{"id":38297,"date":"2025-03-07T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/?p=38297"},"modified":"2026-03-24T19:39:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:39:43","slug":"international-mba-skills-modern-leadership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/international-mba-skills-modern-leadership\/","title":{"rendered":"Studying the International MBA: Skills for modern leadership"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/mba\/international-mba\/#programstructure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>International MBA<\/strong><\/a> places a holistic focus on the student. It\u2019s designed to hone your sense of purpose, elevate and future-proof your career trajectory with the latest industry-specific MBA skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a full-time program with a choice of durations for individuals looking to take their careers to the next level, undergo a career shift or specialize in a new field. Its unique framework will help build on the skills, experiences and strengths you already possess, while filling in any gaps in your expertise. This is curated learning for the next best you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-kind-of-mba-skills-are-necessary-for-modern-leadership\">What kind of MBA skills are necessary for modern leadership?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/why-get-an-mba-15-reasons-why-masters-degrees-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">benefits of an MBA<\/a>? Skills include enhanced leadership abilities, team management and strategic decision-making. When you study an MBA, you strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to tackle complex business challenges. MBAs also hone your communication and negotiation skills, meaning you can present ideas clearly and build strong relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Focused MBA skills include an understanding of key business areas like finance, marketing and operations. You&#8217;ll also improve analytical skills which help you interpret data and drive strategies. With a combination of technical knowledge and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imd.org\/blog\/leadership\/leadership-skills\/\">leadership skills<\/a>, an MBA prepares you for success in various industries. And that&#8217;s exactly what you&#8217;ll get on the International MBA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-the-international-mba-format-nbsp\">What\u2019s the International MBA format?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The International MBA is a full-time, in-person program available as a standalone degree or as part of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/why-ie-business-school\/partners-strategic-alliance\/dual-degrees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>dual degree<\/strong><\/a>. There are intakes in September and January, and you\u2019ll be studying in a global business hub; Madrid.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have the option of choosing from three different program durations, too. This gives you the freedom and agency to tailor the program to your specific needs and goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-we-ll-first-draw-up-a-detailed-picture-of-who-you-are-now-and-how-you-see-your-next-best-you-then-equip-you-with-exactly-the-tools-you-ll-need-to-succeed\">We\u2019ll first draw up a detailed picture of who you are now and how you see your next best you, then equip you with exactly the tools you\u2019ll need to succeed.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"38394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-1170x779.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/mba-international-business-degree.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a changemaker looking to enhance your current career path? An open-minded disrupter looking to start up a business from scratch? The face-to-face learning environment of the International MBA allows you tocollaborate with a network of professionals and peers who will support your journey.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-about-teaching-methods-nbsp\">What about teaching methods?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The outstanding faculty at IE Business School is committed to ensuring that your education goes beyond the classroom. Our International MBA expertly balances theory and practice, ensuring that you have the hands-on experience to stand out in the competitive labor market. This will help you go after exactly the roles you\u2019re most keen on.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our faculty, like our student body, is drawn from all over the world. As such, you&#8217;ll have access to professionals with a host of international experience at the sharp end of business. With experience across a range of industries and roles, their real-world insights will prepare you for your own future.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-will-my-program-schedule-look-like-nbsp\">What will my program schedule look like?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The International MBA can be completed in three different durations. This ensures you have a personalized educational experience that aligns with their needs. The International MBA is offered as an 11-month, 15-month or a dual degree program that can be taken between 19 and 23 months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-month-option-nbsp\">11-month option&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A great choice for anybody looking for the skills and knowledge necessary to get ahead in their current field. Over three terms, students in the 11-month program will build a base of knowledge in two different business foundations modules. &nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Term 1 <\/strong>covers the core foundational subjects in business; Entrepreneurship, Financial markets, Financial reporting and analysis, Innovation in our digital world, Marketing management, Operations management and Strategy. You then refine your skills for maximum impact, with modules on Business, government &amp; sustainability, Data analytics for managers, Digital transformation, Leading people &amp; change, Managerial accounting, Supply chain management, Managerial economics and Corporate finance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first term also features the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/mba\/international-mba\/your-impact\/#impactskillsaccelerator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Impact Skills Accelerator<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/mba\/international-mba\/your-career\/#careerdiscoveryaccelerator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Career Discovery Accelerator<\/a>, adding value with comprehensive skills training that complements your core learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-it-also-offers-insights-strategies-and-job-prep-training-to-make-informed-decisions-about-your-future\">It also offers insights, strategies and job prep training to make informed decisions about your future.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"38402\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-1170x779.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/benefits-of-mba.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Term 2 <\/strong>features 12 intensive weeks of deep dives into one of eight available concentrations, following the path that best aligns with your own ambitions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <strong>Term 3<\/strong> you can choose to do an internship, using your Career Discovery and Job Preparation &amp; Search training.&nbsp; Alternatively, you could choose to join a five-week Lab, working in teams on a real business problem facing a company. Even here, there are choices. The <strong>Social Impact Lab, <\/strong>the<strong> Startup Lab, <\/strong>the<strong> Tech Lab <\/strong>and the<strong> Business Impact Lab<\/strong> each provide experiential learning that&#8217;s relevant to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll complete the program with a final integrative exercise. This combines everything you\u2019ve learned to crack a problem of your choosing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-month-option-nbsp\">15-month option&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who choose this duration will be studying for a total of four terms. They will mirror the academic pathway of the 11-month program, with an additional term that focuses on personalizing their education even further. During this fourth term, students will have additional opportunities to apply their skills and test their progress through a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/global-immersion-month-international-mba\/#:~:text=Global%20Immersion%20Month%20is%20a,on%20the%20local%20business%20landscape.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Global Immersion Month<\/strong><\/a>, an <strong>international exchange<\/strong>, <strong>additional electives<\/strong> and <strong>extended internships<\/strong>. This duration is tailored towards students seeking deeper career exploration and a greater focus on specialization.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dual-degree-option-diversifying-your-mba-skills\">Dual degree option: Diversifying your MBA skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This duration allows students to obtain a dual degree within a range of 19 and 23 months. This is a great option for any student who is looking to both sharpen their business acumen and gain deep expertise in a specific, complementary field. Students in this track will spend two terms focusing on the business foundations necessary for the International MBA and completing an independent project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-the-midway-point-of-the-second-term-the-second-master-s-degree-begins-this-provides-the-chance-to-craft-complementary-career-skills-and-stand-out-in-the-job-market\">From the midway point of the second term, the second master\u2019s degree begins. This provides the chance to craft complementary career skills and stand out in the job market.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"38409\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-1170x779.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/uncover-ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/skills-mba-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Choices for the second degree include programs in Science, Technology &amp; Data; Marketing, Communication &amp; Sales; Architecture &amp; Design; Law, International Affairs &amp; Public Policy; Finance, Trade &amp; Economics; Talent &amp; Leadership Development and Business &amp; Management.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-broadening-your-options-nbsp-with-an-mba-international-business-degree-benefits\">Broadening your options&nbsp;with an MBA: International business degree benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our International MBA opens doors. 65% of graduates have changed location after the program, with 54% moving into another industrial sector and 60% changing their role. Constantly updated to meet evolving market demands, the International MBA from IE Business School is the perfect platform to come and pursue the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Best You<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner h-banner banner-b is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading banner-title\" id=\"boost-your-career-with-our-master-in-management\">Learn top MBA skills with IE Business School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner-content\">Fill in the form below to stay in contact and be part of a global network when you learn MBA skills at IE Business School.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner-btn\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ie.edu\/business-school\/programs\/mba\/international-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introducing a comprehensive deep-dive into our International MBA.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":56,"featured_media":38391,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":false,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"default","_twitter_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type":"default","_pinterest_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"default","_medium_share_type":"default","_threads_share_type":"","_google_business_share_type":"","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[335,1084],"tags":[415,499,451,442,406,483],"class_list":["post-38297","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-admissions-programs","category-program-insights","tag-business-management-pathway","tag-business-and-management","tag-business-school","tag-international-mba","tag-master-degrees","tag-masters"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.4 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Studying the International MBA: Skills for modern leadership<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Want to gain MBA skills that set you up for success in leadership? 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