IE - Leadership and talent

Programs in Leadership & Talent Development

WHAT ARE THE PROGRAMS IN LEADERSHIP

Impactful leaders of tomorrow are those who inspire change—starting from within.

As the world of work is continuously transforming, professionals with the ability to drive disruption and make a lasting impact are more in demand than ever before. 

Organizations across industries are seeking out game-changers who are skilled in technology, communication and leadership. The ability to combine tech and human power allows leaders to stay ahead of the curve.

The Leadership & Talent Development programs at IE University train top-tier professionals to respond to this context.

By facing the challenges of today’s fast-paced and competitive landscape with human-centered strategies and emotionally resonant leadership styles, this new generation of professionals can inspire others to reach their full potential.

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CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates from these programs go on to lead teams and develop talent across a variety of sectors.

For any human-centric leader who wants to master strategic decision-making and develop disruptive ideas, our Leadership & Talent Development programs offer top-quality training. 

What’s more, a modern focus on entrepreneurial skills and nurturing diversity prepares graduates for the business landscape of now.

With help from our Talent & Careers Department in forming connections and carving out your unique personal brand, you’ll be in a prime position to redefine your company’s trajectory or boost your own employability as you drive yourself and your teams through times of uncertainty.

A wealth of industry opportunities await you.

PEOPLE AND INFLUENCE

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

ANALYZING AND EXPLAINING

CREATING & DEVELOPING

TRANSVERSAL POSITIONS

Many individuals in this area have a passion for lifting those around them, using their understanding of human behavior to support their peers or team members and helping them unleash their potential. Roles include:

  • Talent Development Manager
  • Training and Learning Designer
  • Director of Employee Engagement
  • HR Transformation Leader
  • Employee Experience Designer
  • Change Leadership Consultant

Leaders across a wide variety of functions can benefit from the talent-development and people-focused insights in these programs. Alumni from Leadership & Talent Development programs have important roles in companies such as:

  • Boston Consulting Group
  • PepsiCo
  • Google
  • Abbott
  • JP Morgan
  • IBM

Studying human behavior in diverse contexts is a key part in many programs across this area, with alumni using these insights to make strategic decisions as:

  • Behavioral Insights Researcher
  • People Analytics Manager
  • Customer Segmentation & Profiling Analyst
  • Voter Preference Analyst
  • Assessment & Psychometrics Consultant
  • UX/UI/CX Analyst & Designer

By designing initiatives or policies, participants can make an impact in the workplace and develop individual talent. Roles include:

  • Behavioral Designer
  • Professional Performance Coach
  • Policy & Campaign Designer/Nudger
  • Health & Wellness Consultant/Coach
  • Community Organizer & Change-Maker
  • Social Impact Program Developer

There are positions for individuals with this skill set in almost every organization. Some of the top companies include:

  • Professional networking websites (e.g. LinkedIn)
  • Job-searching platforms (e.g Monster)
  • Finance firms (e.g. PWC)
  • Networking hardware companies (e.g. Cisco)
  • Charity organizations (e.g. Oxfam)
  • Multinational professional services networks (e.g. Deloitte)
  • HR consulting firms (e.g. Randstad)
  • Investment banks (e.g. Citigroup)
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