In an increasingly complex international landscape, the world requires dynamic leaders capable of tackling huge challenges head on to drive positive change. This cutting-edge Dual Degree offers students the opportunity to dive deeper into the global issues affecting our world today and the chance to acquire the practical and strategic skills needed to resolve them—all in under two years. The combination of the IMBA and the Master in International Development empowers students to think differently about development, emphasizing innovation, critical thinking, and leadership, to become passionate, bold, and entrepreneurial professionals. The Dual Degree pairs IE Business School’s flagship International MBA with the innovative Master in International Development, designed by IE School of Global & Public Affairs in close collaboration with the United Nations System Staff College. Students will explore every facet of the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda and its five critical dimensions—people, prosperity, planet, peace, and partnership—to understand the UN’s comprehensive roadmap to a more sustainable future. What’s more, they’ll get to grips with the latest strategy, project management, and leadership techniques to tap into their entrepreneurial mindset and sharpen their management acumen, ensuring they’re ready to lead teams forward on a global scale. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Requirements: - Bachelor degree from an accredited university*
- Official university transcripts (certified translation into English or Spanish)
- 1 page CV/Resume. See the example here.
- 1 essay
- Contact information of two relevant academic or professional references.
- English language certificate – we accept the TOEFL (minimum score of 100 but 105 recommended), the IELTS (minimum score of 7 but 7.5 recommended), Duolingo English Test (minimum score 130) or a Cambridge Advanced level. A certificate is not required if you are a native speaker, you completed an undergraduate degree in English, you have worked and lived for more than two years in an English speaking country, or if you have extensive professional experience in English. Nevertheless, should the Admissions Committee find it necessary, they may request one of the certificates mentioned above**
- Photocopy of current passport
- Passport size picture
*Possible additional legalization and/or translation requirements might be applicable. Please click here for more info.
**The validity of all previously mentioned English language certificates for IE’s admissions process is two years from the date you took the exam. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or DuoLingo
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
Take your IE Global Admission Test. You may also submit a GMAT or GRE score. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.