What Makes Us Special?
Universidad de los Andes School of Management (UASM) stands out as a unique institution within Colombia and globally, primarily due to its prestigious Triple Crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS — a distinction it holds exclusively in Colombia. Founded in 1972, UASM operates as a "school of management" rather than a traditional "business school," with a distinctive academic approach that integrates private, public, and non-profit sector management — preparing students to address complex organizational challenges across different institutional contexts. This broad scope, combined with its consistent top rankings in Colombian business school assessments, underscores its commitment to educating leaders who can drive innovative and sustainable development across diverse organizational landscapes.
Distinctive features of UASM additionally show in highly qualified and diverse faculty, comprising over 65 full-time members from more than 10 different nationalities, with 87% holding PhDs and actively engaged in impactful and interdisciplinary research. This academic rigor is complemented by a strong emphasis on impact-oriented education. UASM students regularly undertake consulting projects, working with over 700 organizations to generate measurable impact across public, private, and social sectors. This blend of academic excellence, global diversity, and practical, impactful engagement ensures that UASM continues to cultivate leaders who are not only knowledgeable but also prepared to lead with purpose in a complex global environment.
What to Expect on Campus
Universidad de los Andes has a large and lively campus with plenty of green gardens, combining beautifully restored traditional buildings with cutting-edge modern architecture. What often surprises international students is that beyond its beauty, the campus is highly modern and complete, offering first-class technological and wellness facilities. Students enjoy safe and convenient housing like City U located at the campus, many dining options such as Senecafé and Starbucks, and plenty of spaces to study, meet, and relax.
The university also cares about students’ well-being, offering more than 30 open activities such as cycling, dance, yoga, and functional training, as well as sports and recreation spaces that promote both mental and physical health. Within the School of Management, students have access to specialized labs like the Finance Lab with Bloomberg and Worldscope databases, the Management Learning Lab for marketing, the EVI room for virtual experiences, the Entrepreneurship Center, and interdisciplinary facilities such as psychology focus group rooms.
A modern network of libraries — including the main library and five specialized ones — provides excellent resources for study and research, and proudly positions Universidad de los Andes as number one in Colombia and number two in Latin America in library systems. This reinforces the academic quality and depth of research resources available to our students. Want to see more? Look up photos of our campus and take a virtual walk.
Living in the City
Situated in the heart of the Andes at 2,640 meters above sea level, Bogotá offers an exciting fusion of cultural richness, creative energy, and urban vibrancy. The city boasts a thriving arts scene, diverse cuisine, and a dynamic nightlife, offering endless opportunities for discovery. Its strategic location makes Bogotá an ideal gateway to explore Colombia’s stunning diversity—from Caribbean coastlines to Amazon rainforests and snow-capped mountain ranges.
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Beyond Bogotá, Colombia is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, offering an unmatched variety of climates, ecosystems, and natural wonders. Colombians are widely known for their warmth, resilience, and generosity, making the country a deeply welcoming place to live, study, and grow—both personally and professionally.
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CEMS Club Bogotá
CEMS Club Bogotá is a growing student and alumni group that has already established its foundations with a clear commitment: organizing at least one event each month, with two of them funded by the School of Management. In practice, the relatively small size of the program makes the CEMS club feel like a family where relationships among students and alumni are based on personal friendship. CEMS club activities involve pop crawls, visits to art gallery, shared meals in restaurants, and joined travels. CEMS members build strong bonds while impacting the community. Because almost all students in the program get involved, the CEMS Club at Uniandes has a unique and close-knit atmosphere that makes the experience truly special.
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Why Choose Us for Your CEMS MIM Programme?
The CEMS Master in International Management (MIM) at Uniandes is a full-time, immersive graduate program structured into two academic terms and a mandatory international internship of at least 8 weeks.
CEMS at Universidad de los Andes offers a truly distinctive experience. As part of the School of Management — a pioneer in integrating sustainability into business education — you’ll develop the skills to design solutions with real social, environmental, and economic impact. In Colombia, where biodiversity meets pressing inequality challenges, sustainability is more than a value; it’s a necessity, and you’ll learn to lead change in this context.
What makes Uniandes stand out is its close-knit and supportive community. Staff, professors, and peers work hand-in-hand to create a collaborative, empowering environment where every student feels seen and supported. This culture turns classmates into lifelong friends and professional allies.
Our innovative teaching methods go beyond theory. You’ll work on real-world projects with companies and international organizations, gain practical leadership skills, and engage in memorable learning experiences that shape both your career and your personal growth.
2 semesters + Internship (8 weeks)
Early August
DEGREE CONNECTED TO THE CEMS MIM
- Magíster en Gerencia Internacional
Why Choose Us for Your CEMS MIM Term Abroad?
Doing your CEMS exchange at Universidad de los Andes means learning from Colombia’s unique context — a country where extraordinary biodiversity meets pressing challenges. This environment gives you a fresh perspective on global management, with sustainability woven into every discussion, project, and skill you develop. Within the CEMS network, what makes Uniandes stand out is precisely this combination: the Colombian context as a living laboratory, together with top-tier academic resources that few schools can offer. From finance labs with Bloomberg databases to marketing and virtual experience labs, interdisciplinary spaces for entrepreneurship and psychology, and the #1 library system in Colombia (#2 in Latin America), your academic experience here is both rigorous and unique.
On campus, modern and historic buildings sit among green spaces, creating an inspiring place to study and connect. You’ll quickly feel part of the close-knit CEMS Club, joining activities like pub crawls, art gallery visits, shared dinners, trips, and more. With our philosophy of innovative and practical learning, you’ll develop both knowledge and skills. For example, through Skill Seminars — from Growth Mindset and Salsa Dancing to “Kicking It Out” in Ciudad Bolívar — you’ll combine professional growth with authentic cultural immersion.
That learning continues outside the classroom. Living in Bogotá means being surrounded by a vibrant mix of history, art, and innovation, while having the perfect base to explore Colombia’s breathtaking landscapes — from tropical beaches to snow-capped mountains.
Join the #1 University in Colombia, and the #7th in LATAM - QS World University Rankings 2025 - and experience a transformative academic and cultural journey!
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Curriculum Overview
Please see the CEMS MIM Curriculum overview to understand how the offerings on this page fit into the CEMS MIM programme.
For more information, including:
- Course Selection Process
- Academic Expectations
- Grading
…please see this school’s fact sheet.
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