Dual Degree Guide
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Dual Degree Guide

ONLINE STUDENT GUIDE

WELCOME, DUAL DEGREE STUDENTS!

 

As a Dual Degree (“DD”) student, you’ll not only increase your academic knowledge through your two chosen degree programs, but you’ll expand your abilities, networks, and professional opportunities. Review the information in the tabs above to learn more about what to expect.

 

 

Review the DD Program Transition Session (including information from T&C) from May 27, 2024.

Information on final co-validations and instructions regarding personalization will be sent in June.

 

 

Review the general DD Welcome Session Presentation (including information from Talent & Careers).
recorded session here (passcode: Z=?f06G!)

 

 

If you have questions about your degree selection in particular or another matter you’d like to discuss, please reach out:

 

 

 

KEY CONTACTS

Dual Degree Experience Team, IE Business School:
DualDegreeMasters@ie.edu

 

International MBA Program:
IMBA@ie.edu

 

Specialized Master’s Degree Contacts:

 

IE Business School:

Marketing & Communications (MARCOM) Programs and Master in Digital Business & Innovation (MDBI): BusinessMastersDuals@ie.edu

Master in Finance (MIF): Finance@ie.edu

 

IE School of Science & Technology: Sci-tech@ie.edu

 

IE School of School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs: SPEGAMasters@ie.edu

 

IE School of Architecture & Design: IESchoolAandD@ie.edu

 

IE Law School: LLM-Team@ie.edu

DUAL DEGREE TIMELINE

Note: IMBA DDs move into their Specialized Master’s Degree while their IMBA-only peers continue with the other components of the IMBA-15 program.

THE BIG PICTURE

 

As illustrated above, IMBA DD students complete the following in the International MBA before moving fully into their Specialized Master’s Degree program:

 

    • Core Term I
    • Core Term II
    • IMBA DD “Final Challenge”

 

Specialized Master’s Degree programs follow the structure shown above, including:

 

    • Pre-programs
    • Start Module
    • Term I
    • Term II
    • Term III
    • Exit Exam

 

 

CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS

 

    • IMBA Opening Day: Jan. 9, 2024
    • Final day in IMBA Discovery Core (Core Term II): July 19, 2024
    • IMBA DD Final Challenge: September 2024
    • Specialized Master’s Opening Day: Will be published in the coming months. Once available, see “CALENDARS AND ACADEMICS” section of this guide for dates.
    • IMBA Graduation Ceremony: July 2025 (TBC)
    • Specialized Master’s Degree Graduation Ceremony: July 2025 (official graduation date for both programs comprising the DD)

SPECIALIZED MASTER’S PROGRAMS DD TRANSITION SESSION PRESENTATIONS

 

 

SPECIALIZED MASTER’S PROGRAMS INITIAL ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS

 

 

SPECIALIZED MASTER’S PROGRAM CALENDARS

Review the calendars for the Fall 2024 Specialized Master’s Program intakes online.

ACADEMICS AND OTHER MATTERS OF INTEREST

 

OVERALL ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

To earn both diplomas from a Dual Degree, the DD student must meet all academic requirements based on the evaluation system of each program in order to obtain both diplomas. In cases of withdrawal or dismissal from a program, please see the Leave Policy below.

 

WHAT ARE COURSE RECOGNITIONS?

 

Course recognitions (often called “co-validations”) make your Dual Degree program possible, since these courses are recognized for credit between one program and another within the Dual Degree combination. These subjects are chosen and reviewed by each program’s leadership in terms of content overlap and/or relationship to other courses offered in one program or the other. Both credits and grades for the chosen courses are transferred into the corresponding program and are represented in that final transcript and GPA of the DD student.

 

  • IMBA >> Specialized Master: In the Specialized Master, DDs do not typically take courses identified as having significant content overlap with courses from the IMBA. In these “co-validations,” the credits and associated grades are obtained from the IMBA and the corresponding session weight in the Specialized Master is applied. However, although standard co-validations are offered, DD students have the chance to personalize their co-validations from the IMBA to the Specialized Master. More information will be shared several months into the IMBA program. No auditing is permitted in any case.
  • Specialized Master >> IMBA: Courses that are recognized will count towards elective credits for the remaining terms of the IMBA, meaning both the credits and the grades will transfer as they are. This option is standardized for all DDs, according to their program combination.

 

Course recognition information will be shared around the time of the Dual Degree Transition Information Session this spring. If any modifications are made, DDs will be informed accordingly.

 

ETHICS

Dual Degree students sign an Ethics Code in which they agree not to share materials from IMBA courses (classes, notes, exams, etc.) with classmates in the corresponding Specialized Master’s Degree. Failure to respect this requirement results in an Ethics Code breach and will carry with it the corresponding consequences.

 

CAMPUS FACILITIES AND ONLINE ACCESS FOR DD STUDENTS

To access IE’s campuses, DD students use facial recognition to access IE facilities during both programs. For online access to all things IE, students maintain only one IE student e-mail address and online access during both programs.

 

EXIT EXAMS

You must complete the exit exams for both degree programs:

  • In the IMBA, students will develop their IMBA Final Challenge in September 2024. Details will be shared during the Information Session in June 2024.
  • For the Specialized Master’s Degree, the Exit Exam will be undertaken with that program’s intake.

Program leadership will provide all relevant information in due time.

 

TRANSCRIPTS, DIPLOMAS, AND GRADUATION

Students may request a to-date transcript at any time in either of the programs. Final official transcripts will not be available until the successful completion of the Specialized Master’s Degree, when all credits and grades have been finalized and transferred.

 

The IMBA and Specialized Master’s Degree diplomas are awarded at their corresponding graduation ceremonies, both taking place in July 2025 (dates TBC).

 

 

CHANGING A SPECIALIZED MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM WITHIN A DUAL DEGREE

Dual Degree students may request to change their second program before the established deadline by contacting the Dual Degree Admissions Team (DualDegrees@ie.edu). These requests will be carefully reviewed, as admission to one Specialized Master within a Dual Degree does not guarantee admission to another.

 

In accordance with the IE Financial Aid policy, it may be possible for DD students who change Specialized Master’s Degree programs to maintain any previous scholarships awarded. Each case will be reviewed accordingly.

 

 

LEAVE POLICY

Academic Leave

If a student is academically dismissed from the IMBA program, they will not be able to attend the Specialized Master’s Degree program. If a student is academically dismissed from the Specialized Master’s Degree program, they will not receive a degree for the IMBA nor the Specialized Master. Students who have been dismissed for academic reasons may not reapply to either program of the Dual Degree. Such students also may not apply to any other master’s degree program at IE for two years.

In case of expulsion for reasons of ethics, the student will not be allowed to apply again for any master’s degree program at IE.

 

Voluntary Leave

If a student takes a voluntary leave in the IMBA, they will be able to request a change of intake and to start the Dual Degree in the following intake (exact start date and terms to be reviewed for each case, as well as any financial implications). If the student would like to study only the Specialized Master’s Degree, they may request such a change, but the financial conditions will be reviewed according to the conditions stipulated in the enrollment contract.

If a student takes a voluntary leave in the Specialized Master’s Degree, they may request a change of intake and start the Dual Degree in the following intake.

If a student decides not to pursue the Specialized Master’s Degree at any point, they forfeit the conditions of the Dual Degree contract, the corresponding scholarship, and the place reservation paid for the Specialized Master’s Degree. They are then required to pay 100% of the IMBA Program, in addition to having to complete all remaining components/requirements of the IMBA in order to receive the diploma.

Please pay attention to the established deadline for requesting withdrawal from the Dual Degree program (TBD) and be aware of these repercussions. Failure to observe the deadline may imply having to delay the completion even of the IMBA degree itself.

 

Default Leave

If a student is informed that they must leave the program due to a lack of payment fulfillment, the student will not be able to continue in either of the programs and will not receive a diploma for either program. In case of financial expulsion, the student will not be allowed to reapply to any master’s degree program at IE.

REQUESTING AN OFFICIAL DEGREE (WHEN APPLICABLE)

 

The IMBA is an official degree, meaning you can choose to obtain the official diploma from the Spanish Ministry of Education.

 

Some of the Specialized Master’s Degrees at IE are also official, and students may also request that official degree if enrolled. Other Specialized Master’s Degrees are University Private Degrees from IE Universidad*. 

 

The Registrar’s Office will inform you about the requirements for the official degree diploma for corresponding programs in due time. DD students MUST follow the official degree enrollment requirements for BOTH programs (if applicable) by EACH program’s deadline. Note: if you enroll in a Dual Degree after the IMBA has begun, you must have enrolled for the official degree of the IMBA by the deadline presented by the Registrar’s Office. 

  

IMPORTANT: Physical diplomas for the official degree are issued directly by the Ministry of Education, which charges 220€ for each diploma (this fee may vary).

 

Questions? Contact registrar@ie.edu.  

 

*IE Universidad is a University officially recognized by the Spanish education authorities, allowed to grant both Official University Degrees (Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD degrees), which are specifically regulated and accredited by Spanish Ministry of Education and University Private Degrees (Master), which are specifically designed by the University towards the professional application of their studies and the constant update of higher education, preserving the educational standards of excellence of IE. Both types of degrees are equally backed by the rigor and prestige of IE University. 

TALENT & CAREERS FOR DUAL DEGREE STUDENTS

 

DDs take advantage of T&C services from both of their degree programs, although timing may differ. Students should still plan to participate in all mandatory T&C activities in the IMBA, but may request specialized advice from the corresponding T&C advisor.

 

The T&C team provides special support for DD students and will explain unique benefits for DD students at the beginning of the IMBA Program. In subsequent DD touchpoints, T&C will also be present to provide additional DD-specific information and give guidance to DD students.

POST-GRADUATION OPPORTUNITIES

 

ALUMNI STATUS

 

You will have an associated alumni status for a period of two years after your graduation from both degree programs. After this two-year period, you will have non-associated alumni status and may register with the Alumni Association to continue to have the benefits of an associated alumnus.

 

POST-GRADUATION OPPORTUNITIES

 

After the conclusion of the Specialized Master’s Degree, there may be the opportunity to participate in additional post-graduation opportunities. Details and requirements will be given by the corresponding Specialized Master’s Program closer to time, if applicable.

DUAL DEGREE FAQs

 

How can I become a Dual Degree?

To find out about your IE Dual Degree options and apply, please review the Information in your Student Guide. To officially express interest, you must write Dual Degree Admissions.

 

What are my program choices?

January intakes of the IMBA or MIM may request to combine their studies with any of the existing DD options from IE’s different schools, if they meet the requirements.

Further details can be found online.

 

What are the costs for a Dual Degree?

You can find cost information on the IE Dual Degree Web site and also check information about Financial Aid on the same site.

 

Where can I find specialized master’s program details (course list, dates, etc.)?

You can find general information on the IE Dual Degree Web site and this Dual Degree Guide, and you can also contact the Specialized Master’s Degree program leadership.

 

Can I drop my Dual Degree and only pursue my IMBA/MIM?

In exceptional cases, students may request to withdraw from their Dual Degree and only pursue their first program. Should these circumstances arise, please notify DualDegreeMasters@ie.edu so the Dual Degree Experience Team can speak with you about your situation and potential solutions.

 

 

When is the deadline for becoming a Dual Degree or withdrawing from my Dual Degree program?

For January 2024 IMBA/MIM students, applications to become a Dual Degree OR withdraw from a Dual Degree must be submitted to Dual Degree Admissions and the Dual Degree Experience Team by May 27, 2024. Enrollment Deadline (if admitted): june 6, 2024

Documents required to formalize any changes must be signed by May 27, 2024.

 

 

If I am already a Dual Degree, can I change my specialized master’s program?

Dual Degree students may request to change their specialized master’s program if they are within the established deadline, meet admission requirements for the new program, and agree to the financial terms. Please check the tab called CALENDARS AND ACADEMICS for more details, and then write Dual Degree Admissions and copy the Dual Degree Experience Team for further information on deadlines and requirements.

 

 

Where can I find the specialized master’s program calendar?

Calendars for the specialized master’s programs of a Dual Degree will be published in the Dual Degree Guide soon. Students will be notified if there are any modifications.

 

 

How does a Dual Degree at IE work?

Please review the rest of the Dual Degree Guide and the Welcome Presentation (to be uploaded afterward) for an explanation of how Dual Degrees at IE work.

 

 

As a Dual Degree student, do I take any IMBA coursework after the two Core Terms?

IMBA Dual Degree students earn their specialization through an entire specialized master’s program rather than continuing in the other IMBA Program components.

 

 

Do I have a final project/exam in the IMBA/MIM?

Each program will give instructions regarding final project/exam requirements, processes, and timing.

 

 

I have additional questions I’d like to discuss regarding my Dual Degree. Who can I talk to?

Please reach out to the Dual Degree Experience Team. Our team would love to hear from you and see how we can support you on your DD journey.

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