The Spanish Business School is hosting the Youth Economic Forum 2025 in Madrid with support from the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE). Applications are now open for the Youth Economic Forum 2025. It is a fully-funded international youth forum that will be held in Madrid, Spain , from November 9 to 11, 2025. The program will last for 3 days . The forum is open to candidates from all over the world. Furthermore, IELTS or TOEFL certification is not required for the program or for obtaining a visa. The forum will highlight Spain's strategic role in international business and foreign policy. This program will allow participants to shape the future of the global economy. Participants will receive a certificate from the Spanish Business School. More details below.
Details about the Youth Economic Forum 2025 in Spain
- Host country : Spain
- Location : Spanish Business School, Madrid
- Duration : 3 days
- Forum dates : November 9 to November 11, 2025
- Benefits : Fully Funded
- Deadline: September 22, 2025
Financial benefits
The full financing category includes:
- Airline and travel ticket support
- Meals during the summit
- 3 nights stay
- Invitation letter from SBS
- Custom Merchandise Forum
- Project companion
- Field visits and guidance by economists
- Certificate of Participation from SBS
- Training opportunity at CIPE
- Scholarship for a 10-week virtual course
- graduate badge
Key points of the program
- The Spanish Business School will issue an invitation letter for the visa.
- This event is hosted by the Spain Business School.
- The Spanish Business School will award participation certificates that comply with European education standards .
- This event is organized by the Spanish Business School with the support of CIPE.
Program features
- Exploring global financial centers
- Insights from top think tanks
- Academic Bridges to Excellence
- Different diplomatic paths
Program units
- North-South Economic Cooperation : This unit addresses creating more equitable trade and development partnerships between rich and poor countries.
- Integration with Ibero-American Countries : This module focuses on strengthening relations between Spain and Latin America, using their shared history and culture to promote trade and diplomacy.
- The Future of the Digital Economy and Artificial Intelligence : This module explores how artificial intelligence and digital technology are changing economies and jobs, and how they can be used to achieve growth and competitiveness.
- Understanding the Global Political Economy : This unit examines how shifts in global power affect trade, markets, and economic policy.
- Economic and Strategic Diplomacy : This unit teaches how to use diplomacy to protect national economic interests and secure trade deals.
- Sustainable Growth and Green Transition : This module addresses the creation of policies and business practices for renewable energy, a healthier climate, and long-term sustainable development.
Eligibility criteria
- Candidates from all countries are eligible.
- YEF is dedicated to young professionals, students and emerging leaders.
- It is open to those aged 16 to 45.
- Applicants should have an interest in economic development and policy making.
How to apply for the Youth Economic Forum 2025 in Spain?
Candidates must apply online through the official website. They must pay the application fee of $16.99. The official website link is below.