MASTER IN

BUSINESS
ANALYTICS
& BIG DATA

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & DATA

The rise of data is
producing a landscape
full of challenges and
opportunities across all
sectors. With the Master
in Business Analytics &
Big Data, students gain
the holistic skill set in
data science, business
transformation and
big data to overcome
the obstacles and drive
disruption in their
specific company.
ABOUT THE
PROGRAM
Your program overview

Mode of Study Full-time

Part-time

Format In-person
Blended

Intakes September & April

January

Duration 11 Months
17 Months

Language English

Location Madrid & International

destinations

A hands-on program that

addresses the shortage of data
specialists in a business culture
where data is king. Data analysis,
projects, multimedia simulations
and classes led by industry
experts from Amazon, Google
and IBM. Master the in-demand
data science skills across a wide
variety of companies.
TWO MODES
OF STUDY FOR
MAXIMUM
FLEXIBILITY

Now that data-driven

business is the new
normal, we know that
ambitious professionals
are looking to upskill
at every stage of their
careers. With this in
mind, the Master in
Business Analytics and
Big Data is available in
two modes of study.

Full-time
The in-person, full-time format
is ideal for those looking to
break into data via a fast-
paced, immersive program.
You’ll spend ten months
mastering the art of data-
driven business among
a cohort of outstanding
graduates and young
professionals. To top it off,
an immersion week at an
international destination
will bring you closer to your
business future in action.
Part-time
If you’re already advancing in
your career and want to future-
proof your skill set without
putting your career on hold,
our part-time mode of study
is an impactful option. Thanks
to our innovative blended
format, which combines online
and in-person periods, you
can continue to work while
you learn to dominate the
world of big data. Plus, you’ll
grow your network with a like-
minded group of international
professionals and experience
a digital business hub during
a week at an international
destination.

As someone new to the data

Anup Raj Satyal, Nepal
domain, I was glad to see
that the first few months
of the Master in Business
Analytics & Big Data
provided enough breadth for
me to grasp the landscape
while the rest of the program
allowed me to dive deeper
into the parts I found most
interesting.”
 WHO IS THIS
PROGRAM FOR?
The perfect fit

The Master in Business Analytics & Big Data

is designed for individuals who want to
leverage cutting-edge technology insights
within businesses and organizations.

Students that enroll in the program will

find common ground in their drive to
be pioneers in the technological field,
through innovative tech-driven strategies
and transformations. While academic
backgrounds in engineering and business
are common, no technical expertise or
qualifications are required.

For those who wish Senior Commercial

to become...
Consultant
Business Analyst Data Architect
Chief Data Officer Data Scientist
(CDO) Machine Learning
Chief Technology Engineer
Officer (CTO) Market Research
Advanced Analytics Analyst
Consultant Pre-Sales Analyst
Statistician IT Consultant
WHY CHOOSE
THIS PROGRAM?
Reasons you should join

01
Drive data-powered
business success
Learn how data collection and data-
driven business approaches can
allow you to identify key insights that
transform previous organizational
processes. What’s more, with your
newly acquired problem-solving
expertise, you’ll be able to leverage
these insights to overcome key
challenges.
02
Take part in
active learning
Thanks to our innovative methodology,
you will benefit from diverse, hands-
on learning. Featuring everything
from case studies and workshops to
multimedia simulations, classroom
debates and dynamic group projects,
you'll always get the chance to put new
knowledge into practice.

Gain an officially
recognized qualification
Both the full-time and part-time Master in
Business Analytics and Big Data are official
03
graduate degrees approved by the Spanish
authorities. While IE University is accredited
by the Ministry of Education, the program’s
curriculum is also adapted for the European
Higher Education Area. That means your
award will not only carry international prestige,
but also prove recognized professional
competencies, boosting your reputation across
top organizations.
 04
Collaborate with
industry-leading
companies
Alongside the support of a world-
class faculty, you will gain access to
industry leaders and top training from
companies including IBM, Telefonica,
Microsoft Learn and Amazon Web
Services Academy. Some of these
opportunities even offer additional
certifications to stand out among
recruiters.
Enhance your career potential
through official AWS and
Microsoft Learn certification
programs.
Learn more
05
Broaden
your
horizons
Combine new analytical abilities
with cutting-edge approaches and
top interpersonal skills. With the
present demand for holistic, data-
literate professionals, a broad range
of opportunities will be open to you,
empowering you to follow the path of
your choice.
I essentially used my time at IE University to
help pivot my career into my passion. Before
IE University, I was working in a field far
from my original studies of statistics, and I
wanted to find a way into the professional
analytics field. IE University’s Master in
Business Analytics & Big Data program did
a phenomenal job of preparing me to excel,
boosting my hard and soft skills, as well as
giving me networking and career advice
that in due course helped shape my career
into what it is today.”

Christina Stathopoulos, USA

PROGRAM 60%
STRUCTURE of companies say it’s more
difficult to find talent for data
Your learning journey and analytics positions than
any other role.
McKinsey Analytics

The Master in Business Analytics &

Big Data is built around four key areas
of knowledge. Over three terms of
engaging sessions online, in Madrid
and at an international destination,
these distinct areas are woven

D
together to provide a holistic learning
journey. What’s more, depending on
individual circumstances, students can
attend in-person or online thanks to
our Liquid Learning environment.

Business
Transformation
Discover the strategies companies
currently implement to incorporate
the latest technologies, using such
tools to streamline their services and

B
amplify their vision. By examining the
processes involved in collecting diverse
data, you can glean information to
boost efficiency and practices.

Data Science
Acquire practical knowledge of the
inner workings of Deep Learning,
Computer Vision, Robotics, Natural
Language Processing and more
through an in-depth exploration of
Artificial Intelligence techniques within
the realms of data science.
 P
Big Data
Technologies
Gain access to the cutting-edge
technologies used to effectively
address the issues within Big Data.
Incorporate the use of Flink, Kafka,
Spark, Hadoop architecture and more,

T
to analyze in real time vast collections
data, both unstructured and
structured, through the construction
and design of a Data Lake.

Professional Skills
While top-notch technical ability
and knowledge are fundamental
pillars, there is another that deserves
equal attention. Developing both
professional and interpersonal skills
is crucial in order to enable optimal
performance in decision-making
processes.

$103 billion
The expected value of the global
big data market by 2027.
Statista

83%
of executives report that big
data projects have allowed their
organizations to gain a competitive
advantage.
Forbes
FULL-TIME
STRUCTURE
Pre-program September or April Online

Term 1 Sept. – December Madrid

or April – July

Winter/Summer December – January

Break or July

Term 2 January – March Madrid

or July – October

Spring/Autumn March – April

Break or October

Immersion Week April or October International

destination

Term 3 April – July

or October – February Madrid

Graduation July or February

PART-TIME
STRUCTURE
Term 1 Pre-program: January Online

January (Two weeks) Madrid

January – July Online

July (One week) Madrid

Summer Break July – August

Term 2 August – December Online

Winter Break December – January

Term 3 January (One week) International destination

January – July Online

July (Two weeks) Madrid

Graduation July Madrid

And that's just the beginning.

Find out more
Click here to find out more about the program.
STUDENT PROFILE
Your future network

The Master in Business Analytics

& Big Data is made up of students
and professionals from broad sector
backgrounds that are proficient in critical
analysis, original thought and leveraging
technology. These individuals often go
on to fuel digital transformations in their
chosen enterprises, leading the way in
uncharted territory.

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Class Stats Academic background:

Full-time
format
Business

Quantitative

Technology

36 25-31 2-5
nationalities years old is the average years
represented in the average age of of professional
classroom. students in this experience.
program.
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Class Stats Academic background:

Part-time
format
Business

Quantitative

Technology

17 30-39 5-12
nationalities years old is the average years
represented in the average age of of professional
classroom. students in this experience.
program.

Where do our
alumni work?

Discover where the journey can take you.

Find out more
Read more about our alumni.
ADMISSIONS
PROCESS
& FINANCIAL
AID
The IE University admissions Who you are
process is simple yet Students across
rigorous—and carried out all program areas
share common traits
entirely online. that we look out
for. We particularly
value dedicated and
talented individuals
who come from
While the particulars may change diverse backgrounds
depending on your chosen program, it and possess a global
always follows a similar format, which mindset.
you can discover below. With our Alongside your strong
rolling admissions process, there’s no interpersonal skills and
application deadline. But spaces are innovative outlook,
you thrive under an
limited so we recommend that you apply intensive academic
as soon as possible. workload, considering
it an opportunity to
share new experiences
and create unique
The first steps approaches to
problem-solving.
Before you embark on your personal
learning journey, there are five
preliminary steps you need to take.
01 03
Online Entrance Exam
Application Form Next, you will have to take
either the GMAT, GRE or
Complete the online
IEGAT. If you would like
application form and
to apply to a Finance
upload the documents
Program you must take
required by your program.
either the GMAT, GRE,
02 CFA Level 1 or CAIA Level
1. Note that this is a
Online mandatory requirement,
Assessment and the IEGAT will not be
accepted.
With the application
submitted and the fee
paid, you will receive a
link to answer three live
questions, two in video
format and one in written
format.

04 06
English Final Decision
Proficiency Your entire application
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo will be evaluated by the
or Cambridge (C1 or C2) Admissions Committee
certifications may be and you will receive an
necessary to demonstrate answer within 1–3 weeks.
your English level.

05
EXAM:
Personal
Interview
This online interview
will take place with an
A
associate director of the
B
admissions team.
C

This process may vary depending on the program. Be
sure to consult the Admissions area of your program of
interest for more details on the admissions process.
Get started →
* Special admission requirements
for Master in Finance candidates,
contact the admissions team for more
information.
** If you are considering a dual degree,
keep in mind that students must be
admitted to both programs.
FINANCIAL
AID

If sorting out funding Most of our students rely on a

combination of different types of
and scholarships is financial means to cover the tuition
fees and the overall costs associated
an important part of with program attendance. These
means typically include personal
making IE University resources, student loans, scholarships
your next big step and, at times, some form of family
support or tuition assistance from
in your professional employers.

journey, the good The IE Financial Aid Office will help

you understand the different financing
news is that we have options and scholarship opportunities
available. Researching, understanding
a range of funding your options and planning ahead is
options available to key. The FAO will provide you with all
the necessary guidance to make any
support you! scholarship or loan application process
as smooth as possible.

Please visit our financial aid website

for more details or schedule an
appointment with our team.

Go to the Site →
The aim is twofold:
celebrating and
rewarding outstanding
individuals and
providing scholarship
support to deserving
and promising
candidates who would
otherwise not be able
to attend IE University.

IE Scholarships
Thanks to the IE Foundation and
the generosity of our students,
alumni, parents, corporate partners
and other benefactors who support
our groundbreaking Financial Aid
program, we are able to maintain a
strong commitment to providing top-
notch education to highly qualified
candidates from around the world,
regardless of their economic situation.
Our wide portfolio of scholarships Direct Awards
allows us to guarantee diversity and
excellence through our needs-based There is no formal application process
and merit-based scholarships. for the IE High Potential Award—
all applicants are automatically
Scholarships are awarded based on considered. Awards are communicated
economic need, merit, distinctive at the time of admission and
competencies and/or academic and recipients are chosen based on the
professional excellence. The aim is information provided during the
twofold: celebrating and rewarding admissions process: the strength of
outstanding individuals and providing their application, academic merit,
scholarship support to deserving and professional experience, the quality
promising candidates who would of the interview, competitiveness,
otherwise not be able to attend IE life experiences and suitability to
University. the program and our school. These
awards are need-blind, and are
compatible with other IE Scholarships
should the candidate require further
Check the IE Financial Aid website to discover the full
list of scholarships available and to learn more about the support through a formal scholarship
application process. application.
Loans Tuition Payment Options

Many of our students rely on loans While making an investment in higher

—either government and/or privately education is extremely worthwhile,
funded—to at least partially finance we understand it isn’t always easy. At
their studies at IE University. As we IE University, we allow students to pay
strive to provide our students with in interest-free installments, without
further financing opportunities, pre-approval requirements or credit
we are committed to securing checks.
agreements with both Spanish and
international institutions that offer The number of installments and
our students financial loan schemes conditions depends on the program,
on favorable grounds. While there are please talk to your admissions advisor
many organizations that lend to IE for more information.
students—including those we have
an agreement with—it is critical that
you understand all fees and terms of
available loans to compare them and
determine which are best suited to
your particular needs.

Contact our dedicated team at loans@ie.edu to find out

which financing options may be available to you. Please
note that many financing schemes are time sensitive
and may require planning several months before your
program starts.
ABOUT YOUR
UNIVERSITY
The IE University
ecosystem is designed
with the student in mind.
Rooted in a human-
centered approach to
entrepreneurship and
innovation, we offer an
extensive global network,
cutting-edge facilities
and top institutional
partnerships—empowering
future leaders to define
their journey.
WHO WHO
WE ARE? WE ARE

First and foremost,

we are Liquid Learners.
Liquid Learning
at IE University is the
culmination of our
educational vision,
transcending any single
platform or approach
to produce a holistic,
streamlined academic
experience.
Developed over 20 years, this model
blurs the lines between online and in-
person education resulting in a flexible,
highly interactive learning journey.

By breaking down traditional barriers

to education, Liquid Learning provides
access to the same world-class
education, regardless of location or
personal circumstances.

But what does this mean? Allow us to

explain. As Liquid Learners, we are:
1,800+ Leaders in
Business Education
students can attend
the same session IE University was founded by entrepreneurs
simultaneously with a vision to disrupt traditional models of
education to equip students with the skills
they need for the future.

100% To achieve this, the institution was

created with five values in mind: diversity,
of our students have
humanities, technology & innovation,
online access to classes
sustainability and entrepreneurship.

Pioneers in
200 Disruptive Learning
classes streaming IE University transformed business
online simultaneously education by introducing disruptive
in HD teaching methodologies, ranging from
immersive classroom approaches and
technological innovation to close ties with

100K+ industry leaders.

Over the years, our broad spectrum of

online sessions disruptive learning innovations has helped
in total students from 140 different countries
unleash their true potential.

“Through Extended Reality (XR),

we’re integrating engaging
technologies into our academic
offering to simulate real-world
scenarios and bring immersive
learning to life.”

Diego del Alcázar Benjumea

CEO of IE University
Diverse
Visionaries
Our cutting-edge methodologies
and global approach to education is
complemented by the diversity of our “I'm able to
community. study with
Students are in constant contact people from
with a variety of academic, ethnic all around the
and cultural backgrounds, which world and learn
challenges preconceived notions about different
and empowers them to think in new, cultures.
innovative ways.

Patricia
Master in Management
25% Restless
Entrepreneurs
of our alumni have
started their own
businesses All our programs are taught from
an entrepreneurial perspective,
encouraging students to craft and

1,500+ apply solutions in the real world—

whether in an intrapreneurial or
students trained entrepreneurial capacity.
in entrepreneurial
management Through startup accelerators and
networking opportunities, students
are able to fuel their ideas, fully

100+ supported as they embark on their

entrepreneurial journey.
mentors working
alongside our students
 WHERE WE ARE
OUR EDUCATIONAL
“IE University
ECOSYSTEM
teaches you
to work and
cooperate
with people
from different
backgrounds,
and to bring
out the best in
others.

Enjoy the right university

experience for you.
We have three locations:
Segovia, Madrid and
Online.
Dionysios Stavrakas, Russia
Executive MBA
 Segovia Know more →

Declared a World Heritage Site

by UNESCO in 1985, Segovia is
famous for its cathedral, alcázar and
“In every corner aqueduct.
of Segovia, in
every step you One of the city’s most historic
take through its buildings, the Convent of Santa Cruz
streets, squares, la Real, is home to the IE University
and countryside, campus. This campus combines
there’s a sense rich history with state-of-the-art
of tradition, art, classrooms.
and history.

Cheyenne Uribe
Switzerland. Dual Degree in Laws
and International Relations
Class of 2020
Madrid Know more →
Online
Our online classrooms
Our urban tech-based education hub
enable us to provide
is located at the heart of one of the
Liquid Learning with
most exclusive neighborhoods of the
hybrid teaching
city. Not far away, you can find our new
methodology.
innovation tower—the fifth addition
to the Cuatro Torres—bringing an Featuring synchronous
environmentally efficient and avant- and asynchronous
garde architectural design to a lively learning, the online
business district. campus puts the
student at the center
with dynamic learning
methodologies that
adapt to individual
circumstances.
The IE Tower in numbers 7,000
square meters set aside for
green spaces

180
meters high and 35 floors

6,000
undergraduate students on
campus

35
story tower with classrooms
and educational zones

70+
classrooms and a large
number of workspaces and
chill-out zones

50,000
square meters
 66,000+
OUR ALUMNI IN NUMBERS

total alumni

169
countries

1,300+
alumni events worldwide

28 Global Presence
alumni reunions Our extended IE community stretches
across the globe, with 30 offices working
together to build a lasting community

6,000 around the world.

These offices organize thousands of

participants
international networking events, connecting
our alumni community, candidates,

60+
companies and partner universities.

Benefits for ▶ Venture Days ▶ Worldwide

career sessions per year our global conferences
▶ Networking
community:
and social events ▶ Career
▶ IE events, for alumni and opportunities

300+
masterclasses and students for alumni and
workshops led by students
▶ Global Alumni
IE professors
Weekends ▶ Alumni clubs
career orientation ▶ Corporate
▶ “Glocal” network
interviews partnerships

Know more →
Find us at one of our international offices.
WHAT'S LIFE
LIKE AT
IE UNIVERSITY
“IE University
has provided me
with the right
network and
environment
to strengthen
my professional
There’s always something potential as an
entrepreneur
happening at IE University.
and architect.
From business conferences
to sports games and
coding competitions,
you’ll never be lacking in
opportunities for growth— Dana Nayef Alfayez

and fun!
Alum. Master in Business for
Architecture & Design
 Venture Days
Event that connects
the entrepreneurial
community across all
continents.

30+
cities around the globe

1,000+
startups applied

Area 31
Weekly Venture
Venture Lab
Launchpad for
10
Network event with startups under the
finalists go to the
pitches given to guidance of industry
Venture Day in Madrid
investors. experts.

450+
startups participate
Exclusive workspace for
each year
admitted teams

100
events every year

Know more →
EnlightED
Bringing together
the most innovative
startups in education,
innovation and
edtech.

South Summit IE Rockets

Brings together the most Residency program to
innovative startups regardless build your skills and
their industry, development brand in the higher
stage and country. education sector.

146
6,700+
startups applied

CEO / Executives
participated in our
latest edition
$60M
raised from startups

$4.3B+
raised by former startup
competition finalists
IE Clubs and Centers Women at IE University
in numbers...

We believe that campus life is just as

important as academic life. With more than
120 active student-led clubs on campus
and online, our students have access to
countless opportunities to engage with 39%
a variety of topics and learn beyond the of our full-time faculty
classroom. are women

Club spotlights

IE Out & Allies Club 48%

The IE Out & Allies Club endeavors to broaden of our students are
understanding and support for LGBTQI* populations women
worldwide. This student-led LGBTQI* club organizes
inclusive, year-round events, which range from
educational meetups to networking and cocktail
events to celebrate a break from school.
The club also proudly organizes the LGBT@Work, the
56%
longest-running LGBTQI* work conference in Europe,
of the scholarships
and third-largest business school LGBTQI* conference
offered to master’s
in the world.
students are awarded
to women
Women at IE
At IE University, we strive to maintain and promote

7.7
gender equality both on and off campus. With over
2,000 members, the IE Women in Business Club was

million
created to reduce the obstacles facing women in
gaining top leadership positions. ​
We also work with multiple international women’s
organizations to provide talented and driven women was awarded to women
the financial resources required to reach their pursuing a master’s or
academic and professional goals. bachelor's degree in
Every year, we celebrate International Women’s Day 2019​
with a week full of events addressing gender equality.

IE Clubs →
 1,500+
annual face-to-face and
online events

600+
speakers hosted on campus

37,000+
attendees

IE Center for Diversity in More IE student clubs:

Global Management ▶ Net Impact
The IE Center for Diversity in Global Management
▶ AI & Big Data
harnesses the power of diversity to help organizations
become more resilient, efficient and innovative. ▶ TechIE
Created in September 2002, the Center is an invaluable ▶ IE Tech Lab
resource for the IE University community, engaging
▶ IE Tech & Innovation
in training, applied research and awareness-raising
activities, alongside holding networking events to ▶ IE Smart Cities
foster international debate.
▶ IE Cybersecurity

IE Africa Center ▶ IE Blockchain

IE Africa Center aims to revolutionize the way the next ▶ IE Air & Space
generation of global executives understand African ▶ IE Fintech
innovation—past and present.
▶ IE Coding
We understand that the intellectual and physical
contributions of Africa and its people are not only ▶ IE Women
central to the modern world as it exists today, but are in Business
crucial to building a better future. ▶ IE E-Commerce
▶ IE EdTech
and more...
IE Centers →
 OUR STUD EN TS
IN N UM BERS
85%
international students

160+ 45+
nationalities languages spoken
on campus on campus

52% 70,000+
male students students on campus

48% 100+
female students active clubs on campus

“I think the fact that there

were only 20 of us and there
are 17 different nationalities,
the fact that we got to learn
so much from different
cultures, is great. I think I
learned as much outside as
inside the classroom.

Manon Germain
Alum. Master in Talent Development
& Human Resources
OUR RECOGNITION
& REPUTATION

Pioneers
in Online MBAs
since 2001

1
Worldwide
5 Best MBA
ST TH
Online MBA Program
for Entrepre-
neurship
QS 2022 P&Q 2021

3 Worldwide
5 Worldwide
RD TH

Online MBA Master in

Management
Financial Times 2022 QS 2021

5 Worldwide
7 Worldwide
TH TH
Executive MBA Global MBA
(Joint programmes)
QS 2021 QS 2021
WORLDWIDE
ACCREDITATIONS

“I believe it is critical to understand

cultural differences and to be able to
work in a diverse environment, which is
exactly what IE University provides for
both its professors and students.

Bin Ma
Assistant Professor, Human Resources
& Organizational Behavior