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Personal Interview

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What is the personal interview?

Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified if you meet the program’s requirements and invited to the final stage of the admissions process: a personal interview.

This 30-minute conversation is a key moment in our holistic evaluation. It allows our Admissions Managers to better understand your experiences, profile, motivations and aspirations beyond your application.

The interview includes a mix of behavioral and reflective questions designed to assess your readiness for the program and your potential to contribute to the IE Community.

Below are our tips to help you approach the personal interview with confidence.

Tips for a successful interview

  • A diverse group of people are attending a seminar, with a focus on a man in a white t-shirt sitting in the front.

    Seek to understand the program

    Come ready to have a thoughtful conversation about how the program’s structure, values and community align with your goals.

  • Two women are sitting at a desk in an office with a cityscape view.

    Demonstrate Measurable Impact

    Present clear examples of leadership, initiative and results. For experience-based questions, respond concisely and focus on actual contributions. Structure past-experience answers using STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result), and approach personal questions with clarity and thoughtful reflection.

  • Students are engaged in a collaborative study session in a classroom setting.

    Engage with Purpose

    Treat the interview as a dialogue. Prepare two or three specific, well-informed questions about the program or university culture that only a personal conversation could answer.

  • A speaker presents to a seated audience in a classroom setting.

    Communicate professionally

    Present yourself with confidence and clarity. Keep your answers structured and concise, and maintain a professional tone and body language throughout. For virtual interviews, prioritize good lighting, eye contact and a distraction-free environment.

  • A smiling young woman with glasses works on a laptop in a classroom setting.

    Articulate Your Motivations

    What you’ve achieved is important, but we’re also interested in the motivations and decisions that have shaped your path. Be ready to speak to what drives you and how it informs your next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You’ll be asked behavioral and reflective questions designed to assess skills such as teamwork, communication, adaptability and innovative thinking, as well as your motivations and your ability to thrive in diverse, global environments.

  • Research the program thoroughly, understand how it aligns with your goals and prepare structured examples using the STAR method.

  • The interview is structured around your skills but designed to feel like a two-way conversation.

  • Keep your answers concise, focusing mainly on your actions, impact and key results.

  • Yes. Share them thoughtfully, focusing on learning, growth and outcomes.

  • Of course. Additional relevant experiences can strengthen your profile and add depth.

  • The strongest candidates showcase clear goals, self-awareness, impactful examples and genuine alignment with IE University’s values.

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