I had a very interesting introduction to the Social Action Club, far from what the typical MBA student goes through. Like most students who enter the MBA – overwhelmed by the academics, professional clubs and the focus on developing a career – I was blind to what I could give back to my community. A…
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Learning beyond the Classroom
At the heart of the IESE MBA, lies a strong focus on classroom learning. The brochures, our professors, and the website talk extensively about the focus on delivering an academically rigorous program, one built on the 400+ cases taught in the classroom. This is for good reason – the case method puts you in the…
Diwali Lights Up IESE
In this post, Bhavishya (BK) Kanjhan, Class of 2019 and President of India Club describes the annual Diwali festivities held at IESE. One of the greatest benefits of coming to a school like IESE is the international exposure you get by virtue of a very diverse class. Interacting with classmates from all over the world…
What I really learned at business school
I was lucky enough to spend the 19 months up to May 2018 studying in the full-time MBA program at IESE Business School. After 400+ case discussions, I should have all the technical tools I need to help lead organisations through a wide range of challenging situations. This is great, and was one of the…
From designing buildings to building brands – My Internship at Facebook
My name is Kate Guimaraes and I worked in architecture for several years before I decided to take an MBA at IESE Business School in Barcelona. When I started the MBA I wanted to pursue a career in strategy but wasn’t sure which industry to follow between consulting, tech or real estate. I decided to…