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Dual Degree in Business Administration + International Relations

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Dual Degree in Business Administration + International Relations

duration5 years

languageEnglish

locationSegovia or Madrid

intakeSeptember

Mode of StudyFull-time

FormatIn-person

duration5 years

languageEnglish

locationSegovia or Madrid

intakeSeptember

Mode of StudyFull-time

FormatIn-person

THE DUAL DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

The Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations offers a comprehensive look at international affairs and business. Students explore political, economic and social systems to understand how these areas interact with the world of business. The program combines the expertise of two prestigious, globally focused Schools; IE Business School and the IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs.

**Students who complete a Dual Degree at IE University receive two undergraduate diplomas upon graduation. Both programs are fully compliant with the Bologna Process and accredited by the Spanish Government and the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). This IE University Dual Degree is taught in Madrid at CES IE.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR

IS FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE…

dynamic, globally focused, business minded and committed to discovering new perspectives while cultivating critical thinking skills.

LOOKING FOR…

a challenging, international program which offers a solid foundation in business, geopolitics and current events.

TO BECOME...

a consultant for an international organization
an executive in a multinational corporation
a development expert for an NGO
a social entrepreneur

location

You can study the Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations in Segovia and Madrid. If you decide to start in Segovia, you will spend the first two years at the campus in Segovia, before moving to Madrid for your third, fourth and fifth years. If you start the program in Madrid, however, you will spend all five years of the program in the Spanish capital.

Study in Madrid

Study in Segovia

FACT SHEET

PROGRAM

Dual Program in Business Administration and International Relations

Bachelor in Business Administration and Bachelor in International Relations

DURATION

5 years

LANGUAGE

English

CENTRES OF STUDY AND NUMBER OF PLACES

Centro de Estudios Superiores IE (Madrid)

Bachelor in Business Administration – 500 places

Bachelor in International Relations – 160 places

Facultad de Ciencias Humanas, Sociales y de Comunicación (Segovia)

Bachelor in Business Administration – 200 places

Bachelor in International Relations – 60 places

CREDITS

Total number of credits: 480 (240 + 240) ECTS*

Distribution of credits and subjects**:

Core subjects – 120 ECTS

Mandatory subjects – 234 ECTS

Elective subjects – 102 ECTS

Final Project – 24 ECTS

AREA OF KNOWLEDGE

Economic Sciences, Business Administration, Marketing, Trade, Accounting and Tourism

Social Sciences, Social Work, Labour Relations and Human Resources, Sociology, Political Science and International Relations

TEACHING METHODOLOGY

Face-to-face

SPANISH MINISTRY’S REGISTRY OF UNIVERSITIES, CENTRES AND DEGREES

RUCT

ASSURANCE AGENCY

ACSUCYL*** – Buscador Títulos Oficiales

*European Credit Transfer System

**The character of the subjects is defined by the Spanish legislation

***Quality Assurance Agency for the University System in Castilla y León

Reasons to study this dual degree

Reasons to take the Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations at IE University.

01.

Gain an international business perspective

By merging the extensive expertise of IE Business School with the international profile of IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, you’ll learn from top professionals, academics and world leaders, benefiting from the close partnerships both schools have with the global business world.

02.

Travel and become a global citizen

The international scope of this program provides a global vision of business and international relations within a diverse community. Spend a semester abroad at one of our prestigious partner universities in over 50 countries worldwide. Learn other languages and unlock a world of possibilities.

03.

Outstanding faculty

Our world-renowned faculty inspires students to consider new perspectives. Thanks to our 12:1 student-to-professor ratio in this dual degree, small class sizes allow for regular, personalized feedback, while our academic mentors provide guidance and resources to help you realize your full potential.

04.

Customize your studies

Decide the path you want to pursue and customize your program with elective courses curated to help you reach your career goals. Enhance your critical-thinking skills to approach complex problems from diverse perspectives. Receive help and resources to bring your own ideas or startup to life.

05.

Benefit from our groundbreaking partnerships

IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs’ partnership with the UNSSC provides opportunities with the UN throughout your studies including summer programs, mentoring sessions and capstone projects. Meanwhile, IE Business School’s Corporate Mentorship Program connects students with volunteer mentors and senior professionals from across the corporate world.

06.

INNOVATIVE AND PRACTICE-BASED

We are leaders in innovative teaching methodologies. To prepare students to face real-world professional challenges, we help students put theory into practice through IR Labs, summer internships and study abroad opportunities.

07.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

If you want to launch a project, social initiative or business, we’ll help you find the resources you need to bring your idea to life.

08.

AACSB & EQUIS ACCREDITED

Stand out with an AACSB and EQUIS accredited degree in business. This prestigious accreditation is given only to the world’s best business schools.

09.

YOUR DEGREE, YOUR WAY

Customize your study path to reach your career goals. Our academic mentors provide guidance and resources to help you realize your full potential.

10.

TWO FULLY ACCREDITED DEGREES

Upon graduation, you will have two degrees, both fully compliant with the Bologna Process and accredited by the Spanish government and the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). Start your career with a competitive edge.

Dual Degree in Business Administration + International Relations pillars

BEGIN YOUR GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

Studying at IE University places you within a unique international environment that fosters a global mindset. Surrounded by a diverse community on campus and in the classroom, you will discover new perspectives and explore different worldviews. Our students also have access to a wide selection of study abroad opportunities at over 90 partner institutions.

DEVELOP MANAGEMENT SKILLS

In this program, you will benefit from IE Business School’s world-class expertise to acquire the global management profile top corporations are looking for. Our students become well-rounded professionals, able to develop policies, manage projects and adapt to a variety of corporate settings.

EXPERIENCE A PRACTICE-BASED APPROACH

Our hands-on program simulates the real-world challenges you’ll face in your professional career. Through specialized training in negotiation, strategy and public speaking, you will develop a unique skill set that stands out in today’s job market. In class, you’ll obtain solid foundations in theory, which you will put into practice through summer internships or IEU Labs.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

During the program, you will learn how to design initiatives that add value to society. Our students are also encouraged to participate in social impact projects where they coordinate non-profit initiatives. If you have an idea for a business or a non-profit, take it to the IEU Start-Up Lab, where you will find all the resources you need to bring it to life!

Student Stories

At IE University, more than 75% of our student body comes from outside Spain, representing an average of 130 nationalities on campus each year. We take great pride in these numbers—and in the individuals behind them.

Our students are natural go-getters with a global outlook and a dream of a better future. Regardless of their degrees or passions, they strive every day to unleash their innovative potential and reach their goals. Driving this shared vision are people from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. They are both united and entirely unique. These are our students. Discover their stories.

"Segovia is a wonderful city with unique charm. In every corner of the city there’s a piece of history."

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"IE University was always my first choice; the university offered me more than the Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations. I wanted to study at a university in English in order to continue improving my language skills."

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"The education is flexible, creativity is a constant in the classroom and the professors are highly connected to the real world. They help us grow our ideas and they know how to encourage an entrepreneurial spirit."

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"I realize now that most of the time it is in fact ourselves who are unaware of our own potential. Nevertheless, I pushed myself to try, and now I couldn’t be happier about my decision."

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"During the pandemic, IE University showed its students a great example of flexibility that we will hopefully be able to implement in our own lives."

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GET TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THIS DUAL DEGREE

Borja Santos, Vice Dean of IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, and Henry Bradford, Associate Dean of the Bachelor in Business Administration explain in-depth the Dual Degree in Business Administration and International Relations.

Faculty Stories

Our 500-strong faculty guides students to unleash their potential day in, day out. Their influence across all five Schools can’t be overstated, inspiring young, energetic minds as they define their personal and professional trajectories.

But what kind of person does it take to create such impact? The individuals that make up the IE University faculty are special. Coming from diverse, global backgrounds, they each bring distinct perspectives and innovative ideas that embody what makes IE University stand out. Their stories are personal and unique—but don’t take our word for it. Read their stories to see for yourself.