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“Move fast and break things”: innovation, humanities and technology

IE University’s Junior Advisory Board program challenges high school students to shape the future through interdisciplinary thinking. This annual program invites teenagers from around the world to engage in academic and multicultural discourse.

Each year features a different theme aimed at fostering innovation, critical thinking and new perspectives on current issues. 

Which of IE University’s tech competitions is the one for you?

At IE University, we want you to step out of your comfort zone and into the real world. As part of the Bachelor in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence and Bachelor in Data and Business Analytics, you can choose to participate in one of three competitions to test your skills and push your boundaries.  The […]

Empowering Future Leaders Through the IE Business Case Competition

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The event featured participants from renowned global institutions BI Norwegian Business School Oslo, Universidad Panamericana de Mexico, Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Babeș-Bolyai University, Maastricht University, University of Amsterdam, USC Marshall School of Business, and IE Business School. Students had a unique opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge to […]

Taking Debating Into The Real World: The Model United Nations Experience

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Members of the IE Debate Club had a taste of what working for the United Nations involves by participating in one of the world-famous Model United Nations (MUN) events. The club has a proud tradition of involvement in the annual circuit, even hosting IE University’s own MUN conference. However, this year’s event was not too […]

IE University Students Take on LIMUN 2024

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The London International Model United Nations (LIMUN) aims to advance international dialogue and diplomacy. For over 20 years, the conference has fostered debate and advocacy among high school and university students from all over the world. The theme for LIMUN 2024 was “Humanity in Diplomacy: Reinvigorating Global Governance.” It acknowledges the unprecedented times in global […]

The Bachelor in Design’s Real-World Project with Tetra Pak

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Sustainable Packaging, Sustainable Solutions The Bachelor in Design at IE University is a comprehensive program created for students looking to design a more sustainable life. Using a project-based methodology, this program places students in the heart of the world of work.  As part of this methodology, the program has collaborated with Tetra Pak, a leading […]

The UNSSC Summer Research Program: A Uniquely Immersive, and Important, Experience

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A joint initiative between IE University and the United Nations System Staff College, the Summer Research Program is specifically designed to provide students of the Bachelor in International Relations with practical skills such as teamwork, research and data analysis, and provide in-depth, firsthand knowledge about the innovative activities going on within the UN system.  The […]

Nudgeathon 2024: Opening Doors to Real-World Career Opportunities

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Nudgeathon 2024 is set to welcome several international teams to IE University for a unique, three-day event. In this edition of the first Nudgeathon to be held in Madrid, bachelor’s and master’s degree students from universities all over the world will come together to participate in a real-world challenge aimed at applying behavioral science to […]

IE University and the OECD Team Up for a Hands-On Summer Program

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The OECD is an international organization focused on creating policies that will help improve lives. Fostering equality, opportunity, well-being and prosperity, the OECD works alongside governments and policy makers to share best practices and knowledge, and to build a forum for people to find solutions to social, economic and environmental challenges.  Bringing our students to […]

IE University Students Attend the UIA Conference in Rome

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At IE University, our students are driven to participate in hands-on experiences in order to take their learning to the next level and stand out from the rest. To that end, two of our students took the initiative to attend the UIA 67th Congress in Rome, an annual event dedicated to bringing together the world’s […]

The Bachelor in Design: A Transversal Program Full of Opportunities 

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The Bachelor in Design at IE University is a rigorous program for curious, critical and creative students who are looking to use real-life projects to tackle today’s complex design challenges. Program graduates are prepared to make a meaningful impact through roles in spatial design, product design, design consultancy, user experience, strategic design or visual design. […]

An Inside Look at the IE University Model United Nations

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In our continued mission to bring learning to life, IE University recently hosted the 2023 edition of the IE University Model United Nations (IEUMUN) conference. Simulating several UN agencies, students have the chance to step out of the classroom and into the shoes of committees working toward change. More than just a learning experience, IEUMUN […]

The IE Climathon: From Theory to Real-World Impact

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One of the many benefits of studying at IE University is the vast array of opportunities to participate in international competitions and challenges. One such event is the Climathon, an independently organized event funded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology Climate-KIC, the EU’s largest public-private partnership using innovation to address climate change and […]

Why You Should Participate in the AEALCEE Conference—A Student’s Perspective

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The AEALCEE is an organization designed to bring together students from universities across Spain who are working toward careers in economics and business. The association gives students a platform to present their ideas, collaborate with like-minded young professionals and participate in the analysis and improvement of student and professional life in the industry.  Bringing together […]

Taking Learning Outside the Classroom and to the Corporate World

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Connecting students with a wide range of companies, the Young Corporate Program (YCP) allows first-year single degree and second-year dual degree bachelor’s students at IE University to dive into the world of work. From multinationals and startups to nonprofit organizations, these companies benefit by securing talented young professionals before they graduate, and our students benefit […]

RAIA Summer Research Program Participants Shine a Light on Global Climate Leaders

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Working in teams of two, students were tasked with conducting deep research into an influential individual in the environmental sphere. Following RAIA’s methodology, they were challenged to produce an executive summary of their own findings, a comprehensive profile of the subject of their research, a visual policy brief, a 20- to 30-minute discussion podcast, a […]

IE Impact Xcelerator: Coming Together for Global Impact in Science and Tech

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For students of the Bachelor in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, the IE Impact Xcelerator offers unparalleled opportunities. This unique platform was established in early 2023 to bridge the gap between academia and industry, with a particular focus on new and emerging technology. Serving as part of IE School of Science and Technology’s outreach to […]

Pushing Quantitative Data Boundaries at the International Quant Championships

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The International Quant Championships bring together students, academics and professionals from all over the world to apply their quantitative skills at the intersection of data and financial markets. Designed and hosted by WorldQuant, teams are tasked with developing and backtesting predictive mathematical models—and this year’s teams had access to robust fields of data and tools, […]

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 […]

The Coca project: students come together from disparate backgrounds in a common cause

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Shannon Clancy is about to begin the third year of her Bachelor in International Relations. Describing herself as driven and enthusiastic, her passion for sustainability and problem-solving through public policy saw her sign up for the Coca project, a community engagement initiative designed to help revive the town of Coca near Segovia. Coca is a […]

Uniting academia and defense: young voices weigh in on the future of global security

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Right before the Summit, however, IE University’s Center for the Governance of Change launched Safer Tomorrow: Security Starts with YOU(TH). According to the Center’s project coordinator, Irene Pujol, this initiative aims to help young people become more aware of global security and defense concerns, as well as offer them a platform to address the emerging […]

What’s next for EU-US Relations? Finding a common transatlantic approach

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This third edition convened an exclusive meeting of the minds between leading academics, experts in the Atlantic geopolitical space and past and present fellows from each organizing institution. A series of focused, closed-door sessions led participants through lively discussions on trade, energy, technology, the Russo-Ukrainian war and recent developments in Asia, Latin America and the […]

IE University and La España Azul: an unforgettable experience

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A remarkable opportunity In collaboration with IE University and IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, La España Azul created an exciting opportunity for students: the chance to pitch their ideas in a marketing and communication competition. The winning proposals would join La España Azul on an expedition in Valencia.  La España Azul is […]

IE Finance Club attends the Alternative Investments Conference in London

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At IE Finance Club, we are dedicated to providing sound financial education to the IE University student body and part of our mission includes attending events where we gain unique insights into the industry. “From the Talent & Careers department at IE University we encourage all students interested in Finance to join the club to […]

The Paris hackathon experience: Representing IE University at the forefront of tech innovation

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The Paris Hackathon’s objective The Paris Hackathon gathers blockchain enthusiasts, entrepreneurs and developers to hack, build and network in an innovative space, developing cutting-edge blockchain technologies for an entire weekend. A blockchain is essentially an information recording system that makes hacking nearly impossible.  Participants first obtain an in-depth understanding of such technology before building their […]

Student success at Universidad Rey Juan Carlos Model United Nations

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Meet the students Lucía Asúnsolo Lucía is a 3rd-year student from Madrid studying the Dual Degree in Business Administration & International Relations. “I chose this degree because I am very interested in international affairs, politics, history, culture, languages… and felt that adding another degree would be very helpful and open more doors for me.”  Logan […]

IE University students take on London International Model United Nations debate

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We spoke to three of the participants to find out about their experiences and what advice they would offer those who’d like to take part in this event in the future. Meet the students Constantin Mosch Originally from Germany, Constantin is a first year Dual Degree in Business Administration & International Relations student who chose […]

Success for IE University at Harvard National Model United Nations

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We interviewed six of the fourteen IE University students to hear about their experiences taking part in the Harvard National Model United Nations.  Meet the students Dario Esteban Dario is a first-year Bachelor in Data & Business Analytics student. “I chose my degree because I am certain that […] the future is data, and being […]

Diving into CIVICA with student ambassador Isabel de Valenzuela

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As part of our alliance, our students have the opportunity to serve as CIVICA ambassadors. As part of this opportunity, they work with a variety of students from other leading universities and educational backgrounds toward a common goal: implement lasting change at the university level. The alliance is financed by the European Commission and is […]

The Women Societies Alliance: Empowering women in business and STEM

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I’m Angela Brito, a third-year student in the Bachelor in Data & Business Analytics at IE University. I chose to study at IE University because of its values in diversity and inclusivity, as well as its continuous drive to grow and innovate alongside our changing world.  Pursuing a degree in STEM is like continuing my […]

Rethinking Mathematics at the Sixth Young Researchers Congress

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The Young Researchers Congress is a reputable forum that is geared towards young mathematicians, bringing the brightest analytical minds in Spain together to share new research and exchange new ideas. It also serves as the premier networking event for the community, allowing them to build and maintain collaborative bonds that could last a lifetime.  A […]

IE University at the WTTC Global Summit: Discovering New Opportunities in Sustainable Tourism

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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 […]

The UNSSC Summer Research Program: Real-World Learning Supporting International SDGs

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This summer, she participated in the IE University’s collaboration with the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) Summer Research program, which this year featured a report on lessons learned and good-practice monitoring in pursuit of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. We spoke to her about the experience. What made you excited about joining the Summer […]

Learning How to Drive Global Change in the UNSSC-IE Summer Research Program

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Gabriel Barceló is a fourth-year student in the Bachelor in International Relations who participated in this unique initiative. Born and raised in Mallorca, he moved to Madrid in 2019 to study at IE University. We sat down with him to ask about his experience. Why did you decide to join the UNSSC-IE Summer Research Program? […]

The IE Tower Workspace Challenge: Students Applying Behavioral Science and Design

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They conducted a study about campus experiences in IE Tower and worked to improve them by combining their knowledge and different perspectives from their programs. They worked to create new ideas to solve challenges that face students from various programs at the institution in their day-to-day use of the space within the impressive new building.  […]

Sebastian Segares: turning a passion for music into an exciting career

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Ever since he was a young boy, Sebastian Segares has had many opportunities to live outside his native Costa Rica and enjoys getting to know other people and different cultures. A highly creative person, he’s a keen photographer and surfer. But his main passion is music, which he admits has always been an important part […]

Emily Swann on Spending a Foundational Summer Working with the United Nations

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She recently got the chance to participate in one such beneficial activity: the Bachelor in International Relations-United Nations System Staff College Summer Research Program. It was a unique chance to work with one of the leading international organizations in the world. She also appreciates the many dedicated faculty and staff members at IE University, who […]

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 […]

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 […]

Harvard National Model United Nations: A new step for the IE University Debate Club

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Since the inception of the IE Debate Club, our vision was to become one of the most inclusive and active communities at IE University, and send internationally competitive collegiate debate teams around the world. After a few years, we were awarded Best Professional Club and Most Adaptable Club, and now have over 1,000 members across […]

Learning by doing through the National Budget 2022 simulation

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Zaid Madamgha and Miguel Estrada, students in the Dual Degree in Economics + International Relations, chat about their experience in the recent National Budget 2022 simulation and what they learned throughout the process. Students from the Dual Degree in Economics + International Relations program recently participated in the 2022 edition of the National Budget simulation. […]

The LawWithoutWalls Sprint 2022 event: much more than a think tank

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Final-year student David Meshaka, research assistant Tiffany Perez and venture capitalist Dustin Shay take us through their biggest lessons from the LWOW Sprint 2022 event LawWithoutWalls (LWOW) is a program designed to encourage creative problem-solving among professionals in the law and business fields. IE Univeristy hosted The LWOW Sprint 2022 event, it was a three-day […]

IE Honours Program students take on a social impact challenge

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High-performing bachelor’s students at IE University have the opportunity to collaborate, give back and learn all at the same time. Students from any IE University bachelor’s program who rank in the top 5% of their class can be invited to become part of the IE Honours Program, which fosters academic vigor and professional prospects through […]

Kick-off event: Comparative Law in Action competition 2022 

At the beginning of this month, we kicked off the second annual edition of IE University’s Comparative Law in Action Competition at IE Law School. This year, we’re thrilled that the competition will be able to take place in a blended format, combining both virtual and in-person activities. It’s an experience that is entirely unique […]

IE Foundation Prizes in the Humanities: channel your creativity

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What are the IE Foundation Prizes in the Humanities? The IE Foundation Prizes in the Humanities are annual awards that celebrate the IE University community’s creativity. The celebrated works are produced by students, alumni, faculty, and staff, and the awards are proudly hosted by the IE Foundation and the IE Arts & Humanities Division. There […]

The IE White & Case End of Degree Award: meet this year’s winner Blanca Muñoz Nogués

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Blanca Muñoz Nogués graduated from IE University earlier this year with the Dual Degree in Business Administration and Laws. Now, she has received the IE White & Case End of Degree Award for her exceptional research paper, titled “Proprietary Rights Over Securities Held Through the Blockchain. A Conflict of Laws Perspective.”   Six years ago, White & Case, one of the […]

IE University law students win European Moot Court Competition

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This year looked a little different than previous editions, where 80 teams from across the continent gathered online to compete. Students from IE University won it all, securing a traineeship at the Court. The team included third and fourth-year law students Anna Lotta Hattig (Dual Degree in Law and International Relations), Raquel Hazeu González (Dual […]

ÁNGELA CANO LLORET: An insightful view on this year’s Honours Program Challenge

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This year’s edition was organized by Amazon Alexa, the leading AI-powered virtual assistant, and we had to design a new way to use Alexa’s technology to improve higher education. Alexa, reinvent higher education A determined and motivated student, Ángela is a member of IE University’s Honours Program, and this year she participated in the Honours […]

The Mind Challenge: Using soft skills and analytics to solve real problems

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Yet to succeed in business, possessing relevant skills and techniques alone is not enough. IE University’s humanistic values ensure our students develop strong communication, dynamic teamwork, and effective collaboration skills to make a lasting impact. Designed by professor Rafif Srour Daher who acts as the program academic director and the visionary of the bachelor, the […]

Moot Court: Ecab Vazquez on personal and professional success

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Ecab Vazquez, born in Mexico City, intensive training in the martial arts from a young age honed a competitive spirit that he now considers vital to his academic achievements and his recent success with Team IE in the regional stages of the Moot Court competition.

Business Plan Challenge 2020: A bright vision for the future

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After a lot of hard work putting their ideas to paper and ironing out the smallest details, seven teams of IE University students gathered to pitch their up-and-coming business ideas at this year’s edition of the annual Business Plan Challenge.

The Viz Competition

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This competition, along with the numerous practical initiatives created by IE University, is one of the many examples of how our academic offering goes beyond the four walls of a classroom.

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.

Thriving at the Human Rights Moot Court Competition

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A team of students from our Bachelor of Laws won the European Human Rights Moot Court Competition in Strasbourg, France. Through an interview, the students and professors reflected about their experience and provided advice for successful teamwork and to thrive in this competition.

IEU Students at the 5th Europa Moot Court Competition

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IE University has been traveling to Greece for the past four years to participate in the Europa Moot Court Competition. This is a very prestigious event in which 8 teams from top universities across Europe and the Middle East compete, and IE has been invited year after year to take part.

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.

IEU Students at the Jessup Moot Court Competition

Jessup is the most prestigious international moot court competition in terms of Public International Law, where students have to deal with very complex cases. Our team won the prize for the most active on social media, due to their Instagram account.