The IESE MBA. Who are we looking for?

There’s no such thing as a typical IESE MBA student. Participants come from more than 50 countries and a wide variety of industries and backgrounds. Most are young professionals who are seeking to become leaders within existing companies or to start up one of their own. 

Every student is different – but everyone in your cohort will have something in common: a desire to make a deep and positive impact on the world.

MBA student profile

40%

40%

Women

5.4

5.4

Years of Experience

85%

85%

International Students

40%

40%

Women

5.4

5.4

Years of Experience

85%

85%

International Students

29

29

Age Average

+350

+350

Students

580-750 / 545-715

580-750 / 545-715

(GMAT 10th / GMAT Focus) Acceptance Range

*Recommends at or above 50th percentile for both formats

29

29

Age Average

+350

+350

Students

580-750 / 545-715

580-750 / 545-715

(GMAT 10th / GMAT Focus) Acceptance Range

*Recommends at or above 50th percentile for both formats

What we are looking for.

Academic ability

Academic ability

You have an undergraduate degree and a high GMAT/GRE score.

Personal drive

Personal drive

You are motivated to work hard towards your goals.

Confidence

Confidence

You believe in your ability to succeed.

Leadership

Leadership

You have the capacity to understand and get the best from people.

Work experience

Work experience

You have the recommended three – ten years professional experience (average five).

International outlook

International outlook

Your business perspectives are not limited by borders.

Good communication skills

Good communication skills

You know how to talk and, more importantly, how to listen.

Team player mentality

Team player mentality

You can work towards shared goals within a team dynamic.

Strong values

Strong values

You want to contribute to society and conduct business ethically.

We believe in women

IESE is committed to increasing the number of women leaders in the global business field and empowering a more inclusive generation of future leaders. We work to break the glass and concrete ceilings, incorporating talent that is not always considered through financial aid, student-led clubs like the Women in Business Club, conferences and research.

Discover all the resources and projects that IESE offers women so that you can learn, network and grow as a leader.

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