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LEADERSHIP & TALENT DEVELOPMENT AT IE UNIVERSITY

Great transformations are driven by people, not machines. Leadership, organizational psychology, and talent development empower professionals to align strategy with people, unlocking potential in an increasingly complex business world.

At IE, students learn by doing—building impact skills through hands-on projects, collaborative teamwork, and entrepreneurial initiatives

Guided by expert faculty and surrounded by a global peer network, they learn to balance emerging technologies with human-centered leadership. With cross-sector applications, our programs prepare graduates to inspire, innovate, and lead purposeful change across industries.

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

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Optimize human potential with technology
Transform the workplace by finding harmony between emergent technology, communication and people skills. In the end, you'll have the skills to become a leader in business with purpose.
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Prioritize exploration
Maximize the learning by doing approach to explore and discover new ways to cultivate people skills based on your chosen career path. Develop an entrepreneurial mindset as well to lead effectively.

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Cross-sector applications
Our programs will train you to empower teams of creative thinkers from any industry. No matter the direction you go, you will gain an innovative mindset and critical thinking skills you can apply in any future career.
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Transformational learning
Through our highly experiential approach to impact skills learning, both cognitive and behavioral, you will learn by doing. By embedding impact skills in business curriculum via projects, teamwork, presentations and more, you will gain a growth mindset that gets results in a complex business ecosystem.

A closer look at the alumni journey

MARTINA´S STORY
LIZABETH´S STORY
CASEMIRO´S STORY

Martina, Bachelor in Behavior & Social Sciences student.

Martina Cubric describes how her love of team sports led to her interest in human behavior, and how the Bachelor in Behavior and Social Sciences has enabled her to help people become the best that they can be.

Lizbeth Hernández, Master in Talent Development & Human Resources alum

Lizbeth Hernández talks about what makes IE University so special, why she values the diversity of her cohort and how the program has given her the networking and interpersonal skills for a career success.

Casimiro Juanes, Head of Learning and Development at Ericsson

Casimiro Juanes, Head of Learning and Development at Ericsson, describes how he grew his global network and transformed his career within the company after studying the Global Executive MBA.

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 opportunities for your professional development. With more than 60 professionals representing ten industries in over 30 offices on all continents, we offer personalized career advice and guidance to kickstart your professional future, organize dozens of events and forums to connect you with world-leading employers.

Through these initiatives, hundreds of companies visit IE University annually, offering students thousands of new opportunities. In addition, you can enjoy the support from our 60k alumni database and have the opportunity to join more than 150 university-sponsored clubs. We make these resources available to you, but your experience depends on how you take advantage of them.

Career Tools & Sessions from IE Talent & Careers
While completing your studies, you will benefit from advanced training sessions organized by IE Talent & Careers. These sessions help you master essential skills: creating a competitive CV, writing strong cover letters, building your network, and planning your career.
In addition, IE Talent & Careers will guide you through its student resources, facilitate interaction with industry speakers at the Talent Forum, and offer access to an international job board.
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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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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.