This week, IE University celebrated the graduation of students from its Master in Management, International MBA, Executive MBA, and Global Master in Real Estate Development programs. Held at IE Tower, the institution’s vertical, technology-driven and sustainable campus in Madrid, the ceremonies brought together graduates representing more than 100 nationalities.

The events featured keynote speakers who are leading figures from the corporate and business sectors, including Luis Megías Pérez, CEO of BlackRock; Mercedes Oblanca, President of Accenture; Joerg Hildebrandt, Managing Director and Senior Partner at BCG; José Antonio Martínez Aguilar, Founder and Global CEO of Making Science; Raquel García Manrique, General Manager Iberia at Estée Lauder, and Leslie Rubio, Managing Director and Country Head of Citi Portugal, among others. The top executives shared insights with the new graduates on the keys to professional success, leadership, innovation, and business transformation. 

IE New York College

In parallel, on December 13, IE New York College celebrated the graduation of its first cohort. The Class of 2025 completed the Master of Science in Business for Social Impact and Sustainability, a program that reflects IE New York College’s commitment to globally minded, purpose-driven education. The ceremony, which took place at Lincoln Center in New York, featured remarks by Lilian López, Managing Director; Manuel Muñiz, Chair of the Board of Trustees; and Jacqueline LeBlanc, President of IE New York College. In addition, Carolina García Arbeláez, CEO and Co-founder of Myzelio, was in attendance and received the Sustainability Achievement Award.

IE New York College, a U.S. college officially recognized by the State of New York with IE University as its sole member, offers a Master of Science in Business for Social Impact and Sustainability and a Master of Science in Management. Located in SoHo, the College will expand its academic portfolio from September 2026 with a Master of Science in Finance, a Master of Science in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, and a Master of Science in Strategic and Creative Marketing, Communication and Media.