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Finance

The BSE Finance Summer School covers advanced portfolio management, private equity, and Data Science in Finance, equipping participants with theory and practical skills to apply advanced financial concepts in real-world settings.

Across both courses, the emphasis is on practical, applied learning, guided by expert faculty who blend academic rigor with professional insight. Participants benefit from interactive discussions, hands-on modeling, and exposure to cutting-edge methods, gaining the tools to navigate today’s complex financial landscape with confidence.

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Program dates: July, 2026

Early Bird deadline: April 15, 2026

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Here is a list of Finance courses that will take place during the next edition of BSE Finance Summer School:

Summer School

Finance

Advanced Portfolio Management

July 13-17, 2026

Summer School

Finance

Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

July 13-17, 2026

Is BSE Finance Summer School right for you?

The programs are tailored to:

The courses cater to both Master’s and graduate students in Finance and related subjects
Professionals seeking to deepen or update their expertise in diverse financial domains

Program Director

UPF and BSE

Filippo Ippolito

UPF and BSE

PhD, Saïd Business School (Oxford University)

Why study at BSE?

Top 3 Economic Research Department

Study with professors who produce top-ranking research in their fields.

World-renowned Faculty

Receive the highest quality training, with courses developed with students in mind.

Barcelona

One of Europe’s most popular cities, combine learning with culture for the best learning experience.

Why should you attend BSE Summer School?

All BSE Summer courses are taught to the same high standard as our Master’s programs.

1

Network with like-minded peers from around the world

2

Short courses allow you to learn without a big time commitment

3

Try something new, expand your knowledge and career prospects, and advance your thesis

Admissions Process

Check that you meet the admissions requirements before applying.

Program dates: July, 2026

Early Bird deadline: April 15, 2026

Requirements

Successful candidates will usually demonstrate one or more of the following in an application to our Summer School programs:

A strong background in Economics or a field closely related to the course topic (Statistics, Law, etc.)
Postgraduate degree or current Master’s/PhD studies related to the course topic
Relevant professional experience

Requirements for BSE Finance Summer School

Please check individual course pages for course-specific information

Mix and match your summer courses!

Remember that you can combine Finance Summer School courses with courses in any of the other BSE Summer School programs (schedule permitting). Maximise your learning this summer and take advantage of our multiple-course discount.

FAQ

Here are some of the most common questions asked by our past participants. For any further queries, please contact our Admissions Team.

Can I see the full Summer School calendar?

You can view the full Summer School calendar here.

How much does each Summer School course cost?

Fees for each course may vary. Please consult each course page for accurate information.

Are there any discounts available?

Yes, BSE offers a variety of discounts on its Summer courses. See more information about available discounts or request a personalized discount quote by email.

Can I take more than one course?

Yes! you can combine any of the Summer School courses (schedule permitting). See the full course calendar.

Credit Transfers (ECTS)

To be eligible for credit transfers, students must complete a final project.

Advanced Corporate Finance and Valuation Methods

Students wishing to do a credit transfer will take an exam during the afternoon session on the last day. The exam will consist of general questions covering the basic contents of the course.

Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

Grading will be based on the presentation of business case studies discussed in class.

Large Language Models in Finance

Students will deliver a Short final project one week after the summer school finishes. It will consist in solving a final problem that will include the practical and empirical issues worked in class.

Consult the Summer School Admissions page for more information about this option.