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Business and Management

Find your purpose, lead with confidence
duration2 weeks
languageEnglish
locationMadrid
1st Edition15th - 26th of June, 2026
2nd Edition13th - 24th of July, 2026
FOR WHOUndergraduate students & recent graduates

Get to know the program

In today’s complex and fast-paced world, understanding the foundations of business is key to leading with purpose.

The Business & Management Summer Program is a two-week journey designed to introduce you to the core pillars of business while helping you explore who you are as a future decision-maker.

Set in Madrid and taught by expert faculty, this program blends theory and practice to explore strategy, leadership, operations, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

Through interactive sessions, group projects, and case-based learning, you’ll develop a clearer understanding of how organizations work and where you might see yourself in that world.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Days to start your best summer

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Course Overview – Typical Day in the Business & Management Program

We’ve structured your day-to-day to sharpen your skills and bring out your best ideas. Designed for an engaging and hands-on experience, here’s what a typical day in the Business and Management program looks like:

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    Week 1:

    • Monday to Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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    Week 2:

    • Monday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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    Last day

    • Dedicated to final presentations and a fun graduation ceremony.

WHO IS THIS PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR?

  • This program is right for you if…

    … you’re curious about how businesses operate and want to explore your potential as a future leader, entrepreneur, or strategist in a hands-on, international environment.

  • Participant profile

    This program is open to students and early-career professionals from any field who want to gain a foundational understanding of business and explore how management skills can help them lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.

Focus Areas

Dive into the core pillars that shape the world of business—from big-picture strategy to day-to-day operations, and from launching new ideas to building strong customer connections.

  • 01.

    Strategy & Leadership

    Learn how business leaders make decisions, set goals, and drive organizations forward in a competitive and ever-changing global landscape. Develop your ability to think critically, lead with purpose, and align vision with action.

  • 02.

    Operations & Management

    Gain insight into how companies manage their internal processes, resources, and teams to deliver value. Understand the systems and tools that keep businesses running efficiently and sustainably.

  • 03.

    Marketing & Communication

    Explore how brands connect with their audiences through storytelling, positioning, and customer engagement. Learn how to craft messages that resonate and build lasting relationships with consumers.

  • 04.

    Entrepreneurship & Innovation

    Discover how innovative ideas are transformed into real business opportunities. From identifying market needs to pitching and prototyping, explore the mindset and tools that drive entrepreneurship.

Unique Value

This program helps you build a well-rounded understanding of business while offering the space to reflect on your strengths, goals, and future direction—all in an immersive and collaborative setting.

Learning Outcome

You’ll walk away with a clear grasp of key business concepts, practical tools to approach challenges strategically, and a stronger sense of how to align your career with your personal values and goals.

DISCOVER THE RIGHT PROGRAM FOR YOU

With flexible programs, you can mix and match the topics that interest you the most, giving you a taste of your future degree or career. Each program lasts two weeks and you can combine up to three programs to create a very personal learning journey.​

    DISCOVER THE SUMMER CALENDAR

    Take a look to see how you can structure your summer with our various combinations.​

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    TUITION

    *Early bird

    •  Before March 30th

    2 WEEK PROGRAM

    • 3,500€
    • *5,900€ Bundle Price (2 weeks + 2 weeks)

    CREDIT RECOGNITION

    If you join IE University’s Summer Program for a two week module and opt in to the additional academic deliverable, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement indicating an academic workload equivalence of 3 ECTS credits. 

    Completing two modules with the deliverable corresponds to 6 ECTS, and three modules to 9 ECTS. 

    To qualify for credit recognition, you must fulfill all course requirements and submit the additional deliverable within two weeks of finishing your last module. Recognition of credits is always determined by your home institution.

    THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS

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    1. Online Application

    You will need to complete the online application with the following documents: 

    1. Academic transcripts.  
    2. CV (cv template).
    3. Video Assessment: in this section you will complete two live video questions on general knowledge topics.

    *You must complete all sections of the application in order to submit it.

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    2. Submit your Application

    Once you complete all sections you may submit your online application to be evaluated by our team.

    *Interviews will be conducted with the IE team to explore entrepreneurship ideas and provide guidance

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    3. Admissions Final Decision

    Within 2 weeks of submitting, the Summer School Team will contact you with the final resolution of your Admissions process. Should it be positive, you will be guided through the next steps for your enrollment.

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    START YOUR APPLICATION

    Spaces are limited, so enroll now to guarantee your place!