IPADE Business School
IPADE Business School is a private, not-for-profit, Mexican higher-education institution. It was created in 1967 as a freestanding business school and incorporated as the Universidad Panamericana’s business school in 1980.
IPADE was founded in Mexico City by a group of prominent business leaders aiming to promote a robust humanistic approach in business practice and professionalize managerial work enhanced by a global vision, social responsibility, and Christian values. Its program portfolio began with executive education programs (i.e., senior management programs), and shortly afterwards it was expanded to offer both degree and other non-degree programs for aspiring businesspeople and practicing senior managers across the country.
Since its foundation, IPADE has focused on senior management and relied on the case method as its main teaching and learning methodology in all its programs. IPADE’s program portfolio currently consists of a distinctive executive education offering—accounting for nearly 60% of the School’s operations with over 2,000 participants in open enrollment programs each year and more than 100 corporate clients—and two degree programs. IPADE has established campuses in the three major urban areas in Mexico (i.e., Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey), and to meet the needs of business communities in smaller cities, the School offers its executive education programs at temporary venues across the region.
Rodrigo de León, IPADE’s Executive Education Academic Director
ESCP Business School
ESCP Business School was founded in 1819. The School has chosen to teach responsible leadership, open to the world and based on European multiculturalism. Six campuses in Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Turin and Warsaw are the stepping stones that allow students to experience this European approach to management. Several generations of entrepreneurs and managers were thus trained in the firm belief that the business world may feed society in a positive way. This conviction and ESCP’s values – excellence, singularity, creativity and plurality – daily guide our mission and build its pedagogical vision.
Every year, ESCP welcomes over 10,000 students and 6,000 managers from 135 different nationalities. Its strength lies in its many business training programmes, both general and specialised (Bachelor, Master, MBA, Executive MBA, PhD and Executive Education), all of which include a multi-campus experience.
Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin (TCD), the University of Dublin, founded in 1592, is Ireland’s highest-ranked university and a leading European research institution renowned for excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Trinity Business School (TBS), a triple-crown accreditation School (AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS), is a top-ranked European business school.
“Joining UNICON not only enhances our visibility and credibility on a global scale but also strengthens our dedication and commitment to being at the forefront of executive education trends and innovations, ensuring we meet the highest standards of educational quality. We are eager to leverage these benefits to further empower our clients and create meaningful impact in executive education.“
Michael Flynn, Director of Trinity Executive Education
University of Utah: Full Membership Achievement
We are thrilled to congratulate the University of Utah on their promotion to full membership within UNICON. Their journey from associate to full member has been marked by significant contributions to our consortium. The University of Utah has demonstrated unwavering commitment to executive education excellence and active engagement in UNICON initiatives.
Reflecting on their membership, the University of Utah remarked:
“Membership in UNICON presents exciting opportunities, and we look forward to contributing to and benefiting from the network. The conferences, coffee groups, connections, and information shared by members have significantly helped elevate our department.
We are eager to support any upcoming initiatives or collaborations within UNICON. Our priority is to engage fully and find meaningful ways to contribute to the consortium.“
Jason Sloan, Director, Executive Education, University of Utah, David Eccles School of Business
A Bright Future Ahead
The addition of IPADE, ESCP, and Trinity College Dublin, along with the University of Utah’s full membership status, signifies a remarkable expansion of our consortium’s global reach and expertise. We are confident that these new members will bring fresh perspectives and innovative practices to our network, enriching the collective knowledge and capabilities of UNICON.
We extend our warmest welcome to our new members and heartfelt congratulations to the University of Utah. Together, we will continue to drive excellence in executive education and make a lasting impact on the global business community.
Welcome to UNICON!
“Representing France, Ireland, Mexico, and the U.S., these four esteemed schools further enhance the diversity of thought we bring to our membership network.
They join 114 other universities and business schools from six continents, all of whom have met the criteria for UNICON membership and offer learning experiences that enable managers and executives to be exemplary leaders.
When I think of the positive difference this group of schools makes on the world, it brings me a great deal of joy!”
Melanie Weaver Barnett, UNICON Executive Director
