ENEB Master Thread

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UI1 NEVER granted degrees to ENEB graduates, despite the old marketing material saying the exact opposite. ENEB gets you a certificate (in the academic sense) from UI1 that only states you completed a master's program at ENEB. I think it should be needless to say that is NOT the same thing as a master's degree issued by UI1. The exact certificate you receive has been posted more than once in this thread.

At least ENEB is being honest about the fact that UI1 does not give you a real degree now, as that was not the case when I enrolled. Taking 5 seconds to look at the graduate degrees offered by UI1 will confirm UI1 does not even offer a Global MBA. https://www.ui1.es/oferta-academica/mast...-oficiales


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The concept of degree classification should be handled with care. ENEB has consistently communicated the nature of the degrees they offer in my opinion. It has always been clear, in the fine print, that these are professional degrees. Since the 2021 law, these degrees can be referred to as professional or continuous education degrees. Therefore, it is important not to confuse different countries' regulations and jurisdictions with personal expectations. My intention is to clarify, not to sound unfriendly.
The terminology for degrees should be precise. An "academic degree" or "título oficial" is different from a general "degree." Since 2021, Spain recognizes official degrees that are not academic but professional, aimed at enhancing job-related skills and practical knowledge. In the U.S., both academic and professional degrees fall under the concept of accreditation, but this distinction is not always made.
Not all "títulos propios" are the same as those from ENEB. ENEB serves a specific purpose, and problems arise when people misinterpret its role. In Spain, it's crucial to follow local regulations when evaluating such studies, typically requiring a bachelor's degree beforehand. Recent legal rulings support this, providing more guarantees and validity to "títulos propios." Without a bachelor's degree, enrolling in a master's program ("título propio") in Spain is not advisable. If you have a bachelor's degree the master's can considered a professional degree (not academic) if recognized by or directly offered by a university or an affiliated institution (must follow more regulations I am being very generic).
Be aware that misrepresenting one's qualifications is not only an issue for the educational institution but also for the student. Ignorance of the law does not excuse non-compliance. So when accessing to the masters ("titulo propio") they should ask if you have a Bachelors. If you fail to answer honestly, misrepresent, jump the question or let in blank could affect to the recognition of the study at master level. It will be recognized only as continuous education on the subject, but not at master level.
The U.S. accreditation system is theoretically uniform but differs in practice still between RA and NA. In Spain, accreditation occurs at different levels. Degrees recognized by a university undergo a detailed federal evaluation process themselves, resulting in an "official" designation, such as "Grado" (bachelor), "Master Universitario," or "Doctorado" (PhD). Professional or continuous education degrees undergo evaluation solely by the university and are regulated differently.
Understanding this terminology is crucial. Academic degrees are often granted by prominent figures with legal authority, such as the king or extremly rarely the pope for religious academic degrees Studied in institutions of the Catholic Church and usually related to Theology. "Títulos propios," however, are awarded by university rectors or high-ranking officials and must meet a minimum of 1500 or 1400 hours (one of the two I think) of combined study.
It's essential to recognize that in Spain in this cases of professional degrees the universities act as certifying bodies, which is not uncommon in other countries. If seeking a "título propio," consider those directly offered by universities. The issue is that they often cost a minimum of 3-4k euros. These degrees follow a structure similar to U.S. RA universities in terms of creation and management. Here you can see ENEB breaking the stand of prices with a different economic model which every day is more expensive.
In Spain, it is uncommon to flaunt academic degrees in social settings. In some other Spanish-speaking countries where titles like "Licenciado" or "Maestro" are used before the name in Spain is not anymore, but it was decades ago. Degrees are primarily for CVs and necessary accreditation for regulated professions. This cultural perspective should be applied when considering the relevance of university degrees in social contexts. 
This is my personal opinion, and I am continually learning about this subject.