{"id":30525,"date":"2024-10-10T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-10T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/?p=30525"},"modified":"2026-04-03T19:17:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T17:17:27","slug":"5-reasons-to-study-an-international-mba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/5-reasons-to-study-an-international-mba\/","title":{"rendered":"5 reasons to study an International MBA: Advantages of a global education"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/span> 4<\/span> min read<\/span><\/span>\n

The business world is no longer business as usual\u2014it\u2019s time to upskill and reskill in order to stay ahead of the curve. IE Business School\u2019s International MBA<\/a> is your top choice for a truly transformative experience. Here are our top 5 reasons to study an International MBA: advantages, specialities, insights and all for this world-leading program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International MBA advantages with IE Business School<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choosing an International MBA program is a major decision. The biggest mistake is assuming one size fits all. Our philosophy is all about putting the person at the center of their education, allowing them to grow both professionally and personally. With a world-leading education and truly innovative teaching methods, we’re confident our International MBA will focus your career objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. A tailored approach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You’ll never get lost in the crowd at IE Business School. We sit together to define your profile and understand what you want to achieve. You’ll then undertake a curated academic journey which equips you with the tools you need to flourish in the workplace. Once you’ve completed our International MBA, you’ll have boosted your strengths and salved your weaknesses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2. Variable International MBA duration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We know everybody has different needs. That’s why you can choose between a course duration of 11 months, 15 months or a Dual Degree, with the latter allowing you to obtain two unique qualifications in under two years. The International MBA can also be extended by six months for those who want to study at one of our international partner institutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3. An in-demand qualification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our Career & Employment<\/a> review found the average starting salary for MBA holders in 2021 was between 22% and 40% higher than those with bachelor\u2019s degrees. Furthermore, 72% of corporate recruiters stated that MBA graduates were higher earners at their companies. Considering that 92% of companies hired MBA graduates in 2022 compared to 71% of companies in 2012, we’re seeing a staggering trend that favors MBA graduates\u2014and that\u2019s set to increase over the next five years. The conclusion? Graduates of our International MBA are firmly putting themselves on the right side of market trends.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4. A springboard to opportunity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Alumni of our International MBA work across many sectors: Branding, Marketing & Sales; Finance, Investments & Accounting; Sustainability Management & Strategy, and more. This is possible through our Career Discovery Program, which incorporates self-exploration workshops to find your vocation and steps to achieve it. Advising sessions from IE Alumni<\/a> and industry leaders are also mainstays of the International MBA, along with hands-on mentoring with our specialized IE Talent & Careers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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5. An international network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It matters who you know. Students at IE Business School are part of a truly international community. Our current student body is comprised of 177 nationalities, with the International MBA<\/a> being comprised of approximately 92% international students; this matters because cultural insight is invaluable when working in an international market. Whether working in business, legal, social sciences, real estate, financial services or healthcare, you’ll graduate with an International MBA and a bulletproof skillset to thrive anywhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Be part of a world-leading institution: top management schools for foreign students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

IE Business School means prestige. Our professors are leading sector professionals with an understanding of making real-world impact. Similarly, our International MBA and Business School courses regularly feature in top 10 of rankings. We’re proud to foster lasting relationships with leading companies and recruiters worldwide\u2014including Amazon, Deloitte, Accenture, Uber and PwC\u2014meaning graduate employability is always maximized and confirming our status as one of the top management schools for foreign students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re passionate about discovering your purpose and making an impact, the International MBA is for you. Take a moment to watch an interview from Alum David Harlley, who sat down with Lee Newman, IE Business School\u2019s dean, to talk about how studying at IE Business School revolutionized his career path. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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