From: IMBA team
Date: March 19
Subject: IMBA Newsletter SEP 25 - March 19th



CALL TO ACTION

FINAL CALL: LAB SELECTION DEADLINE TOMORROW AT 9:00 AM

This is your last chance to submit your lab (or internship) preference for the upcoming lab period (June 8th - July 10th). Make sure you complete the form and select your preferred lab before the deadline.

If you still have questions or need guidance, check out the Student Guide and don't hesitate to reach out to the team at imba@ie.edu, we're happy to help.

Complete the form HERE

MEET YOUR CLASS REPS

Class reps

11-MONTH GRADUATION: REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHING 

The deadline to register yourself and your guests is Monday, March 23rd at 11:55 PM.

Key points: 

  • Event details and the registration form are on the Graduation Webpage
  • No late or guest registrations will be accepted after March 23rd. 
  • If you’re unsure of your guests, enter tentative names now. 
  • You can update them later only if they were registered before the deadline. 
  • Upload your final photo in the form, as it cannot be changed after submission. 

Extra tickets: 

  • If you need more tickets, ask classmates who may not use all of theirs. 
  • They can register your guest through their own form. 
  • If you won’t attend but want to pass your tickets to someone, select “Yes” in “Will you attend the Graduation ceremony?”. 
  • Students who select “No” will have all guest entries deleted once the form closes. 
  • This won’t affect anything. All students will always have a seat reserved. 

Questions? imbagraduation@ie.edu or Graduation FAQ page 

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15 MONTH STUDENTS: FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE ELECTIVE PERIOD!

To get all the details, make sure to check the Student Guide, where you'll find key information about this period.

Additionally, don’t miss the Info Session scheduled for next week—it’s essential to clarify any doubts and ensure you're fully prepared. Check your agenda!

FORESIGHT 2050: SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS

Reimagine corporate leadership in 2050 through the lens of social justice, diversity and inclusion. Participate in this international initiative [Foresight 2050], hosted by EDHEC in collaboration with IE, POLIMI, TUM and UCL.

Submit a one-page essay inspired by an artwork reflecting these values.

Selected students will travel to Nice (May 28th–30th, all expenses covered), connect with peers from leading European business schools, gain insights into sustainable business, and earn 2 credits toward the IE Certificate on Foundations of Sustainability.

Apply via IE Connects.
Deadline: April 9th.

MASTERCLASS WITH OLAF DIAZ-PINTADO, GOLDMAN SACHS

We are pleased to invite you to apply for an exclusive Masterclass with Olaf Diaz-Pintado, former Partner at Goldman Sachs.

  • April 21st & 23rd | 2:45 PM – 5:00 pPM
  • Mid-May: Lunch with top five students.

Places are limited and participation is subject to a selection process.

Applications close on March 27th.

👉 Apply HERE

If selected, attendance is mandatory and no waivers will be granted.

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GET YOUR SPOONS READY - IT'S PAELLA TIME!

Join us for the IMBA Paella Contest on Thursday, May 21st, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM in the MM31 BIS Yard. Show off your cooking skills and compete for the best paella. Don’t miss the chance to join the fun!

Spots are limited and registration is required.

  • Cost: €10 (includes food and drinks)

  • Sign-up period: March 19th until April 20th

  • Tickets are non-refundable

  • September 2025 and January 2026 intakes

Register HERE

¡Viva València i visca la paella!

Key contacts

IMBA Office: MM31, 6th Floor from 09:00 am - 6:00 pm.

IMBA General queries: IMBA@ie.edu.

Phone: (+34) 915 68 96 00