IE University in Spain and State Street Global Advisors Partner to Boost Career Opportunities in Asset Management

IE University has signed a strategic partnership with State Street Global Advisors, the world’s fourth-largest asset manager, opening new pathways for students and graduates to accelerate their careers in the asset management industry. The agreement was signed by Ann Prendergast and Matteo Andreetto at State Street Global Advisors, and Inés Drieselmann, Vice President of Alumni and Careers at IE University. Through this agreement, IE University and State Street Global Advisors will partner on the development of mentoring initiatives and networking events to benefit students and graduates of IE University.

Ann Prendergast, Head of Europe, Middle East and Africa for State Street Global Advisors, comments: “SSGA is pleased to partner with IE University in Spain to contribute to the development of the next generation of financial services professionals. Our agreement will build closer ties between IE University and SSGA, allowing students to benefit from the first-hand, practical experience of our subject matter experts, who will visit the university as guest lecturers and speakers. Spain is a key market for our strategic growth plans; as such we’re proud to support the education of the industry professionals of the future and look forward to working alongside IE University to this end.”

“This strategic partnership between IE University and State Street Global Advisors marks a significant step in bridging academia and the asset management industry,” said Inés Drieselmann. “By fostering talent development, industry engagement, and real-world learning opportunities, we are equipping future leaders from two globally recognized institutions with the skills and insights needed to thrive in global financial markets." 

State Street Global Advisors, which manages over $4 trillion in assets worldwide, will also contribute to IE University’s academic ecosystem by presenting real-world business challenges within program curricula and participating in the Young Corporate Partners Program, an initiative that connects top IE University talent with leading companies across various sectors.

Students will benefit from a structured framework that ensures a continuous exchange of information regarding career opportunities in areas such as technology, data, and sustainability. 

About State Street Global Advisors

For over four decades, State Street Global Advisors has served the world’s governments, institutions, and financial advisors. With a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis, and market-tested experience, and as pioneers in index and ETF investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. As a result, we have become the world’s fourth-largest asset manager* with US $4.67 trillion^† under our care.

*Pensions & Investments Research Center, as of 12/31/23. 

^†This figure is presented as of March 31, 2025 and includes ETF AUM of $1,553.58 billion USD of which approximately $106.42 billion USD in gold assets with respect to SPDR products for which State Street Global Advisors Funds Distributors, LLC (SSGA FD) acts solely as the marketing agent. SSGA FD and State Street Global Advisors are affiliated. Please note all AUM is unaudited.

About IE University

IE University promotes positive change through education, research, and innovation. The institution offers a technology-based learning ecosystem for leaders with a global vision, an entrepreneurial mindset, deep respect for diversity and sustainability, and a unique focus on the humanities. IE University is comprised of six schools: IE Business School, IE Law School, IE School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs, IE School of Architecture and Design, IE School of Science and Technology, and IE School of Humanities. IE University has a faculty of more than 500 professors who produce high-quality research and teach students from 160 countries in Bachelors, Masters and Executive Education programs. IE University's platform of more than 82,000 alumni is present in 185 countries.