The IESE GMP. Structure and calendar
The General Management Program (GMP) is taught over a period of six months in Munich (with 1 module in Barcelona). Classes take place on campus: two and a half days every three weeks.
Program structure
The General Management Program (GMP) offers challenging, practical training. It is divided into three blocks that address the challenges of leadership by focusing on action.
Foundations of Decision-Making
The first part of the program will offer break-the-frame insights to inspire you to approach global business systems from new angles. You will sharpen your capacity for analysis and deepen your understanding of new concepts, including accounts, finance and strategy.
- Analysis of Business Problems
- Decision Analysis
- Accounting and Control
- Finance Management
- Corporate Strategy
Methodology:
Executive challenge
Case study
Managing Technology & Innovation
In the second part of the program, you´ll examine the role of information systems as a strategic corporate driver as opposed to a stand-alone functional area. You´ll also explore the fundamentals of marketing, entrepreneurship and operations and reflect on your own executive challenge.
- Information Systems
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Operations
- Executive Challenge
Methodology:
Simulation in management
Executive coaching
Case study
Leading Change in Organizations
The last segment of the program puts the spotlight on global market trends, managing people in organizations, negotiation skills and the importance of interweaving ethics at every stage of the value chain. You´ll also better understand how you can cultivate your personal and professional development moving forward.
- Global Economics
- Managing People in Organizations
- Negotiations
- Business Ethics
Methodology:
Negotiation
Case study
Dates & Locations
- Module 1: Munich, November 18-20, 2025
- Module 2: Munich, December 9-11, 2025
- Module 3: Munich, January 20-22, 2026
- Module 4: Munich, February 10-12, 2026
- Module 5: Munich, March 3-5, 2026
- Module 6: Barcelona, March 24-26, 2026
- Module 7: Munich, April 21-23, 2026
- Module 8: Munich, May 12-13, 2026
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