Executive Master in Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership
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A CAREER PATH BUILT ON WHAT MAtTERS TO YOU
Purpose is different for everyone. While everybody is looking for a fulfilling and meaningful career, how those metrics are defined, and how clearly, is deeply individual. You may not even have thought about this until now. IE Business School will help you define and sharpen your understanding of what matters to you and guide you in aligning it with your own career objectives, whether you enrolled with those aims fixed in your mind, or they evolve with you over the course of the program.
It's broader than just you, too. We'll help you to expand your leadership capabilities and collaborative spirit, empowering you to take your company and colleagues with you. Building a broad, long-lasting professional network will provide added value to your career, and in turn enable you to add additional value to your organization.
Graduates of this program can be assured that their industry leadership will leave a lasting impression that's about more than salary and title. Our alumni contribute positively to society, driving change in pursuit of a better and more equitable world. That's what purpose speaks to. Our own mission is to create a new generation of executives who understand this. We call it Business with Purpose, because real business leadership carries its own responsibilities—to the planet, to society and to the well-being of others. We’ll help you become a leader who can make change happen on your terms.
ADDING VALUE THROUGH PURPOSE
Planet
At IE Business School, sustainability sits at the heart of our mission to drive change for a better world. We truly believe that business can and should improve lives and protect our environment. We’ll empower you to lead change in your own organization and beyond, because for us this isn't about just saying the right thing to the right people—this is about meaningful outcomes, delivered with purpose for a better planet.
Society
Your business skill set is transversal; it can help solve some of our most pressing societal problems too. We call this harnessing of an entrepreneurial mindset in pursuit of such resolutions Social Entrepreneurship. As a high-performing professional, you’re accustomed to solving problems under demanding conditions that can include unreasonably tight deadlines, extremely ambitious financial targets and more. We’ll show you how to apply the experience you've brought to bear in overcoming those challenges to improve lives outside the workplace, and benefit the communities in which you live and work.
People
We believe an organization's greatest asset is its people. That's why how you treat those you work with is as important as your business outcomes—positive change starts with your interactions with other people. Our alumni understand that a work environment built on the principles of positivity, inclusion and well-being is one where every member of an organization can thrive. At IE Business School, the diversity of the ecosystem and the curriculum of the Executive Master in Digital Transformation and Innovation Leadership will show you how to shape a working culture that's even greater than the sum of its parts, characterized by high employee satisfaction and positive leadership behavior models.
HOW CAN YOU PURSUE YOUR PURPOSE IN THE Executive MASTeR IN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND INNOVATION LEADERSHIP
Pursuing an Executive Master in Digital Transformation and Innovation Leadership is more than just an academic pursuit; it's a commitment to creating a responsible and enduring digital future. As senior profile students embark on this journey, you stand at a juncture where every piece of knowledge must align with wider societal contexts. When evaluating a case or brainstorming a new idea, the core query is: How does this innovation contribute to the betterment of the global community?
This educational journey should not be experienced in solitude. Insights and expertise from seasoned business professionals provide invaluable lessons, enhancing the comprehension of these future leaders. By intertwining these varied viewpoints into their curriculum, students can ensure that digital strategies truly cater to the comprehensive needs of society.
At the heart of every digital initiative must be a steadfast commitment to ethical principles. This involves endorsing digital platforms that foster trust, promote fair access, and transparently tackle data-related issues. The mission for these students is not merely to innovate but to be forward-thinkers, shaping a digital world that perfectly merges technological advancements with societal well-being and ecological sustainability.
Sustainability Business in the Program
- Sustainability certificate
- Integrated sustainability in core courses and electives
- Sustainability Capstone Project (specific scope)
- Integrated sustainability project in standard Capstone Project
- Speakers´ series on sustainability
Social Impact
- Social Impact Project (Splash)
- Projects and initiatives focus on influence social environment.
Working well with Others
- Impact skills module, (problem solving, creative thinking)
- Different workshops focused on leadership, working in teams, crisis management.
WE ARE CARBON NEUTRAL
We were just ranked #2 worldwide in Carbon Footprint by the Financial Times for our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. In fact, as of 2022, we are a carbon neutral Business School.
SUSTAINABILITY AT IE University
Net Zero carbon emissions
In 2022, we keep working towards Net Zero Carbon Emissions.
- 12712teaching hours of sustainability contentin the 2021 academic year
- 23%of courses related to sustainability
- 500events with a focus on sustainability
- +350student-led activitieswith a focus on sustainability
- 98%reduction in paper usage
- 10026reduction in water consumptionin 2021–2022 vs. 2020–2021
FAQS
How does the Executive Master in Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership prepare you for leadership in digital transformation?
As a hybrid program spanning 13 months, students become leaders through three core areas: understanding current and emerging digital technologies with practical innovation methods; learning how data analytics and technology disrupt sectors and transform business functions; and mastering leadership skills to drive successful organizational transformation.
Who is the Executive Master in Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership for?
Ideal candidates are experienced executives or senior managers looking to upskill and lead digital transformation. Most participants have between 10 and 15 years of professional experience, are between the ages of 35 and 45, and come from business, IT and engineering backgrounds.
What are the essential leadership skills for digital transformation?
Essential leadership skills include understanding digital technologies and developing results-focused strategies. Effective digital transformation leadership requires visionary thinking to set cutting-edge strategic goals, plus the ability to adapt to change and the skills to create a culture of innovation.
What can you do with the Executive Master in Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership?
Graduates become digital innovation officers, startup founders, transformation consultants, customer experience managers, executive strategic managers or chief technology officers. The program prepares leaders to drive innovation and transformation across any industry.