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“We support and empower women along their journey to achieve their goals”

Women at IE

Many scholars and policy makers have noted that women have historically been underrepresented in the fields of Business and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Scholars are exploring the various reasons for the existence of this gender gap and are also seeking ways to increase female representation within those fields. This trend coupled with a changing notion of success necessarily requires an ever-evolving professional development. More women in the classroom means more women in future top positions and more women becoming entrepreneurs, investors and decision-makers in the global sphere.

Within this context, IE Women is an initiative created to leverage efforts across IE University that support and empower women in their journey to achieve their goals. The IE Women initiative flourished with the work of IE Faculty, researchers, student clubs, alumni and staff, to design the best possible tools to attract and retain women talent and to inspire confidence and advance women along their pursuit of success.

At a Glance

Financial Aid

At IE we recognize the strength and power women have in making a difference in today’s society. Our goal is to provide talented and driven women the financial resources required to accomplish their academic and professional objectives.

In order to encourage women to continue on their path towards excellence, the IE Foundation, through the several Women’s scholarships, manages an annual budget dedicated exclusively to women at IE.

Upon graduating from IE many of our students go on to lead corporations, start their own companies and constantly change the business world. In the process these women continue to inspire others to follow their dreams and accomplish their goals.

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Life at IE

We are committed to creating an environment where the obstacles which traditionally stand between women and executive positions are removed. That is why we are proud to offer the IE Women in Business Club, one of the many clubs at IE which help students find their feet at IE. Anything you need to know about entertainment, learning, and networking, the IE Women in Business Club is here to help!

Alumni

One of the ways our Alumni Community reaches out to women is the EPIC Award: Women Inspiring Women

The EPIC Award for Women Inspiring Women will be presented to an alumna in any professional capacity that lives the value of diversity by helping other women achieve their aspirations.

Commitment

“Diversity is at the core of IE’s culture. We actively support women managers and entrepreneurs through the different stages of their careers, particularly the most critical for their professional success. We develop specific programs, networking activities and research aimed at the development of women in business, promoting them to the leading responsibilities in companies and organizations. This is good for business but it’s also a matter of principle.”

Santiago Iñiguez de Onzoño
Executive President of IE University