OVERVIEW
This intensive program empowers finance executives to put generative and agentic AI to work for strategic advantage and operational excellence. Through a highly practical, hands-on experience with tools such as Claude, Make.com and Perplexity, participants will explore how AI is already transforming finance, from decision-making and accountability to the automation and redesign of key financial processes.
Working with real-world scenarios, participants will build and test AI-enabled workflows, identify high-impact opportunities within their own roles, and develop a pilot case based on a real finance process from their organization. By the end of the program, they will leave with a clear, actionable plan to move from experimentation to implementation and drive measurable impact within the finance function.
Part of IE’s AI for Functions:
This program is one of five high-impact learning experiences in IE’s AI for Functions, a cutting-edge executive series exploring how generative and agentic AI is transforming professional fields. Designed for forward-thinking leaders, each program delivers an immersive, hands-on journey into AI’s real-world impact across key sectors like marketing, law, finance, leadership, and HR.
Gain practical tools, actionable insights, and the strategic vision you need to drive AI-led innovation in your organization, starting now.
*Participants who may be affected by travel restrictions due to the current geopolitical situation will have the possibility to follow the program fully online. IE remains committed to ensuring a seamless and high-quality learning experience for all participants, providing access to the same academic content, faculty interaction, and peer engagement through our digital learning environment.
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Date
Date
November 16th -19th, 2026
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE
Monday - Wednesday (9:00 - 18:00H)
Thursday (9:00 - 15:00H)
- MARINA TOMÁS ESQUIVAProgram Advisor
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Why this program?
- 01.
See where AI really pays off in finance
What finance teams have deployed, what stalled, and how to judge an AI idea by what it does to cost, speed or accuracy.
- 02.
Build it yourself
Work hands-on with tools like Claude, Make.com and Perplexity to build a forecast, automate a finance process and turn a monthly pack into a board narrative, on a practice company’s files.
- 03.
Know who is accountable
Decide who answers for what a model or agent does, who checks its work, and where a human signature stays.
- 04.
Leave with a pilot
A one-page case on a workflow from your own job and a plan for the first conversation back in your organization.
- 05.
Work alongside peers
Build and present in teams with professionals from investment, markets, regulation and corporate finance.
- 06.
Arrive ready, with support after
Onboarding before Madrid helps you set up your tools. Follow-up after the program supports your next steps.
Our AI for Functions programs
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
ALUMNI
As an IE alumni you are part of our community, and we want to support your passion for Lifelong Learning. Therefore, all IE alumni receive 25%* off tuition fees for all Executive Education programs.
*Alumni from Intensive Programs (less than a week duration), Summer Schools or High Impact Online Programs will receive 15% off.
Neither award is compatible with other deductions.
CORPORATE
At IE, we are committed to encouraging companies to enroll teams of their employees. We believe this allows them to explore new perspectives together and speak a shared language of change.
Companies that sign a Corporate Agreement are eligible for a 15% off the tuition fee for Executive Education programs for group of employees. Additional services and support may also be available for a Corporate Partner Agreement. Neither award is compatible with other deductions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the AI-Powered Finance Program?
The program is delivered over the course of three and a half days. Sessions are held in person at IE Business School Madrid campus, from 9:00 to 18:00 each day.
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Can I visit the campus before enrolling in the program?
Yes. If you are in Madrid, you are welcome to visit our campus. Additionally, IE regularly organizes in-person events, masterclasses, and networking opportunities around the world. We encourage you to stay informed about upcoming events in your region (https://events.ie.edu/), as they offer a valuable opportunity to experience IE’s learning environment and global community firsthand.
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Why should I participate in the AI-Powered Finance Program?
The financial sector is undergoing a profound transformation, and generative and agentic AI is at the forefront of that shift. This program equips finance professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to understand, evaluate, and apply AI in their functions. You will work with real tools and cases, explore how leading institutions are leveraging AI, and develop an action plan to implement these innovations in your own organization.
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Where is the AI-Powered Finance Program delivered?
The program is delivered in person at IE Business School Madrid campus. It is part of the broader AI for Functions, a thematic series of industry-focused programs on generative and agentic AI. This immersive setting provides the perfect environment for intensive learning, collaboration, and networking with like-minded professionals and faculty experts.
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What is the format of the AI-Powered Finance Program?
The program is delivered in person through a highly interactive format that includes workshops, expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and group discussions. The structure is designed to maximize engagement and practical application over the course of three intensive days.
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Does the program offer flexibility to accommodate my professional commitments?
Yes. The program is delivered over three consecutive days in a compact, face-to-face format, making it ideal for busy professionals looking to gain practical insights without long-term time commitments.
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Is any specific academic degree required to access the program?
No academic degree is formally required for admission. What matters most is your professional background in finance or a related field, and your motivation to understand and apply generative and agentic AI within financial functions or teams.
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How many intakes are there per year for the AI-Powered Finance Program?
The AI‑Powered Finance program is offered once a year, as part of the annual IE AI for Functions series held in Madrid.
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