IEU Challenges & Competitions | IE University

IEU Challenges & Competitions

At IE University, we are looking for students who are adaptive learners, ready to face unexpected challenges of all types.

IE University is launching a series of challenges and competitions for you to creatively address and develop innovative ideas that could make a difference!

Our IEU Global Challenges & Competitions will give you the opportunity to network and brainstorm with your fellow members all over the world.

The winners of each challenge will have the opportunity to gain exclusive awards to study at IE University*.

Join us on these exciting ventures and become the leader of the future!

If you have any questions, please contact us at ieuchallenges@ie.edu.

* Awards are only applicable after completing successfully our admission process.

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  • If you are drawn to design and architecture and you want to set your university application apart, this is the challenge for you! Learn how to put together the perfect portfolio and compete with top likeminded creators from all around the world.

    The International Portfolio Challenge is a two-session global competition that will allow you to explore the relevance of the portfolio as a tool for an aspiring designer/architect.

    In the first session, you will participate in a workshop on how to create your first portfolio, looking at different examples and providing feedback and insights.

    After this virtual session, you will have the opportunity to work on your own portfolio and submit it to be able to compete in the IE University International Portfolio Challenge.

    • WHEN?

      20th January 2024 & 17th February 2024

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually.

    • FORMAT

      Online

  • Trailer of Making Money On Oil Multiplayer Simulation
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    During the virtual session, Professor Patricia Gabaldón will guide the participants through an interactive simulation to introduce different concepts linked to economic indicators.

    In this interactive virtual simulation based on a petroleum futures market, participants will learn and put into practice their knowledge of the supply and demand model.

    You will gain an understanding of how specific events, including natural disasters and political crises, among others, can impact the future price of oil.

    Moreover, once you have participated in this virtual session, you will be able to submit an assignment and compete for an exclusive award to attend IE University.

    • WHEN?

      20th January 2024

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually

    • FORMAT

      Online

  • While Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings infinite opportunities to be used for social good, its use also raises concerns about its impact on fundamental rights like the right to privacy, the freedom of speech, data protection, etc. Governments and policy makers need to promote innovation and embrace technology, but they also must protect the rights of the citizens.

    Where is the fair balance between technological development and human rights protection? Should every country have the same approach?

    This virtual session will help you understand the intricacies of international law, the future of tech regulation and how to make an impact in the world thru law. You will develop creative, and critical skills.

    If you are conscientious, have a strong sense of justice and aspire to make an impact in today’s tech-driven society, then this is the challenge for you!

    • WHEN?

      3rd February, 2024

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually

    • FORMAT

      Online

  • Global warming and climate change are among the most critical challenges facing our planet today. High school students have the power to make a difference by developing innovative nature-based solutions to combat this crisis.

    In this challenge, you will be tasked with creating a comprehensive plan for a nature-based climate solution that can be implemented locally or globally. Your solution should not only address the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also contribute to the overall health and sustainability of the environment.

    Ready to participate? Join participants from all around the globe in this thrilling challenge and have the chance to win an exclusive award to study a Bachelor degree at IE University.

    • WHEN?

      10th February 2024

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually

    • FORMAT

      Online

  • Are you a natural problem-solver? Do you believe in the practical application of mathematical knowledge? Did you realize that mathematics is the key element in many industries? The main organizations are using mathematics to create sustainable business models.

    If you believe mathematics is a catalyst for innovation, you will be interested in entering this competition. Prepare yourself to solve several real-life problems and do not miss the chance to put your skills to the test.

    IE University Math Challenge is a global competition where students will prove their analytical and critical thinking skills and have the chance to win an exclusive award to study at IE University.

    The challenge will be divided in two phases.

    • WHEN?

      17th February, 2024 (Phase 1) & 2nd March, 2024 (Phase 2 – Final- Only selected participants from Phase 1)

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually

    • FORMAT

      Online

  • Likes and dislikes play a major role in shaping the many decisions we make throughout the course of our daily lives. We must choose what to eat, what to wear, who to see, and what to do. Our conversations often involve discussions of our likes and dislikes, from what series to watch on Netflix, which concert to attend, where to eat lunch, or what to do on the weekend. Likes and dislikes form the backbone of our online presence, leaving a digital trail that provides insight into our personality, interests, beliefs, hobbies and beyond. As consumers, our purchasing behavior reflects our likes and dislikes; in some cases, based on a careful evaluation of the available information, whereas in others, based on what makes us feel good or seems correct. We live in a media-enriched environment in which advertisers fight to capture, direct, and control our attention in order to influence our likes and dislikes. The same can be said for health professionals who seek to change our daily routines, politicians who seek our endorsements, and charitable organizations who seek our donations.

    If you want to gain a deeper understanding of when, how, for whom, and why different tactics of influence can shape our attitudes and behavior, then this challenge is the perfect opportunity to develop and apply your knowledge on these fascinating topics that are relevant to nearly every dimension of our daily lives. The IE University Strategic Influence Challenge is a global competition that provides participants with the opportunity to demonstrate their analytical, critical thinking, and creative skills for the chance to obtain an exclusive award to study at IE University.

    In this live virtual session, Professor Joshua Guyer will provide more context on the different tactics of influence. He will also explain the assignment to be able to compete in this challenge.

    • WHEN?

      16th March 2024

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually

    • FORMAT

      Online

  • Trailer of Space Governance Multiplayer Simulation
    Play

    Today the world changes faster than ever before. The development of new technologies, the opportunity to discover new worlds, and constantly shifting geopolitical realities raise important questions about what the future of global affairs will look like.

    No doubt, the space and cyber realms will likely play increasingly important roles in the future of geopolitics. How will they shape the way that international actors engage with each other? Further, what can space and cyber affairs teach us about the nature of complex strategic interactions more generally.

    To explore these questions, Professor Andrew Bertoli will guide you through an interactive simulator named "Facing New Challenges in Space and Cyber Affairs".

    The simulator will help you understand that challenges in world politics often involve multiple collective action problems. It will also teach you how space debris and cyber warfare will likely complicate global affairs in the coming years.

    To reach the best outcome, you will learn to strategize, negotiate, and consider different points of view about how to advance in the game.

    Moreover, once you have participated in this virtual session, you will be able to submit an assignment and compete for an exclusive award to attend IE University.

    • WHEN?

      13th, April 2024

    • WHO?

      High School students starting university in September 2024 or September 2025

      Applicants participate individually

    • FORMAT

      Online