From: IMBA team
Date: November 20, 2025
Subject: IMBA Newsletter SEP 25 - Nov 20th



CALL TO ACTIONCHOOSE YOUR CONCENTRATION BY NOV 28TH!

Please choose your preferred Concentration along with your backup choice by Friday, November 28th, at 4 p.m. by filling out this form. All IMBA students must answer the form, except Exit 1 Dual Degree students.

Please check the Student Guide for further details.

If you still have doubts about your choice, you can discuss them with your Career Advisor.

If you have doubts about the selection process, contact us at imba@ie.edu.

BECOME A BuddIE FOR THE NEW IMBA INTAKE!

January is around the corner — and so is a new group of IMBAs ready to start their journey! As an experienced student, you can be the friendly face that makes their first days easier.

By joining the BuddIEs Program, you’ll:

  • Welcome a small group of new students over coffee.
  • Join Q&A sessions and community events.
  • Help build a supportive IMBA community from day one.
💡 What’s in it for you?

Boost your leadership and mentoring skills, expand your network, gain visibility within the IMBA community, and enjoy the rewarding experience of giving back.

👉 If you’re interested in joining, fill out this form and become a buddIE!

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COURSE SURVEYS!

Your feedback helps us make the IMBA better every term. Complete your course evaluations through the pop-up in Blackboard — it only takes a few minutes! Students who submit evaluations will receive their grades 7 days earlier.

*Note that the surveys are anonymous, so do not hesitate to complete them and share constructive feedback!

GET YOUR PROFESSIONAL PHOTOSHOOT DONE!

Need a professional LinkedIn photo? Come to the Media Lab (MMB-508) at María de Molina BIS and get the perfect shot! 🙌 

Dates available for the session are: 

  • Monday, November 24th – 10:30-13:30 
  • Friday, November 28th – 10:30-13:30 
  • Monday, December 1st – 10:00-13:30 

The sessions are divided into 10-minute slots, and each slot fits a maximum of 5 people. Please note that you can only choose one slot❗ 

Select your preferred time HERE

If no slots are available or you have additional questions, please contact imba@ie.edu for assistance. 

*Dress code: business or business casual.

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EXAMS ARE COMING UP!

Make sure your exam week runs smoothly by completing the following checks:

  • Reboot your laptop at least once a week
  • Fix the time zone of your computer to CET (Central European Time) to ensure your laptop shows the proper time
  • Completely log out of Blackboard on all devices (mobile, phones, tablets…)
  • Close all tabs and browsers that have an open session in Blackboard
  • Re-login into Blackboard with a single tab
  • Download and start the demo test for our proctoring tools: SMOWL and RESPONDUS

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