Studying a Dual Degree at IE University Can Supercharge Your Future
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s imperative to equip yourself with the necessary skills and accolades to stand out from the competition. We understand that selecting the right program is challenging—but we’ve made the decision a little bit easier by allowing you to choose two with our dual degree programs. Each dual degree will take you […]
Iván Duque Márquez at IE University: Students Share Insights From a Powerful Masterclass
Recently, we held a one-of-a-kind masterclass geared toward undergraduate students of our international relations and economics programs. The “Strategy and Reality of Achieving the SDGs: The Case of Columbia” masterclass was delivered by Iván Duque Márquez, where he shared unique insights on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, environmental sustainability and the keys to development. Iván […]
Fostering Climate Action at MENA Climate Week 2023
Today, more and more countries are making sustainability a part of their long-term development agenda. Leading the way is Saudi Arabia which, through the Saudi Green Initiative, has committed to achieving net zero by 2060. It was also the host of MENA Climate Week 2023, the region’s premier platform to explore climate change-related issues. Exploring […]
Continuing a multicultural journey on the Segovia campus
I come from Colombia, and had lived in Bogotá for most of my life, until I made the decision to take the opportunity to leave home and complete my final two years of high school at United World College Maastricht, an international boarding school in the Netherlands. As a result of attending this high school, […]
Taking The First Step On The Professional Ladder
My name’s Almudena and I’m from Madrid. After studying Economics at a British School in Spain, I was really excited by the chance to continue exploring the field at IE University. The combination of high-quality teaching and the program’s practical focus has made me sure that this is the best first step on my professional […]
Gaining a Deeper Global Understanding During the UN Week
UN Week gave international relations students the opportunity to learn directly from experts on conscious negotiation, systems thinking and the essentials of project management, among other topics. The week included a series of masterclasses, lectures and a careers fair where students met top representatives from intergovernmental organizations. Adam Rose is a final year student in […]
Making a Global Impact Through the UNSSC-IE Summer Research Program
Marina spent the summer working as part of a team to prepare and present the report, Lessons learned and good practices in monitoring progress towards the SDGs, at the Directorate General of Sustainable Development Policies of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She worked alongside 19 other students on the Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs) published by […]
The Intersection of Hydropower and Geopolitics in Nepal: A Conversation with Anil Chitrakar
While trekking at an elevation of 4,100 meters, the IE Transformational Leadership Journey fosters teamwork, leadership, and ultimately, personal growth. What’s more, Bachelor in International Relations students delve into a practice-based curriculum where they learn about ancient Nepalese culture, foreign affairs, public policies and external factors shaping its internal development. One of the leaders behind […]
Lessons From Annapurna: Edurne Pasaban On The Key Insights Gained in Nepal
When I first scaled the peaks of Annapurna in 2010, I was nearing the end of a successful run in a long climbing career. As difficult as the journey was, it taught me many important lessons that I treasure even today. And after completing my last climb, I became the first woman—now, one of three—who […]
Sarosh Pradhan: A Journey of Self-Improvement, Discovery and Leadership
To learn more about what it’s like to take part in the IE Transformational Leadership Journey program and lead such a large and dynamic group of people across uncharted territory, we talked to an expert who’s been through the experience himself, Sarosh Pradhan. Sarosh Pradhan is the principal architect at his own architecture firm that […]
Economics, Finance, Politics and More: Miguel Estrada Shares His IE Experience
I have spent my entire life in Mexico City, apart from the one year I studied abroad in the south of Germany. I started my university studies at a school in Mexico City, but I never felt fulfilled. I wanted to love what I was doing, not just feel satisfied. In my search for something […]
Passion, Diversity and Curiosity: Marta Lázaro’s Recipe for Success
I grew up in Valladolid, a medium-sized city in the northwest of Spain. Although I’ve spent my whole life there, I was exposed to language and culture early on. I went to the French school, Lycée Français de Castilla y León, which combined French, Spanish and English in the classroom and French and Spanish culture […]