Alumni Stories

“Be curious and open: every chance to interact is a chance to learn something new.”

"When it comes to rigorous academic training, experience-based teachers and symbiosis between the world of business and academia, IE is the best of options."

“Do what you can, from where you are, with what you have.”

“Get actively involved in all aspects of university life. Learning & development happen just as much outside the classroom than inside it – this may sound clichéd, but really works!”

"Don't doubt yourself, believe in yourself, if you don't, no one else will."

“Travelers, there is no path in the jungle. The path is made by walking.” -Antonio Machado

Don’t spend too long deliberating on what industry or role, just make decisions, move quickly and make the most of every opportunity you take. With that you will find even more doors are opened a lot sooner than you expect!

“The IEU alumni community is like a big family and as a member of that family, you have people nearly all over the world, living and working in some of the biggest companies ready to guide and assist you.”

"One of the greatest things I obtained at IE, besides my dual degree, are the relationships."

“I use the IE alumni network to ask questions to my old colleagues, learn more from their experience and discover new professional opportunities.”

“Studying at IE has really broadened my understanding of design.”

“Enjoy your time at IE! Attend events, network, talk to new people, try new things - make the most of the 4 years.”

“Trust the wait, Embrace the uncertainty, Enjoy the beauty of becoming. When nothing is certain anything is possible.” – Mandy Hale

"Con seguridad tu mundo va a cambiar, prepárate y aprovecha la oportunidad."

“The IE Alumni community is a gateway to the world.”

"Be bold, engage with your peers, make mistakes, learn, move on, and repeat!"

“MBA is a tool. How well you use it, is up to you.”

“Attitude, competence, and execution are three core pillars in conquering the world and to bring positive change in the lives of people. If you have these three, the sky's the limit for you.”

“Where your attention goes, your energy flow… manage your energy, not your time.”

"Creativity is a matter of commitment, not a matter of resources."