Answered By: IESE Library
Last Updated: Feb 05, 2026     Views: 4

The IESE Library uses its own classification system to organize books on the shelves by subject. This system is designed to reflect IESE’s academic focus and to make it easier for users to browse and locate materials by topic.

Each book is assigned a call number, which indicates its main subject area and determines its physical location in the Library. Books on similar topics are grouped together on the shelves.

The IESE Library classification covers key areas such as:
• Management and leadership
• Strategy and organization
• Finance and accounting
• Marketing
• Operations
• Business ethics and corporate governance
• Entrepreneurship and innovation
• Human resources and decision sciences

A detailed explanation of the classification system and subject codes is available in the following guide:
https://www.iese.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Call-Number-English_Version-users_Mar20.pdf

Tip:
Once you know the subject code, browsing the shelves can help you discover additional relevant books on the same topic.

Need help?
• Consult the IESE Library classification guide
• Use Discovery to identify a book’s call number before going to the shelves
• Ask the IESE Library staff for assistance at library@iese.edu

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