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The 16th edition of Santander W50 will offer an exclusive in-person training programme for 50 women leaders, delivered by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
More than 1,300 women from around the world have already taken part in this female leadership programme promoted by Banco Santander.
Madrid, 11th November 2025.
Banco Santander has launched a new edition of Santander W50 (SW50), its renowned female leadership programme aimed at identifying and empowering the most talented women executives across the globe.
Santander has announced nine local editions in Germany, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Spain, Mexico, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay, from which 50 national finalists per country will be selected. They will gain access to register for the global SW50 call and have the opportunity to be chosen as one of the top 50 international women leaders.
Women executives wishing to take part can register until 7 January 2026 through Santander Open Academy.
“At Banco Santander, we believe that female leadership is a key driving force in transforming organisations and society. With Santander W50, we aim to continue promoting and giving visibility to women who inspire, connect, and make a purposeful impact in their environment. We do so in partnership with prestigious institutions such as the LSE, offering unique and transformative learning experiences,” said Victoria Zuasti, Global Director of Programmes, Scholarships and Content at Santander Open Academy.
The selection of the 50 winners from each country will be carried out by a panel of experts who will assess candidates’ professional backgrounds, motivation, and impact in their communities. Those selected will join the international SW50 community, gain exclusive access to an online course on female leadership run by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), and have the opportunity to attend a public event alongside the winners from their national edition.
These 450 women will then compete exclusively in the global edition of SW50 to be among the top 50 international women leaders. The winners will enjoy a high-performance in-person training programme in London, delivered by the LSE, which covers tuition fees, networking activities, and accommodation.
During the programme, participants will work on redefining their leadership style, acquire tools to manage teams in global environments, and receive both individual and group coaching while expanding their international network of contacts.
Since its creation 15 years ago, more than 1,300 women have taken part in SW50. This year, 500 alumnae gathered in London for the SW50 Summit, a meeting point to discuss the challenges of ethical leadership, diversity, crisis management, and the use of artificial intelligence in decision-making.
Santander and its support for education, employability, and entrepreneurship
Banco Santander is firmly committed to progress and inclusive, sustainable growth, with a pioneering and consolidated focus on education, employability and entrepreneurship, developed over nearly 30 years and setting it apart from other financial institutions worldwide. The bank has allocated more than €2.4 billion and supported over 3.7 million people and businesses. It has been recognized as one of the companies making the greatest contribution to changing the world for the better, according to Fortune magazine’s 2025 “Change the World” list (www.santander.com/universities).
About the London School of Economics and Political Science
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is an internationally renowned university specialising in the social sciences, awarded University of the Year 2025 and ranked top in the UK by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. Its expertise spans a wide range of disciplines from economics, politics and law, to sociology, health policy, data science and finance.
As one of the most international universities in the world, the School’s diversity of people, ideas and interests make it an exciting centre for research, education and public engagement. Established in 1895, the original vision of LSE as “a community of people and ideas, founded to know the causes of things, for the betterment of society” remains true to this day. It continues to use its research-led expertise to influence governments, NGOs, businesses and others to help tackle the world’s most pressing problems. For more information visit lse.ac.uk .