IE University strengthens its academic leadership with the appointment of Rocío Bonet as Dean of Faculty

IE University has appointed Rocío Bonet as Dean of Faculty with the aim of reinforcing its academic strategy, driving faculty development, strengthening its commitment to research, and fostering the growth of PhD programs. Rocío Bonet, who previously served as Vice Dean of Faculty Growth and Development, was also Director of the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at IE University.

Rocío Bonet earned her Ph.D. in Management from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. She joined IE University in 2008 as a Professor of Human Resources and Organizational Behavior and conducts her research at the intersection of human resources and labor economics. Her research work has been published in internationally leading academic journals such as the Strategic Management Journal, Academy of Management Journal, and Organization Science. Additionally, she has won grants from world-renowned institutions, including a Marie Curie Fellowship and a Graduate Management Association Council grant.

"Universities are built on the quality of their faculty and the ambition of their research. Rocío Bonet brings an exceptional combination of academic achievement, institutional experience, and a clear vision for faculty development. Her appointment will help IE University consolidate a research-driven academic model", said Manuel Muñiz, Rector of IE University in Madrid.

"Professor Bonet is an internationally recognized scholar, as evidenced by her appointment as Associate Editor of such top-tier, premier outlet as Strategic Management Journal. Her interdisciplinary academic approach gives her a broad perspective across fields and, together with her distinguished scholarly record, provides her with the best qualifications for the position of Dean of Faculty", added Salvador Carmona, Rector of IE University in Segovia.

"I am very excited to take on this new challenge and grateful for the opportunity to contribute, from this new position, to the development of IE University. As a professor and researcher in Human Resources, I have always believed that people are the most important asset of any organization. This is particularly true in a university, where excellence is built on the talent, commitment, and ambition of its faculty. I look forward to working with our entire community to continue creating an environment in which our faculty can fully develop and to further strengthen IE University’s commitment to excellence in research and Education", concluded Rocio Bonet.