IPADE University

IPADE Business School was founded in 1967 by a group of prominent businessmen with the aim of developing future leaders with the ability to drive social and economic growth, rooted in personal integrity, social responsibility and global vision.

IPADE has had an outstanding presence in different international and domestic rankings, published by Financial Times, Forbes and CNN Expansion which consider and assess the best business schools and their programs.

There are three campuses across Mexico; Mexico City (main campus), Monterrey and Guadalajara. Most classes will be in Mexico City and are delivered in English. To maintain “cutting-edge” knowledge of their academic areas, as well as of the business world, IPADE professors run classes based on the Case Method, and also give conferences, feedback, and mentorship.

Through quality and consistency, IPADE has achieved four of the international accreditations that are awarded to the world’s most important business schools: AACSB, AMBA, GMAC and EMBAC.

Mexico City is the capital city of Mexico and the most populous city in North America with a population of just under 21 million people. It is located in the Valley of Mexico, a large valley in the high plateaus, at an altitude of 2,240m.

Today the city's rich heritage is omnipresent and can be seen on the streets from its 13th century Aztec temples to its colonial-era churches and museums. There is plenty to do and see in this city; visit the ancient Aztec capital Templo Mayor, try a culinary tour and sample Mexico’s delicious food scene with a food blogger, and venture a short 40-minute drive out of the city to the World Heritage Site of Xochimilco for a peek into life before the arrival of the Spanish.

Mexico, officially the United Mexican States, is a country in the southern region of North America. It is bordered by the United States, Guatemala and Belize, as well as the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico. At almost 200,000 square kilometers, Mexico is the fifth largest country in the Americas and the 13th largest independent state in the world.

Mexico has an estimated population of over 129 million people, making it the tenth most populous country in the world, as well as the most populous Spanish-speaking country. The federal government of Mexico officially recognizes 68 linguistic groups and 364 varieties of indigenous languages, with an estimated 8.3 million speakers. You may also hear German, English, and French spoken.

Mexico is diverse and fairly affordable for an Australian exchange student to explore! You can see unique and rare animals such as the axolotl (also known as the Mexican walking fish), swim with amazing sea life, explore ancient Mayan ruins, hike up mountains and volcanoes, visit colonial towns and old cities, and experience an incredible art culture.

Mexico is home to many UNESCO world heritage sites, cultural and natural, and has ancient relics dating back to some of the earliest civilisations we know about. Pre-Columbian Mexico dates to about 8000 BC and is considered one of the cradles of civilization. It was home to many advanced Mesoamerican civilizations before first contact with Europeans.

If you love vibrant culture and great nightlife, you must visit Mexico City. Not only is this the capital of Mexico, it is the most populous city in North America with everything you could imagine.

Did you know?

Yucatan was named after a misunderstanding! When the Spaniards arrived, they asked what the place was called, and the locals answered “Yucatan” which means “I don’t understand you” in the local language. The largest pyramid in the world isn’t in Egypt, it’s in Puebla, Mexico. The Great Pyramid of Cholula, also known as Tlachihualtepetl (which means ‘made-by-hand mountain’), is the largest pyramid in the world in terms of volume and the largest monument ever built.

All students must meet standard exchange selection criteria and any host institution restrictions.

Courses at IPADE during the program are taught in English, however there might be some sessions in Spanish, simultaneous translation will be provided if necessary.

IPADE also offer a complementary Spanish Language Course (3 hours a week) for those who wish to improve their Spanish skills.

• UniSA academic transcript
• Passport
• CV
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Credits are measured by the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and the following applies: 

• 18 units = 30 ECTS 
• 13.5 units = 22.5 ECTS 

It can sometimes be difficult to make up exactly 22.5 units (not all courses will be worth exactly 7.5 ECTS), but you should be able to get very close. Make sure you check with your Program Director if you don’t have exactly 22.5 ECTS. 

UniSA students are not required to provide evidence of English proficiency.

Find courses at IPADE:
MBA courses
Executive MBA

IPADE does not offer airport pick up. You will need to make your own way to the campus from Mexico City Juarez International Airport.

More information on how to get to the campus can be found here.

IPADE does not offer on-campus accommodation. Students will need to make their own accommodation arrangement while on exchange at IPADE. Assistance in organising accommodation will be provided by the International Office at IPADE. Please advise IPADE your preferences in living style, budget and special needs, so that they can support you in finding the best accommodation option.

More information will be provided by IPADE after you apply.

As an exchange partner with the University of South Australia, you do not have to pay tuition fees to IPADE, instead you will pay tuition as you would normally at UniSA. Travel and living expenses are at your own cost. The table below gives an indication of costs you will incur:

More information can be found here.

You may be eligible to receive additional grants or scholarships to fund your experience. For more information please see the funding and scholarships website.

UniSA offers travel insurance as part of your exchange for up to 270 days (can be extended up to 365 days). For more information please see travel insurance website.  

Please click here to read the travel insurance policy. 

A list of Frequently Asked Questions can be found  here. 

If you have any further questions about travel insurance, please contact the UniSA Insurance Office on 08 8302 1678. 

As an exchange student at IPADE, you must purchase compulsory additional health insurance. More information will be provided by IPADE after you apply.