IESE GEMBA

(WHY) Driven by ambition and impact, you seek to deepen your business expertise, expand your global network, and gain a broader, more strategic perspective to lead effectively on a worldwide scale.

(WHERE & HOW) With international experience both professionally and personally, the GEMBA class explores a world that you will recognize as your home. Entrepreneurial at heart, you look for a cutting-edge, flexible, and innovation-driven program that empowers you to navigate an increasingly complex and uncertain future with confidence.

(WHAT) Built around four core pillars — Leadership, Sustainability, Digital & AI, and Entrepreneurship — the program equips you to lead with purpose in a fast-changing, complex world.

A unique learning experience that combines world-class faculty, real-world exposure in several business hubs worldwide, and a powerful international network.

If you are a lifelong learner, immerse yourself in this truly global and diverse adventure!

Cities
6 cities on 3 continents
Length
16 months
Format
Flexible learning: residential modules & distance learning
Starting date
March 2026

3 reasons to join the GEMBA experience

1

Be part of an immersive program global to the core

This highly immersive program gathers distinguished faculty members, thought leaders and business leaders from 30+ countries whose frontline experiences reflect the diversity of their backgrounds.

2

Network with a high-caliber cohort

Learn alongside an exceptional cadre of senior leaders from a rich diversity of business and cultural backgrounds. The breadth and depth of their knowledge generates an energizing classroom dynamic.

3

Learn with rigor and relevance

Guided by IESE faculty experts, the program incorporates case analyses and action-oriented learning methodologies to zero in on the most critical issues and current trends shaping the global economy.

1

Be part of an immersive program global to the core

This highly immersive program gathers distinguished faculty members, thought leaders and business leaders from 30+ countries whose frontline experiences reflect the diversity of their backgrounds.

2

Network with a high-caliber cohort

Learn alongside an exceptional cadre of senior leaders from a rich diversity of business and cultural backgrounds. The breadth and depth of their knowledge generates an energizing classroom dynamic.

3

Learn with rigor and relevance

Guided by IESE faculty experts, the program incorporates case analyses and action-oriented learning methodologies to zero in on the most critical issues and current trends shaping the global economy.

A Global Executive MBA for world-class leaders.

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FAQs

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