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Women in Business

Learn. Lead. Connect.

Every leadership journey is unique – and so is your path to success. Enjoy flexible learning and tailored support at every career stage – from MBA scholarships to board-level networking. Join a global community of women leaders who are breaking barriers and making an impact at work, in business, and beyond. Dive into our resource hub and gain the tools and skills you need to excel and thrive as a woman in today’s workplace

International Women’s Day 2025

Discover insights from our IWD panel: “Progress or Polarization for Women in Leadership”

Releasing the authentic self

Caroline Ulbrich (EMBA 2009)

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Building bridges and empowering others

Lauren Holding, MBA 2024 class speaker

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Women pioneering new paths

Gain insights from leading female faculty, experienced mentors, and industry peers and alumni who are actively shaping the future of global business leadership.

Why women choose IMD

Nearly 40% of our candidates are women

Since 2018, the number of women participating in our programs has soared. With IMD you can diversify your skillset, advance your career, and build a strong network with peers, faculty, and industry experts. Take advantage of our tailored career coaching and mentoring to achieve your full potential.

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Leading minds

Nearly 30% of our faculty are women

Be challenged and inspired by distinguished women who are recognized as leading academics and global thought leaders, possessing industry expertise and unparalleled pedagogical skills.

Discover our world-class faculty

Executive programs

Top ranked and designed to evolve with your career

Strengthen your leadership and business expertise with practical, high-impact learning. Our executive programs are focused and designed to fit your schedule – offering strategic insights, real-world application, and a dynamic network of peers.

Degree programs

Transform your leadership

Whether you want to accelerate your career, expand your leadership impact, or transition into a new role, IMD’s MBA and EMBA programs provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience.

Online programs

Flexible and impactful learning, at your own pace

Advance your career on your terms. IMD’s online programs combine interactive learning, expert faculty, and personal coaching to help you build new skills while balancing professional and personal commitments.

Personalized coaching

Personalized coaching for leadership growth

Gain clarity, confidence, and leadership presence with one-on-one coaching from IMD experts. Our executive coaching helps you turn insights into action, guiding you through career transitions, leadership challenges, and personal growth.

Scholarships for women

Unlock your leadership potential

If you are an exceptional manager and leader but lack sufficient financial means, consider applying for one of our women’s scholarships. In 2024, more than half of our scholarships were awarded to women. Discover more about our MBA and other scholarship opportunities.

Lift up others through donation

Your donation through the IMD Scholarship Foundation can help women access a transformational IMD education, empowering them to lead and innovate for a more prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive society. Donate online or contact our development team at [email protected] for a consultation.

Scholarships give talented women an opportunity to grow, learn from others, bring their perspectives to the table, and ultimately benefit society.

Judy Sikuza CEO at The Mandela-Rhodes Foundation and a Jebsen Family Non-Profit Executive Scholarship recipient

I envision a world society driven by innovation, where I can support the ecosystem and assist in developing policies to support the economy. These challenges have led me to pursue this MBA to equip me with the knowledge to help build an inclusive and resilient society.

Nadia Osman BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women recipient

Strategies for Leadership

Celebrating 20 years of IMD’s leading program for women

What success feels like

Laras Sandra Sindora from Indonesia – MBA (2024)

Laras shares insights into her year at IMD, the impact on her personal and career development, and her tips for future applicants.

Changing the reality for women

Yana Romanenko, joint IMD-MIM Kyiv leadership program

“Using the knowledge and materials I got from the course, I’m trying to popularize the idea of women being in leadership in business.”

Blending authenticity with purpose

Susanne Hundsbaek-Pedersen, EMBA (2016)

“I designed my organization to hold some healthy tension.”

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I by IMD articles

How women leaders are changing the world of business

The theory of equality will change the workplace forever

Article by Shelley Zallis, CEO and Founder of The Female Quotient

A guide to inclusive communication for executives

Article and white paper

How a female CEO challenged self-limiting beliefs

Coaching tips from I by IMD’s Coaching Corner series

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No more excuses

How to ﬁnally shatter the glass ceiling and get more women onto boards.

Read the research report from IMD in cooperation with The Boardroom., the club for women executives who aspire to be board members.

The Female Quotient

Read I by IMD articles developed in partnership with IMD’s academic partner, The Female Quotient.

How to make your ‘imposter’ monster a trusted friend

A quick read from I by IMD’s Brain Circuits series

Research and case studies

IMD’s faculty and research teams regularly publish important research on Diversity & Inclusion

Women in leadership

6 meaningful ways to empower for a brighter future

Women-centered academic partnerships

We partner with like-minded organizations around the world. Harnessing our combined knowledge and expertise, and bringing IMD’s innovative, entrepreneurial approach to bear on shared challenges, we strive together for positive change.