Cerem

What Cerem does

Cerem Global Business School is a Madrid-headquartered online business education institution operating under the legal entity Cerem International Business School, S.L. and within the R'Evolution Education Group. Founded in 1977, it serves working professionals and executives primarily across Latin America and Europe, offering a portfolio of postgraduate programs — MBAs (14 months, 72 ECTS credits), Master's degrees (12 months, 60-90 ECTS credits), and diploma programs (4 months, 24-26 ECTS credits) — delivered entirely online through its proprietary CANVAS virtual learning platform. The school ranks #1 in El Mundo's 2025 online education category for companies (jointly with Universidad Complutense de Madrid) and reports a lifetime alumni base exceeding 200,000 across 50+ nationalities and 15+ countries.

Revenue is generated on a direct-to-consumer basis through tuition fees, with quote-based pricing, scholarship programs (Labor Integration, Academic Excellence, Entry, Entrepreneur), and interest-free financing. Programs can be taken with private Cerem certification or as co-titulations (double degrees) with partner universities — Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Universidad Nebrija, and Universidad Guglielmo Marconi (an Italian Ministry of Education-accredited institution). Distribution is digital-only via cerem.es, with academic advisors guiding enrollment, supported by HubSpot/Salesforce CRM and SEO-driven acquisition through SEMrush and Ahrefs. Supplementary revenue/engagement levers include the Comunidad Alumni (mentorship, job portal, webinars, discounts), the Global Business Immersion program in Madrid, and an employer network of 8,000+ internship partners and 2,000+ collaborative corporate agreements.

The company is small (11-50 employees), privately held, ISO 9001:2015 certified (TÜV Rheinland), and GDPR-compliant. Leadership is by Sue Toro (Directora General). No funding rounds are disclosed, suggesting a mature, cash-flow positive operating profile. Core operational scale signals include 70%+ of graduates reporting improved professional position, a 4.7/5 Google Reviews rating, and active association memberships (CLADEA, ANCED, AEEN, AEC). The strategic narrative centers on practical, case-method online executive education with optional university-issued credentials targeting upward-mobile professionals in Spanish-speaking markets.

Name

Cerem

Legal name

Cerem International Business School, S.L.

Website

https://cerem.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cerem Global Business School is a Madrid-based online business school founded in 1977. It delivers MBAs, Master's, and diploma programs to working professionals across Latin America and Europe via its CANVAS virtual campus, ranking #1 in El Mundo's 2025 online education category with 200,000+ alumni.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Business Education (Executive Education)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Business and Secretarial Schools (61141)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International Business & Global Management Schools (EDAHAHAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Professional & Executive Short Courses (Non-Degree, International) (EDAIAIAH), Online Professional Schools (MBA/MPA/MPH/Etc.) (EDAHALAE), Online Graduate Schools (Master’s & Doctoral Programs) (EDAHALAD), International Branch Campus & Offshore Program Partnerships (EDAIABAI)

Keywords

• Online business education
• Executive education programs
• MBA programs
• Postgraduate distance learning
• Master's degree programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Program Fees: Cerem generates revenue through tuition fees for its MBA, Master's, and short programs. Programs are offered at various price points with interest-free financing options available. Scholarship programs are also offered to facilitate access to quality education.
2. Double Degree and University Partnerships: Revenue from co-titulation programs with universities (Nebrija, Complutense, Guglielmo Marconi) where students pay for the full program including university degree.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cerem Global Business School is an online business school that delivers postgraduate education programs — including MBAs, Master's degrees, and Diplomas — to working professionals and executives across Latin America and Europe. Programs are delivered 100% online via the proprietary CANVAS virtual campus and cover specializations in finance, marketing, project management, sustainability, digital transformation, international trade, cybersecurity, healthcare management, and public administration. Optional co-titulation with European universities (Nebrija, Complutense, Guglielmo Marconi) allows students to earn official university degrees alongside Cerem certification.

Product overview

Cerem Global Business School is an online educational institution offering a portfolio of postgraduate programs including MBAs, Master's degrees, and Diplomas across eight academic areas: Management and Human Resources, Finance, International Trade, Sustainability and Environmental Management, Marketing and Communication, Technology, and Logistics. The programs are delivered through the CANVAS Learning Management System as the core academic platform, supplemented by the Portal del Alumno for administrative tasks. The MBA programs (14 months, 72 credits) and Master's programs (12 months, 60 credits) form the core offerings, with shorter diploma programs (4 months, 24-26 credits) providing specialized knowledge. The Global Business Immersion program provides an optional international experience, while the Comunidad Alumni offers ongoing alumni services. Programs are available with private Cerem certification, university-issued proprietary titles, or double degrees with official university credentials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MBA - Máster en Dirección y Administración de Empresas Core MBA program for business direction and administration covering all fundamental management areas, delivered 100% online over 14 months.
• MBA con Especialización en Project Management MBA specializing in project management, teaching PMBOK frameworks from PMI and agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), designed to develop strategic vision and leadership for managing high-impact projects.
• MBA con Especialización en Profesionalización de la Gestión Pública MBA focused on public sector management training leaders to direct government organizations, manage public resources efficiently, and implement sustainable policies in digitized environments.
• MBA con Especialización en Estrategia Digital en Marketing MBA combining business administration with advanced digital marketing knowledge covering e-commerce, SEO, SEM, and data analytics for leading digital transformation projects in global environments.
• MBA con Especialización en Finanzas Internacionales en Mercados Globales MBA program combining business direction with advanced finance, preparing professionals to lead in international scenarios with strategic vision and sustainable responsibility.
• MBA con Especialización en Sostenibilidad Empresarial MBA focused on sustainable business leadership combining company management skills with advanced sustainability competencies including circular economy and ESG strategies.
• MBA con Especialización en Gerencia de Servicios de Salud MBA program specializing in healthcare services management for leadership in health sector organizations.
• MBA con Especialización en Proyectos de la Construcción MBA program combining construction project management with business administration skills.
• MBA con Especialización en Transformación Digital en los Negocios MBA focused on digital transformation for business modernization and technology adoption in organizations.
• MBA con Especialización en IA y Big Data en los Negocios MBA combining artificial intelligence and big data analytics for data-driven business decision making.
• Master en Alta Dirección Internacional Master's program designed to form global leaders with strategic, multidisciplinary, and technological competencies for managing organizations in highly competitive international environments.
• Master en Ciberseguridad y Gestión de Amenazas Digitales Master's program focused on cybersecurity and digital threat management for protecting organizational digital assets.
• Master en Dirección de Logística y Supply Chain Management Master's program for logistics direction and supply chain management covering international logistics and operational efficiency.
• Master en Dirección Financiera Master's program focused on financial direction covering corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial strategy.
• Master en Dirección Comercial y Marketing Master's program for commercial and marketing direction covering sales strategy and marketing management.
• Master en Dirección de Comercio Internacional Master's program focused on international trade direction covering global market entry and export strategies.
• Master Project Management Master's program focused on project management methodologies and professional certification preparation.
• Master en Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada a los Negocios Master's program on artificial intelligence applied to business for strategic decision-making and business automation.
• Master en Negocios Digitales: Tecnologías para la Innovación Empresarial Master's program on digital business and technologies for enterprise innovation and digital transformation.
• Master en Marketing Digital y Comunicación Master's program focused on digital marketing and communication strategies for online brand management.
• Master en Sostenibilidad Empresarial y Gestión Medioambiental Master's program on corporate sustainability and environmental management for developing sustainable business practices.
• Diplomatura en Energías Limpias y Management Diploma program on clean energy and management for sustainable energy transition leadership.
• Diplomatura en Gestión Ambiental y Responsabilidad Social Diploma program on environmental management and social responsibility for sustainable development.
• Diplomatura en Web Analytics e Innovation Management Diploma program on web analytics and innovation management for digital performance optimization.
• Diplomatura en Estrategias Digitales y Emprendimiento Diploma program on digital strategies and entrepreneurship for launching digital ventures.
• Diplomatura en Posicionamiento y Estrategia Global Diploma program on positioning and global strategy for international market expansion.
• Diplomatura en Marketing Comercial y Tendencias Digitales Diploma program on commercial marketing and digital trends for modern marketing professionals.
• Diplomatura en Dirección de Proyectos y Evaluación Financiera Diploma program on project direction and financial evaluation for investment decision-making.
• Diplomatura en Gestión Financiera e Inversión en Proyectos Diploma program on financial management and project investment for capital allocation decisions.
• Diplomatura en Innovación Financiera con Big Data Diploma program on financial innovation with big data for data-driven financial strategies.
• Global Business Immersion International networking experience program in Madrid offering cultural immersion and connection with global business leaders, available as an optional complement to postgraduate programs.
• Comunidad Alumni (Alumni Community) Alumni service offering ongoing professional development, networking opportunities, mentoring, job offers, webinars, and exclusive discounts for former students.
• Scholarship Programs Partial scholarship programs including Labor Integration, Academic Excellence, Entry, and Entrepreneur scholarships for students in Europe and Latin America.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70%+ of graduates improved their professional position
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration25 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Universidad Complutense de MadridcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-titulation partnership for 'Master de Formación Permanente' degrees. Universidad Complutense issues proprietary titles for Cerem programs through this agreement.
• Universidad NebrijacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-titulation for 'Master de Formación Permanente en Dirección y Desarrollo Directivo' through Nebrija's División de Formación Permanente (NFC).
• Universidad Guglielmo Marconi (UniMarconi)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-titulation for official 'Master en Gestión Empresarial Estratégica' degree (Primer Nivel) - an officially accredited title from the Italian Ministry of Education.
• R'Evolution Education GroupcoreOthersCerem is part of R'Evolution Education Group, an innovative ecosystem specialized in transforming institutions to improve access to education. Founded by leaders passionate about education, technology, and personal transformation.
• 8,000+ Partner Companies for InternshipscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver 8,000 companies have signed internship agreements with Cerem over 45+ years, providing students with practical placement opportunities and employment pathways.
• 2,000+ Leading Companies (Collaborative Agreements)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaborative agreements with more than 2,000 leading companies for student placement, employment opportunities, and professional networking.
• CLADEAminorOthersMember of CLADEA (Latin American Council of Management Schools) - prestigious management education association in Latin America.
• ANCEDminorOthersMember of ANCED (Spanish Association of E-learning and Distance Education Centers).
• ANCYPELminorOthersMember of ANCYPEL (National Association of E-learning Providers).
• AEENminorOthersMember of AEEN (Spanish Business Schools Association).

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IMF Smart Education: Spanish online education provider offering Master's, MBAs, and continuing education programs in Spanish with strong Latin American presence. Direct competitor with similar scholarship financing model and online delivery.
• OBS Business School: Online business school within Planeta Formación offering MBAs and Master's in Spanish to Latin American and European professionals. Direct competitor with similar online-only model, double-degree university partnerships, and Spanish-language target market.
• IEBS Digital School: Spanish online business school specializing in digital skills, marketing, and technology MBAs. Competes directly with Cerem in Spanish-language online executive education, with overlapping digital marketing and innovation program offerings.
• ISEAD Business School: Spanish online business school offering MBA and Master's programs targeting Spanish-speaking professionals in Europe and Latin America. Comparable program portfolio and customer profile to Cerem.
• ESIC Business & Marketing School: Established Spanish business school with strong online MBA and Master's programs serving Spanish-speaking markets. Competes with Cerem in marketing, finance, and management specializations with comparable brand recognition in Spain.
• EUDE Business School: Madrid-based business school offering online MBA and Master's programs with Latin American focus. Comparable to Cerem in program offerings, geography, and price-sensitive executive education positioning.
• EAE Business School: Spanish business school offering online MBAs and Master's programs targeting working professionals in Spain and Latin America. Direct competitor with similar program structure, duration, and target audience.

Broad incumbents

• Coursera: Global online education platform offering MBA, Master's, and professional certificates from accredited universities at lower price points. Broader incumbent and potential substitute as employers increasingly accept platform-based credentials.
• IE University: Major Spanish private university with strong online and hybrid MBA programs serving global markets. Significantly larger and better-funded incumbent offering competing executive education programs across multiple geographies and specializations.
• ESADE Business School: Top-ranked Spanish business school offering online executive MBAs and Master's programs with international faculty. Established incumbent competing for the same premium executive education segment in Spanish-speaking markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutu.be/2jvO3lP5vrM
• Xx.com/CeremIBS
• Facebookfacebook.com/Cerem.Business.School

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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