Pre-Program . pre-program. pre-program finance. The goal of this course is to examine the tools for comparing cash flows that occur at different points in time. Students will compute present and/or future values of lump sums and/or annuities for cash flows, study the time value of money techniques— which are key tools in real-world business decisions—and focus on math formulas and their real-life applications.. PRE-PROGRAM EXCEL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS. This course is a practical approach to using Excel* as a tool to solve business problems. As the level in the group may be mixed, students will begin with the basics and continue at a steady pace. The main goal is to learn how to use the tools needed across a variety of assessments and selection processes from a practical standpoint. *Please note: Students must have access to Excel, as alternative programs (such as Numbers, OpenOffice, or Google Sheets) do not have the same functionalities.. PRE-PROGRAM ECONOMICS. This course introduces students to the basic economic concepts that they will later encounter in the economics course. Understanding microeconomics is the first step to understanding wider economic principles, so this pre-program focuses on supply and demand, competitive markets and market failures. This gives students a broad perspective on how markets function and how supply and demand influences business decisions.. PRE-PROGRAM FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING. This course offers an introduction to financial accounting from an international perspective, including the impact of differences in various financial reporting environments and their influence on international markets. The course covers general accounting theory and practice, with an emphasis on understanding financial statements, the role of financial reporting in capital markets and optimal capital allocation processes, and ethical dilemmas in financial accounting. Students will learn how to analyze income statements, balance sheets and statements of cash flows, with an emphasis on valuation.. PRE-PROGRAM QUANTITATIVE METHODS. This course acts as an introduction to quantitative methods and how they can be applied to decision-making practices. Students will also build confidence in numerical information through active participation, which they will use throughout the program. The pre-program is divided into four areas of focus: mathematical concepts, probability, basic statistics and regression analysis, to create a solid foundation of quantitative methods.

Term 1. Start module. WELLBEING IN PRACTICE. Well-being in Practice is designed to introduce the concept of well-being and explore its impact on our ability to thrive, stay healthy, feel good, connect with ourselves and others, and contribute to our learning, teams, and communities at IE and beyond. The workshop focuses on developing the skills necessary to live a better life and invest in becoming our best selves. To do so, we need to be present, curious, and brave—reflecting on our values and gaining insights into what truly matters in our pursuit of personal growth.. INTRO TO SUSTAINABILITY IN BUSINESS. This course prepares students to succeed in a world where businesses are increasingly held accountable for their impact. It builds a foundational understanding of what sustainability in business truly means, offers compelling evidence of its importance, and explains why it is a critical skill for modern managers. Students will develop a lens through which to interpret the rest of their Master in Management journey—ensuring they recognize sustainability as a core element of all business practices.. CASE METHOD. The objective of this workshop is to provide students with an introduction to participant-centered learning and the case method, with a special emphasis on the three main learning stages: individual preparation, small-group discussion and large-group discussion. It will also include an introduction to the dynamics of group discussion. These will be analyzed and practiced using a short organizational behavior case study.. Purpose in Action. A hands-on, team-based experience where students collaborate on projects that support real social projects. Through this learning-by-doing journey, they develop leadership, empathy, and a sense of purpose by creating real social impact.. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION WORKSHOP. This session aims to help students better understand each other, create deeper relationships from the start and leverage the power of diversity. These skills seem easier said than done, but when solidified will lead to enhanced empathy, improved performance and a reduction in conflicts. This session works in the style of a workshop—which involves active participation from students—with the goal of creating productive, fresh, experiential and stimulating scenarios to put into practice. Students will also develop strategies to inspire greater and continued personal, team and organizational performance.. tERM 1. OPPORTUNITIES & THE ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGER. The ever-increasing pace of change driven by new technologies and globalization has created countless opportunities for potential entrepreneurs. However, this same change has made the task of entrepreneurship more complex and challenging. This course aims to provide students with first-hand experiences which will familiarize them with key entrepreneurial challenges such as uncertainty, ambiguity, value creation, scarce resources, and ongoing change. Students will be encouraged to critically question, interpret and synthesize information through group work and presentations.. DATA ANALYTICS FOR DECISION-MAKING. The main objective of this course is to help students learn to make sense of various data sources, organize inputs, and use state-of-the-art tools and models to aid decision-making. The course is multidisciplinary in nature and links to a number of other areas including finance, operations management, marketing and accounting. Students will be equipped with specific skills in the areas of data analysis, structuring decisions, building decision models, risk assessment, and decision-making under uncertainty.. FINANCIAL REPORTING. This course will teach students how financial statements are created and how accounting decisions affect these statements, emphasizing the use of accounting as a tool for decision-making and problem-solving. It will familiarize students with accounting processes so that they can read and understand annual reports, and will cover the problems associated with accounting subjectivity and flexibility while evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies and estimates. Please note that in order to adhere to our limited time schedule, the course will only cover the very basic principles of financial statement analysis.. MARKETING. This course is designed to provide students with a unique case-based learning experience which is supplemented by conceptual marketing input. Cases serve to enhance the collective in-class exposure to—and exploration of—a wide variety of useful concepts, frameworks, tools and techniques. Cases also serve to facilitate the discussion of marketing problems in real-world situations. Students will be expected to read and prepare these cases carefully in order to contribute to the general class discussion.. TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION MANAGEMENT. This course is designed for future leaders who want to make big-picture management decisions surrounding information, technology and innovation. There are five key elements to the course: • Junior management perspective: the course is designed so that students’ learning will still be relevant in five to ten years’ time • Diverse backgrounds: this course does not require a background in technology, and contributions from students from a variety of geographical, educational and employment backgrounds • Innovation and digital businesses • Self-driven IT awareness: students will be expected to use their own personal strategies to keep up to date with the changing technological landscape • Tools and skills: an introduction to the frameworks, tools and methods to help make informed decisions. ECONOMICS. This course covers microeconomics and the basic concepts underlying supply and demand and market structure, focusing on various types of government interventions in markets; macroeconomics, including the main economic indicators such as GDP, inflation and unemployment and their relationship in the business cycle; and the main macroeconomic policies including monetary and fiscal policy, trade policy and exchange rate policy. Students will learn these concepts and tools of economic analysis, will have a more formal vision of why and how different economic policies operate, and be able to assess the implications of different economic contexts and policies on the welfare of individuals, companies and the government. Finally, they will be able to think critically about the dilemmas of today’s global economy and the policies used to address controversial issues.

Term 2. term 2. LEADING PEOPLE AND TEAMS. Leadership is one of the most essential and in-demand skills today. This course is designed to address those fundamental aspects of managing and leading people. The emphasis is on those areas of human behavior, at the individual, group and organizational level, that are important determinants of people’s experience in the workplace. The different sessions will provide students with a number of critical concepts and competencies on key issues such as self and career management, motivation, leadership, managing people and change management.. COMPETITIVE STRATEGY. This course examines how firms define their mission and formulate competitive strategies. It equips students with analytical frameworks and decision-making tools to navigate uncertainty and drive sustainable, long-term performance.. FINANCE. This course is intended for both students who plan to work in the finance area or wish to understand important financial concepts and tools which they might encounter in the normal course of their career as consultants or managers. It will cover financial decisions that firms take with the objective of creating value for their shareholders, broadly categorized into investment and financing decisions. Students are expected to follow the financial news and participate in class discussions on current and related topics. After completing this course, students can opt for the finance track of the Master in Management program, or take more courses from the several electives in finance that will be offered in the following semesters.. INTRAPRENEURSHIP. This course highlights key issues in corporate entrepreneurship. It will examine how existing firms can create an organizational environment conducive to entrepreneurship and will cover a broad range of issues based on how an organizational structure/design can assist opportunity identification and value capture. This course is relevant to students aiming to become an independent entrepreneur, corporate entrepreneur or a corporate manager. By the end of the course, students will be more experienced in understanding the challenges corporate entrepreneurs face and how to overcome them.. MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING. Cost allocation is at the heart of most accounting systems. The data provided by a cost accounting system is used for various purposes, which include product costing, planning and control and decision-making. This course mainly focuses on the first of these objectives: product costing. Students will become familiar with the goals of cost accounting systems, the fundamental features and design of these systems, and the various uses of the data provided by cost accounting decisions.. OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT. At the end of this course, students will be able to: • Explain the strategic role of operations management, and how process design can support the strategy • Propose systems, aligned with the organization strategy, for quality, inventory management, planning and logistics • Propose supply chain configurations and processes for different types of business, as well as mechanisms to increase collaboration and integration, emphasizing sustainability and environmental respect • Utilise project management tools • Describe innovation mechanisms for process and product improvement, including lean/JIT tools • Prepare and communicate reports on real companies, proposing operational improvements

Concentrations & Labs. Concentrations. Through continuous engagement with companies and rigorous analysis of job data, we’ve organized the world of work into Career Pathways for you to explore. As you reach this pivotal moment in the program, selecting a Concentration marks the beginning of your journey towards a specific Career Pathway post-graduation. At IE Business School, you can choose from a range of specialized Concentrations: Marketing, Branding & Sales; Strategy, Organization & Transformation; Finance & Investments; Digital Strategy, Analytics & Transformation; Entrepreneurship & Corporate Innovation; Product Management & Service Design; Sustainability & Business Transformation; and International Business & Strategic Foresight.  *Offering will be subject to availability. Labs. Description. The Lab is a standout feature of IE Business School, offering an exhilarating and highly effective learning experience. It provides you with the chance to confront and resolve real-life business challenges, putting your acquired knowledge into action to create tangible results. Working in teams, you’ll address pressing issues directly from companies, receiving firsthand briefings from executives and engaging with them throughout the module. We have four available labs: Business Impact Lab Startup Lab Tech Lab Social Impact Lab *Limited spots available. Business Impact Lab. Business Impact Lab. Combining academic rigor with practical experience, this Lab positions participants as Corporate Transformers. Working in teams, whether as intrapreneurs, career changers, or aspiring consultants, you will tackle real corporate challenges from partner companies, showcasing creativity and talent to drive transformative solutions.. Startup Lab. Startup Lab. In this Lab, we don’t just talk about entrepreneurship – we live it. You’ll not only refine your business idea but also craft a comprehensive business plan from scratch. It’s about seizing opportunities, taking calculated risks, and pushing the boundaries of innovation. And when you pitch your idea to industry experts, you’re not just seeking validation – you’re gaining real insights and feedback that will propel your entrepreneurial journey forward.. Tech lab. Tech labs. This Lab empowers you to understand and leverage disruptive technologies reshaping traditional business models. Through hands-on challenges from tech industry leaders, you will develop innovative applications, bridging theory with real-world proficiency.. Social Impact Lab. Social Impact Lab. Focuses on solving social and economic challenges through consulting projects with NGOs, social enterprises, and microfinance institutions. It encourages students to develop business solutions that create meaningful social value.

Electives & Exchange. ELECTIVES OR EXCHANGE. Electives. If you choose to pursue  Electives , it’s because you want to delve deeper into specific areas of interest that will complement the skills you’re acquiring for your business toolkit. With over 50 diverse and innovative electives to choose from, you can tailor your selection to best align with your professional goals and aspirations.. EXCHANGE PROGRAMS. Another alternative is to participate in an International Exchange. During this period, you'll have the opportunity to travel abroad to one of IE Business School’s esteemed academic partner institutions. We encourage you to select an exchange institution that aligns with your thematic or regional career objectives. Discover our partner institutions here . Please note that exact exchange university availability varies according to program, intake, term, and yearly negotiations. Applicants must participate in a competitive process to be considered (note: there are a limited number of exchange slots per school). No specific exchange slot can be guaranteed prior to the assignment process.. Europe. • Erasmus University - Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) - The Netherlands • ESMT Berlin - Germany • ESSEC Business School - France • HEC Paris - France • Imperial College Business School - United Kingdom • London Business School (LBS) - United Kingdom • University of Mannheim Business School - Germany • Università Bocconi - SDA Bocconi School of Management - Italy • University of Porto - Porto Business School - Portugal • University of St. Gallen - Switzerland University of St. Gallen - Switzerland. USA & CANADA. • Babson College - Massachusetts, USA • Cornell University - SC Johnson College of Business - New York, USA • Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College - New Hampshire, USA • Goizueta Business School, Emory University - Georgia, USA • Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) - North Carolina, USA • NYU Stern School of Business - New York, USA • Smith School of Business, Queen's University - Canada • Rice University - Jones Graduate School of Business - Texas, USA • Chicago Booth - University of Chicago - Illinois, USA • The Fletcher School, Tufts University - Massachusetts, USA • Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia - Vancouver, Canada • Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto - Toronto, Canada • University of San Diego - Knauss School of Business - California, USA • University of Washington - Foster School of Business - Washington, USA • Schulich School of Business, York University - Toronto, Canada. APAC. • China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) - Shanghai, China • Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School - Hong Kong, China • Chulalongkorn University - Sasin School of Management - Bangkok, Thailand • Fudan University - School of Management - Shanghai, China • Hitotsubashi University Business School - Tokyo, Japan • Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Business School - Hong Kong, China • Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) - Ahmedabad, India • Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM Bangalore) - Bangalore, India • Indian School of Business (ISB) - Hyderabad, India • Institut Teknologi Bandung - School of Business and Management - Bandung, Indonesia • KAIST College of Business - Seoul, South Korea • Keio University Business School - Tokyo, Japan • National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School - Singapore • Peking University - Guanghua School of Management - Beijing, China • Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) - Antai College of Economics and Management - Shanghai, China • Tongji University - School of Economics and Management - Shanghai, China • Tsinghua University - School of Economics and Management - Beijing, China • University of Melbourne - Melbourne Business School (MBS) - Melbourne, Australia • UNSW Sydney - Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) - Sydney, Australia. LATIN AMAERICA. • Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - COPPEAD Graduate School of Business - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil • Fundação Getulio Vargas São Paulo School of Business Administration (FGV EAESP) - São Paulo, Brazil • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) - Santiago, Chile . MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA. • University of Pretoria - Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) - Johannesburg, South Africa. CAPSTONE PROJECT. The Capstone Project marks the pinnacle of your Master in Management journey, where theory meets practice in solving a real-world business challenge. Drawing from the toolbox of skills you’ve meticulously developed throughout the program, you’ll skillfully navigate complexities, employing strategic thinking and implementation to deliver tangible solutions. It’s your opportunity to showcase your comprehensive understanding and demonstrate your readiness to tackle the dynamic challenges of the business world.

Make the most of your Master in Management. ACCELERATORS. The Master in Management features powerful accelerators designed to help you shape a meaningful career.. PURPOSE ACCELERATOR  . Helps you align your personal values and professional goals through hands-on community projects, immersive experiences with industry leaders and guided reflection. In this journey, you’ll build a leadership identity rooted in what matters to you.. career discovery accelerator. Step into a world where career exploration becomes a transformative journey. Introducing the Career Discovery Accelerator, an essential component of your Master in Management, that is meticulously designed to help you figure out where you’re going in your career so you can make the best choices about your concentration, electives and other program options. It consists of a series of hands-on workshops, held in small groups, to help you discover where you want to focus your future career beyond IE Business School. You will have a chance to talk to and engage with professionals in different fields, discovering what a day in the life looks like for them and what it takes to get a job in a given sector. Divided into three transformative phases (Launch, Explore and Decide), the Career Discovery Accelerator equips you with insights and strategies to make informed decisions about your future.. IMPACT SKILLS ACCELERATOR. Seamlessly integrated into your academic journey, the Impact Skills Accelerator is an essential ingredient of the Master in Management & Strategy. It aims to sharpen a unique set of impact skills through immersive training, equipping you with essential tools for effective problem-solving, critical thinking, active listening, rapid learning, communication, negotiation, collaboration, persuasion, self-awareness, and leadership, all integrated seamlessly into your coursework and projects for practical application and enhancement.​ ​ Embedded within the Accelerator is a specialized emphasis on productivity and AI, featuring cutting-edge tools in generative AI like ChatGPT, Anthropic, Bard, Gemini, YOU, Synthesial, Copilot, and Midjourney. These tools are curated to significantly enhance productivity across various tasks such as document summarization, knowledge gathering, document creation, PowerPoint presentation automation, and Excel file analysis, particularly for roles like financial analysts, consulting analysts, marketers, and entrepreneurs. Additionally, you’ll master the utilization of custom LLMs through APIs, ensuring comprehensive proficiency in AI-driven efficiency.. GLOBAL IMMERSION WEEK. The optional Global Immersion Week is a unique experience where students can explore international hubs of innovation. You will learn what it’s really like to run a business on a global scale and gain a working knowledge of local business practices.  This will happen through lectures and dynamic sessions led by professors and industry experts from world-class organizations, as well as visits to top companies where you analyze success stories through direct interaction with managers. Wherever the destination, you won’t want to miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from main market players such as BMW, Paypal, Starbucks and Uber Eats. The most recent destinations of the Global Immersion Week include: San Francisco, US | Silicon Valley, the startup capital of the world Shanghai, China | Understand the global reach of business Berlin, Germany | One of Europe’s leading startup hubs *Limited spots available. IE SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATE. Sustainability has never been more important, so as organizations are realizing that environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns are everyone’s responsibility, they are placing sustainability at the heart of their business, requiring all their employees to play their part.   With the  IE Certificate on Foundations of Sustainability , you’ll learn how to incorporate a sustainability point of view across all business activities and functions, and be prepared to tackle the social, economic and environmental challenges of today’s world in any organization. And with this qualification under your belt, you’ll boost your career opportunities and show potential employers that you’re committed to sustainability and aligned with their values.   This is an optional certificate that can be completed alongside your core studies. To earn the certificate, you must obtain ten credits through eligible courses, electives, and extracurricular activities (such as participation in relevant student clubs) and as a mandatory component, the completion of the Online Learning Journey.   * Please keep in mind that some of these courses, electives, and extracurricular activities may already be included in your program, while others will need to be added. We’ve ensured maximum flexibility, including alternative routes to attain the number of credits needed.  . The Next Best You. The Next Best You is a transformative journey designed to help you become a more self-aware, impactful and purpose-driven leader. Built around three pillars—career, impact and purpose—it encourages you to explore your strengths, ambitions and potential while preparing you to thrive in a rapidly evolving business environment. Throughout the program, you will engage in three transformational experiences: the Career Discovery Accelerator, which helps you define your professional direction; the Impact Skills Accelerator, focused on developing the skills and mindset needed to lead effectively; and the Purpose Accelerator, where you will align your personal values with your professional aspirations. Through hands-on experiences, real-world challenges and continuous reflection, you will develop the clarity, confidence and adaptability needed to lead with purpose and create meaningful impact.