MASTER IN

INTERNATIONAL
RELATIONS

LAW, INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS & PUBLIC POLICY

In our globalized and evolving
world, we need professionals
with a multidisciplinary
approach to solve our
society’s most pressing
issues. The current landscape
requires dynamic, versatile
individuals who are ready
to lead positive, impactful
change in policy making,
international business and
civil leadership.
 ABOUT THE
PROGRAM
Your program overview

“While the
Mode of Study Full-time
academics were
rigorous and Format In-person
the networking
opportunities Intake September
were resourceful,
the most Duration 10 Months
unique and life-
changing aspect Language English
of the program
Location Madrid
was the diversity
represented by
the students and
professors. Gain the holistic skill set to
shape global affairs from
within government agencies,
corporations and civil society
or multilateral organizations.
Designed alongside the
Organization for Economic Co-
operation and Development
(OECD), you’ll gain hands-on
experience with the most vital
problems we’re facing today—
as well as the strategic tools to
Gabriela Gill, Venezuela overcome them.
 WHO IS THIS
PROGRAM FOR?
The perfect fit

This program is for high-potential

individuals, helping them become
innovative problem-solvers with the
broad insights and specific tools to drive
change on the global stage, whether
in the public, private or NGO sectors.
Upon completing the program, you’ll be
uniquely positioned to make a lasting,
positive impact.

For those who wish to

become...

Diplomatic Officer Public Affairs

Intelligence Analyst Consultant
International Aid/ Political Risk
Development Worker Consultant
Policy Officer

Your high-impact journey starts here. Find out more

WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM?
Reasons you should join

01 02
Gain skills to Study at a fully
over-come global accredited center
challenges IE University is a fully accredited
member of the Association for
Stay one step ahead of today’s complex Professional Schools of International
developments and face any global Affairs (APSIA), the European
challenge with a sustainable vision of Consortium for Political Research
business and project management. (ECPR), the European University of
This customizable program further Social Sciences (CIVICA) and the
drives hands-on global practice with Network of Schools of Public Policy,
specific specializations and immersion Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).
opportunities.

03 04
Experience the Employ an evidence-
frontline with a trip based approach with
to Brussels OECD practitioners
Meet the experts of European Union Learn from OECD practitioners who
institutions as well as key multilateral are establishing international norms
organizations such as NATO during a and finding evidence-based solutions
one-week trip to Brussels. to a range of social, economic and
environmental challenges.
Get a glimpse
of the program's
Immersion Week
in Brussels.
Watch the video

“The Master in International

Relations seemed like the
ideal choice to enhance my
academic and professional
abilities. While the courses
primarily focus on Europe
and the EU, the politics of
other continents were also
included in the curriculum.

Renyuan Ouyang, China

IE University helped me
get through a wild 2020,
but also helped me to
find my passion in gender
equality and led me
straight to my current role
at Metta Space.”

Paula Koller-Alonso, Germany

PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Your learning journey

The Master in International international cooperation—

Relations is designed to and then later will select one
provide you with the toolkit of the last three areas as their
necessary to navigate today’s specialization track. Following
increasingly complex global a hands-on approach and with
landscapes. Students will a diverse, leadership-oriented
focus on four core areas— curriculum, you’ll graduate
management and analytic with a holistic understanding
skills; geopolitics and of international relations—and
diplomacy; international the skills to make a lasting
economics and business; impact.
and global governance and

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Periods 1 & 2 Foundational courses Week-long trip to

in four core pillars Brussels.
and selection of
specialization track.

Period 3 Deep dive into your Final project:

selected specialization
▶ Master’s Thesis
track:
▶ Geopolitics and ▶ Capstone Consulting
diplomacy Project
▶ International or
economics and ▶ Social
business Entrepreneurship
▶ Global governance Capstone Consulting
and international Project
cooperation.

Period 4 Spend a semester

Beyond Borders abroad at one of IE
University’s partner
Experience
universities around the
(optional) globe.
CORE 37,000
PILLARS people are employed by
the UN across 193
Our graduates are shaped to countries.
become impactful leaders United Nations

by developing practical
and in-depth expertise.
Throughout the program,
students gain key insights 96%
into four core pillars. of the world’s
population growth over
the next decade will

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come from developing
countries.
Lloyd’s Register/Strathclyde
University

Management and
Analytic Skills
A collection of courses and hands-on
sessions that allow students to gain
a broad vision of global affairs and
objective analysis. Students will mix

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experiential and empirical study with
debates and case studies.

Geopolitics and
Diplomacy
Students will take a mix of courses
that will explore areas such as global
security, international negotiation,
foreign policy, conflict resolution and
war prevention.
I
Global Governance
and Cooperation
A variety of courses based on
international organizations and
cooperation, human rights and
sustainability that will allow students
to understand today’s global

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playing field. Students will focus on
collaborative efforts, trends in tech,
the 2030 UN SDGs and more..

International
Business and
Economics
This pillar focuses on international
trade, international finance and global
markets. Students will deep dive
into current economic theory, policy-
making, the impact of digitalization on
the global economy, and 21st-century
trade and investment trends.

Final Projects
. Personal & Career
Development
Students have the choice between
a research-based master’s thesis
Workshops
or a capstone consultation project,
In these workshops, students gain
carried out under the supervision of a
access to personalized workshops
coordinator from a top international
which deal with everything from CV
organization.
writing to job hunting.

Find out more about this

Find out more
unique program experience.
STUDENT PROFILE
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background (%)

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Your future network

This master’s program is aimed at recent

graduates, young professionals, and
career shifters who strive to become
impactful leaders in the public, private
and NGO sectors. Students often have
previous academic and professional
experience in politics, law, social sciences,
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Politics
marketing, business, engineering and
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Social Sciences & Humanities

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Marketing & Communication

ambition: to acquire the tools they need

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to shape global debates.
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Economics
Medicine

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classroom.

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ADMISSIONS
PROCESS
& FINANCIAL
AID
The IE University admissions Who you are
process is simple yet Students across
rigorous—and carried out all program areas
share common traits
entirely online. that we look out
for. We particularly
value dedicated and
talented individuals
who come from
While the particulars may change diverse backgrounds
depending on your chosen program, it and possess a global
always follows a similar format, which mindset.
you can discover below. With our Alongside your strong
rolling admissions process, there’s no interpersonal skills and
application deadline. But spaces are innovative outlook,
you thrive under an
limited so we recommend that you apply intensive academic
as soon as possible. workload, considering
it an opportunity to
share new experiences
and create unique
The first steps approaches to
problem-solving.
Before you embark on your personal
learning journey, there are five
preliminary steps you need to take.
01 03
Online Entrance Exam
Application Form Next, you will have to take
either the GMAT, GRE or
Complete the online
IEGAT. If you would like
application form and
to apply to a Finance
upload the documents
Program you must take
required by your program.
either the GMAT, GRE,
02 CFA Level 1 or CAIA Level
1. Note that this is a
Online mandatory requirement,
Assessment and the IEGAT will not be
accepted.
With the application
submitted and the fee
paid, you will receive a
link to answer three live
questions, two in video
format and one in written
format.

04 06
English Final Decision
Proficiency Your entire application
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo will be evaluated by the
or Cambridge (C1 or C2) Admissions Committee
certifications may be and you will receive an
necessary to demonstrate answer within 1–3 weeks.
your English level.

05
EXAM:
Personal
Interview
This online interview
will take place with an
A
associate director of the
B
admissions team.
C

This process may vary depending on the program. Be * Special admission requirements
sure to consult the Admissions area of your program of for Master in Finance candidates,
contact the admissions team for more
interest for more details on the admissions process. information.
** If you are considering a dual degree,
keep in mind that students must be
Get started →
admitted to both programs.
FINANCIAL
AID

If sorting out funding Most of our students rely on a

combination of different types of
and scholarships is financial means to cover the tuition
fees and the overall costs associated
an important part of with program attendance. These
means typically include personal
making IE University resources, student loans, scholarships
your next big step and, at times, some form of family
support or tuition assistance from
in your professional employers.

journey, the good The IE Financial Aid Office will help

you understand the different financing
news is that we have options and scholarship opportunities
available. Researching, understanding
a range of funding your options and planning ahead is
options available to key. The FAO will provide you with all
the necessary guidance to make any
support you! scholarship or loan application process
as smooth as possible.

Please visit our financial aid website

for more details or schedule an
appointment with our team.

Go to the Site →
The aim is twofold:
celebrating and
rewarding outstanding
individuals and
providing scholarship
support to deserving
and promising
candidates who would
otherwise not be able
to attend IE University.

IE Scholarships
Thanks to the IE Foundation and
the generosity of our students,
alumni, parents, corporate partners
and other benefactors who support
our groundbreaking Financial Aid
program, we are able to maintain a
strong commitment to providing top-
notch education to highly qualified
candidates from around the world,
regardless of their economic situation.
Our wide portfolio of scholarships Direct Awards
allows us to guarantee diversity and
excellence through our needs-based There is no formal application process
and merit-based scholarships. for the IE High Potential Award—
all applicants are automatically
Scholarships are awarded based on considered. Awards are communicated
economic need, merit, distinctive at the time of admission and
competencies and/or academic and recipients are chosen based on the
professional excellence. The aim is information provided during the
twofold: celebrating and rewarding admissions process: the strength of
outstanding individuals and providing their application, academic merit,
scholarship support to deserving and professional experience, the quality
promising candidates who would of the interview, competitiveness,
otherwise not be able to attend IE life experiences and suitability to
University. the program and our school. These
awards are need-blind, and are
compatible with other IE Scholarships
should the candidate require further
Check the IE Financial Aid website to discover the full
list of scholarships available and to learn more about the support through a formal scholarship
application process. application.
Loans Tuition Payment Options

Many of our students rely on loans While making an investment in higher

—either government and/or privately education is extremely worthwhile,
funded—to at least partially finance we understand it isn’t always easy. At
their studies at IE University. As we IE University, we allow students to pay
strive to provide our students with in interest-free installments, without
further financing opportunities, pre-approval requirements or credit
we are committed to securing checks.
agreements with both Spanish and
international institutions that offer The number of installments and
our students financial loan schemes conditions depends on the program,
on favorable grounds. While there are please talk to your admissions advisor
many organizations that lend to IE for more information.
students—including those we have
an agreement with—it is critical that
you understand all fees and terms of
available loans to compare them and
determine which are best suited to
your particular needs.

Contact our dedicated team at [email protected] to find out

which financing options may be available to you. Please
note that many financing schemes are time sensitive
and may require planning several months before your
program starts.
ABOUT YOUR
UNIVERSITY
The IE University
ecosystem is designed
with the student in mind.
Rooted in a human-
centered approach to
entrepreneurship and
innovation, we offer an
extensive global network,
cutting-edge facilities
and top institutional
partnerships—empowering
future leaders to define
their journey.
WHO WHO
WE ARE? WE ARE

First and foremost,

we are Liquid Learners.
Liquid Learning
at IE University is the
culmination of our
educational vision,
transcending any single
platform or approach
to produce a holistic,
streamlined academic
experience.
Developed over 20 years, this model
blurs the lines between online and in-
person education resulting in a flexible,
highly interactive learning journey.

By breaking down traditional barriers

to education, Liquid Learning provides
access to the same world-class
education, regardless of location or
personal circumstances.

But what does this mean? Allow us to

explain. As Liquid Learners, we are:
1,800+ Leaders in
Business Education
students can attend
the same session IE University was founded by entrepreneurs
simultaneously with a vision to disrupt traditional models of
education to equip students with the skills
they need for the future.

100% To achieve this, the institution was

created with five values in mind: diversity,
of our students have
humanities, technology & innovation,
online access to classes
sustainability and entrepreneurship.

Pioneers in
200 Disruptive Learning
classes streaming IE University transformed business
online simultaneously education by introducing disruptive
in HD teaching methodologies, ranging from
immersive classroom approaches and
technological innovation to close ties with

100K+ industry leaders.

Over the years, our broad spectrum of

online sessions disruptive learning innovations has helped
in total students from 140 different countries
unleash their true potential.

“Through Extended Reality (XR),

we’re integrating engaging
technologies into our academic
offering to simulate real-world
scenarios and bring immersive
learning to life.”

Diego del Alcázar Benjumea

CEO of IE University
Diverse
Visionaries
Our cutting-edge methodologies
and global approach to education is
complemented by the diversity of our “I'm able to
community. study with
Students are in constant contact people from
with a variety of academic, ethnic all around the
and cultural backgrounds, which world and learn
challenges preconceived notions about different
and empowers them to think in new, cultures.
innovative ways.

Patricia
Master in Management
25% Restless
Entrepreneurs
of our alumni have
started their own
businesses All our programs are taught from
an entrepreneurial perspective,
encouraging students to craft and

1,500+ apply solutions in the real world—

whether in an intrapreneurial or
students trained entrepreneurial capacity.
in entrepreneurial
management Through startup accelerators and
networking opportunities, students
are able to fuel their ideas, fully

100+ supported as they embark on their

entrepreneurial journey.
mentors working
alongside our students
 WHERE WE ARE
OUR EDUCATIONAL
“IE University
ECOSYSTEM
teaches you
to work and
cooperate
with people
from different
backgrounds,
and to bring
out the best in
others.

Enjoy the right university

experience for you.
We have three locations:
Segovia, Madrid and
Online.
Dionysios Stavrakas, Russia
Executive MBA
 Segovia Know more →

Declared a World Heritage Site

by UNESCO in 1985, Segovia is
famous for its cathedral, alcázar and
“In every corner aqueduct.
of Segovia, in
every step you One of the city’s most historic
take through its buildings, the Convent of Santa Cruz
streets, squares, la Real, is home to the IE University
and countryside, campus. This campus combines
there’s a sense rich history with state-of-the-art
of tradition, art, classrooms.
and history.

Cheyenne Uribe
Switzerland. Dual Degree in Laws
and International Relations
Class of 2020
Madrid Know more →
Online
Our online classrooms
Our urban tech-based education hub
enable us to provide
is located at the heart of one of the
Liquid Learning with
most exclusive neighborhoods of the
hybrid teaching
city. Not far away, you can find our new
methodology.
innovation tower—the fifth addition
to the Cuatro Torres—bringing an Featuring synchronous
environmentally efficient and avant- and asynchronous
garde architectural design to a lively learning, the online
business district. campus puts the
student at the center
with dynamic learning
methodologies that
adapt to individual
circumstances.
The IE Tower in numbers 7,000
square meters set aside for
green spaces

180
meters high and 35 floors

6,000
undergraduate students on
campus

35
story tower with classrooms
and educational zones

70+
classrooms and a large
number of workspaces and
chill-out zones

50,000
square meters
 66,000+
OUR ALUMNI IN NUMBERS

total alumni

169
countries

1,300+
alumni events worldwide

28 Global Presence
alumni reunions Our extended IE community stretches
across the globe, with 30 offices working
together to build a lasting community

6,000 around the world.

These offices organize thousands of

participants
international networking events, connecting
our alumni community, candidates,

60+
companies and partner universities.

Benefits for ▶ Venture Days ▶ Worldwide

career sessions per year our global conferences
▶ Networking
community:
and social events ▶ Career
▶ IE events, for alumni and opportunities

300+
masterclasses and students for alumni and
workshops led by students
▶ Global Alumni
IE professors
Weekends ▶ Alumni clubs
career orientation ▶ Corporate
▶ “Glocal” network
interviews partnerships

Know more →
Find us at one of our international offices.
WHAT'S LIFE
LIKE AT
IE UNIVERSITY
“IE University
has provided me
with the right
network and
environment
to strengthen
my professional
There’s always something potential as an
entrepreneur
happening at IE University.
and architect.
From business conferences
to sports games and
coding competitions,
you’ll never be lacking in
opportunities for growth— Dana Nayef Alfayez

and fun!
Alum. Master in Business for
Architecture & Design
 Venture Days
Event that connects
the entrepreneurial
community across all
continents.

30+
cities around the globe

1,000+
startups applied

Area 31
Weekly Venture
Venture Lab
Launchpad for
10
Network event with startups under the
finalists go to the
pitches given to guidance of industry
Venture Day in Madrid
investors. experts.

450+
startups participate
Exclusive workspace for
each year
admitted teams

100
events every year

Know more →
EnlightED
Bringing together
the most innovative
startups in education,
innovation and
edtech.

South Summit IE Rockets

Brings together the most Residency program to
innovative startups regardless build your skills and
their industry, development brand in the higher
stage and country. education sector.

146
6,700+
startups applied

CEO / Executives
participated in our
latest edition
$60M
raised from startups

$4.3B+
raised by former startup
competition finalists
IE Clubs and Centers Women at IE University
in numbers...

We believe that campus life is just as

important as academic life. With more than
120 active student-led clubs on campus
and online, our students have access to
countless opportunities to engage with 39%
a variety of topics and learn beyond the of our full-time faculty
classroom. are women

Club spotlights

IE Out & Allies Club 48%

The IE Out & Allies Club endeavors to broaden of our students are
understanding and support for LGBTQI* populations women
worldwide. This student-led LGBTQI* club organizes
inclusive, year-round events, which range from
educational meetups to networking and cocktail
events to celebrate a break from school.
The club also proudly organizes the LGBT@Work, the
56%
longest-running LGBTQI* work conference in Europe,
of the scholarships
and third-largest business school LGBTQI* conference
offered to master’s
in the world.
students are awarded
to women
Women at IE
At IE University, we strive to maintain and promote

7.7
gender equality both on and off campus. With over
2,000 members, the IE Women in Business Club was

million
created to reduce the obstacles facing women in
gaining top leadership positions. ​
We also work with multiple international women’s
organizations to provide talented and driven women was awarded to women
the financial resources required to reach their pursuing a master’s or
academic and professional goals. bachelor's degree in
Every year, we celebrate International Women’s Day 2019​
with a week full of events addressing gender equality.

IE Clubs →
 1,500+
annual face-to-face and
online events

600+
speakers hosted on campus

37,000+
attendees

IE Center for Diversity in More IE student clubs:

Global Management ▶ Net Impact
The IE Center for Diversity in Global Management
▶ AI & Big Data
harnesses the power of diversity to help organizations
become more resilient, efficient and innovative. ▶ TechIE
Created in September 2002, the Center is an invaluable ▶ IE Tech Lab
resource for the IE University community, engaging
▶ IE Tech & Innovation
in training, applied research and awareness-raising
activities, alongside holding networking events to ▶ IE Smart Cities
foster international debate.
▶ IE Cybersecurity

IE Africa Center ▶ IE Blockchain

IE Africa Center aims to revolutionize the way the next ▶ IE Air & Space
generation of global executives understand African ▶ IE Fintech
innovation—past and present.
▶ IE Coding
We understand that the intellectual and physical
contributions of Africa and its people are not only ▶ IE Women
central to the modern world as it exists today, but are in Business
crucial to building a better future. ▶ IE E-Commerce
▶ IE EdTech
and more...
IE Centers →
 OUR STUD EN TS
IN N UM BERS
85%
international students

160+ 45+
nationalities languages spoken
on campus on campus

52% 70,000+
male students students on campus

48% 100+
female students active clubs on campus

“I think the fact that there

were only 20 of us and there
are 17 different nationalities,
the fact that we got to learn
so much from different
cultures, is great. I think I
learned as much outside as
inside the classroom.

Manon Germain
Alum. Master in Talent Development
& Human Resources
OUR RECOGNITION
& REPUTATION

Pioneers
in Online MBAs
since 2001

1
Worldwide
5 Best MBA
ST TH
Online MBA Program
for Entrepre-
neurship
QS 2022 P&Q 2021

3 Worldwide
5 Worldwide
RD TH

Online MBA Master in

Management
Financial Times 2022 QS 2021

5 Worldwide
7 Worldwide
TH TH
Executive MBA Global MBA
(Joint programmes)
QS 2021 QS 2021
WORLDWIDE
ACCREDITATIONS

“I believe it is critical to understand

cultural differences and to be able to
work in a diverse environment, which is
exactly what IE University provides for
both its professors and students.

Bin Ma
Assistant Professor, Human Resources
& Organizational Behavior