IMD business school for management and leadership courses
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
15 May
Lausanne, Switzerland
1 year full time
MBA 2024
Italy
“IMD’s personalized coaching and family-like atmosphere made it the ideal choice for my career transition and personal growth. Coming from a background with no prior business experience, this tailored approach was particularly important to me.”
MBA 2024
Spain
“Professors bring actionable insights from their work with global companies. This keeps us in sync with the fast-paced business world, allowing us to understand global challenges, and network with top executives who frequently visit our campus.”
MBA 2024
Canada
“I like the hands-on learning opportunities in the curriculum. Our integrative exercises, the startup project, the International Consulting Project, and our several group assignments are all chances for me to apply the hard and soft skills I have learned.“
What you will learn
Reflective and responsible leadership
Work with a dedicated personal coach to understand who you are as a leader. Learn how to influence group dynamics, manage conflict, communicate clearly, inspire high-performing teams and motivate others in a cross-cultural, collaborative environment.
Functional skills
To lead effectively you need a solid understanding of the core business subjects and global business dynamics. The IMD curriculum ensures you gain a holistic understanding of the essentials such as accounting, finance, marketing, strategy, and entrepreneurship, among others, as well as how they are inter-connected.
Transversal skills
To adapt to future challenges and lead with agility you need to master broad range of transversal skills such as critical thinking, strategic decision making, complex problem solving, and the communication skills necessary to present your ideas clearly and confidently.
Sustainable impact
Learn to navigate the complexities of balancing societal demands and business needs. Become an ethical decision-maker who can develop innovative solutions to solve real-world problems and shape the future of business.
How you will learn
Experiential learning
Apply your acquired knowledge and skills in hands-on scenarios, such as real-world business challenges, international consulting projects, start-up projects, and optional internships.
Global immersion
Broaden your perspectives thanks to your internationally diverse faculty and classmates. Immerse yourself in the dynamic global hub of Singapore for the Future Lab, a tech-focused residency module. Go even further with the elective options offered through the Global Network for Advanced Management.
A fully AI-enabled curriculum
The IMD MBA is the first to embed AI learning throughout the curriculum, both as a topic and a tool for learning. Learn to navigate a data-intensive world with the help of IMD AI+, an award-winning, personalized learning tool.
Individualized attention
Our small class size and student-to-faculty ratio means you get the attention you need to flourish, including personalized coaching and specialized career counseling.
The IMD campus is located in the vibrant city of Lausanne, nestled along the shores of Lake Geneva and surrounded by the iconic Swiss alps. A dynamic regional capital, Lausanne is a hub of innovation and technology, home to many sports organizations such as the International Olympic Committee, and offers an outstanding quality of life, especially for outdoor enthusiasts. Lausanne is easily reachable by train or plane within a few hours of most major European cities.
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Admission requirements
To be eligible, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least two years of full-time postgraduate work experience, though most have three to eight years. A business-related recommender who knows them well must highlight their achievements and leadership. A GMAT score of 585–805 or an equivalent GRE score is recommended. Since the program is in English, non-native speakers will be assessed for proficiency.
Admission process
Set up your profile to start the process
Complete and submit the required documents
Showcase your experience and motivation
Assessing your skills and fit for the program
Secure your spot and plan your next steps
Accelerate your career growth