Your path to success starts here!
Throughout your admissions journey, we’re here to get to know you – your academic ability, achievements, leadership potential, career progression and future goals. We’re interested in gaining a holistic overview of the qualities that make you stand out.
As you prepare your application, our upcoming online event is a perfect opportunity to gain helpful tips and insights directly from our admissions team. Our Associate Director of Recruitment and Admissions, Paola Eicher, will share her expert advice on how to best showcase your strengths and potential. Plus, she’ll discuss our commitment to encouraging a community that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and impact-driven leadership through our numerous scholarship opportunities.
Let us help you to feel confident and ready for every step of the admissions process!
Agenda
- 15h30: Introduction
- 15h35: MBA Admissions, scholarships & finance presentation
- 16h00: Q&A – your chance to ask questions about our admissions process
- 16h15: End
How to get the most out of this event
By now, you should already be familiar with the IMD MBA program structure, admissions criteria and process. Before joining this event, we strongly encourage you to explore our resources further so that we can focus on the tips and advice that will help you to stand out throughout the admissions process and maximise your chances of success.
Here are some recommended sources of information:
- explore our website
- read the MBA blog
- follow our LinkedIn channel
MBA admissions and finance overview
Based in Lausanne, Switzerland, IMD is the trusted learning partner of choice for individuals and organizations worldwide. Challenging what is and inspiring what could be, we develop leaders and organizations who contribute to a more prosperous, sustainable and inclusive world.
Our global Alumni Community includes over 130,000 leaders and executives across a huge range of industries. No matter where you are, you will become part of a lifelong international network that supports your personal and professional journey.
The IMD MBA admissions criteria and process have been specifically designed to offer an in-depth, mutual opportunity for us to get to know each other better. We are looking for applicants who are smart and ambitious, with solid previous experience and demonstrated achievements, as well as the drive and vision to make an impact and shape the future.
Application deadlines for our 2026 program are: 15 January, 15 March, 15 June, and 15 September 2025.
Deadlines for our Women Leaders Assessment Challenges are: 15 May or 15 August 2025
While we cannot provide scholarships or bursaries to all candidates, there are numerous opportunities available. IMD is also recognized by external scholarship donors and partners with loan providers to support your financial needs.
Recruitment and Admissions Manager
Marcella will be your host for this session, bringing her extensive experience at IMD to the discussion. Feel free to ask any questions you have so that she can guide you according to your professional needs.
Associate Director of Recruitment and Admissions
With over 15 years of experience in higher education, Paola oversees the admissions process and student recruitment for the MBA program. She is happy to share her insights and experience with you.
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After submitting your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with the details of your online session. A reminder will be sent to you before the event.
We look forward to meeting you online and answering any questions you may have.