Master in International Development | IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs

Master in International Development

duration10 months
languageEnglish
locationMadrid
intakeSeptember
MODE OF STUDYFull-time
FORMATIn-person
duration10 months
languageEnglish
locationMadrid
intakeSeptember
MODE OF STUDYFull-time
FORMATIn-person

BECOME THE LEADER OF OUR BETTER FUTURE

Are you ready to leap into a high-impact career and start working toward a better future? The Master in International Development is designed for individuals who are interested in entering the world of international development, or who want to move a step above their current position by improving the way they work and enhancing their skills. The program prepares students for whatever route they choose, whether it is in the public, private or nonprofit sectors.

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Career Report Master International Development | IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs

CAREER REPORT MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

To achieve social, economic and environmental prosperity, today’s leaders must be equipped with the concept of a better tomorrow. This practical program trains leaders to implement lasting change supported by the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

  • 89%
    of graduates receive a job offer within 6 months
  • 75%
    of employed graduates work in Europe

OPPORTUNITIES FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDENTS AFTER GRADUATION

Besides the range in industry and organization you could end up in with your Master in International Development, there’s also a wide scope of role types you could fill upon graduation, including but not limited to:

  • INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

  • PROJECT MANAGER

  • POLICY AND PLANNING OFFICER

  • RESEARCHER

  • CONSULTANT

  • OPERATIONS OFFICER

  • PUBLIC POLICY ANALYST

  • DATA ANALYST

  • PROJECT OFFICER

  • SECTOR SPECIALIST

  • Sustainability Consultant

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WHERE OUR ALUMNI WORK

  • UNSSC
  • UNICEF
  • EBRD
  • UNDP
  • EPO
  • ICC
  • UNESCO
  • WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME

MEET YOUR FUTURE EMPLOYER ON CAMPUS

Every year, IE University holds career-oriented events to help our students discover a myriad of job opportunities that await them after graduation. Students in the Master in International Development can attend specific events organized for them and specific forums for companies in the International Development & Social Impact sphere. Entities that have participated in the past include:

  • ABD LOGO
  • Devex Logo
  • Hazlo Posible Logo
  • Impact Hub IE
  • ICRC IE logo
  • UNHCR IE logo
  • World Bank Group Logo IE
  • OECD IE logo
  • OSCE IE Logo
  • Save The Children IE
  • UNWTO logo IE

YOUR INTERNATIONAL CAREER TRACK

Our Talent & Career department is dedicated to helping students in the international relations, social impact and development sector build their skills and network. He connects young professionals to opportunities in the public sector, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, think tanks and private corporations.

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RECRUITERS AT IE UNIVERSITY

At IE University, we’re committed to giving you the tools to drive positive impact and helping you find the right job is a big part of that. In line with this mission, IE Talent & Careers regularly invites recruiters to participate in various activities to help them connect with bold, young talent and identify the best fit for their recruitment needs.

IE TALENT & CAREERS

IE Talent & Careers is the best partner for the professional development of all our current and former students at IE.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Master in International Development increases your employability to new frontiers. That’s to say, getting a job in international development is guaranteed with so many post-graduate opportunities. Receiving instruction from the UN and other agencies, graduates leave the program with the skills to make meaningful changes in their chosen field.

  • International Development graduates go on to work in organizations that deal with governance, education, infrastructure, economics, human rights, conflict, forced migration, security, the environment, food industry, and many other areas.

  • The Master in International Development is specifically designed for individuals who are interested in entering the world of international development.