From: IMBA team Date: April 30, 2025 Subject: IMBA Newsletter SEP 24 - April 30th
GRADUATION: STUDENT SPEAKER TRYOUTS
You can sign up now for the tryouts to be this year’s Speaker at your graduation ceremony and be honored to represent all your peers.
This year’s topic will be: READY FOR THE FUTURE
For all interested applicants, please find HERE a one-pager covering what is expected from your speech.
For the tryouts, we ask you to prepare a 3-minute speech on the topic presented. You don’t need to send us this speech before the audition, just prepare it and memorize it as much as possible.
Whoever wishes to audition, please fill out THIS FORM.
The deadline to apply is Monday, May 12th at 4 pm. After this date, we will send the signed-up students further details regarding the audition process and the date and location of the tryouts.
CoBS MODULE 2:
ONLINE CSR, ESG & SUSTAINABILITY LEARNING SUITE
Running from June 1st to 25th, 2025, this is your chance to dive into some of the most pressing global topics in a fully online format.
Choose 4 out of 8 engaging modules on topics like climate change, CSR in China, circular economy, inclusion, and more. Each module takes around 4 hours to complete, with extra readings and quizzes.
Earn two credits for your IE Certificate on Foundations of Sustainability and the CoBS Advanced Certificate (Module 2) upon completion of four modules.
MONDAY, MAY 19: DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR A DUAL DEGREE
If you want to apply to become a Dual Degree and begin a full Specialized Master’s Program in September 2025 instead of taking your IMBA Electives, the deadline for Dual Degree Admissions to receive all your application materials is Monday, May 19.
Review the information on the Dual Degree Guide (“Exit 2” information only) for an overview of how DD programs work.
Contact Dual Degree Admissions ASAP for specific program information and application instructions. You must submit all required documents to Admissions by May 19 (not merely express interest).
IMBA 15-month students can apply to participate in the “Global Network Week,” a short exchange week offered in October 2025 at various schools that form part of the Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM). Find out about this opportunity, application requirements, the selection process, and more at the info session on Monday, May 19, at 15:30 in MM-602.
If you can’t make it in person, the exchange details will be shared in the IMBA Student Guide afterward. Questions? Write gnam@ie.edu.
JOIN US FOR THE CIVICA GLOBAL FORUM 2025
Be part of a unique event bringing together thought leaders, policymakers, academics, and industry innovators to explore the transformative role of social sciences in addressing global challenges.
Under the theme "Leveraging Social Sciences in Higher Education: Navigating Global Challenges and Complexities" the forum will feature inspirational keynotes, high-level panels, and engaging discussions on topics shaping the future of higher education and society.
📍Date & Location: 6-7 May 2025 | IE Tower, Madrid
Visit IE Connects for the full agenda and register in advance: CIVICA Global Forum
IMBA Office: MM31, 6th Floor from 09:00 am - 6:00 pm.
