The Dual Degree in Business Administration and Design course at IE University equips students with both business and design skills, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience.

The Dual Degree in Business Administration and Design course is a demanding programme for creative individuals with a passion for innovation and business, looking to produce lasting value within the corporate world.

Embark on a unique learning journey where you harness the power of future-forward design, develop unparalleled business knowledge and gain real-world, hands-on experience.

This one-of-a-kind blended degree has been specially designed to provide a creative, multidisciplinary and interconnected approach to business administration and design, equipping you with the complete skill set to become a future global leader.

You will work closely with IE Business School and IE School of Architecture and Design to integrate core components of design and management as you explore cutting-edge perspectives on traditional business. This will cover key aspects such as how it operates and the role of design in the corporate world.

Students who complete a dual degree at IE University receive two undergraduate diplomas upon graduation. Both programmes are fully compliant with the Bologna Process and accredited by the Spanish Government and the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).

School: IE University, IE School of Architecture and Design
Course: The Dual Degree in Business Administration and Design
Type: Undergraduate
Location: Segovia and Madrid, Spain
Course dates: September 2026 to July 2031
Application deadline: rolling admission

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What will I learn during this course?

– Business fundamentals (finance, marketing, strategy)
– Design thinking and human-centred design, innovation
– User experience and product development
– Integration of design and business strategy

What are the requirements?

– High school diploma (system-dependent validation)
– IE admission test or SAT/ACT
– Interview and online assessment
– English proficiency
– Portfolio

What facilities and resources are available?

– Fashion studios
– Fab lab
– Sewing lab
– Biomaterials lab
– Hands-on projects
– Internships and exchange programmes
– Access to global industry network and IE labs

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Students can expect roles such as UX designer or product designer, strategy/innovation consultant, brand strategist or business designer, roles across marketing, finance and corporate innovation.

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