From Italy to Spain to Canada: Livia Ceribelli talks about Studying abroad for new experiences
My name is Livia Ceribelli and I’m from the Latium region of Italy. I grew up in historical Rome and attended an international school for my formative years. I chose to study at IE University because I was looking to step out of my comfort zone and the Bachelor in Economics helped me do that […]
IE University at the WTTC Global Summit: Discovering New Opportunities in Sustainable Tourism
For this edition, the theme was ‘Travel for a Better Future’, highlighting the industry’s efforts to recover in a post-pandemic world. However, the main focus was on sustainable tourism, with discussions centered around finding solutions that could move the industry toward a “safer, more resilient, inclusive and sustainable future.” IE University at the WTTC Global […]
Alan Calderon on life-changing experiences and discovering new passions
Life is too good not to enjoy it and focus on the bad things only. Alan Calderon I would describe myself as enthusiastic and highly motivated; I like to take the initiative and seek out new challenges. I try to contribute enthusiasm and positivity to everything I do, both learning from others and helping them […]
Using her International Education to Enhance the Financial Sector in Kenya
I completed my International Baccalaureate program at Mahindra United World College of India, which is where I first heard about IE University. During my sophomore year, different universities came to pitch their programs and recruit students, and IE University immediately piqued my attention. My International Baccalaureate program helped me realize I am passionate about economics […]
Giulia De Palmas: Taking Advantage of Unmatched Opportunities to Gain Real Experience
Right now, I’m in the fourth year of my Bachelor in Economics. For a subject that impacts much more broadly than many people realize, the program’s innovative and transversal approach corresponds perfectly with how I see Economics. I think I’ve fit in so well at IE University because I’m a multilinguist and lover of diversity. […]
Redefining development and growth for a changing world
Economic growth denotes the growth of the value of production in an economy, otherwise known as the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It depends on the level of capital accumulation—or investment—and its productivity. GDP growth used to be the only indicator of development. However, depending on its definition, GDP growth might not be a very useful […]
Understanding Economic History to drive positive change
How can we explain the difference in development between continents or neighboring countries? Why have some nations ‘succeeded’ while others have ‘failed’? These are just some of the questions that economists have been working to answer since the emergence of Economic History as another field of study in social sciences. What is Economic history and […]
Blockchain, markets and investments: what future?
Blockchain technologies are so crucial because they can determine the future of many sectors. That’s why, when it comes to online trading today, we cannot fail to look at this within that context, going deeper to see far beyond the famous cryptocurrencies. To have a profitable future, with strong and stable investments, we must understand […]
Balancing a nation’s books: Bachelor in Economics students take part in National Budget 2021
Designed and run by Professor Jose Manuel Puente, the exercise is a perfect case of learning by doing. As part of IE University’s Liquid Learning experience, students got a taste of the impact fiscal decisions can have on an entire country’s economy. Professor Puente is an economics expert and a consultant to the World Bank. […]
What to read if you’re interested in Economics—straight from an Econ expert
When you think of degrees centered around reading, Economics probably isn’t the first to spring to mind. However, we at IE University have designed an econ program with reading at its heart.
Do you have questions about the Bachelor in Economics? Our students are here to help!
As an incoming student, it’s normal to have questions! Giulia de Palmas and Pedro Marietto, current IE University Bachelor in Economics students, answered the most frequently asked questions to help clear up any of your doubts.
The world’s biggest gig: How the gig economy will change in the future
It was once more used in bars and other music venues, but now the term “gig” has grown to include any job that is paid per project, as opposed to on a salary.