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Aspire Programmes

Global Skill Certification

AI · Cyber Security · FinTech · Digital Transformation

Aspire programmeProfessional certificate4 specialisations
LevelProfessional certificate
Credits4 specialisations
DurationOn-Campus 1–3 months · Hybrid 1–3 months
Study modeOn-Campus (Barcelona) or Hybrid
Awarded byAspire Business School (Spain)

Overview

The Global Skill Certification is an Aspire Business School Barcelona programme, awarded by Aspire Business School (Spain).

Every Aspire student enrols directly with Aspire. Learners begin with an Ofqual-regulated British diploma and progress to a European degree from eie European Business School or a British degree from Arden University, UK — completing every stage at Aspire, taught by Aspire faculty on the Aspire learning system, in one of two study modes, On-Campus or Hybrid. One institution, one standard, from first day to graduation.

All programmes: taught in English · On-Campus (Barcelona) or Hybrid · three intakes a year — September, January & May · every learner also earns a Global Skill Certificate from Aspire (Triple-Certification Advantage).

Specialisations

AI

Global Skill Certification · Aspire Business School (Spain)

Cyber Security

Global Skill Certification · Aspire Business School (Spain)

FinTech

Global Skill Certification · Aspire Business School (Spain)

Digital Transformation

Global Skill Certification · Aspire Business School (Spain)

Study modes & duration

On-Campus @ Barcelona

Duration1–3 monthsFull-time study in the heart of Barcelona with the complete European student experience — with student visa and residency guidance.

Aspire Hybrid

Duration1–3 monthsStudy from home on the Aspire learning system, with bootcamps and meetups at your nearest Hybrid Hub and the option to transfer to Barcelona, Malta or the UK.
IntakesSeptemberJanuaryMay
LanguageTaught in English
Credit note2 UK credits = 1 ECTS

Credit note: 2 UK credits = 1 ECTS credit. Module titles are indicative and follow the current specification of each awarding body.

Triple certification

Every Aspire student — whether studying On-Campus in Barcelona or through Aspire Hybrid — graduates with three powerful credentials that together prove academic achievement, international recognition and job-ready skills.

British Diploma

OTHM, UK — An Ofqual-regulated British diploma from OTHM Qualifications, recognised by universities and employers worldwide and forming the academic foundation of your degree pathway.

British or European Degree

eie · Arden University — Progress to a full degree: a European degree from eie European Business School, Malta — an MFHEA-licensed institution — or a British degree from Arden University, UK (via OTHM pathway).

Global Skill Certificate

Aspire — A job-ready professional certificate from Aspire in a high-demand area such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, FinTech, Digital Marketing or Project Management — proving to employers that you can apply your knowledge from day one.

British Diploma + British or European Degree + Global Skill Certificate · The Triple-Certification Advantage

Entry requirements

Open to learners at every career stage — ask an Aspire advisor which certification fits your goals.
English Language
IELTS 5.5 (undergraduate) / 6.0 (postgraduate) or equivalent, or the Aspire English assessment

Entry requirements are indicative. Final eligibility is confirmed by the Aspire admissions team in line with the requirements of each awarding body.

How to apply

Applying to Aspire is simple, guided and personal. Our admissions team supports you at every step, from discovering the right programme to receiving your offer and starting your journey. Intakes: September · January · May.

01

Take the AI Talent Test

Start with the Aspire AI Talent Test, a short online assessment that looks at your strengths, interests, experience and career goals.
· Discover the programmes and specialisations that suit you best
· Receive a personalised recommendation, reviewed with an Aspire advisor

02

Review the Eligibility Criteria

Check the typical entry requirements for your chosen level.

03

Choose Your Study Mode


· On-Campus @ Barcelona — full immersion in Europe, with student visa and residency guidance
· Aspire Hybrid — study from home with your nearest Hybrid Hub, with the option to transfer to Barcelona, Malta or the UK

04

Apply


· Submit your online application with passport, academic certificates and transcripts, CV, English proof and a photograph
· Receive your offer letter after the admissions review
· Confirm your place and enrol; On-Campus students then begin the visa process

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