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BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT AT IE UNIVERSITY

Business & Management is about solving complex problems, turning business insights into strategic action and building the necessary skills that drive ambitious professionals to succeed in today's dynamic business environment.

Business leaders have the power to inspire sustainable growth, keep customer needs at the center of their focus and accelerate digital transformation for real impact.

To do that, they must master durable skills like critical thinking, entrepreneurial mindsets and creative approaches as well as develop the technical skills and knowledge required to ignite change and challenge the status quo.

This is exactly what our programs in Business & Management do for you.

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Why is this pathway and IE University the right choice for you?

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Become a professional powered by knowledge
Turn business insights into action to solve complex problems faced by companies and society today. Create value for your company or startup by achieving sustainable growth as you drive innovation while reducing your environmental footprint. Think, work and lead in a way that inspires your teams while implementing sustainable business strategies that have a lasting impact on people, society and, why not?—maybe even the world.
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Develop an entrepreneurial mindset
Whether you work in a company or have started your own business, it is critical that you nurture the necessary skills to make great things happen. Transforming yourself to become an exceptional business professional takes hard work and practice, so our programs offer a safe and challenging lab where you can experiment with new behaviors, ways of thinking and mindsets.

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Let your purpose be your fuel
Become part of a new generation of business professionals who have a responsibility towards the well-being of people around them, society and the world. Use your business skills to create the better world that you envision while feeling motivated, engaged and inspired by what you are doing every day.
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Build up your global network
Get instant access to and learn from a diverse and international community of global business leaders. Our faculty, student body and global alumni represent more than 140 nationalities and cultures, offering different perspectives and worldviews to enrich your personal and professional development. Your classroom peers will become lifelong friends and potential business partners and will guide you on your educational and professional journey.

A closer look at the alumni journey

Taylee's Story
Samantha's Story
Kimberley's Story
Álvaro's story

Taylee Lewis – Leading Corporate Affairs Across Europe

Global Online MBA alumna

Originally from Sydney and now based in Milan, Taylee Lewis shares how her experience at IE Business School strengthened her leadership and management capabilities. Today, she leads Corporate Affairs across Europe and oversees operations in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Samantha Zorn – From Finance to Purpose-Driven Impact

International MBA student

With a background in corporate banking at JP Morgan in El Salvador, Samantha Zorn turned to IE Business School to pivot toward sustainability and entrepreneurship. Her journey reflects a commitment to combining business with impact, preparing her to lead purpose-driven initiatives across Latin America.

Elevating Customer Experience at Bloomberg

Master in Management + Master in Customer Experience & Innovation alumna

After studying at IE Business School, Kimberley Gygi found her path in London, where she now leads client-focused initiatives at Bloomberg. Her experience reflects a deep understanding of innovation and customer-centric strategy in today’s fast-paced business environment.

Álvaro López – Engineering a Global Business Mindset

Global Online MBA alumnus

Originally from Spain, Álvaro López chose IE Business School to expand his global outlook and develop as a leader. His story highlights how a diverse, hands-on learning environment can empower professionals to navigate and lead in international business contexts.

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Our Campus Experience

With three locations in Madrid and Segovia, our campuses are a blend of cultures, welcoming over 7,000 students from more than 140 countries every year.

Our campuses in Madrid, IE Tower and Maria de Molina, provide you numerous opportunities to network with multinationals in one of the world’s leading financial hubs. At the Segovia campus, history and tradition meet innovation with our state-of-the-art classrooms.

No matter which campus you choose, you will be surrounded by a diverse range of peers, professors and perspectives that will enhance your learning experience

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Career services adapted to your profile

Our multinational Talent & Careers team is committed to our community and provides many opportunities for your professional development and personal transformation. From individualized career advice and guidance to kickstart your professional future, organizing helpful events and forums, to developing close collaborations with world-leading employers, we are dedicated to connecting you to the real industry and helping you boost your career.

Through these initiatives, hundreds of companies visit IE University each year, and each is looking for business professionals who lead with purpose. These events present thousands of new opportunities to IE University students. The Talent & Careers team in Business & Management makes these resources available to you, but your experience depends on how you take advantage of them.

IE TALENT & CAREER TOOLS
Throughout your program at IE, you will be coached by experts from the IE Talent & Careers department on a variety of topics. These will be highly technical sessions related to how to prepare an effective CV, writing a cover letter, networking effectively and how to achieve your professional goals.

You will also be advised on the resources available for students through the IE Talent & Careers department, as well as liaise with external industry professionals in events such as the Talent Forum and have access to an international job portal.
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PROGRAM SPECIFIC ADD-ONS
Depending on the program within this pathway, you can have access to industry-specific panels, exclusive networking events and personalized advising from our Talent & Careers experts on how to brand yourself, improve your CV and tackle job interviews. You will also enter our international job bank to access exclusive opportunities in a wide range of companies. Depending on the program within this career pathway, you can access exchanges, international experiences like the Immersion Weeks or the NextGen Series where top experts in the field come to the classroom to share their professional journeys.

You will also have access to participate in over 150 student-led clubs as the Family office Club, Smart Cities Club, or even start your own.
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FOUR - STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

START APPLICATION FORM

Kickstart your online application by filling out the form and uploading your CV, transcripts, diploma, references, and a personal statement in any format that highlights your strengths. Submit proof of English proficiency if required.

*Please refer to your program-specific page for details on the admission process for the program of your choice.

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ADMISSIONS TEST

Applicants must take the IE Global Admissions Test (ieGAT), GMAT, or GRE, with some programs accepting other tests*. Start by completing 25% of the application form and paying the application fee. For more information, click here.

*Please refer to your program-specific page for details on which test is most appropriate for your program. Some programs do not require the submission of an admissions test. program-specific page.

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ONLINE ASSESSMENT

After submitting your application, complete a 10-minute virtual assessment with timed questions. This is your chance to showcase your personality, communication skills, and quick-thinking abilities. A practice round is available to help you prepare.