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Master in Digital Marketing

Drive Digital Experiences That Matter
duration10 months
languageEnglish
locationMadrid
intakeSeptember*
Mode of StudyFull-time
FormatIn-person

ELEVATE YOUR DIGITAL MARKETING EXPERTISE FROM STRATEGY TO EXECUTION

In a landscape where digital expertise determines market success, the Master in Digital Marketing empowers you to become a proficient Digital Marketing Strategist, that top companies are seeking. Digital marketing skills are universally needed and highly valued whether you're aiming for a career in a multinational corporation, a dynamic startup, or a non-profit organization. This program equips you with a deep understanding of digital tools and platforms, essential for crafting personalized and effective marketing strategies. With a focus on major companies like Google, Facebook and Amazon and an eye towards emerging trends in social media and influencer marketing, this master's program is your gateway to becoming a digital marketing leader. Prepare to lead digital marketing strategies with our comprehensive approach, with industry connections and real-world projects.

Over the course of 10 months, you will:

  • Begin with the Common Core Period to build foundational skills alongside peers from related disciplines, focusing on creativity, analytics, sales, business strategy and digital marketing.
  • Further elevate your expertise with optional certifications from recognized leaders such as Google and Salesforce, as well as the IE University Sustainability Certificate, which has been developed with valuable insights from IE Business School.
  • Your learning extends beyond the classroom with opportunities like Global Immersion Week or Social Impact Week, providing valuable insights into the global digital market in global hubs such as London, Ghana, Amsterdam and South Africa.
  • Conclude your educational journey with an optional three-month Career Sector Track. Here you can tailor your focus to areas such as Marketing and Tech or Marketing for Consumer Goods, Luxury and Fashion, preparing you for specific industry challenges and opportunities.

Embark on this transformative journey and define your path in the digital marketing world, ensuring you are prepared to lead and innovate in an ever-evolving market.

*The 2025-2026 intake starts on September 8th.

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YOUR PROGRAM, PART OF THE STAGE EXPERIENCE

By studying a program in Marketing, Branding & Sales, you’ll be a part of something bigger than just your studies, something we call The Stage. All programs will benefit from The Stage experience, which includes a Common Core Period with fundamental courses and optional program ad-ons such as: certifications, international experiences, career sector track extension. The Stage ensures that you not only create lifetime friendships and professional networks but will also have a well-rounded education that prepares you for the next stage: a successful career after graduation.

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

WHO IS THE MASTER IN DIGITAL MARKETING FOR?

  • IT'S FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO...

    ...are committed to staying ahead of the curve. They are passionate about learning how digital tools and platforms work to improve marketing strategies and understand the important role of performance analytics in any successful digital marketing campaign.

  • ARE LOOKING FOR...

    ...a program that will guide them to master digital platforms and design integrated omnichannel marketing strategies, developing an in-demand and innovative skill set. After the program, students may work in roles such as digital consultant, content strategy manager, social media strategist, SEO/SEM specialist, digital media manager, account executive or customer analytics specialist.

KEY AREAS OF THE MASTER IN DIGITAL MARKETING

  • COMMON CORE PERIOD

  • STRATEGIC MARKETING

  • DIGITAL MARKETING TOOLS

  • PRACTICAL, HANDS-ON LABS

REASONS TO STUDY THE MASTER IN DIGITAL MARKETING

IE Business School molds students into future-forward and well-rounded professionals, using methodologies that put innovation and employability at the forefront.

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    LEARNING AT THE SPEED OF THE DIGITAL ERA

    In our experiential, hands-on learning environment, you’ll master digital platforms and channels, learn how to manage and maximize digital performance, and design integrated omnichannel marketing strategies fit for today’s dynamic digital world.

  • 02.

    LEARN FROM TOP DIGITAL MARKETING PROFESSIONALS

    Our faculty includes a mix of specialists in marketing analytics and leading experts in digital marketing techniques and technology. You’ll benefit from a unique combination of accumulated academic knowledge, in-depth industry insights and real-world business know-how. And you’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable industry certifications such as Hubspot and BigML, as well as the Google Analytics IQ Certification.

  • 03.

    IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE IE BUSINESS SCHOOL MARCOM NETWORK

    The MARCOM network is a group of students who study Marketing, Communication & Sales Programs at IE University. As a part of this international community, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your professional career through real projects with leading corporate partners, international experiences, optional certifications focused on widely-used digital tools, personalized guidance from IE Talent & Career services and skill-building Bootcamps with today’s top tech companies. These resources ensure that you will have a complete experience that will boost your career beyond the skills learned in the classroom.

  • 04.

    A FUTURE-PROOF CAREER CHOICE

    Marketing is in continuous transformation. From tech companies to consumer goods and fashion, expertise in innovative digital marketing is in high demand. In fact, according to Forbes, 64% of recruiters report there is a shortage of skilled marketing professionals. That’s why our last report shows 100% of our graduates received a job offer within six months of graduation.

    YOUR FUTURE NETWORK

    STUDENT PROFILE

    • by ACADEMIC BACKGROUND (%)

      Business
      Economics
      Social Sciences
      Humanities
    • by REGION (%)

      Spain
      North America
      Middle East & Africa
      Latin America
      Europe
      Asia Pacific
    • by INDUSTRY (%)

      Consumer Products & Retail
      Banking / Consulting / Logistics
      Marketing / Media / Technology
      Healthcare / Pharma / Biotechnology
      Fashion & Luxury
      Education & NGO
      Automotive & Sports
      Others
    • 70%
      female
    • 95%
      international students
    • 14
      nationalities represented in class

    HERE ARE SOME POSITIONS OUR STUDENTS CAN ACHIEVE AFTER THE PROGRAM 

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    STUDENT EXPERIENCE

    DISCOVER THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE

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    STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES

    At IE Business School, one of our core goals is to blend expert teaching with practical learning, equipping students for real-world success. Our current students in the Master in Digital Marketing program are making remarkable strides in their careers, securing prestigious internships and positions at leading global companies.  

     Learn more about their journeys here:

    MARKETING, COMMUNICATION & SALES: WHAT COULD YOUR FUTURE LOOK LIKE?

    OUR FACULTY

    MASTER IN DIGITAL MARKETING ACADEMIC DIRECTOR

    IRMA PAPALEO - ACADEMIC DIRECTOR MASTER IN DIGITAL MARKETING

    With over 15 years of marketing expertise, Irma has led digital transformation and marketing initiatives at Accenture, British Airways/Iberia and now in Amadeus, driving significant business growth. 

    Currently, as an Academic Director and Professor at IE Business School in Madrid, she blends hands-on corporate experience with academic mentorship. Her passion lies in strategic marketing, digital transformation, and nurturing the next generation of marketers.

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    MAKE IT A DUAL DEGREE - DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

    Pursue two disciplines while gaining insight from different perspectives and ways of thinking. You'll cover the contents of two master's programs—and graduate with two diplomas—ensuring in-depth expertise that maximizes your value in the job market.

    Experience Madrid

    Madrid is one of the most popular cities in Europe for Gen Z travelers and one of the most student-friendly cities in Spain, with a great, affordable public transport network, cool underground culture and fabulous nightlife. But Spain’s capital is also home to international companies of stature, including Google, Microsoft and Apple, creating a myriad of opportunities for professional experience.

    Madrid is in a league of its own and provides the perfect backdrop for rounding off a unique educational experience.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      • The Master in Digital Marketing is a program that guides you to master digital platforms and design integrated omnichannel marketing strategies, developing an in-demand and innovative skill set.

      • The Master in Digital Marketing will help you develop and improve effective marketing strategies as well as conceive and implement digital marketing campaigns, essential in today’s world where customers expect personalized, seamless and reliable interactions with the brands and organizations they deal with.

      • A master’s program in digital marketing typically includes courses on digital business, strategic marketing, e-commerce tools, marketplaces and physical distribution channels, branding, pricing and revenue management, as well as skills such as teamwork and critical thinking.

      • In the Master in Digital Marketing at IE University, you’ll learn to master digital platforms and channels, manage and maximize digital performance, and design integrated omnichannel marketing strategies fit for today’s dynamic digital world.

      • The 1st term of the Master in Digital Marketing lasts three months and will cover the foundational skills needed in today’s fast-paced industry, as well as the basics of customer-centric marketing, including the knowledge of today’s most-used technologies and data and communications tools. The 2nd term, also lasting three months, further develops the marketing foundations laid in the previous term. You’ll take a deep dive into the tools and techniques of tomorrow’s marketing world. In the 3rd term, which lasts four months, you’ll learn to utilize a range of tools and techniques to stay up to date with the intriguing world of digital marketing. This culminates in the final project, where you’ll develop a marketing plan for a real company, based on a real-world case.

      • The Master in Digital Marketing is a full-time, in-person program lasting ten months. You'll be studying in Madrid's bustling business hub.

      • This is an intense full-time program with classes from Monday to Friday in our Maria de Molina Campus. You can expect aproximately 3 or 4 hours of classes per day, which may be scheduled in the morning or the afternoon. In addition, you will also be required to complete individual and team work, for which we recommend spending around 2 hours per day. We don't recommend that you work while you study this program.