ESAN Graduate School Of Business

What ESAN Graduate School Of Business does

ESAN Graduate School of Business is a private non-profit graduate business school headquartered in Lima, Peru, founded in 1963 under a US–Peru agreement and implemented with Stanford Graduate School of Business support. It is recognized as the first Spanish-language graduate business school globally and serves working professionals, corporate-sponsored cohorts, and public-sector clients through MBA, specialized masters, doctoral, and executive education programs. The portfolio is organized across multiple specialized institutes — IDE ESAN (research and consulting), the ESAN School of Government, Business Law, and the Center for Business Development — with additional sector-specialized offerings in agri-business anchored by alliances with Peruvian industry associations such as ProHass and ProAråndanos.

The business model is tuition-driven across degree programs (MBA, masters, doctorate) plus non-degree revenue from executive education, custom corporate programs, and consulting routed through IDE ESAN. Pricing is selectively published (e.g., a "Discover China" short program disclosed around USD 4,900), while full degree tuition is not publicly itemized. Distribution runs through a 501–1,000 employee organization operating from the Lima campus, supported by a network of 90+ international partner schools and EMBA consortium participation that enable student exchange, double-degree pathways, and, as of 2025, an International MBA delivered in English.

ESAN holds triple-crown international accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, BGA) and Peruvian Sunedu licensing, and consistently ranks #1 in Peru across MBA-focused rankings such as América Economía and Eduniversal. Technology footprint is conventional for a higher-education institution — learning management, custom corporate program delivery, and a growing but content-led AI/analytics layer in the marketing and digital innovation masters — without evidence of proprietary AI products or platforms.

Name

ESAN Graduate School Of Business

Legal name

Universidad ESAN

Website

https://esan.edu.pe

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

ESAN is a Lima-based private non-profit graduate business school founded in 1963, offering MBA, masters, doctoral, and executive education programs to Peruvian and international working professionals, corporate clients, and public-sector organizations through multiple specialized institutes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Graduate Business Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online Professional Schools (MBA/MPA/MPH/Etc.) (EDAHALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Executive Education & Corporate Programs (Non-degree) (EDAHAHAN), Online Nonprofit Universities (EDAHALAK), Finance, Banking & Capital Markets (EDAAAPAG)

Keywords

• Graduate business education
• Executive education programs
• MBA degree programs
• Corporate executive training
• Specialized master's degrees

Headquarters

HQ city

Lima

HQ country

Peru

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Graduate Degree Programs: Revenue from MBA, specialized master's degrees, and doctoral programs. Programs are offered in various modalities including in-person, semi-presential, and online formats with varying tuition structures.
2. Executive Education: Customized corporate training programs for businesses and government entities delivered through ESAN to Business (E2B) division and specialized institutes including IDE ESAN.
3. Open Enrollment Programs: Short programs including diplomas, certificates, quick learning courses, workshops, and seminars for professional development.
4. International Programs: Revenue from international programs including the Discover China study trip and international week experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ESAN Graduate School of Business delivers graduate-level business education through MBA programs, specialized master's degrees, doctoral programs, and executive education offered in in-person, semi-presential, and online modalities. The institution also provides customized corporate training through its ESAN to Business (E2B) division and serves public sector clients through the ESAN School of Government, targeting both individual professionals and organizational clients in Peru and the broader Latin American region.

Product overview

ESAN Graduate School of Business is Peru's premier business school offering a comprehensive portfolio of graduate and executive education programs. The core offerings include the flagship MBA (ranked #1 in Peru, #6 in Latin America by QS), Specialized Master's programs, Executive Education (PADE, PAE, and Diplomas), and Doctoral programs. The institution operates several specialized institutes including the IDE ESAN (Instituto de Desarrollo Económico) for economic development training, ESAN School of Government for public sector education, and ESAN Ediciones for academic publishing. Additional offerings include the Convention & Sport Center, the Alumni network, and corporate solutions through ESAN to Business (E2B). The school has launched a new International MBA (IMBA) program delivered entirely in English, and has expanded its doctoral offerings with new in-person and semi-presential modalities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MBA - Maestría en Administración The flagship Master of Business Administration program, recognized as #1 in Peru and #6 in Latin America by QS Global MBA Rankings 2026. Designed for mid-career to senior professionals seeking advanced management education and leadership development.
• Maestrías Especializadas (Specialized Master's Programs) Specialized Master's programs covering functional areas including Finance, Marketing, Public Management, Health Services Management, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, and Supply Chain Management. Designed for professionals seeking depth in specific business disciplines.
• Educación Ejecutiva (Executive Education) Executive education programs including PADE (Programa de Alta Dirección), PAE (Programa de Alta Especialización), and diploma programs for professional development of working executives and senior professionals.
• Doctorado (Doctoral Programs) Doctoral programs in Administration Sciences and Business Administration, offered in both in-person and semi-presential modalities, targeting senior professionals pursuing academic and research careers.
• E2B - ESAN to Business (Corporate Solutions) Corporate solutions and customized executive education programs for businesses and government organizations, delivered through a dedicated corporate sales division that tailors curricula to client-specific needs.
• International MBA (IMBA) International MBA program delivered entirely in English with participation of professors from top universities worldwide and a mix of local and international students, targeting professionals seeking a globally-oriented MBA experience.
• ESAN School of Government Specialized institute focused on public administration and governance training, positioned as the first alternative for training public sector management specialists in Peru, serving government professionals and institutions.
• ESAN Business Law Specialized division providing programs and research in business and corporate law, serving legal professionals and corporate counsel.
• IDE ESAN - Instituto de Desarrollo Económico Economic development institute offering specialized diplomas, programs and courses focused on business management and sector-specific training in agroindustry, mining, agriculture, fishing, and rural development.
• Discover China International Program 11-day international study trip including academic visits, business conferences, and cultural activities in China, priced at USD 4,900, designed for MBA and master's students seeking international exposure.

Quantifiable outcome

• QS Global MBA Rankings 2026: #1 Peru, #6 Latin America
• +4 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Pro Hass (Asociación de Productores y Exportadores de Palta Hass del Perú)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Strategic alliance between ESAN and Pro Hass to strengthen Peru's position as global leader in Hass avocado exports (exceeding USD 800 million annually). Includes 20% discount for Pro Hass members on ESAN agronegocios programs, joint market research, strategic studies, and development of agricultural best practices.
• Pro Arándanos (Asociación de Productores y Exportadores de Arándanos del Perú)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Strategic partnership between ESAN and Pro Arándanos for cooperation in teaching, research, and strategic projects. Aims to promote sustainability and innovation in Peru's blueberry export sector. Includes 20% discount for Pro Arándanos members on ESAN programs.
• 90+ International Business School PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExtensive network of over 90 international partnerships with top business schools worldwide. Includes more than 60 exchange destinations, 9 double-degree opportunities, and membership in EMBA Consortium for Global Business Innovation with 15 universities.
• EMBA Consortium for Global Business InnovationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with 15 universities in the EMBA Consortium enabling collaborative programs, faculty exchange, and shared innovation initiatives for global business education.
• Stanford Graduate School of BusinessmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistorical founding partner - ESAN was established under an agreement between the USA and Peru with implementation by Stanford's business school in 1963, establishing the first Spanish-language graduate business school.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• EGADE Business School (Tecnológico de Monterrey): One of Latin America's leading business schools based in Mexico, offering MBAs and executive education across multiple countries. Competes for regional Latin American MBA students and corporate training contracts alongside ESAN.
• PAD Escuela de Dirección (Universidad de Piura): Direct domestic competitor operating a graduate business school in Peru offering MBA and executive programs. Competes for the same Peruvian working professional and corporate training market as ESAN.
• IAE Business School (Universidad Austral, Argentina): Leading Argentine business school with strong executive education and MBA programs, also AACSB-accredited. Competes with ESAN in QS Latin America rankings and for regional corporate training engagements.
• INCAE Business School: Top-tier Central American/Latin American business school with AACSB accreditation and MBA programs. Competes with ESAN for Latin American executive students and is consistently ranked alongside ESAN in regional MBA rankings.
• CENTRUM PUCP Business School: Direct domestic competitor in Peru, also offering MBA and executive education programs at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. Competes head-to-head for Peruvian executive students and corporate training clients, and is also ranked in QS Latin America.
• Universidad de Chile Business School: Chilean university business school offering MBA and executive programs. Overlaps with ESAN in serving Spanish-speaking South American executives and competing for cross-border corporate training.
• Universidad de los Andes School of Management (Colombia): Premier Colombian business school offering MBA and executive programs, ranked alongside ESAN in QS Latin America. Competes for Andean-region executive students and corporate training clients.
• FGV EAESP (Fundação Getúlio Vargas, Brazil): Top Brazilian business school offering MBA and executive programs, ranked in QS and FT. Competes for the broader Latin American executive student pool alongside ESAN.
• Universidad del Pacífico Business School: Direct domestic competitor in Peru offering MBA and specialized graduate business programs with a strong economics-focused brand. Overlaps with ESAN in target students and corporate training in Lima.

Regional players

• IESA (Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Administración, Venezuela): Established Venezuelan business school offering MBA and executive programs. Comparable in heritage and target market (Latin American executives), though currently constrained by Venezuela's operating environment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/EsanEduPe
• Facebookfacebook.com/esanposgrado
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/esan
• Instagraminstagram.com/esanperu

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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