ie master in international relations brochure

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Master in International Relations

A world of possibilities...


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IE Business School

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Master in International Management

IE School of Arts and Humanities

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IEMaster in

International

RelationsQUICK FACTS

Type: Masters degree (full-time)*

Prole: University graduates, no professional experience required

Length:10 months

Intakes:OctoberLanguage of instruction: English

Admissions period:Rolling admission process, no deadlines

Campus: Madrid

*Those students in possession of an ocial university diploma, or with an equivalent ocial diploma that allows access to post-graduate studies in the

country of your university studies, will be awarded an Ocial University Master Degree in International Relations by IE University.

This ocial university diploma is adapted to the European Higher Education Area in accordance with the Bologna Process. It is worth 60 credits ECTS

and provides you with access to third cycle studies, and therefore, to doctorate programs. For more information, please contact [email protected]


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I would like to thank you for your interest

in IE School of Arts and Humanities Master

in International Relations.

Whether you read the information in this brochure, explore theschool website, or ask members of the widespread IE community

(which consists of students, alumni, professors and other IE

professionals) you will reach the same conclusion - that selecting

IE for your graduate studies in international relations is the rst

step in a successful strategy for your professional and personal

development.

The Master in International Relations at IE School of Artsand Humanities is a program wholly dedicated to teaching,

researching, and reecting on world aairs. As such, it will act as

the spearhead of IEs international projection, which responds

to our rm belief that global awareness is vital to the success of

todays projects in both public and private sectors. It is not by

mere chance that some 40.000 of our alumni are working on 5

continents, and that more than 80 nationalities are represented

among our student body. In addition, the diversity of our faculty

places us among the most international postgraduate institutions

in the world.

The Master in International Relations objective is to train

internationally-oriented professionals with a good knowledge

of the different elements that make up our complex and

multipolar world. The program focuses on the most inuential

of international organizations, the European Union, which is a

model for every process of regional integration on the planet

and one of globalizations main driving forces.

The Master in International Relations at IE has all the ingredients

for success in an international career. Should you decide that

IE is the right place to invest a year of your life in pursuit of the

knowledge and professional skills necessary in this dynamic

and changing world, the extent of your contribution to societyand your own professional success will depend solely on your

commitment to achieving them.

But dont take our word for it - nd out for yourself.

Arantza de Areilza

Dean, IE School of Arts and Humanities


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The European Union

Spain oers a vantage starting point for the study of European

institutions: on the one hand, Spain is now a consolidated major

player in the EU; on the other, memories from the times when

it was a newcomer are still fresh, thus facilitating an analysis of

the position that many Central and Eastern European countries

occupy today.

Faculty

A Master in International Relations is only as good as theprofessors that make up the faculty. At IE, our faculty provides a

unique learning experience, combining hands-on practice with

cutting-edge research and scholarship.

The IE Experience

IE alumni form part of a 40,000 strong network spread over

100 countries across the world. They share far more than a

masters degree. They share the IE experience a life-changingexperience in an international school that is independent and

diverse, where entrepreneurship and innovation form part

of the day-to-day fabric, along with academic excellence, a

superlative corporate network, and a socially responsible vision.

International Environment

Students at IE enjoy a truly international atmosphere, with

more than 80 nationalities present on campus and a faculty

comprised of roughly 50% international professors.

International Recognition

IE School of Arts and Humanities and IE Business School are

closely integrated. The School of Arts and Humanities oers

courses that permeate all the undergraduate and postgraduate

programs at the University. At the same time, IE School of Artand Humanities benets from IE Business School expertise

and its international recognition as one of the top 10 business

schools in the world, according to international journals such

as Financial Times, The Economist, Businessweek and The Wall

Street Journal. As such, some of the Master in International

Relations classes will be taught by selected professors from IE

Business School, obtaining a thorough and diverse vision of the

International Relations.

APSIA Afliate Member

APSIA comprises 34 member schools and 25 aliated programs in North America,

Asia, and Europe, all dedicated to the improvement of professional education in

international aairs and the advancement thereby of international understanding,

prosperity, peace, and security. The Master in International Relations at IE School of

Arts and Humanities was admitted as an Aliate Member in September 2010.

CHCIs Membership

The IE School of Arts and Humanities is a member of the Consortium of Humanities

Centers and Institutes, an association dedicated to the fostering of knowledge

related to the humanities and interpretative social sciences.


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Pursuing the Master in International Relations is a challenge not only because of

its accelerated pace of learning, but also because of the diversity and international

atmosphere that permeates the IE Campus. I learned to relate and work with

students and professors from different cultures and different professional fields

and disciplines. The skills gained have helped me understand the globalized world

in which we live much better and have been decisive in helping me transform a

vocation into a specific career plan.Maria Luque, SpainAlumna, Master in International Relations


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IE School of Arts and Humanities Master in International Relations

comprises a talented, diverse and ambitious group of students

capable of bringing strong momentum to the learning process

and of leaving their mark on this dynamic and innovative program.

The program is aimed at graduates from diverse fields, such

as Political Science, Sociology, Law, Economics, Business,

Communication and Journalism, who have a clear interest in

international relations, both within the public and the private

sectors, and who would like to work in areas such as government,

NGOs, international consulting or multinational companies.

Students are admitted on the basis of an excellent academic track

record and relevant international experience. Although professional

experience is not required for the Master in International Relations,

a high percentage of the students already have some when doing

the program. They come from sectors such as Business, NGOs,

Communication, Education, Marketing, Financial Sector, Public

Institutions, Law Firms.

Academic background Geographic Distribution

4%Sciences

15%Latin

America

24%Business

24%Humanities 5%

Asia

6%Economics

10%Africa and the

Middle East6% Law

21%NorthAmerica

4%Engineering

23%Spain

24% SocialSciences

26%Europe

Female

59%

Male

41%Average age

26 yrs

Average

proessional

experience

3 yrs

International

students

75%

Nationalities

represented

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Studying the Master in International Relations at IE was one of the best decisions Icould ever make. It was crucial for me to start an international career, as it opened memany doors and showed me new markets and opportunities. The broad knowledgethat you get, the excellent team of professors as well as the classmates and theinternational working environment make the Master a perfect combination to accessthe field of international relations.

Isabel Prez Gonzlez, Spain

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The program consists of twenty-one core courses oered in four dierent areas: Skills, Competencies and Languages,

European Institutions and Security Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Economics and Business.

Active Learning

The Master in International Relations centers on a combination of lectures, seminars, interactive class discussion, group

work, group presentations and individual preparation and readings. An essential element of the course methodology is classparticipation and active debate between students and lecturers. This program encourages a practical, interactive and hands-

on academic environment.

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ieldWorkinBrussels

Course schedule subject to minor changes

PERIOD 1 PERIOD 2

QuantitativeMetho

dsandFinancialConcepts(Pre-Course)

January - March

Spanish/French

Euro-American Relations

International Trade and the

International Monetary System

International Finance

Game Theory and Conict

Resolution

Economic Development Theory

Negotiation

The European Union: Advanced

Topics

October - December

Spanish/French

Orientation

Quantitative Methods

The European Union

History of International

Relations

Theories of International

Relations

International Environmental

Policy

Micro-Macro Economics

Comparative Politics

April - July

Spanish/French

Globalized Terrorism

Challenges to Democracy in

Latin America

Understanding Contemporary

China: Culture and Society

Management of the

Multinational Corporation

Politics, Society and IR of the

Middle East

New Strategic Players: China and

India

Electives Period

Thesis

PERIOD 3


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Sot skills

The program places a marked emphasis on the specic skills and

languages that form an essential part of international relations.

Highly innovative courses afford participants a thorough

working knowledge of multicultural teambuilding, multilingual

communication, negotiation in international forums and other

key competencies that make up a complete toolkit for every

internationally oriented professional. In addition, students will

attend language classes and may choose between Spanish and

French.

Seminars

The Master in International Relations oers a series of specialized

seminars throughout the year during which distinguished

diplomats, EU ocials, representatives from the non-prot sector,

international organizations, and high-level business executives

address and engage the students to explore the key international

relations issues.

Public-private convergence

The Master in International Relations distinguishes itself from

other international relations programs by building synergies

between the private and public sector. Private-public partnerships

are a new and exciting space for the international relations

professional. The Master in International Relations at IE School

of Arts and Humanities takes full advantage of its privileged

relationship with IE Business School to add relevant private sector

insights to the public sector and the non-prot sphere.

Pre-course in Financial Concepts and Quantitative Methods

(optional)

A week prior to the program start, students are oered a pre-

course in Financial Concepts and Quantitative Methods that

equips them with the basic tools for several core courses in the

program. This pre-course is optional and directed mainly to

students who do not have a business or economics background.

Students who are unable to attend these sessions have the option

of taking an online tutorial.

The Master in International Relations is a unique program that blends key issues in globalaffairs with private sector insights, a winning combination for todays international relationsprofessiona l. Students graduate with a clear underst andi ng of what it takes t o s ucceed in theever expanding public-private sphere.

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The Master in International Relations program not only encouraged me to seize anypoli tical issue in a global and deta iled perspec tive but also equipped me with soli d notionsof macroeconomics, finance and strategy, which is pivotal to understanding contemporarychallenges. The courses and conferences focused on the European Union, as well as the trip toBrussels, provided me with a thorough understanding of European Union affairs. This knowledge,coupled with the multicultural experience of IE, is greatly appreciated in the European spheres.

Last but not least, the IE Alumni Club in Brussels is an active network, ready to welcome any IEalumni willing to enjoy job opportunities in Brussels!

Sibylle Greindl, BelgiumAlumna, Master in International Relations

Masters thesis

The Master in International Relations Masters thesis is a research

paper of approximately 50 pages which must be submitted during

the rst week of July. The thesis should represent the students

original and unpublished work and be written under the guidance

of a member of IE faculty. The Masters thesis topic should address

a contemporary international issue that falls within the academic

scope of at least one of the programs core courses. Students

defend their thesis shortly after submission of the nal version.

Electives

Students select electives out of an oering of courses in both the

international relations and law areas. The elective period takes

place in June and students have the opportunity to take courses

in conjunction with students enrolled in IE Law Schools LL.M. in

International Legal Practice.

Field work in Brussels

During a week in Brussels, students have the unique opportunity of

visiting key EU institutions such as the Commission, the Parliament

and the European Economic and Social Committee. An important

component of the trip is a visit to the NATO headquarters. During

these visits, high level EU ocials actively engage with students,

share valuable insights and address pressing current issues. The

trip to Brussels represents a special opportunity for the students

to obtain an insiders view of the EU and explore rst hand some

of the key theoretical concepts analyzed in class.


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IE professors are not just experts in their elds. Each professor is a skilled instructor who excels in IEs culturally diverse

and challenging classrooms. A high percentage of our faculty is international and virtually all have studied or worked

abroad and have graduated from many of the worlds greatest centers of learning. This is why our faculty provides a

unique learning experience, combining hands-on practice with cutting-edge research and scholarship.

Our full-time faculty is a core group of scholars, researchers and lecturers dedicated to developing and transmitting

knowledge on a variety of international relations and business issues. Each year, IE also welcomes a small number of

carefully selected visiting professors from prestigious institutions around the world.

The Master in International Relations also enhances the learning process thanks to the visits of internationally recognized

authorities who give insightful talks on a range of global issues.

Aguirre, MiguelPhD in International Economics, Universidad Complutense, Madrid SpainMBA IE Business School, Madrid Spain

Master International Commerce, Universidad del Pas Vasco, Bilbao VizcayaProfessor of Economic Environment, IE Business School, 1998 to presentHead of the Blog of International Economy at IEHead of the Political and Single Risk Department for Spain and Portugal inCOFACE

Amirah-Fernndez, HaizamSenior Analyst for the Mediterranean and the Arab World at the Real InstitutoElcano and Associate Professor at IE. MA in Arab Studies on a Fulbrightscholarship from Georgetown Universitys Center for Contemporary ArabStudies. He specializes in international relations, political Islam, and transitions

to democracy in the Arab world. He has worked for the United Nations inNew York and for Human Rights Watch in Washington DC. He is a frequentcommentator in the Spanish and international media.

Areilza, Jos Mara deDoctorate in Juridical Sciences (S.J.D.), Harvard University, USAMaster of Laws (LL.M), Harvard University, USAMaster of International Relations (M.A.), Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy,USADean of IE Law SchoolVisiting Professor at the College of Europe, Warsaw; Central European

University, Budapest, the National University of Singapore and the William &Mary School of Law, Virginia, USAAdvisor to the Spanish Prime Ministers Oce, European and North Americanaairs from1996 to 2000Advisor to the Representative of the Spanish Government in the EuropeanConvention on the Future of Europe, 2002Member of the Board of Directors, Madrid Bar Association

Calvo-Sotelo, LeopoldoDirector of the Master in International Relations and Professor of Law, IE Schoolof Arts and Humanities, 2007 to present

Chief Legal Adviser, Defense & Industry Section, Spanish Council of State, 2005to presentGeneral Counsel, Vodafone Spain, 2001-2003Deputy Secretary, Spanish Interior Department, 1996-2001Secretary General, Center for the Advanced Study in the Social Sciences, JuanMarch Institute, 1991-1996MA, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy

Fisac Badell, TatianaPh. D. in Philology, the UAM University, MadridProfessor of Humanities at the UAM University, Madrid

Director of the Centre for East Asian Studies, UAM University, MadridHonorary Professor at the Beijing Foreign Studies UniversityInternationally recognized investigator, translator and researcher of the Asian

culture

Gabaldn, PatriciaPhD in Economics, Universidad de Alcal, SpainMsC in Leisure Management , Deusto UniversityHead of the Research Oce at IE Business SchoolProfessor of Economic Environment at IE Business School

Garca, EloyExecutive-in-Residence, Program of Master of Science in Business at the CareyBusiness School at Johns Hopkins UniversityEconomist-in-Residence, Program of Master in Economics at the AmericanUniversityAdjunct Professorial Lecturer, McDonough School of Business at GeorgetownUniversityMember of the International Advisory Board of the Cass Business School of theCity University of London (Ad-honorem), 2000 to 2009Former Treasurer of the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB)

Garland , GonzaloProfessor of Economic Environment, IE Business School, 1994 to presentProfessor of Business in Emerging Markets, IE Business School, 1994 to presentDirector of External Relations, IE Business School, 2004 to presentPh.D. Candidate in Economics, University of PennsylvaniaMA in Economics, Stanford University

Gmez-Pomar Rodrguez, JulioMaster in Public Administration (MPA), Kennedy School of Government,Harvard UniversityEx-Secretary of State for Public AdministrationDirector of the PwC & IE Centre of the Public Sector


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I really enjoy teaching the Master in International Relations. Students in this program are asdiverse in terms of nationalities as in any other international program at IE and they comefrom a range of different backgrounds. But they all share a passion for international issues andfor understanding other cultures and realities. When teaching economic development in thisprogram, I f ind two things par ticularly interest ing. First; student s a re happy to lear n economictheories and see their practical relevance when analyzing different countries. Second; it is

fascinating to see how students want to share the realities of their countries and regions. It is avery rewarding experience for me as a professor.

Gonzalo GarlandProfessor, Master in International Relations


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Izaguirre, Iigo

Ph.D. Industrial Engineering, ETSII BilbaoM.S. Management Science, Stanford University, CaliforniaM.S. Statistics & Operation Research at Cornell University, New YorkMechanical Engineer, Universidad de NavarraProfessor of Quantitative Methods, IE Business SchoolMSI Business Development Director

Kock, Carl JoachimPh.D. in Management, Wharton, University of Pennsylvania, USAMsC in Management, Wharton, University of Pennsylvania, USADiploma in Business Administration, Philipps Universitt Marburg, Germany

Professor of Strategy, IE, 2003 to presentResearch Assistant, Wharton, USA, 1996 to 2003Recitation Teacher, Wharton, USA, 1997 to 1999Member of the Academy of Management and the Strategic ManagementSociety

Kselman, DanielPhD in political science and Masters degree in Economics from Duke UniversityResearch fellow at the Juan March Institute in Madrid, SpainVice President of the Minga Foundation, an international NGO in the eld ofhealth and economic development.

Montero, Jos RamnProfessor of Political Science, the Autnoma University of Madrid and at theCenter for the Advanced Study of Social Sciences, Juan March InstituteMember of the Scientic Advisory Board of the European Social SurveyPreviously a visiting fellow, the Universities of Harvard, California in Berkeleyand Ohio StateDeputy Director, the Centro de Investigaciones Sociolgicas, MadridMember of the Standing Committee for the Social Sciences, European ScienceFoundation

Ortega Carceln, Martn

Senior Lecturer in International Law, Complutense UniversityHead of Policy Planning, the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Aairs andCooperation, 2007-2009Senior Research Fellow, the EU Institute for Security Studies, Paris, 2002-2007Author of various articles and papers

Reinares, FernandoProfessor of Political Science, Rey Juan Carlos University, MadridDirector, Program on Global Terrorism at Elcano Royal Institute for Internationaland Strategic Studies, MadridMember of the Council on Global Terrorism, Washington, D. C.

Advisor to the Center for Global Counter Terrorism Cooperation, New YorkMember of the editorial board ofTerrorism and Political Violence

Roett , RiordanSarita and Don Johnston Professor of Political Science and Director of WesternHemisphere Studies, The Johns Hopkins Paul H. Nitze School of AdvancedInternational Studies (SAIS), Washington, D.C.Senior Political Analyst in the Emerging Markets Division, Chase ManhattanBank International Capital Markets Group, 1994-1995Faculty Fellow of the World Economic Forum, the annual meeting in Davos,Switzerland, 1989 to 1997

Member of the Council on Foreign Relations

Tedesco, LauraPh.D., Warwick University, United KingdomVisiting Professor, Universidad Autnoma de MadridDirector of a research project on the political class in Latin AmericaResearcher and consultant on issues related to contemporary politics in LatinAmericaAuthor of various books and journals articles on democratization, state reformand political economy in Latin America

The program encompasses the unique combination of international economic, financial andpoli tical subjects which prepare s youn g ambi tious prof essi onals for the new era in public-private cooperation. In IEs Mas ter in Inter national Relations this preparation is optim al due toan encouraging and enabling faculty that helps students become well positioned in the arenaof international organizations.

Frank Peterse, NetherlandsAlumnus, Master in International Relations


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Diplomacy

InternationalOrganizations

SocialEntrepreneurship

NGOs

MultinationalCompanies

Consulting

Firms

Many people feel an intense international vocation but this is seldom accompaniedby definite career goals. What does it take to be a consultant of international stature, arespected diplomat, a leading international civil servant, or the innovative manager ofan NGO with global outreach? IEs Master in International Relations is designed to helpyou answer thes e quest ions and to transform your call ing into a speci fic career plan .

Leopoldo Calvo-SoteloDirector, Master in International Relations


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Once I completed my masters degree at IE, a friend and I founded an organization called 4thWheel in September 2010 with head office in Gujarat, India. It is a social enterprise which focuses

on research, advocacy and consulting in the field of Corporate Social Responsibility.

The Master in International Relations along with giving me a strong theoretical foundation

in International Relations, also provided me with a very practical view of business. The varied

subjects and the interesting combination of course work helped me gain a unique and fulfilling

academic perspective. The diversity in nationalities at IE enabled me to broaden my understanding

regarding different cultures and make friends for life!

Payal Mulchandani, IndiaAlumna, Master in International Relations

I am currently working for Vestas Wind Systems, the worlds largest manufacturer of windturbines. My position is a two year program split between three eight month periods in Denmark,

the US and Singapore. It focuses on competitive intelligence, market analysis and government

relations. The Master in International Relations was an essential part of why I got the job with

Vestas - it provided grounding in business concepts like finance and strategy as well as insight

into the political process which is highly beneficial for government relations work. I know of no

other program which so effectively covers both these fields in such a short period of time.

Max Lensvelt, UK

Alumnus, Master in International Relations

I am currently working as a Research Analyst on the field for the International and Financial Press.

I am a project coordinator of teams going on the field, particularly emerging economies, in order to

produce special repo rts aimed at prom otin g the coun try on the internat iona l s cene and therefor e

optimize their exposure on the investment ground. I couldnt have found a job more in line with

the Master in International Relations at IE! Indeed, on my everyday life I need to use the skills I

developed during the Master: Communication Skills on an international context, Negotiation,Economic Development, Finance and so on. This job requires as well a lot of autonomy, adaptation

and team building!

Mina Catherine Lakra, FranceAlumna, Master in International Relations


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One of the reasons you decide to do a master is to enhance

your career prospects. We are keenly aware of the complexity

of career development in international relations. For this reason,

IE Careers Management Center, in close cooperation with the

Director of the Master in International Relations has designed a

comprehensive program to provide you with the necessary tools

to succeed in the job market:

Personal and Proessional Development Career Strategy.The Career Strategy Course is conducted by members of the

Careers Management Centre (CMC), with the collaboration of

external partners such as career counselling consultants and

recruitment professionals. Additionally, the Career Counsellor

will work with students throughout the year, advising them

individually on their career planning and strategy.

Year-round, the CMC is dedicated to organizing corporate

presentations, industry round tables, workshops, special training

sessions, mock interviews and updating the job bank to further

increase the career prospects of IE graduates. The job bank is a

website exclusively for IE students and alumni, where companiesand organizations can publish their job oers. The IEjob bankis

currently one of the most popular and ecient job bank in Spain.

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The Master in International Relations was the water and the fertilizer for a seed I had inside of me.It allowed me to confirm and develop a vocation towards international affairs. Now I am livingin New York and working at the United Nations, at the new entity for gender equality and theempowerment of women, UN Women. The Master was also a great opportunity to meet people

from all over the world and share with them knowledge and friendship.

Ines Esteban Gonzlez, SpainAlumna, Master in International Relations

I am a Global Management Trainee at AB InBev, the largest brewing company in the world. It iscrucial for me to understand how the relationship between business and governmental sector works.The key advantage of IEs Master in International Relations in my opinion is that it perfectly combinestwo important elds - business and political studies - into one complete master program. During theselection process for GMT program I had to compete with more than 2000 candidates and I believe thatthe theoretical and practical knowledge I obtained at IE gave me a competitive advantage among othercandidates. Moreover, I developed some important soft skills during my studies at IE which now help meto deliver in day-to-day work. I learnt how to work in a group and reach an agreement with people fromdierent nationalities and dierent backgrounds. I also learned to cope with stress and to manage mytime more eectively in order to reach targets before deadlines.

Elizaveta Erokhina, RussiaAlumna, Master in International Relations

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The IE campus is situated in the heart of the vibrant city of Madrid, which means that IE students can experience

everything the city has to oer, including learning Spanish, native language to 500 million people worldwide and

the worlds second business language.

Madrid is the capital of Spain and Europes fourth largest city. Its geographic location makes it a cultural crossroads,

oering a wealth of history in its architecture and traditions, as well as breathtaking modernity.

See videos and more at www.ie.edu/madrid


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What students say about the IE Campus

Many university campuses are far removed from day-to-day realities, and you feel like a student but you dont feel included

in the business community and everyday life. The fact that the IE campus is in the center of Madrid is fundamental. It is a great

advantage and means it is easy for family and friends as well as visiting professors to come here.

The IE Student Ofce is the rst point of contact for incoming students. To make your experience of studying at IE and living in a foreign

country unique and enriching, the IE Student Oce team oers a wide range of assistance for students and their families.

Student Visa Process:Through the Online Campus, to which you will have access once you conrm your place for a specic intake,

you will receive all the information you need to successfully comply with the visa and residency regulations prior to your arrival to

Madrid, including the IE certicate needed to request your visa.

Intensive Spanish Course: Spanish classes are provided prior to program commencement for all students of full-time programs at IE

(free of charge) and for IE partners (on payment of a small fee). The course targets students with little or no knowledge of Spanish. It

is also a good opportunity to start networking with students enrolled in other IE Master programs, enjoy the long weekends travelingaround Spain or Europe, and put into practice what you learn from the course while you are apartment hunting.

Student Clubs: Learning beyond the classroom is a vital part of the IE Experience. FamilIE facilitates, coordinates and encourages a

rich and varied range of student-run clubs and activities that complement academic life. Clubs are based on anity, functional area,

geographic area or sector industry. Various clubs may interest IE Master in International Relations students, including the International

Relations Club, IE Ethics & Sustainability Club or Net impact. Families and partners are welcome to all clubs and activities.

IE is also a hub of social, business and cultural debate, playing host to a number of respected speakers, many of whom are alumni

from various sectors of society who oer their views on globally relevant issues. All areas of society are represented from politicians,

entrepreneurs and business leaders, as well as representatives from the non-prot sector. All students in the Master in International

Relations are welcome to participate in these conferences.

Accommodation Database: Access to the accommodation database containing apartments around the school or in other

neighborhoods to meet each students needs.

See more at www.studentofce.ie.edu



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I was selected by the Organization of American States to have a scholarship to study

the Master in International Relations at IE. It has been one of the most fulfilling years

in both academic and personal growth. The program structure and the experienced

faculty helped me discover new approaches of the international relations. But overall,

I highly value the opportunity the master provided me with to study with people of

many different nationalities. Their smart contributions enriched the academic level

of every lecture I had. This was a unique learning experience I will always treasure.

Jennier Zamudio, MexicoAlumna, Master in International Relations


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As a Colombian student, I had the clear objective to attend IEs Master in International

Relations since it gave me the chance to study in an international environment while living

in Spain, the birthplace of a huge part of my cultural heritage. All in all, this program was a

great opportunity to widen my academic and personal horizons. It gave me the chance to

work and to learn with great professionals within the challenging environment presented

by IE. It was an amazing experience and with the help and support of the Organization of

Amer ican States, which awarde d me wi th a scholarship, I had a very rewar ding and fulf illing

academic year.

Ricardo Hernndez, ColombiaAlumnus, Master in International Relations

IEs Financial Aid Departments aim is to help admitted candidates

fund their studies. It oers a host of loan agreements, scholarshipsand fellowships.

Scholarships and Fellowships

To apply for a scholarship or a fellowship, candidates must have

denitive admissions to an IE master program.

Examples of scholarships for the Master in International Relations

include: Scholarships for BRIC Nationals

Organization of American States (OAS) - IE Scholarships

To further foster diversity within IE programs, the IE Foundation

awards tuition funding assistance to talented students in need

of nancial aid based on merit, distinctive competences and

academic excellence

IE Fellow Awards and ieCommunities Fellowships are merit basedawards. IE Fellows enjoy access to special on-campus projects

and leading experts as part of their master program experience.

To learn more about scholarship opportunities, visit IE Funding

Alternatives on our website www.ie.edu/scholarships.

Bank Loans

IE has negotiated agreements with leading nancial institutionsin order to oer IEs national and international students attractive

packages to nance tuition fees and living expenses.

For more information on Financial Aid, please visit the websitewww.

ie.edu/nancialaid or the blog http://nancialaid.blogs.ie.edu



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Online Application and

Supporting DocumentsInterview

Entrance Exam(IE Test, LSAT,GMAT or GRE)

Final

Decision

The objective of the admissions process is to select students

with the greatest potential who can make a signicantcontribution to the learning experience. We seek candidates

who are dynamic, motivated, creative, and who not only have

an excellent academic background, but who also oer the kind

of interpersonal skills that will benet the program.

Admission is granted on a rolling basis and although there is

no deadline for applications, early application is recommended

given the limited number of places on the program.

Admission is valid for two intakes.

Admissions Requirements

The application form provides the Admissions Committee with

the important information required to evaluating candidatures

for masters degree programs. Please visit www.ie.edu/app to

access the application form.

In addition to the completed form, please enclose the followingdocumentation in your application package:

Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university.

Photocopies of university transcripts (complete with original

or copy bearing an ocial stamp).

Photocopy of passport or ID card.

One passport-size photo.

Curriculum Vitae (one page).

Three essays (please refer to the application form for topics).

Two letters of recommendation.

English language certicate (Cambridge CAE or CPE, TOEFL,

IELTS, Pearson) for non-native English speakers. Waived for

candidates who have completed an undergraduate degree in

English or have worked for a minimum of 2 continuous years

in an English speaking country. Photocopies of diplomas or certicates accrediting courses,

seminars or programs undertaken by the candidate.

Application fee 120 (non-refundable and payable by credit

card or cash).

Entrance exam

As part of the admissions process, candidates must take the IE

Admissions Exam or present a valid LSAT, GMAT or a GRE score.

The IE Admissions Test determines participants ability to process

information and think strategically under time pressure. It is not

an academic exam, as such no preparation is required.

To sche dule a date fo r th e IE Admi ss io ns Ex am , vi si t

www.ie.edu/events or contact [email protected]

for further information.

Personal Interview

The interview examines the data provided in the application in

greater detail and evaluates whether your prole will meet thedemands of the program and add value to the class discussion

and group work.

Final Decision

Following the interview and upon review of your entire

application, the Admissions Committee will make its nal

decision based on the evaluation of your candidature as a

whole. The decision will be based on all aspects of your prole,

as well as how your prole is aligned with the IE core values and

learning environment.

The entire admissions process takes roughly 3 weeks, once all

documents have been received.


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International Representatives

www.ie.edu/ofces

ARGENTINA - Buenos Aires

[email protected]

BRAZIL - So Paulo

[email protected]

CHILE - Santiago de Chile

[email protected]

CHINA - Shanghai

[email protected]

COLOMBIA & CENTRAL

AMERICA - Bogota

[email protected]

[email protected]

ECUADOR - Quito

[email protected]

EGYPT - Cairo

[email protected]

GERMANY - Munich

[email protected]

INDIA - Mumbai

[email protected]

ITALY - Milan

[email protected]

JAPAN - Tokyo

[email protected]

MEXICO - Mexico City

[email protected]

MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA

[email protected]

PERU - Lima

[email protected]

PORTUGAL - Lisbon

[email protected]

RUSSIA & UKRAINE -

Moscow

[email protected]

[email protected]

SINGAPORE - Singapore

[email protected]

SOUTH KOREA - Seoul

[email protected]

UAE, QATAR, BAHRAIN &

KUWAIT - Dubai

[email protected]

UK & IRELAND - London

[email protected]

USA Los Angeles

[email protected]

Miami

[email protected]

New York

northeast@ ie.edu

VENEZUELA - Caracas

[email protected]

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To request more information

please contact:

IE School o Arts & HumanitiesAdmissions Department

Mara de Molina, 13

28006 Madrid, Spain

Tel.: +34 91 568 96 10

Fax: +34 91 568 97 10

[email protected]

For more information please visit:Web: www.ie.edu/mir

Blog: http://ir.blogs.ie.edu

Events: ww w.ie.edu/events

IE School o Arts and Humanities would like to extend its deepest thanks to all those students, alumni,

faculty members, and other parties who appear in this brochure.