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Taking on the Big Apple at NYC Immersion Week

NYC Immersion Week

Discover how IE students unlocked exclusive access to NYC’s top companies—meeting industry leaders at Google, the UN, and the NYSE—while gaining insight into real-world challenges.

Driven to succeed by following his own path

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Hieu began working various jobs while studying in Japan, which inspired a new dream—to start his own business. He felt that the environment in Tokyo wasn’t giving him what he needed to succeed, though. I realized I wanted to learn more new things and push myself to be in a more challenging environment. Charles (Hieu) […]

Adeno: Getting the Youth Out to Vote With Technology

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François Mari first burst onto the global scene in 2022 during the French presidential elections. Along with his friend Grégoire Cazcarra, he created Elyze, a Tinder-like application that matched voters with their ideal candidates based on shared values and priorities. Soon, Elyze became the most downloaded app in France for that year. Now, François is […]

How One Entrepreneur is Taking on Costa Rica’s Retail Industry

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What inspired you to start your own business? During my internships at IE University, I had the chance to work for great serial entrepreneurs and their startups. This environment was the perfect fit: I felt very aligned with the values of creative problem-solving and the dynamic, risk-taking scene. Also, I was motivated to pursue a […]

The Ins and Outs of the IE Marketing Club With Its President

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Margaux Dedenis is originally from France but has lived abroad for the majority of her life. Her international background pushed her to find a university that would offer her similar diversity, leading her to IE University. Describing herself as a curious person and a keen sportswoman, Margaux enjoys a wide variety of things, including discovering […]

From Caracas to Madrid: One Alum’s Story of Entrepreneurial Success

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How did your background motivate you to pursue entrepreneurship? Raised in Caracas, Venezuela, I witnessed firsthand the challenges of living in a country with untapped potential. This experience motivated me to seek a better future at IE University, where I found an environment that inspired me to make a difference. ValdeAr confirmed my belief that […]

Overcoming Difficult Challenges in a Supportive University Environment

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Getting fully involved after a shaky start Juan freely admits that he was struggling to keep up with his peers at first. While he was still wrestling with understanding an early case study, all his classmates appeared to handle it confidently. Far from letting this discourage him, however, Juan threw himself into life at IE […]

IE University: Sibling Success Stories – Navigating Life and Learning Together

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Originally from Venezuela, sisters María Paula Ramos and María Verónica Ramos lived for twelve years in Saudi Arabia, moving on to a boarding school in Switzerland, before making their way to IE University. María Verónica credits IE University with giving her an opportunity to develop her relationship with her sister, who, she says, “challenges me […]

Flying High With Red Bull’s Graduate Program

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How did you find out about this opportunity at Red Bull? I came across this position at Red Bull shortly after I began looking for a job, at the start of my final year. I simply looked up entry-level positions at all of the companies that I was interested in working for. Red Bull was […]

Navigating the Pharma Landscape: A Graduate’s Experience at Roche

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I’m Luis Perez-Goicoechea Lemaigre-Dubreuil, a recent Bachelor in Business Administration graduate. With a natural inclination towards finance and intrigue in the pharmaceutical industry, my academic journey took an exciting turn during my final year at IE University. It was then that I embarked on an internship journey with Roche, one of the industry’s giants. This […]

IE Business School student wins the Student CSR Article Competition

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My name is Silvana Leyva and I’m from Colombia. I’m in my third year of the Bachelor in Business Administration program at IE University. I love IE University because it constantly offers students new opportunities and challenges to tackle. Their partnership with the Council on Business and Society led me to the 2023 Student CSR […]

First-year students give an unforgettable presentation—with surprise guests

While Erik Schlie, vice president for Global Alumni and IE Talent & Careers, was giving a tour of IE Tower to Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing, he noticed a group of students practicing a presentation, seemingly to a television screen, with no faculty member present. “We looked through the window rather curiously,” Erik recalls. “Someone […]

Tyra Mansson: A Life of Expansive Possibilities

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Tyra Mansson exemplifies the global face of IE University. Originally from the south of Sweden, she has lived in four other countries so far: Italy, Australia, Spain and Luxembourg. Tyra’s multicultural background shines through her multilingual fluency—she speaks English, Swedish, Spanish, and Italian—and a distinctly global outlook.  Now in her fourth year of the Bachelor […]

IE Venture Day Madrid 2022: a celebration of entrepreneurship

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IE Venture Lab plays a pivotal role in this process. Our startup incubator is a dynamic platform that allows students and alumni to take their academic projects or business ideas to the next level, training and mentoring them as they explore, validate and develop ready-to-launch startup ventures. This model’s success is most evident in our […]

A Focus on Career Development: Maricarmen Martinez

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Since beginning my studies in Business Administration at IE University, professional development has been a key area where I have focused my efforts. By being proactive, I have worked hard to understand the key drivers for career development. Not only does this include sharpening my understanding of the financial and banking sectors, but also honing […]

Meet Henry Bradford, new Associate Dean of the Bachelor in Business Administration

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Henry Bradford has built a reputation as an authentic and inspiring leader in corporate strategy, finance and governance. And now, he’s joining the IE Community as the Associate Dean of the Bachelor in Business Administration, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to this dynamic role. With a deep conviction in the transformative power of […]

Dat Tien Dinh: driving growth through internships

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I first learned about this internship opportunity from the official Deloitte career website. I applied hoping to put the knowledge that I’ve learned at IE University into practice while also bolstering my financial skill set even further.  The application process was quite extensive and involved resume screening and a financial analysis presentation of a retailing […]

Thinking outside the box: The innovative and thought-provoking Marketing in Action Challenge

For the 2022 challenge, students collaborated with The Room Mate Group, a global boutique hotel chain. Challenge participants were split into teams of ten and asked to work toward four main goals:  Applying theory to real-world situations Participating students are thrilled about the unique opportunity to use their newly learned skills in real situations in […]

Gabriel Menzies: how artificial intelligence will surpass human creativity

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I chose IE University due to a combination of location as well as education. I think that much of the learning that occurs during higher education doesn’t happen in the classroom. This is why it’s important to be in a place with a rich culture that allows you to have both freedom and opportunities. IE […]

The Global Consulting Practicum: A hands-on approach to real-world consulting

The BBA Global Consulting Practicum places students on teams and then matches each team with a leading company for a consulting project. Tasked with developing a business plan and implementing innovative consulting strategies, teams learn to work together and to provide a creative solution for the client.  A multitude of student benefits This program allows […]

Maria Costa Moncho: a world of possibilities

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Maria Costa Moncho is an undergraduate student at IE University, currently in her third year of the Bachelor in Business Administration program. Recently she enrolled in our international exchange program because she wanted to explore other places besides her native Spain. She decided on studying at the University of Warwick, located in Coventry, England. IE […]

Unlocking Longchamp x IE University

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On May 5 at 7 p.m., the students gathered at the Longchamp store on 56 Calle Serrano. They presented what they had been working on for the last few months: project proposals that would help the luxury brand find novel ways of associating with young consumers. The presentation was the icing on the cake for […]

ExtraStudent, the successful—and free—academic support platform designed by an IE University student

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Forbes’ 30 Under 30 includes Jules Simiand Brocherie on its list of young top talent, thanks to the educational project he created during the health crisis Jules Simiand Brocherie is in his second year of the Bachelor in Business Administration in Segovia IE University. In his room at his home in Paris, Jules Simiand Brocherie […]

Felix Veaux: How the IE Marketing Club transformed his university experience

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This is one of the reasons he loves IE University—there are so many opportunities to try something new. He describes it as the perfect place to explore your passions, and Felix’s love of marketing has allowed him to meet extraordinary people and pursue the career he’s always dreamed of. We speak to Felix about his […]

Reflecting on the past and looking to the future for Bachelor in Business Administration students Alicia Cisneros & Sergio Nührmann

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An education at IE University is about so much more than the degree one walks away with at graduation. Every aspect of IE University’s unique approach—from its cutting-edge facilities to its world-class educational quality, its innovative Liquid Learning approach, the wealth of extracurricular activities offered or the diversity of its community—contributes to an immensely rich […]

IE Entrepreneurship Summit: How and why two students launched this aspirational initiative

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Diego Rubio and Eugenio Gulminelli are two business-minded IE University students on a mission: to make entrepreneurship even more accessible for students. When passions converge Diego was born and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico, though he always dreamed of moving far away to “explore everything the world has to offer and my place within it.” Coming […]

Alejandro Astiaso at Didi’s National Fleet (Mexico City) | Your Own Path

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Alejandro is originally from Spain, but was educated at international schools in Spain before taking the Bachelor in Business Administration at IE University. He always wanted to be within a dynamic and international environment—particularly within a tech company. He currently works as a manager at Didi’s National Fleet, mainly in the vehicle solutions department. There, […]

IE University students put their practical skills to the test in the Marketing in Action 2020 challenge

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Students from the Bachelor in Business Administration headed to the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in mid-January 2020 for the launch of the Marketing in Action 2020 Challenge. The semester-long project—led by Teresa Serra—offered undergraduates a realistic taste of the world of consulting and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to collaborate with one of the most successful football teams on the planet.

The Global Consulting Practicum: A real-world consulting project for Bachelor in Business Administration students

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For the Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA) specifically, we’ve launched the BBA Global Consulting Practicum (GCP), which allows students to apply the concepts, methodologies, and analysis frameworks learned in the classroom to a real-world project. Global Consulting Practicum: What is it? The GCP challenges students to develop an innovative strategic and operational plan for the […]

Opening Doors to Business Success with Radisson Hotel Group

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Designed to provide a deep dive into revenue management in the hospitality industry, an international group of students from the Bachelor in Business Administration, as well as the Master in Management, were invited to take part in this unique experience. Participants hailed from all over the globe, including Germany, Chile, Colombia, and Côte d’Ivoire, to […]

Lea Mathies: An Honours Program student who rises to the challenge

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The annual Honours Program challenge achieves exactly this. By bringing together top students from multiple disciplines, it allows them to gain new skills as they unleash their combined potential. The second year of the challenge has recently taken place, and we got in touch with one of the participants, Lea Mathies, who’s studying the Bachelor […]

Iñigo Cavestany’s journey from student to professor at IE University

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A community of doers and makers For Iñigo Cavestany, the most powerful aspect of IE University is its constant experimentation. This close-knit community of doers and makers is always on the lookout for new developments and improvements, something that informs his daily life at a global tech company, IBM. As a digital and ecosystem advocate, […]

Bernardo Dillon at Quádriga (Mexico City) |Your Own Path

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Originally from Mexico, Bernardo Dillon studied the Bachelor of Business Administration at IE University before becoming CEO of Quádriga, the leading premium vehicle leasing company in Mexico City. At IE University, he greatly valued the quality of the conversations between classmates and professors, especially thanks to the richness of culture and diversity of his peers. […]

Grads Give Back: What you need to know about the Marketing sector

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Originally from Stuttgart in Germany, Valentin Schoettle first joined IE University for his Bachelor in Communication and Digital Media, from which he graduated in 2015. After a brief spell of internships, Valentin then decided to return to IE University to study the Master in Corporate & Marketing Communication, from which he graduated in 2017. Currently, […]

Adriana Unzueta at Inter-American Development Bank (Washington) | Your Own Path

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For Bolivian Adriana, who took the Bachelor in Business Administration at IE University, success means having a positive impact on society and the environment, while also taking every opportunity to give back. She works as an Infrastructure and Energy Operations Consultant at the Inter-American Development Bank in the extractive industry division. She’s currently working on […]

Bend it like a bachelor’s student: the Segovia Inter-Bachelor Football Tournament

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Students formed teams with classmates from their bachelor’s program and took to the pitch to show off their skills and bond over some friendly games. We sat down with tournament players Vera Prohaska (Bachelor in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence), Manuela Del Solar (Bachelor in Business Administration), Augustus Sirbu (Bachelor in International Relations), Teresa Olombrada […]

Grads Give Back: What you need to know about the consumer goods industry

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During the event, three IE University graduates shared their stories of the day-to-day as a consumer goods industry professional in their respective companies; P&G, Lavazza and Unilever. They offered advice on how to leverage IE University resources and the alumni community, and described the perks of working in this industry—highlighting the fact that despite the […]

Arvid Friberg on finding your billion-dollar idea

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We sat down with him to talk business and about his plans for the future. He told us how socks, bamboo and the meaning of a billion-dollar idea drive him to continue creating. Tell us about yourself and why you chose to study at IE University.  I’m from Stockholm, Sweden. I’m a first-year Bachelor in Business […]

Cutnut founders: Bejamin Ranft, Philipp Nette & Teiko Wilenius | Your Own Path

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These IE University graduates are taking the entrepreneurial world by storm. The trio created Cutnut, a B2B software used by companies to produce, and distribute high-quality story content for their social media platforms, websites, and apps. They have been featured in this year’s Forbes 30 under 30 list for European media and marketing, and their […]

Philippine Domange at Salesforce (Dublin) | Your Own Path

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Philippine is always looking to get involved in extracurricular activities. At IE University, she made the most of the diverse community on campus, immersing herself in team-based experiences. She discovered how to organize teams to improve productivity, and her innovative mindset has helped make the most of her time there. Thanks to these skills developed […]

Giacomo Coppola on business, tech, and going big or going home!

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This year, graduation was a bit different—Giacomo had to celebrate it online. Students had the opportunity to take part in all types of activities, which ranged from a Fortnite tournament, cooking with renowned chef Dani García, and being part of the after party with Steve Aoki, a world-famous DJ. This was all great fun, but […]

Transferring to IE University: Jorge San Román’s story

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As an institution that prides itself on diversity, every year we welcome undergraduate transfer students from all over the world. These students enrich all aspects of our university and community. From overcoming challenges to achieving hard-earned success, they each bring a unique story to their new school.

Meet Camila, a student who is cultivating her passion

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Get to know Camila Barbagallo, a Bachelor in Data and Business Analytics student, who came to IE University with a plan of study that has slightly changed thanks to the opportunities she has received while on campus.

Why is a business model important?

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A business model may seem like a straightforward concept. But the term has shifted and changed over time. Today, if a company is incapable of creating an innovative and flexible business model, that could be its downfall.

How the BBA will lead you to international success

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The Bachelor in Business Administration at IE University is an international business program led by IE Business School. The effortless combination of learning and experimentation enables students to develop the necessary business acumen to pursue any career in an international context. Below are just some of the ways in which the Bachelor in Business Administration […]

Learn of the BBA Business Challenge from its Executive Director

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The first edition of the IE University BBA Business Challenge was a massive success, welcoming 32 Business Administration students from eight universities from all over the world, including China, Canada, Sweden, Australia, Norway, Spain, and the US. The competition was held on IE University’s campus in Segovia this past February 2019.

A renewed and innovative Bachelor in Business Administration

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Marc Smelik is the Associate Dean for the bachelor programs at IE Business School. IE Business School is an international business school, well-known for its innovation and its dynamic nature in developing new programs like the Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA). In this interview, Marc Smelik explains key developments of the BBA program and why […]

Faces of IEU: Rita Fernandez Gasalla

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Rita has excelled in BBA and been highly involved in university life, as founder and president of IE’s Padel and Business Insights Clubs. At the same time, she has somehow managed to lead a double life, training to become a professional soprano. Learn more about her experience.

Armando Martin wins the Jumping Talent 2018 Competition

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This event brings together nearly 100 of the top student talents in Spain and 12 large corporations including Bricomart, Burguer King, Calidad Pascual, EY, Hilti, Indra, Leroy Merlin, LG, MediaSetEspaña, Saint-Gobain and Banco Santander.

Three IE University graduates created their own company: Cutnut

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Three IE University students, Teiko Wilenius (Dual Degree in BBA and LL.B.), Philipp Nette (BBA) and Benjamin Ranft (BBA), have become entrepreneurs after completing their studies and starting their own company. They have been  featured in this year’s Forbes 30 under 30 list for European media and marketing. 

The young humanitarian entrepreneur

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“Being an entrepreneur doesn’t just mean being able to set up a business, it’s much more: entrepreneurship is about taking action.”

IE University students win the Sales & Trading Competition

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We are happy to share that two IEU students, Phatcharapol Mongkolkamarat (BBALLB) and Gonzalo Merino Esparza (BBA), have won the Sales & Trading competition organized by the Asia Investment Banking Conference and HSBC, which brought together more than 300 students from approximately 50 renowned universities across the globe.

The Dream Job: Working for Deutsche Bank

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The growth of the financial sector worldwide, particularly in recent years, has encouraged an increasing number of students to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.