EU Business School vs Universidad Europea - UE vs Universidad CEU San Pablo - CEU USP vs Johan Cruyff Institute vs University of Deusto - Deusto Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 395 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad Europea - UE (4.90)
EU Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad Europea - UE: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad CEU San Pablo - CEU USP: wins 0/7 categories
Johan Cruyff Institute: wins 5/7 categories
University of Deusto - Deusto Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad de La Laguna: wins 0/7 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 2/7 categories
Comparing
Barcelona, Spain
3.80
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Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Advertising and Marketing
Best programme: Sport Management
Best programme: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
3.00
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Food Science and Technology
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Category ratings
Facilities
4.05
4.33
3.68
4.43
4.26
2.96
4.50
Win
Location
4.70
4.00
3.63
4.00
4.37
3.45
4.75
Win
Professors
3.98
4.29
3.82
4.71
Win
4.26
3.40
4.63
Internationality
4.69
4.60
3.30
4.71
Win
3.84
3.19
4.63
Student life
4.17
4.11
3.59
4.29
Win
4.11
3.70
3.88
Value
3.86
3.78
3.59
4.79
Win
4.37
3.70
4.13
Accommodation
3.48
3.87
3.16
4.21
Win
3.26
3.06
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Practical, industry-focused learning and expert professors
  • +Real-world application and out-of-class learning opportunities
  • +Vibrant international student community and campus life
  • +Modern teaching and attractive campus
  • +Strong business opportunities and practical learning
  • +Supportive faculty and international exchange programs
  • +Practical, real-world skills training
  • +Professional, industry-experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and welcoming atmosphere
  • +Specialized sports management content and expert professors
  • +Valuable industry connections and networking opportunities
  • +Welcoming atmosphere and excellent staff support
  • +Welcoming community and supportive, knowledgeable professors
  • +Comprehensive and practical academic programs
  • +Enriching personal and global development
  • +Passionate and impactful instructors
  • +Favorable learning experiences and positive personal growth
  • +High-quality facilities and resources, including a great library
  • +Exceptional chef instructors and curriculum quality.
  • +Strong emphasis on skill development and practical experience.
  • +Valuable international reputation and alumni network.
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant problem.
  • -Education quality is poor with outdated facilities and lack of resources.
  • -Accreditation issues limit future opportunities.
  • -Unresponsive and unhelpful administrative staff.
  • -Teachers are indifferent and unsupportive of student learning.
  • -High costs for course materials.
  • -Low professor English proficiency and lack of student/teacher engagement.
  • -Poor organization and administrative issues.
  • -Poor quality of instruction and unengaging student discussions.
  • -Ineffective project management and lack of professional experience among peers.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause confusion and frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning and student comfort.
  • -Lack of effective communication and support from staff is a significant problem.
  • -Poor organization and outdated facilities.
  • -Substandard teaching staff and curriculum.
  • -Inefficient and uninspiring learning experiences.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment.
  • -Poor communication and administrative support.
  • -Lack of practical application and relevance in coursework.
Rating summary
What students say

The university excels in its **location** (4.7) and **internationality** (4.69), indicating a highly desirable and globally connected environment. **Student life** (4.17) also received a strong rating. The primary area for improvement lies in **accommodation** (3.48), which is the lowest-scoring category. Other aspects such as **facilities** (4.05), **professors** (3.98), and **value** (3.86) are rated moderately well.

Overall, the university receives strong marks, particularly in **Internationality (4.6)** and **Facilities (4.33)**. Student Life and Professors also score well, both above 4.2. The weakest areas identified are **Accomodation (3.87)** and **Value (3.78)**, though these still represent a moderately positive rating.

This institution garners a solid academic reputation, with professors receiving a strong rating of 3.82. While facilities and student life also score well around 3.6, accommodation emerges as the weakest area, rated at 3.16. Internationality and value also present as moderate aspects of the university experience.

Across several key areas, the institution receives commendable ratings. Its strongest performances are noted in Value and Internationality, both achieving near-perfect scores. Professors also garnered exceptionally high marks. The weakest area is Location, which, while still positive, is rated lower than other aspects. Student Life, Accomodation, and Facilities all fall within a strong middle range.

This institution shows strong performance in several key areas, with Location and Value both receiving a high rating of 4.37. Professors and Facilities are also well-regarded, scoring 4.26. Student Life, at 4.11, and Internationality, at 3.84, are moderately rated. The weakest area appears to be Accomodation, which received a score of 3.26.

Reviewing the university's performance across various aspects, student life and value emerge as the strongest areas, both scoring 3.7. Location and professors also received favorable marks at 3.45 and 3.4 respectively. On the other hand, facilities present the weakest area with a rating of 2.9625, followed closely by accommodation at 3.0625. Internationality and accommodation fall in the mid-range, indicating moderate satisfaction in these categories.

Performance varies across key aspects of university life. Outstanding ratings were awarded for Location (4.75) and Professors (4.625), alongside strong marks for Internationality (4.625) and Facilities (4.5). Student Life (3.875) and Value (4.125) received good scores. Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, with a rating of 3.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With ~74% positive reviews and an average rating of 3.82/5, students highlight industry-expert professors and practical, real-world learning. Around 8% of feedback noted disorganization and basic curriculum.

Nearly 74% of 54 reviews are positive, highlighting modern teaching methods, spacious campuses, and good career opportunities. A small amount of negative feedback (~3.7%) notes administrative issues and unengaged instructors.

Approximately 74% of 28 reviews are positive, highlighting professional, sector-active teachers and practical, real-world facilities. A small portion of feedback (~7%) expresses disappointment with low English proficiency among some professors and organizational issues.

University students largely praise the insightful sports management content, quality professors, and valuable networking opportunities, with a ~96% positive sentiment. A small fraction of feedback (~4%) mentions issues with academic support variability or program depth.

With ~90% positive feedback, students highlight welcoming communities and exceptionally useful, kindly delivered teaching. The average rating is 4.27/5.

Around 30% of reviews highlight qualified staff, good learning experiences, and job prospects. However, some mention poor facilities, disorganization, and outdated programs, with negative feedback from approximately 19% of reviewers.

All eight student reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.63/5. Students highly praise the knowledgeable instructors, quality curriculum, and enriching learning experience.

Rating distribution
5★
25%
36%
21%
85%
37%
6%
63%
4★
45%
62%
46%
15%
52%
19%
38%
3★
22%
18%
25%
4%
10%
56%
0%
2★
4%
2%
4%
0%
0%
6%
0%
1★
4%
2%
4%
4%
0%
13%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Professor and teaching style

Although I earned my bachelor degree at the University of York in UK, it was quite theoretical. I really started to bridge the learning gap between theory and practice only when I started to pursue my master degree in Business Analytics and Data Science at EU Business School in Barcelona. What stands out most in my current program is the university’s strong emphasis on practical experience. Our professors are not only scholars but also are successful business managers and data experts, as they are either the owners of successful organizations or individuals who took on top management roles in large corporations. Their teachings are more than just the syllabus in, they also provide personal experience in the area of niche markets, provide best practices in an industry, and always provoke our thinking with regard to the existing trends in higher education, business strategy, and innovation.

University Review

Excellent university, with experienced professors, professionals in the areas they teach and with an incomparable teacher-student proximity.It is a very good university for International students since thet offer Portuguese classes and some subjects are in English. In terms of infrastructure, despite being small and not having all the conditions and equipment, it brings together a pleasant environment for studying - in addition to very good cleaning conditions and modern rooms. At the administrative level, it is organized. As for the students, many are very interested in being there, excellent students and enormous dedication.

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A life-changing experience in Sports Industry

A perfect synergy between theoretical knowledge, practical application, and high-quality networking. After completing the Master in Sport Management at Johan Cruyff Institute, I took a major step forward in my career in the sports industry. What truly sets this institution apart is the closeness and support of the professors and staff, as well as the enriching experiences shared with fellow students. Without a doubt, it has been one of the most transformative decisions of my life.

MBA Deusto

The DBS MBA is a master's degree for people who really want to learn a lot in a relatively short time, to do so they use a very dynamic and fast-paced work methodology, and in my opinion very useful and effective. In addition, teamwork is encouraged almost at all times, values that are highly valued if you come from more autonomous training such as engineering. The more purely theoretical training is also combined with real cases of entrepreneurship or experiences of successful people with high experience in the business world. Without a doubt, quality-price, I think it is the best master's degree you can opt for. Of course, being part of the Deusto Business School will greatly facilitate your access to the world of work, as well as a great networking network.

Food Science and Technology always in demand worldwide

My experience studying at the University of La Laguna (Tenerife-Canary Islands, Spain) was very positive. I started studying a Diploma in Advanced Studies (Pre-Doctorate) in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, after my foreign Degree in Food Engineering was considered comparable in Spain to a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science and Technology (ULL). This area of ​​knowledge has allowed me to gain work experience, worldwide. I am currently in Canada, where this academic degree was also recognized as equivalent to a Bachelor in Science (Food) by the Province of Alberta (IQAS).

Student in 2013

I really enjoyed my time at LCB! I've found that my skills when I entered the work force were much higher than others. I think though there was a big portion missing in recipe development and composition. True- we did learn it through memorizing the recipes, but we really were missing classes on how different ingredients affect the final textures.. how you can change them... etc. That I still am not an expert in .. and I create recipes! Ouf! Also, I don't know if you still do a month of sugar work... but that really wasn't necessary and should be either cut or minimized to just 2 lessons. It's such a niche skill to know that I would have really preferred more technical skills. I loved the old location. The "rumors" I'm getting about the new location are that it's not as good, unfortunately - that i's become more of a money focused/marketing machine. I really hope that this image can be fixed as I love LCB and enjoyed my time there! Oh also - there should be more help for students to get jobs and featuring old students accomplishments - from cookbook launches to new bakeries so that current and old students can support them.

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