edge topics like cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and fintech innovation. 

Combining academic rigor with practical experience, the program includes a 3–6-month professional internship and an international academic stay at a leading U.S. university. This unique blend prepares graduates to excel in fields such as corporate finance, sports finance, digital banking, or private equity, positioning them to thrive in a global, competitive landscape. 

Structure, location and calendar

The program is designed for graduate students with strong business administration and/or finance backgrounds (*). It is composed of a “Core Finance Module” and a mandatory specialization module covering Finance in the Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming (SEG) Industries; Digital Finance, and Taxation.

The Core Module will cover all the different fields in the world of Finance, from Corporate Finance, to Portfolio Management, Private Banking and Wealth Management with over 300 practical classroom hours.

The Specialization Module will have 150 lecture hours in total, with 70 hours spent on the SEG industries, and 40 hours respectively to the other two specialization areas.

At the end of the lecture part of the program, the students are required to complete a 3/6 months internship and an one week international stay at a leading university in the areas covered in the program.

(*) For student lacking adequate business administration and/or finance backgrounds, a 30 hours Foundation/Introductory course, covering basic accounting, finance, statistics topics will be offered to enable them to achieve the minimum level required to enroll in the program.

Location: ISDE MADRID

Schedule: The lecture part of the program will begin in September and last until July 2027. After that, students will complete their mandatory internships and the one week international stay. At the same time, during this period, students will also complete and defend their Final Project

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program will be prepared to develop their careers in a wide range of high-demand sectors, including: 

  • Corporate Finance and Investment Banking
    (Financial institutions, mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, hedge funds) 
  • Fintech and Digital Banking
    (AI-driven finance, blockchain applications, cryptocurrencies) 
  • Taxation and Consulting
    (International taxation, wealth management, sports taxation) 
  • Sports Finance and Investments
    (Financial organizations and advisors within the sports industry) 
  • Entertainment and Gaming Finance
    (Streaming platforms, media companies, eSports organizations) 
  • Sponsorship and Revenue Strategy
    (Marketing finance, brand partnerships) 

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

CORE – 320 Hrs

1. International Finance & Global Markets – 70,0 Hrs
  • Global financial markets and institutions

  • Foreign exchange markets and currency risk management

  • International capital markets and instruments

  • Cross-border investment strategies

  • Hedging techniques for multinational corporations

2. Financial Accounting & Reporting – 20,0 Hrs
  • Financial statement analysis

  • Performance measurement and benchmarking

  • Accounting for mergers and acquisitions

  • Sustainability reporting in finance

3. Quantitative Methods for Finance – 20,0 Hrs
  • Financial modeling and data analytics

  • Risk assessment and management

  • Other models

4. Economics for Financial Decision-Making – 20,0 Hrs
  • Macroeconomic principles and policies

  • Global economic trends and their impact on financial markets

  • Behavioral economics and decision-making

  • Game theory in finance

  • Economic policy and financial regulation

5. Advanced Corporate Finance – 100,0 Hrs
  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Advanced valuation techniques

  • Leveraged buyouts and private equity

  • Debt (DCM) & Equity Capital Markets (ECM)

  • Project & Real Estate Financing

  • Sales & Trading

  • Financial Distress & Restructuring

  • Corporate Governance & Ethical Considerations

6. Asset Management – 40,0 Hrs
  • Portfolio theory and management

  • Asset allocation strategies

  • Performance evaluation of investment funds

  • Alternative investments (hedge funds, real estate, NPLs)

  • ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing

7. Private Banking & Wealth Management – 50,0 Hrs
  • Wealth management strategies for HNWIs

  • Family Offices

  • Private banking services (estate planning, tax optimization)

  • Player and celebrity advisory services (contracts, endorsements, investments)

  • Risk management for high-net-worth clients

  • Ethical considerations in wealth management


SPECIALIZATION – 150,0 Hrs

1. Taxation – 40,0 Hrs
  • International taxation principles

  • Tax planning for individuals and corporations

  • Transfer pricing and cross-border taxation

  • Tax-efficient investment strategies

2. Sports, Entertainment & Gaming (SEG) – 70,0 Hrs
  • Financial Topics in Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming

  • Marketing and Sponsorship

  • Data Analytics in Sports, Entertainment, and Gaming Finance

3. Digital Finance – 40,0 Hrs
  • Introduction to Digital Finance

  • Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrencies

  • Fintech and Digital Payment Systems

  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

  • Digital Finance in Practice


  • CORE & SPEC – 470 Hrs
  • INTERNSHIP – 360 Hrs

  • INTERNATIONAL STAY – 25 Hrs

  • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS – 20 Hrs

  • CAPSTONE PROJECT – 60 Hrs

FACULTY

Our faculty is composed of active industry professionals, experienced academics, and specialized independent experts, ensuring that students benefit from a truly practical, real-world learning experience. Most of them are senior finance executives, investment professionals, sports finance specialists, taxation advisors, and digital finance leaders working at top firms and organizations worldwide. 

Beyond teaching, our faculty members mentor students individually and actively help facilitate internships, connecting them to opportunities within their own professional networks. This unique approach ensures that graduates gain cutting-edge industry insights, build strong connections, and acquire valuable hands-on experience — all of which prepare them for successful, impactful careers in global finance and specialized sectors. 

 

  • Calle Herranz, Juan Pablo – Acacia Inversión SGIIC – Senior Portfolio Mgr

  • Enriquez, Jose Ignacio – Futura Capital – Owner & CEO

  • Fernández de Córdova, Gonzalo – MedioBanca – MD – M&A

  • Filoso, Tomás – EBN – CB

  • Garza, Rodrigo – FundSort Bussines – Managing Partner

  • González, Miguel – FCS – Capital Markets – MD

  • Goudie, Manuel

  • Hurtado Coll, Rafael – Allianz Asset Mgmt – CIO

  • Lacalle, Daniel – Alpha Strategy Consulting – CEO

  • Moreno de Alborán, Marta – Hewlett Packard – Head – Southern Europe

  • Ortega Muruzábal, Pablo – EY – Director Tax

  • Pérez de Herrasti, Ignacio – IndoSuez – CA-CIB

  • Piñar Lannes, Jaime – Carlac Capital – Dr – Invest Banking

  • Puente, José Ramón – IndoSuez – Dr – Wealth – Glob Struct

  • Roldán, Alberto – New Growth Capital – Board of directors

  • Sanz Bujanda, David – Bernal & Sanz Bujanda – Tax

  • Santacruz Cano, Javier – Green Agro Energy Projects – CFO

  • Tressis – TBD – Tressis

 

*The faculty is subject to changes.

ACCREDITED DEGREE

Once the corresponding Program has been completed and ISDE has verified that the STUDENT has carried out their work correctly, the STUDENT will receive the corresponding Degree for each PROGRAM.

In compliance with current legislation, and specifically with the provisions of Article 4.4 of Decree 84/2004, it is hereby stated that ISDE programs have a professional orientation and therefore, unless explicitly stated otherwise, they are courses that do not lead to an officially recognized degree, but rather to a proprietary degree issued by ISDE.

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  • The Master in Finance ISDE – BME at ISDE is for you if you have a background in business administration or finance and want to work in corporate finance, investment banking, wealth management or fintech. If you do not have that background, the programme offers a 30-hour introductory course in accounting, finance and statistics to reach the minimum level before you start.

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