This change has been driven by technology and innovation, which are increasingly relevant in economic infrastructures. On top of this, new dynamics and global socioeconomic phenomena are rewriting the rules of ethical conduct across sectors. Professionals in this volatile world need to be agile, possessing a deep understanding of the modern complexities of globalized markets, trade and society at large.
The Finance, Economics & Trade programs at IE University have been developed to match the pace of change, training the next generation of corporate leaders, strategists and financial professionals to face this context.
Within this area, students will acquire the financial and administrative skill set to become key strategic players in any organization’s transformation initiatives.
If you want to put your strategic mind to use in a dynamic financial context, regardless of sector or organization, then this area is for you.
This area features programs where you can take advantage of partner agreements with institutions such as London Business School and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management. Alongside these exchange programs, there are further opportunities to gain global experience in financial hotspots, with optional trips to London, New York, Ghana and Frankfurt.
For those looking to gain practical business experience with innovative programs and technologies, you will have access to IE University’s skills labs throughout this area. You may decide to take part in our Trading Lab, which features a cutting-edge collection of analytical tools. Alternatively you could devise solutions for organizations such as Madrid, Esprit and Ikea in our insight-2-innovation Consulting Lab.
Every program in this area balances strategic mathematical insights with advanced real-world training. Guided by our world-class faculty with innovative learning methodologies, this allows all students to gain the necessary analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve success in finance, economics and business.
Our unique academic offering is brought to life in interesting and actionable ways thanks to the unrivalled expertise of our world-class faculty. As leaders and innovators in their respective fields, they’re able to challenge and inspire you in equal measure with up-to-the-minute insights from across the finance, economic and trade sectors.
As one of the most competitive industries in the world, it can be difficult to break into finance and trade. Made up of a dedicated team of qualified professionals, our Talent & Careers team provide expert advice on everything from interview skills to CV writing. What’s more, they’ll be on hand to make introductions to our network of 3,500+ global recruiters.
The programs across this area are designed to foster strong personal and professional relationships among each year’s cohort. As your careers progress, this network of dynamic finance and economic minds will grow ever stronger and more valuable. Alongside our world-class faculty, alumni network and new business contacts, the connections you make at IE University could set you up for a lifetime of success.
In this rigorous and challenging program students study economics, political science, behavioral science and modern applied technology to analyze the new reality of economics and how it affects the social systems in which we live and work.
Undergraduate Degrees
4 years
English
Segovia and Madrid
September
The Bachelor in Business Administration is an innovative and international program that will help you develop the business and management competencies you need to have a successful career either in multinational corporations or starting your own company.
Undergraduate Degrees
4 years
English
Segovia and Madrid
September
The Bachelor in Philosophy, Politics, Law & Economics is an applied and multidisciplinary degree for those wanting to learn about the system dynamics underpinning how the world works.
Undergraduate Degrees
4 years
English
Segovia and Madrid
September
The Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations offers a comprehensive and practical study of international affairs and solid business skills that will give you a global perspective of economic, political and social interactions.
Undergraduate Degrees
5 years
English
Segovia and Madrid
September
The Dual Degree in Economics and International Relations is a rigorous and challenging program where students obtain solid economic foundations combined with global geopolitics, powered by advanced analytical technologies and tools.
Undergraduate Degrees
5 years
English
Segovia and Madrid
September
The Executive Master in International Trade is a window into the disruptive role of innovation and emerging technologies in international businesses, and the associated challenges and opportunities for companies that want to expand their international footprint.
15 months
English
Madrid - Geneva - Online
Blended
April
A 1-year financial voyage through the most up-to-date areas, such as: leveraged by-outs, credit derivatives and mergers and acquisitions. Do you have what it takes to face the market head on with our Master in Finance?
1 year
English
Madrid
Full-time
September & April
London, New York, Ghana & Frankfurt
Professionals with at least 5 years of experience need a program that sets its sights global to get ahead of the game: global networks, global knowledge, global vision. Are you a global professional?
Master
15 months
English
Online + Madrid + Frankfurt
Blended
October
Our flagship full-time MBA program in Madrid. Get into a voyage to uncharted business heights. An intense full-time 50% customizable program. Designed to create an environment for transformation, a hothouse for unconventional thinking. Only for the brave.
MBA
11 months (plus extension options)
English or Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Madrid
Full-time
September & January
It’s a brave new world out there. After more than 10 years inspiring recent graduates, our Master in Management offers the most customizable program to date providing you with innovative skills and techniques to successfully negotiate the twists and turns on the road ahead and shape the future you.
Master
1 year
English or Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Madrid
Full-time
September and January
The IE University Master in Public Administration (MPA) is designed for professionals who are prepared to lead and innovate in a world of exponential change. Whether you work in public affairs, government, consultancy, or nonprofits, your keen interest in leadership and innovation comes from a desire to improve the lives of citizens around the world.
Master
10 Months
English
Madrid with an immersion week in Singapore
Full-time
October
It is a one-year advanced degree aimed at understanding the breadth and depth of the development process. With a foundation in the economic, financial, strategic, and legal aspects of real estate development throughout the world, this comprehensive course goes beyond traditional subjects of the field.
Graduate
10 months
English
Madrid
Full-time
October
This holistic degree has been designed to cover financial concepts such as investment and real estate management, with a focus on sustainability. Leading companies in the sector will guide explorations of every facet of residential and commercial land use, offices, hospitality, and the logistics of case studies.
Graduate
15 months
English
Madrid - Online - Mexico City - London
Part-time
April
This Dual Degree combines two rigorous master’s programs to provide ambitious professionals with the financial acumen and data science expertise to succeed in the competitive financial services industry.
Fall intake: 18 months; Spring intake: 23 months
English
Madrid
Full-time
Fall and Spring
This Dual Degree unites IE Business School’s internationally renowned IMBA with its highly specialized Master in Finance, providing expert insight into the financial world along with a world-class education in international business.
19 months
English
Madrid
Full-time
January & September
The Master in Management and Master in Finance Dual Degree allows students to take a proactive step into the future. It teaches them how to fulfill the needs of the globalized economy, while balancing expertise in both management and finance.
22 months
English
Madrid
Full-time
January / September
of people in the US take part in some sort of gig work
billion of the the expected value of the global smart home market in 2020
Every aspect of today’s sector has been affected by tech-led disruption. In this fast-paced and ever-changing context, a wide variety of opportunities emerge for individuals with the insight and skill set to take advantage. Given the extended reach of this sector, you could find your niche in banking and finance, property development or anywhere else.
The all-encompassing nature of globalization has impacted every traditional pillar of business. With physical borders rarely impeding economic activity, there are more opportunities to grow, expand and collaborate on a global scale. Although this means the general environment has become exponentially more competitive, the reward for those able to turn it to their advantage is immense.
With the sudden rise of FinTech and new players challenging the status quo, banks were left reeling by the pace of change. As these financial powerhouses catch up, they’re starting to incorporate technologically innovative solutions into their service offering. Whether they come from R&D, tech-transfer initiatives or other means, traditional institutions need visionary professionals to retain their market hold.
As the sector becomes accustomed to more complex, cross-border financial dealings, there is a rise in the importance of strategic planning. In order to make strategically sound decisions, today’s professionals need to be able to factor in cultural and ethical aspects alongside their industry expertise. Individuals that take this holistic approach will have greater success in international trade logistics, cross-border investments and more.
An interview with Vicente Pascual, Chief of Ride Hailing & Co-Founder at Cabify and IE University Master in Finance alum. His experience studying at IE University gave him the tools to advance his professional journey to a new level, where he is now responsible for one of the most disruptive enterprises in the transportation sector.
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A look into a recent sector trend affecting cities all over the world: the rise of the gig economy. This piece explains how innovative startups and the digital revolution are changing the traditional dynamics of economics, outlining the challenges that may lie ahead.
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