CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación

What CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación does

CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación (legal entity Eskool Estudio Creativo, S.L.U.) is a private Spanish vocational education institution founded in 1991 and headquartered in Madrid. The company operates physical campuses in Madrid, Sevilla (since 2006), and Valencia, and maintains virtual offices in major Spanish-speaking cities of Latin America, delivering in-person, online live, weekend, intensive, and custom-tailored training across eight areas: graphic design and art direction, web development and programming, audiovisual production and VFX/motion graphics, digital marketing and business, interior design and BIM architecture, video game design and development, emerging technologies (AI, cloud, cybersecurity, Big Data, Python), and cloud computing/Big Data. CEI trains approximately 4,000 students per year and has produced roughly 30,000 alumni since inception, with programs ranging from short courses (~36–69 hours) to bootcamps (7–8 months), master's programs, and official higher education vocational titles recognized by Spain's Ministry of Education.

The business generates revenue through three primary streams: individual tuition and course fees (e.g., Master's in Marketing Digital and AI No-Code priced at 3,900 EUR, courses around 1,100 EUR, with up to 40% discounts and 3–6 month installment financing through Aplázame); corporate training programs fully or partially subsidized through Spain's FUNDAE employment training foundation; and university-accredited master's degrees delivered through partnerships with UDIMA (Spain) and Sabal University (Florida, USA). Its technology stack is anchored by authorized training and certification relationships with twelve-plus major vendors — Adobe (Certified Professional), Apple, Autodesk, AWS Academy, Cisco, IBM, Maxon, Microsoft, Oracle, Palo Alto, Unity, and Google Partner — and operating integrations including Zoho Bookings (advisory appointments), JobTeaser (lifetime job board), and Autoproctor (exam proctoring). CEI offers a written labor guarantee, free course retake policy, lifetime job placement services, and multi-campus exchange, and is part of the Omnes Education group.

Name

CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación

Legal name

Eskool Estudio Creativo, S.L.

Website

https://cei.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación is a private Spanish vocational education institution, founded 1991, operating campuses in Madrid, Sevilla, and Valencia to train ~4,000 students per year in graphic design, web development, VFX, digital marketing, interior design/BIM, video games, and emerging technologies, with university-accredited degrees via UDIMA and Sabal University.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Professional Education Services

NAICS

Computer Training (611420), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Information Technology & Cybersecurity Certification Prep (CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, AWS, ISC2/ISACA) (EDANAIAF), IT, Systems & Tools Onboarding (Access, Apps, Security Basics) (EDABAOAE), Technical & Digital Skills Training (BPACANAB)

Keywords

• Vocational training services
• Digital design education
• Web development training
• Visual effects training
• Digital marketing programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Course Fees: CEI generates primary revenue from student tuition fees for courses, bootcamps, master's programs, and higher education degree programs. Pricing varies by program type and duration, with payment available in monthly installments or upfront. Example: Master in Marketing Digital e Inteligencia Artificial No-Code is priced at 3,900 EUR with financing options over 3 or 6 months.
2. Corporate Training (FUNDAE): CEI offers training programs for companies that can be fully or partially subsidized through Spain's Foundation for Employment Training (FUNDAE). CEI manages the subsidy application process on behalf of company clients, providing a B2B revenue stream alongside individual enrollment.
3. University Degree Partnerships: CEI collaborates with UDIMA (Universidad a Distancia de Madrid) and Sabal University (Florida, USA) to offer university-accredited master's degrees. Students pay tuition for both CEI's training and the university credential, with some programs including additional fees (e.g., 2,500 EUR for NACES accreditation for official MBA programs).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación is a private vocational education institution that delivers multi-area digital training programs across graphic design, web development, VFX/motion graphics, digital marketing, interior design/BIM, video game development, and emerging technologies (AI, cloud, cybersecurity, Big Data). Offerings range from short intensive courses and bootcamps to master's programs, official higher-education vocational studies, and university-accredited degrees issued through partnerships with UDIMA and Sabal University. Training is delivered in-person at campuses in Madrid, Sevilla, and Valencia, online live, on weekends, and as custom corporate training programs managed end-to-end including FUNDAE subsidy applications.

Product overview

CEI: Centro de Estudios de Innovación is a comprehensive digital design and technology education institution offering a multi-area training platform. The portfolio spans eight core study areas: (1) Graphic Design and Art Direction, (2) Web Development and Programming, (3) Audiovisual Production and VFX/Motion Graphics, (4) Digital Marketing and Business, (5) Interior Design and BIM Architecture, (6) Video Game Design and Development, (7) Emerging Technologies (AI, Cybersecurity, Cloud), and (8) Cloud Computing and Big Data. Programs range from intensive courses (days/weeks) to superior titles (up to 2 years), delivered in-person at Madrid, Sevilla, and Valencia campuses or online. Two university articulation partnerships (UDIMA and Sabal University) provide accredited master's degrees with ECTS credits. Additional services include corporate training, lifetime job placement, free retake policy, and employer-funded training via FUNDAE.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Graphic Design Studies Programs in graphic design, art direction, UX/UI design, and digital design taught in-person and online. Available formats range from short intensive courses (36 hours) up to superior titles at 900 hours over approximately 15 months.
• Web Development Studies Programs covering web design, web programming, UX/UI design, WordPress development, and HTML5/CSS3. Offerings include 7–8 month full-time bootcamps and superior titles delivered in-person and online.
• Audiovisual Studies (VFX and Motion Graphics) Professional and advanced programs in video editing, visual effects (VFX), motion graphics, and post-production using Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, DaVinci Resolve, and Premiere Pro. Offerings range from 40-hour courses to 540-hour master's programs.
• Digital Marketing and Business Digital marketing programs including master's degrees, MBAs, and specialized courses in SEO/SEM, analytics, Big Data marketing, and AI-powered marketing automation with no-code tools (Make, n8n, LLMs). Durations range from 45-hour courses up to 6–12 month master's programs.
• Interior Design and BIM Architecture Programs in interior design, BIM management, and architectural visualization using AutoCAD and Revit for digital interior design and infoarchitecture.
• Video Game Design and Development Programs in game design, 3D modeling, animation, and game programming using Unity and Unreal Engine. Includes superior titles and master's programs with PlayStation Academy certification and Unity Certified User credentialing.
• Emerging Technologies (TechEmerge) Programs covering artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, Python programming, and Big Data. Includes master's programs with potential university certification from Sabal University.
• Corporate Training (Formación para Empresas) Custom business training programs for organizations, fully or partially subsidized through Spain's FUNDAE (Fundación Estatal para la Formación en el Empleo). CEI has over 30 years of experience providing training solutions to major Spanish companies and manages the FUNDAE subsidy application process on behalf of clients.
• UDIMA University Partnership Programs University collaboration with Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA) providing accredited master's degrees carrying 60 ECTS credits in six areas: Graphic Design, Web Development, Digital Marketing, VFX/Motion Graphics, Interior Design, and Video Games. Offers both 'Formación Permanente' (for graduates) and 'Título Privado' (for non-graduates) tracks.
• Sabal University Partnership Programs University articulation agreement with Sabal University (Florida, USA) offering official MBA diplomas (with majors in Digital Marketing, Business Intelligence and Big Data) and 'Título de Experto Universitario' credentials. Official MBA students must obtain NACES accreditation (additional 2,500 EUR fee); degrees can be EU-validated.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 4,000 students trained annually; nearly 30,000 total alumni since 1991
• +7 more outcomes

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Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sabal University (Florida, USA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024CEI and Sabal University signed a collaboration agreement in 2024. Students can obtain official MBA degrees (Master of Business Administration with majors in Digital Marketing, Business Intelligence and Big Data) or private/permanent education master's titles. Official MBA students must obtain NACES accreditation (2,500 EUR additional fee). Degrees can be validated within the EU.
• Blueberry StudiosminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2022In 2022, CEI Madrid began a collaboration with Blueberry Studios located at Plaza del Conde del Valle de Súchil, 19, near CEI's main facilities. The studio provides professional stages, cycloramas, sound room, and lighting/production equipment for audiovisual students' practical training.
• AdobecoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is an official Adobe Authorized Training Center and Adobe Certified Professional certification center. Offers official Adobe certifications in Visual Effects & Motion Graphics using Adobe After Effects and other Adobe software. One of the few Adobe Certified Professional centers in Europe.
• ApplecoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is an Apple Authorized Training Center, offering training on Apple software and hardware for creative and technology disciplines.
• AutodeskcoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is an Autodesk Authorized Training Center and Official Autodesk Certification Center, offering training in Autodesk software (including for BIM, interior design, and 3D modeling) with official certifications.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is an AWS Academy member, offering cloud computing training aligned with AWS curricula and certifications.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is a Cisco Networking Academy partner, offering networking and cybersecurity training aligned with Cisco certifications.
• IBMcoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is an IBM collaborator center, offering technology training aligned with IBM's enterprise software ecosystem.
• MaxoncoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is a Maxon Training Provider and authorized training center for Maxon Cinema 4D software, offering official Maxon certifications.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is a Microsoft Certified Educator partner, offering training aligned with Microsoft technologies and certification pathways.
• OraclecoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI offers training aligned with Oracle technologies as part of its technology partner ecosystem.
• Palo Alto NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI offers cybersecurity training as part of its Palo Alto Networks partnership, providing expertise in network security technologies.
• UnitycoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is a Unity Authorized Training Partner and Unity Certified User certification center, offering game development and real-time 3D training using Unity for video games and interactive experiences.
• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationCEI is a Google Partner, offering training aligned with Google technologies including Google Ads, Analytics, and other Google Cloud/workspace tools. Also recruits graduates through Google's talent programs.
• Universidad a Distancia de Madrid (UDIMA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEI partners with UDIMA to offer university-accredited master's degrees in 6 areas: Graphic Design, Web Development, Digital Marketing, Video/VFX & Motion Graphics, Interior Design, and Video Games. Degrees carry 60 ECTS credits. Programs include both 'Formación Permanente' (for graduates) and 'Título Privado' (for non-graduates) tracks.
• Omnes EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEI is part of Omnes Education, a private higher education and multidisciplinary research institution with campuses across Europe, Africa, and the US (including Barcelona, Paris, Madrid, Sevilla, Valencia, Lyon, London, etc.). Omnes serves over 40,000 students annually with more than 200,000 alumni.
• SIGNE and Doctrina QualitasminorOthersCEI shares student data with diploma intermediary companies SIGNE and Doctrina Qualitas for the management and issuance of academic diplomas for students enrolled in university programs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Upgrade Hub: Madrid-based digital school specializing in bootcamps and master's programs in programming, data, UX/UI, and digital marketing, with strong employer partnerships that mirror CEI's placement model.
• Ironhack: Madrid-founded tech and design bootcamp operating across Europe, the Americas and online. Directly comparable to CEI in web development, UX/UI, and digital design training with similar target learners and employer-driven placement model.
• The Bridge: Spain-based digital bootcamp offering full-time and part-time programs in web development, data, cybersecurity, and design. Competes with CEI for the same individual learner and corporate (FUNDAE) buyers in Spain.
• Deusto Formación: Spanish distance-learning school offering design, programming, and business programs with university backing. Overlaps with CEI in online delivery, multi-area catalog, and Spanish-market FUNDAE-funded corporate training.
• Tokio School: Spain-based online and blended training school covering tech, design, marketing, and healthcare programs with a comparable multi-discipline catalog and direct-to-consumer enrollment funnel.

Emerging players

• Coderhouse: Latin American live-online bootcamp for web development, data, design, and marketing. Comparable to CEI in live cohort-based teaching and Latin American learner reach via Spanish-language content.
• Founderz: Spain-based online school focused on AI, digital business, and emerging technology programs. Overlaps with CEI's TechEmerge and Digital Marketing master's content, especially around AI and no-code automation.

Regional players

• Digital House: Latin American digital training company offering bootcamps in programming, data, UX, and marketing. Comparable in curriculum and live cohort model, though primarily serving Spanish-speaking markets outside Spain.

Broad incumbents

• OBS Business School: Online-focused Spanish business school offering master's programs in marketing, business intelligence, and digital transformation. Overlaps with CEI's master's catalog in marketing, analytics, and big data.
• ESIC Business & Marketing School: Established Spanish business and marketing school offering master's degrees, MBAs, and digital marketing programs. Competes with CEI's higher-end marketing master's and Sabal MBA offerings in the Spanish professional education market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCFZq_CyVkQxD5oxYGBoLVsw/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/escuelacei
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/cei-centro-estudios-innovacion
• Instagraminstagram.com/escuelacei
• TikToktiktok.com/@escuelacei?lang=es

Compliance15 records

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