16/04/2025
In today’s competitive landscape, it’s essential to choose a master’s degree that will give you an edge.
Wondering why Executive MBA programs have become so important for C-Suite professionals? Here at IE Business School, we’ve got a variety of top “EMBAs” that are designed to elevate your career.
Read on for insights on how to figure out your perfect program.
What is an Executive MBA?
Though all Executive MBAs are a brilliant way to gain valuable business insights and sharpen your leadership skills, Executive MBA programs are designed with a certain candidate in mind.
We empower high-performing leaders to become agents for change—without having to sacrifice your personal and professional life.
IE Business School doesn’t just keep up with the latest trends—we set them. According to the Economist, our Executive MBAs are among the top-ranked Executive MBAs in Europe. You’ll join an alumni network of 65,000 students from over 140 countries, perfect for boosting your international career.
Your Executive MBA options
Whether you’re looking for an MBA for senior executives, or a distance learning Executive MBA is your priority—we’ve got one to suit your needs. We offer the following programs:
– Executive MBA: a unique blended master, delivered in Spanish, English or a combination of both.
– IE Brown Executive MBA: two renowned universities unite to deliver a world-class educational experience.
– Global Executive MBA: an Executive MBA for global business leaders with face-to-face periods spanning three continents: America, Europe and Asia.
To find out which Executive MBA resonates best with you, let’s break them down according to their key features.
The perfect addition to your lifestyle
All our programs are created to blend seamlessly within your life. An Executive MBA is designed to make waves, but here at IE Business School, we don’t believe you should have to sacrifice your education or career to get ahead.
Our blended programs are devised to sit alongside your other commitments, so that you can achieve a perfect balance in your personal, professional and educational life.
Why Executive MBA programs need a grasp on technology
The Executive MBA, Global Executive MBA and IE Brown MBA all combine face-to-face and virtual learning, with a mixture of online and residential periods. Thanks to our state-of-the-art blended methodology, we’re here to adapt to your needs—without losing any dynamic classroom discussions.
As you study in the heart of Madrid, you’re sure to build strong connections with your colleagues.
The ideal candidate
Some candidates are more experienced than others, and each of our programs allow for this. For instance, at least five years’ professional experience is expected for the Executive MBA. Both programs seek industry experts who want to drive their careers forward in an international landscape.
The IE Brown Executive MBA is ideal for high-powered, experienced professionals. The combination of two leading institutions allows professionals interested in the humanities sector to gain unique, international perspectives. Finally, our Global Executive MBA is the ultimate MBA for executives and expert entrepreneurs who are seeking to dominate the global playing field.
Covering three continents and four countries, participants in this program will expand their worldwide network and gain first-hand experience in today’s world of work.
The Executive MBA can be studied in English, Spanish or a combination of both. This makes it ideal for opening the door to Spanish-speaking markets, or honing your business skills in English if you’re doing so as a second language. As such, studying the Executive MBA is a step towards a truly international career.
Why study Executive MBA programs at IE Business School?
If you’re still unsure which program best suits your needs, use this handy feature to compare each one. No matter which Executive MBA you choose, IE Business School will help you reach your goals, both personally and professionally.
