At IESE, we take pride in our alumni creating positive impact in their organizations and in their communities. We are grateful for their generosity and social commitment to the school especially during these challenging times. In particular, alumni membership and annual giving has played an important role in funding various initiatives especially supporting many talented…
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“We did it…again”, IESE MBAs at Web Summit 2020
2020 has seemed like the year where everything has gone wrong. As MBAs looking for both learning and networking opportunities, we were looking for a bit of solace. And what better way to turn our year around than with one of the largest tech conferences on the planet? In 2019, IESE students organized the first ever…
We’re only 1 week away from the Hult Prize Competition at IESE!
The Hult Prize is the world’s premier sustainable startup competition for students, referred to by the Huffington Post as the “Nobel Prize for Students.” The competition is focused on a different theme related to sustainability each year, challenging teams to create solutions to urgent issues such as food security, water access, energy, and education. This…
First Year Life at IESE – the Unspoken Truth
When I was offered an opportunity to blog about my IESE MBA experience, I immediately started making a mental list of all of my learnings and achievements thus far including my decision to go to IESE, my journey to Barcelona, my impression of virtual classes, my feelings about being on campus and the list goes…
Starting a business during a pandemic, Waina Landauro MBA 20
“After careful consideration, we regret to inform you…” Most, if not all of us, have read this infamous line after interviewing for a job. Personally, I have failed a lot of interviews. To paint the picture, let me give you some numbers. I estimate that I applied to 62 MBA internships last year, landing 12…
