Upskilling for Academic Excellence
Your way to academic excellence.Sharper Thinking and Stronger Persuasion
Sharper Thinking and Stronger Persuasion
In a world where Gen AI is becoming the default academic assistant, how do you stand out?
This two week course helps you cultivate the human strengths that truly differentiate you: structured thinking, argumentation, and persuasive communication.
Through a hands on and interactive journey, you will learn to structure your thinking, analyze and deconstruct arguments, sharpen your influencing skills, and examine the biases that shape how ideas are received.
Take control of your intellectual development and thrive in an AI saturated world.
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WHO IS THIS PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR?
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR?
This program is right for you if…
…you want to future proof your academic and professional path, seek an extra edge in any academic setting, and want to improve skills that set you apart.
Participant profile
Undergraduate students and young professionals ages 18 to 26 from any academic background who are eager to strengthen critical thinking, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and persuasive communication in the context of emerging technologies.
Days to start your best summer
Focus Areas
Focus Areas
Build the core human capabilities that complement AI, with practical training in four key areas essential for academic excellence.
- 01.
Critical Thinking
Strengthen your ability to evaluate information, frame challenges, and build sound arguments that go beyond fast but generic answers from AI tools.
- 02.
Emotional Intelligence
Develop self awareness and empathy, collaborate effectively, and communicate with impact in teams where human and AI interaction is increasingly common.
- 03.
Adaptability
Learn to manage ambiguity, embrace change, and stay agile in learning and professional environments that evolve quickly.
- 04.
Bias and Persuasion
Recognize cognitive biases in yourself and others, and practice ethical influence and persuasive communication to make your ideas land.
Course Overview – Typical Day in the Upskilling for Academic Excellence Program
Course Overview – Typical Day in the Upskilling for Academic Excellence 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 Upskilling for Academic Excellence program looks like:
Week 1:
- Monday to Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Week 2:
- Monday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Last day
- Dedicated to final presentations and a fun graduation ceremony.
Unique Value
Unique Value
Gain a competitive edge by mastering critical thinking and persuasive communication that Gen AI cannot replicate.
Learning Outcome
Learning Outcome
By the end of the program, you will construct stronger arguments, communicate persuasively, think independently, and adapt with confidence in an AI saturated environment.
- Beatriz Bagaces SerranoManager - Global Recruitment
Any doubts?
Please contact our program specialist for personalized advice on your specific case.
DISCOVER THE RIGHT PROGRAM FOR YOU
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
DISCOVER THE SUMMER CALENDAR
Take a look to see how you can structure your summer with our various combinations.
OUR PROGRAM LEAD FACULTY
OUR PROGRAM LEAD FACULTY
Alistair Fildes – Associate Dean at IE University
- Vice Dean for Behavioral Science, leads IE’s BBSS program
- PhD in Behavior and Organizational Change
- Award winning research on public confidence in policing
- Global behavior change leader across public and private sectors
TUITION
TUITION
*Early bird
*Early bird
- Before March 30th
2 WEEK PROGRAM
2 WEEK PROGRAM
- 3,500€
- *5,900€ Bundle Price (2 weeks + 2 weeks)
CREDIT RECOGNITION
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
THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
1. Online Application
You will need to complete the online application with the following documents:
- Academic transcripts.
- CV (cv template).
- 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.
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
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
START YOUR APPLICATION
Spaces are limited, so enroll now to guarantee your place!