Global Executive MBA

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Why IESE’s Global Executive MBA?

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A People-Centered View

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Flexible: Designed to Fit Your Life

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An International Experience

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Close to 30 Nationalities in Each Class

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Renowned Faculty from 27 Countries

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A Broad and Challenging Curriculum

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Immediate Impact

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Welcome to our Alumni Network

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Our Door is Open

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Our Team

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Global Executive MBA

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IESE’s Global Executive MBA offers a state-of-the-art curriculum, two flexible formats and sessions held at international venues on three continents. Highly personalized, this pioneering program provides a stimulating and practical learning experience. And with some 30 nationalities in every class, it is one of the most international programs of its kind.

In IESE’s supportive learning environment, you will learn not only from world-renowned faculty, but also from well-established executives from diverse countries, industries and backgrounds. The program takes a general management perspective, giving you the fundamental knowledge and skills you need to be an effective leader. When you complete the program, you become part of a community of more than 33,000 IESE alumni living and working in more than 100 countries.

IESE is a distinctive business school with a particular focus on general management, globalization, entrepreneurship, ethics and social

responsibility. Founded in 1957, it places an emphasis on the importance of people in business and their individual potential to make a positive impact on firms and society. This people-centered approach is a key pillar of the Global Executive MBA program.

I encourage you to learn about the many unique features of the program and contact our team to find out more.

Best regards,

Jordi Canals

Dean of IESE Business School

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IESE’s Global Executive MBA stands out from other programs for its immediate impact. It provides critical tools for experienced managers and executives who not only want to stay ahead of the game, but also aspire to grow and be more, both professionally and personally.

Offered in two convenient formats (monthly and bimonthly), the program

provides a broad and challenging curriculum, and is led by renowned faculty from 27 countries.

The Global Executive MBA gives participants international credentials, as well as a global network of colleagues and fellow alumni. Graduates also benefit from lifelong learning opportunities through IESE’s Continuous Education Program.

At IESE, we believe a key aim of business leaders should be to serve people and society. For this reason, the school places emphasis on the importance of people in managerial decision making. Following this philosophy, the program is highly personalized and focus is placed on the individual growth and development of each participant. Personal mentors provide guidance to executives as they carry out the program.

WHy IESE’S

GlObAl

ExEcuTIvE

MbA?

A

PEOPlE-cENTERED

vIEW

Our program consists of a comprehensive

curriculum featuring two formats and

modules in international locations.

IESE takes the view that people

are what make businesses tick

- and they should be at the center

of company leaders’ concerns.

“The diversity of the

participants, the quality

and dedication of the

professors and the

personal attention we

receive from the staff

were the top reasons

I chose the Global

Executive MbA program

at IESE.”

Andreas Schroeter (Global EMBA ’08)

Sales Director,

Nokia Siemens Networks German

“I valued the program’s

attention to soft skills.

you learn powerful

techniques in areas

such as communication,

negotiation and

cross-cultural management,

which are important in

becoming an effective

leader.”

Nick Mbuvi (Global EMBA ’09)

commercial banking Director, barclays bank of Kenya, ltd. Kenyan

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Module Workload:

Pre-Module: A tiMe for PrePArAtion

Because participants come from diverse backgrounds, they have varying skill levels in different subject areas. The Pre-Module gives participants time to grasp fundamental business principles before they attend residential sessions.

residentiAl sessions: ClAssrooM leArning And teAMwork

Face-to-face interaction and learning is maximized during residential sessions, which are conducted in Europe, North America and Asia. During these sessions, teamwork, case study discussions, lectures and workshops take place. Company visits, guest speakers and networking events enhance the experience.

distAnCe leArning: reAl-world APPliCAtion And hoMe-bAsed work

In between residential modules, participants apply what they have learned in the workplace. At the same time, they connect with each other across time zones on line to analyze cases, engage in discussions with professors and collaborate on projects. Exams are also conducted during this time. Work is usually asynchronous, however, and participants are not necessarily required to be on line at a

specific time.

www.iese.edu/globalemba/calendar

MODULE

Pre-Module Residential Distance Learning

IESE’s Global Executive MBA program is offered in two different formats, monthly and bimonthly, to accommodate

participants’ professional and family lives. Divided into modules, the program includes a blend of on- and off-campus learning. Home-based study allows you to stay connected around the clock through IESE’s state-of-the-art Global Campus online platform. This balanced structure ensures minimal disruption of your professional life, while maintaining a sense of community and support. For more details on each format, please refer to the inserts in the back pocket.

FlExIblE:

DESIGNED TO

FIT yOuR lIFE

Choose the format that is right for your

work schedule, your family, your life.

“The program’s monthly

format, with 5-day

residential modules, was

a huge advantage for me.

I was able to effectively

integrate the program

into my professional life,

and could still be home

every weekend with my

family.”

Manuel Lapeira

(Global EMBA ’10 Monthly)

Drilling Manager, cepsa Egypt SA b.v. Spanish

“I found the bimonthly

format ideal for my

schedule. The residential

modules every two

months are intense, but

then you have ample

time to regroup and get

ready for the next one.

It struck a perfect

balance for me.”

Lamees Hussain Qasem (Global EMBA ’09) Managing consultant, Peninsula consulting bahrain bimonthly Format Duration: 17 months Number of modules: 7

Number of Residential Weeks: 14 4 x 2 weeks in Barcelona 1 x 2 weeks in Madrid 1 x 2 weeks in Silicon Valley 1 x 2 weeks in Shanghai

Monthly Format

Duration: 22 months

Number of modules: 6

Number of Residential Weeks: 17 12 x 1 weeks in Barcelona 3 x 1 weeks in Madrid 1 x 1 week in New York City 1 x 1 week in Bangalore

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INTERNATIONAl

ExPERIENcE

Modules are held at different global

locations, giving participants invaluable

transcontinental experience.

Barcelona

The Barcelona sessions take place on IESE’s newly expanded north campus, which has been specially designed for the exclusive use of IESE’s Executive Education participants. These

state-of-the-art facilities live up to the cutting-edge architectural reputation of the city, which has a long history of innovation and entrepreneurship.

neW York citY

The Big Apple hardly needs any introduction: New York City is a global hub of international business and commerce, acting as one of three “command centers” for the world economy (along with London and Tokyo). Besides business and finance, the city is a major center for creative industries (media and the arts), high-tech (bioscience, Internet services) and international diplomacy.

Madrid

Madrid is the bustling business hub of southern Europe and Spain’s political and economic center, where the grandeur of Spain’s rich past and the fast-paced, high-tech world of the present coexist. The city is home to many major international banks and multinational companies.

Shanghai

Shanghai is a natural location to address the challenges and opportunities to be found in emerging markets. Participants gain firsthand experience and insights into the business practices and market dynamics of this spectacular growth economy.

Silicon ValleY

In an area recognized as a leading center of the New Economy, participants engage in up-to-the-minute analysis of the latest technological developments, while studying the IT revolution’s ripple effects on business, management and strategy.

Bangalore

Bangalore provides an ideal vantage point for understanding India, Asia’s other large, fast-growing economy that rivals China’s. Participants will grasp the capabilities of this up-and-coming global player, which offers untold commercial and cost-saving advantages. As its economy expands, India is playing an increasingly important role in the interdependence of the Asian, European and U.S. economies.

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cloSe to 30 nationalitieS in each claSS

Participants in the Global Executive MBA come from diverse backgrounds, bringing a wide range of cultural perspectives into the classroom. Around 80 percent of the class is international.

Moreover, they come from highly varied professional careers - from medical doctors to U.S. marines, in addition to executives and entrepreneurs. During the program, participants are placed in a study group of between five and seven people to tackle a variety of projects and assignments together. Multiple team-building activities are incorporated into the program to fortify personal bonds.

www.iese.edu/globalemba/profiles

“Since your classmates

come from so many

different backgrounds,

nationalities and

cultures, a lot of lively

discussion goes on.

but that’s the great

thing about the program

- you learn how to

achieve goals with

people who solve

problems differently.”

Jake Meisenbach

(Global EMBA ’10 Monthly)

Founder/Director, Mosaic bridge American

Supporting Companies include:

Adidas · AIRBUS · Nike · Mercedes-Benz · Citigroup · International Federation · of Red Cross Hewlett-Packard ·

Johnson & Johnson

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The World Bank

·

Coca-Cola

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Typical Job Titles:

CEO

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Business Development Director

· General Manager · Marketing Manager · Partner ·

Director Special Projects

·

Head of Strategy Division

·

Head of International Department

·

Owner

·

Regional Sales Director

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CLASS PROFILE

Class size: 40

Average age: 37

Non-Spanish participants: 80%

Participants working abroad: 50% Number of countries represented: 25-30 Number of industries represented: 15-20 Average years of work experience: 12 Average number of languages spoken: 3

INDUSTRIES REPRESENTED 7% 2% 10% 3% 10% 2% 2% 2% 7% 7% 5% 7% 5% 12% 2% 5% 10% 2% Automotive Industry Banking Aerospace Industry Chemical Industry Education Financial Services Food & Consumer Goods Health Care Industry Information Technology Logistics Manufacturing Marketing NGO/Logistics Retail Consulting Building Industry/ Facility Management Energy Industry/ Utilities Telecommunications/ Defense REGIONS REPRESENTED 7% 2% 41% 14% 7% 10% 19% Non-European Union Europeans European Union North America Latin America Australia Africa Asia

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“The role of the professor is to carefully guide the case

discussion with the participants, who are also rich

sources of knowledge, as they share their insights and

experiences. It is highly rewarding to be part of this.”

Ahmad Rahnema

Professor of Financial Management

“It’s not only

what

the professors teach during the program,

but also

how

they teach. They encourage participation from

everyone in the classroom, so that you learn from your

colleagues as well, tapping into their vast experience.

This provides for dynamic and intense, yet fun, learning.”

Jorge Fontg (Global EMBA ’09)

Emergency Physician,

McGill university Health centre, canada Salvadoran/canadian

renoWned FacultY FroM 27 countrieS

IESE relies on 160 professors reflecting 27 different nationalities to deliver its programs. Virtually all members hold Ph.D.s from the world’s most prestigious business schools. As internationally recognized researchers in their fields, professors place an emphasis on relevant, real-world business problems. They are leaders inside and outside the classroom, serving on boards and founding their own enterprises.

At the same time, they are highly dedicated to the personal and professional development of each participant. For this reason, there are ample opportunities to discuss individual professional challenges and goals with faculty members throughout the program.

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A bROAD AND

cHAllENGING

cuRRIculuM

The program examines a wide range

of topics, providing participants with

the foundation needed to excel.

IESE’S GlObal EMba

StratEgic ManagEMEnt

AnAlysis of business ProbleMs CorPorAte strAtegy MAnAging strAtegiC

AlliAnCes

FinanciaL ManagEMEnt, accOUnting & cOntrOL

CorPorAte finAnCe finAnCiAl ACCounting VAluAtion & inVestMents

MAnAgeMent Control

Managing PEOPLE in OrganizatiOnS

MAnAging oneself huMAn resourCe MAnAgeMent

Cross-CulturAl MAnAgeMent leAdershiP & ethiCs

PersonAl finAnCe negotiAtion EcOnOMicS eMerging eConoMies globAl eConoMiCs MarkEting MArketing MAnAgeMent MArketing After the new

eConoMy MArketing PlAnning & iMPleMentAtion EntrEPrEnEUrShiP, it & innOvatiOn innoVAtion MAnAgeMent entrePreneurshiP, Venture

CAPitAl & deAls it & eleCtroniC CoMMerCe

business Models

OPEratiOnS

MAnAging oPerAtions suPPly ChAin MAnAgeMent

MAnAgeMent by ProjeCts

The Global Executive MBA takes a general management perspective, giving participants a comprehensive view of the firm and the global business environment. At the same time, the case study method draws out best practices that can be immediately applied to participants’ own jobs and companies.

Subjects covered during the program include:

iMMediate iMpact

The concepts, cases and discussions sharpen your skills on many levels, so you can apply your newly acquired knowledge to your work. Practical input from fellow participants from different industries also provides immediate benefits. Meanwhile, action plans developed during the program will help you make a greater impact within your organization from the beginning.

On a personal level, you will have access to experienced counselors who will provide one-on-one coaching to help you develop your career goals and find solutions for achieving work/life balance. You will also utilize a wide range of self-assessment tools to help clarify your interests, abilities, values and management style. IESE’s online management platform will provide you with tips, tools and resources for planning and managing your career over the long term.

www.iese.edu/globalemba/curriculum

“The Global Executive MbA has been vital for me in growing

my international company. I have learned how to better

evaluate business opportunities in a global environment.”

Joëlle Frijters (Global EMBA ’08)

cEO,

ImproveDigital Dutch

“During the program, you gain a holistic view of the

organization, which gives you a broader perspective and

helps you make decisions faster and more effectively.”

Dmitri Zaitsev (Global EMBA ’10 Monthly)

Partner, Accenture Russia ukrainian

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WElcOME TO

OuR AluMNI

NETWORK

“IESE’s Alumni Association

offers many opportunities

for involvement.

Serving on the Executive

committee is an

invaluable experience,

and has given me the

chance to meet graduates

from all over the world

while contributing to

the school.”

Juan Antonio Castellanos (Global EMBA ’02)

General Manager, Apple Iberia Spanish

The benefits of the IESE Global Executive MBA last a lifetime. You will become part of an extensive network of more than 33,000 IESE alumni living in 104 countries around the world. IESE’s Alumni Association provides a host of services and networking opportunities through its 30 Regional Chapters led by enthusiastic members.

Ongoing IESE alumni events bring together program graduates - and their family members - from all over the world to network and participate in sessions led by IESE professors.

Every year, IESE holds close to 200 Continuous Education events with over 22,000 participants in more than

50 different cities, including Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Munich, New York City, Paris, São Paulo and Warsaw, among many other locations. These events feature guest speakers, sessions delivered by IESE faculty and social activities. You will also benefit from a wide range of key publications and resources that offer the latest management research developed at IESE. They include the International Economic Overview, a bulletin published by the economics faculty; the IESE Alumni Magazine, which features lively articles and interviews with graduates; and IESE Insight, an online research portal and magazine.

IESE boasts one of the highest alumni

membership rates in the world, testimony

to the extent of alumni satisfaction with

IESE and its programs. You will gain a

lifetime of worldwide connections you

can rely on throughout your career.

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The Global Executive MBA entails a serious commitment of time and resources. For this reason, we provide multiple opportunities for you to gain a close-up view of the program and meet current participants, alumni, professors and staff members.

open daYS

Attending an Open Day is the ideal way to find out if the Global Executive MBA is right for you. Held on site during residential sessions, these frequent events give you a chance to visit classes with current participants and interact with them informally. They also include informative sessions detailing the overall program and panel discussions with alumni.

aluMni eVentS

IESE organizes alumni events around the world, which include sessions with IESE professors, followed by networking with alumni.

reSidential Module ViSitS

Take part in an actual module held in Europe, North America or Asia. Visit the facilities and join program participants and faculty for lunch.

MBa FairS

IESE representatives regularly take part in MBA fairs in Europe, North America, Latin America and Asia. Stop by and meet us at an event in your area.

Sign up for any of these events through our website at: www.iese.edu/globalemba/events

If you are unable to attend any of these events, we can arrange a personalized visit to our campus any time. E-mail us at [email protected]

OuR DOOR

IS OPEN

Come meet us and find out if the

Global Executive Mba is right for you.

our teaM

A program as international and personalized as IESE’s Global Executive MBA requires a staff as diverse as the participants they serve. Our team has lived in some 20 countries and represents a variety of business backgrounds, ranging from banking to consumer goods. Their commitment to service and attention to detail leaves an indelible impression on Global Executive MBA participants and candidates.

ContACt

Global Executive MBA Program [email protected]

Tel: +34 93 253 42 48

Academic Director

Prof. Eduardo Martínez Abascal

Marketing and Admissions

Fernando Clariana Miguel Folque Brook Hardwick Carmen de Godó Cristina Grieco Program Management Ling Tee Karen Ellison Núria Nebot

E-learning and IT Support

Luis Rojo Gabriel Esparza Adrian Guest

“An Open Day gives

you a great preview of

the program and the

professors. you also get

the perspectives from

current participants and

alumni. For me, it was

a key deciding factor in

choosing IESE.”

Dermot Lalor (Global EMBA ’09)

General Manager,

Amphenol Infocom Europe Irish

“We aim to offer a

world-class program

by attracting the best

participants and creating

the perfect atmosphere

for a profound learning

experience.”

María Puig

Executive Director, Global Executive MbA

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“Whatever we do and wherever we go, we will always

know there is a group of several dozen capable friends

just over our shoulder if we need them. As we reach

out a little further into the alumni network, our leverage

to succeed increases even further.

We have all benefited directly from… the wonderful

moments of fun, the joy of learning, the relationships

we have developed and the sheer achievement of

standing here today.”

Excerpt from graduation speech delivered by

David Heard (Global EMBA ’08)

Division Director, Energy Markets Macquarie Bank, Ltd.

Australian

“It’s never too late to become

what you might have been.”

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“I found the attention

given to the ‘human’ aspects

of management incredible.

The program completely

changed my thinking about

the executive’s role.”

Natalia bochkova

(Global EMba

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Commercial Director,

DHL Express

Russian

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WHy IESE’S

GlObAl

ExEcuTIvE

MbA?

A

PEOPlE-cENTERED

vIEW

Our program consists of a comprehensive

curriculum featuring two formats and

modules in international locations.

IESE takes the view that people

are what make businesses tick

- and they should be at the center

of company leaders’ concerns.

“The diversity of the

participants, the quality

and dedication of the

professors and the

personal attention we

receive from the staff

were the top reasons

I chose the Global

Executive MbA program

at IESE.”

“I valued the program’s

attention to soft skills.

you learn powerful

techniques in areas

such as communication,

negotiation and

cross-cultural management,

which are important in

becoming an effective

leader.”

Module Workload:

FlExIblE:

DESIGNED TO

FIT yOuR lIFE

Choose the format that is right for your

work schedule, your family, your life.

“The program’s monthly

format, with 5-day

residential modules, was

a huge advantage for me.

I was able to effectively

integrate the program

into my professional life,

and could still be home

every weekend with my

family.”

“I found the bimonthly

format ideal for my