Imagine this: you are at a big party. You don’t know anyone there. The music is loud. People are packed shoulder to shoulder, making it virtually impossible for you to move. And it seems like everyone else is regaling epic stories or laughing at an inside joke that only you seemed to have missed. What…
Student Life
In this section, current and prospective MBA students share their experiences. Classes, career forums, internships, career treks, off-campus activities and family life all fit in the Student’s Corner.
IESE Japan Search Fund Forum
On April 2, 2024, the inaugural “IESE Japan Search Fund Forum” was held in Tokyo, primarily led by Japanese MBA students. IESE has been actively involved in search funds, as the host of the International Search Fund Conference every two years. However, this event was a unique student-led effort and here is a recap of…
What IESE MBAs can learn from Social Impact Consulting
My participation in the Social Impact Consulting elective course was the highlight of my second-year MBA at IESE. While our curriculum is deeply rooted in case studies and class discussions, this course stood out for its immersive, hands-on approach and practical learning experiences. The Social Impact Consulting module taught by Professor Joan Jane had a…
China International Module: Doing Business in the Greater Bay Area
With four days of classes, touring, and company visits in Shenzhen followed by one day of class in Hong Kong, the China international module on Doing Business in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) was truly an insight into international business. As far as combining solid course material, cultural immersion, class bonding and business understanding are…
Career Trekking across Europe and the Middle East!
In the fall, IESE students typically participate in various career treks where they travel to international locations to gain more in-depth knowledge about different sectors and network with executives from leading organizations. This year was no exception, with multiple treks taking place all across Europe and the Middle East. In this post, we feature some…
