ISEP

What ISEP does

ISEP (Instituto Superior de Estudios Psicol gicos, legal entity INSTITUT SUPERIOR D'ESTUDIS PSICOLOGICS S.L.) is a privately held Spanish higher-education institution founded in 1984, headquartered in Barcelona, and owned by the Metrodora Group, a diversified Spanish educational conglomerate. The company delivers more than thirty specialized master's programs and continuing-education courses across four vertical areas: clinical and organizational psychology, education (including neuroeducation and learning difficulties), speech therapy/logopedia, and neurosciences (including clinical neuropsychology and neurorehabilitation). Its primary customers are working professionals - psychologists, educators, speech therapists, and clinicians - seeking post-graduate specialization, although the newly launched Neuromanagement master opens a secondary corporate/HR segment.

The operating model combines three physical campuses (Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia) with a Moodle-based virtual campus (campus.isep.es) offering online and hybrid 'At Home' modalities. Underlying technology is standard educational infrastructure (Moodle LMS with multilingual interface in Spanish, Catalan, English, and Portuguese) rather than proprietary platform technology. ISEP differentiates through long-tenured brand reputation (40+ years), faculty composed of active practitioners (including association presidents and clinical-center directors), ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management across all campuses and online divisions, and formal endorsements from professional bodies such as AMNP and AMM. A proprietary publishing division (ISEP Publicaciones, with ISEP Acad mica, ISEP Textos, ISEP Intervenci n imprints and the digital Revista Bienestar) generates ancillary content revenue and supports clinical placement via ISEP Cl nic.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition for master's programs (annual billing, quoted per program, with scholarships of up to 30%), supplemented by one-time publication sales from ISEP Publicaciones, recurring continuous-education course fees (expert courses, clinical sessions), and one-time international summer-campus enrollments. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Distribution relies on content marketing (a 68-page blog), events and clinical sessions, paid social and scholarship campaigns, and direct phone/inquiry-based sales. Recent strategic emphasis has been on new program launches (Neuromanagement in 2026, Mediaci n y Resoluci n de Conflictos with AMM in 2026), formal credentialing via double-degree agreements with Universidad EUNEIZ, and expansion of the international summer campus.

Name

ISEP

Legal name

INSTITUT SUPERIOR D'ESTUDIS PSICOLOGICS S.L.

Website

https://isep.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

ISEP (Instituto Superior de Estudios Psicol gicos) is a Spanish private post-graduate education institution, founded 1984 and owned by the Metrodora Group, delivering 30+ specialized master's programs and continuing education in clinical psychology, neurosciences, education, and speech therapy to working professionals across three Spanish campuses and online.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Master's Programs: Primary revenue stream from specialized master's programs in Clinical Psychology, Education, Speech Therapy, Neurosciences, and Organizational Psychology. Programs delivered in-person, online, or hybrid (At Home) modalities.
2. Publications and Editorial: Sale of specialized academic texts and thesis collections from ISEP Publicaciones I+D editorial division, including practical works for clinical and educational professionals.
3. Continuous Education: Expert courses, clinical sessions, and ongoing professional development programs for alumni and professionals in psychology, education, and healthcare sectors.
4. International Campus Programs: Summer international campus programs combining in-person (Madrid) and At Home modalities, generating revenue from enrollment fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ISEP is a private Spanish higher education institution that sells specialized postgraduate master's programs, specialist courses, and continuing education in clinical psychology, neuroscience, education, and speech therapy (logopedia), delivered in-person at three campuses (Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia) and via online and hybrid At Home modalities. It also operates ISEP Publicaciones, an in-house editorial division producing specialized academic texts for professionals, and ISEP Clínic, which delivers clinical services in psychology, neuropsychology, speech therapy, and rehabilitation.

Product overview

ISEP (Instituto Superior de Estudios Psicológicos) is a specialized higher education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of master's programs and continuing education in four core areas: Psychology (Clinical Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Sports Psychology, Forensic Psychology), Education (Neuroeducation, Learning Difficulties, Special Education), Logopedia/Speech Therapy (Clinical Speech Therapy, Myofunctional Therapy, Language Pathology), and Neurosciences (Clinical Neuropsychology, Neurorehabilitation, Neurodevelopmental Disorders). The institution operates through a multi-modal delivery system combining in-person instruction at campuses in Barcelona, Madrid, and Valencia with an online learning management system (Campus Virtual) powered by Moodle. The portfolio includes approximately 30+ master's programs, expert courses, clinical sessions, and publications (ISEP Publicaciones including ISEP Académica, ISEP Textos, ISEP Intervención, plus the digital magazine Revista Bienestar). The institution also provides clinical services through ISEP Clínic and international programs through Campus Internacional. ISEP maintains quality certification under ISO 9001:2015 and offers double degree options through partnership with Universidad EUNEIZ.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ISEP Publicaciones: Publishing division of ISEP that publishes specialized texts for professionals in education and clinical fields.
• ISEP Académica
• ISEP Textos
• ISEP Intervención

Products and services

• Master in Clinical Psychology (Máster en Psicología Clínica) Master's-level program in clinical psychology covering specializations including sports psychology, forensic psychology, child and adolescent clinical psychology, and couple therapy, offered in-person, online, and At Home modalities.
• Master in Clinical Neuropsychology (Máster en Neuropsicología Clínica) Master's program focused on clinical neuropsychology, providing knowledge and treatment guidelines for cognitive stimulation from a strengths-based perspective.
• Master in Neuroeducation and Capability Optimization (Máster en Neuroeducación y Optimización de Capacidades) Master's program recognized by the Asociación Madrileña de Neuropsicología and Asociación Aragonesa de Neuropsicología, focusing on cognitive stimulation from a strengths-based perspective in neuroeducation.
• Master in Integral Neurorehabilitation (Máster en Neurorrehabilitación Integral) Comprehensive neurorehabilitation master's program with a holistic and transdisciplinary approach integrating neuropsychology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and psychology, recognized by the Asociación Madrileña de Neuropsicología (AMNP) and eligible for a double degree through Universidad EUNEIZ.
• Master in Language and Speech Pathologies (Máster en Patologías del Lenguaje y el Habla) Master's program ranked among the top 5 in Spain by El Mundo's ranking of 250 best master's programs, focusing on assessment and treatment of language and speech pathologies.
• Master in Clinical Speech Therapy (Máster en Logopedia Clínica) Master's program in clinical speech therapy addressing neurological damage in adults and child neurodevelopment.
• Master in Art Therapy (Máster en Arteterapia) Master's program in art therapy using artistic and creative methods for therapeutic intervention.
• Master in Clinical Sexology and Couples Therapy (Máster en Sexología Clínica y Terapia de Parejas) Master's program in clinical sexology and couples therapy addressing sexual health and relationship issues.
• Master in Neuromanagement (Máster en Neuromanagement: Neurociencia aplicada al liderazgo y el bienestar organizacional) New master's program applying neuroscience to leadership and organizational well-being, covering neuroliderazgo, neurocomunicación, neurotalento, corporate wellness, organizational transformation, and business strategy.
• Master in Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Máster en Trastornos del Neurodesarrollo) Master's program focused on neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorder (TEA), ADHD, and high abilities.
• Master in Music Therapy (Máster en Musicoterapia) Master's program in music therapy using music elements (sound, rhythm, melody, silence, harmony) to promote physical, emotional, and mental health.
• Master in Learning Difficulty Intervention (Máster en Intervención en Dificultades del Aprendizaje) Master's program focused on intervention strategies for learning difficulties in educational settings.
• Master in Forensic Psychology (Máster en Psicología Forense) Master's program preparing professionals for forensic psychology practice including expert witness reports and legal proceedings.
• Master in Sports and Physical Activity Psychology (Máster en Psicología del Deporte y la Actividad Física) Master's program in sports psychology addressing athletic performance, coaching, and physical activity psychology.
• Master in Myofunctional Therapy (Máster en Terapia Miofuncional) Master's program in myofunctional therapy for orofacial and speech-related disorders.
• Specialist in Violence Psychology (Especialista en Psicología de la Violencia) Specialist course for clinical psychologists addressing violence-related clinical and intervention topics, listed under the Psicología Clínica master category at ISEP.
• Specialist in Advanced Clinical Neuropsychology and Mental Health (Especialista en Neuropsicología Clínica Avanzada y Salud Mental) Specialist course in advanced clinical neuropsychology and mental health, listed under the Neurociencias category at ISEP.
• Mediation and Conflict Resolution Course (Curso de Mediación y Resolución de Conflictos) New specialized course developed in collaboration with the Asociación Madrileña de Mediación (AMM) providing professional training in conflict management and resolution.
• ISEP Publicaciones (ISEP Publicaciones: ISEP Académica, ISEP Textos, ISEP Intervención) Publishing division that produces specialized academic texts, practical works, and thesis collections for psychology and education professionals across the ISEP Académica, ISEP Textos, and ISEP Intervención collections.
• ISEP Clínic (ISEP Clínic) Clinical services brand providing psychological care, neuropsychological assessment, speech therapy, and rehabilitation services at ISEP centers, used both as a service to clients and as a clinical placement network for students.
• International Campus ISEP (Campus Internacional ISEP) International campus programs including summer programs in Madrid (e.g., July 6 2026), offered in both in-person and At Home modalities for cross-cultural professional development.
• ISEP Emprende (ISEP EMPRENDE) Entrepreneurship program under ISEP Formación Continua supporting students in developing private professional practice, business skills, and clinical practice launch.
• Continuing Education (Formación Continua) Ongoing professional development offerings under ISEP Formación Continua including clinical sessions (Sesiones Clínicas), expert courses (Cursos de Experto), international campus programs, and the ISEP Emprende entrepreneurship initiative, available to alumni and practicing professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 5 ranking in Spain for Master in Pathologies of Language and Speech (El Mundo)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Asociación Madrileña de Mediación (AMM)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Collaboration with the Madrid Mediation Association to develop the Mediation and Conflict Resolution course, providing specialized professional training in conflict management. The partnership brings industry expertise to ISEP's continuing education offerings.
• Universidad EUNEIZcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024ISEP and Universidad EUNEIZ (private university recognized by Basque Parliament Law 8/2021) signed a collaboration agreement to offer double degrees to students. The partnership enables ISEP students to obtain dual credentials from both institutions, combining ISEP's specialized training in psychology, neuropsychology, education, and speech therapy with EUNEIZ's university accreditation. Currently available for the Master in Neurorrehabilitation Integral in Madrid, with potential for expansion to other programs.
• Asociación Madrileña de Neuropsicología (AMNP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMNP has granted recognition of professional interest to ISEP's Master in Neurorrehabilitation Integral. This association endorsement validates the program's quality and relevance for neuropsychology professionals in Madrid, enhancing ISEP's credibility in the neuroscience training space.
• FIVAN Foundation (Valencia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFIVAN Center for Neurological Rehabilitation in Valencia collaborates with ISEP through its director Javier Chirivella, who co-directs the Neurorrehabilitation program. The partnership provides clinical expertise and practical training connections for students.
• Centro de Atención Integral Polibea SurminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Centro de Atención Integral para personas con daño cerebral Polibea Sur, directed by Olga García Sánchez, collaborates with ISEP through its director who co-directs the Neurorrehabilitation and Neuroscience master's programs in Madrid, providing clinical training perspective.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CESIF (Centro de Estudios Superiores de la Industria Farmacéutica): Madrid-based specialized postgraduate training provider in pharma, biotech, and health sciences. It is a sister company within the Metrodora Group, sharing ownership, data, and operating services with ISEP, and runs an analogous model of in-person + online cohort programs for working professionals.
• Centro de Estudios Financieros (CEF): Long-established Spanish private institution offering specialized master's and continuing education across business, law, and health. It mirrors ISEP's model of multi-vertical specialized postgraduate programs delivered in-person and online to working professionals.
• ESIC Business & Marketing School: Spanish private business school with a long-running portfolio of specialized master's programs and executive education delivered in-person and online. Comparable to ISEP in pedagogical approach (active-practitioner faculty, case-based learning) and in serving working professionals seeking postgraduate credentials.
• OBS Business School: Online-first Spanish business school under the Planeta Formación y Universidades group offering specialized master's and continuing education. Directly comparable to ISEP in its reliance on online delivery, multi-country Spanish-speaking recruitment, and postgraduate professional positioning.

Broad incumbents

• UNIR (Universidad Internacional de La Rioja): Large Spanish online university offering official degrees including psychology and education, with much broader scope and scale than ISEP. Competes for the same pool of working professionals pursuing online postgraduate credentials in psychology and education.
• Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC): Public online university with official graduate programs in psychology, education, and health sciences. Overlaps with ISEP's online master's audience and benefits from public-university credentialing, posing a structural threat to ISEP's specialization premium.
• Universidad Europea: Large private university with health sciences, psychology, and education faculties plus online programs. Overlaps with ISEP in psychology, speech therapy, and education postgraduate offerings, with significantly larger scale and brand recognition.
• IE University: Large private Spanish university with executive education and online master's programs reaching a similar professional audience. Competes for the high-end postgraduate learner and B2B training budgets that ISEP targets in the corporate/organizational segment.

Regional players

• IFP (Institut de Formation Psychologique): France-based institute offering specialized training in clinical psychology and psychotherapy. Closely comparable to ISEP in vertical focus (psychology-led training for practicing professionals) and cohort-based pedagogy, but operates in the French market.

Others

• Fisiofocus: Specialized health training provider in physiotherapy and related disciplines, also part of the Metrodora Group. Adjacent to ISEP through shared ownership and complementary health-sciences curriculum.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

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