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MBA AT A GLANCE

Have you got what it takes?

Focus on leadership development
The IMD MBA is grounded in the extensive relationships we have built over the years with successful global organizations. It is a highly selective program that combines innovation, relevance to business, and a unique blend of intensity and dedication to the individual.


Program facts

Information Type Details
Participants

90 exceptional people who will shape the future of business.
Participants
Participant stories
Alumni stories

Duration

One year. The program starts in January and ends in December.

Content

The IMD MBA program is focused on leadership, entrepreneurship and social responsibility. You will work directly with a start-up company, as well as with CEOs and board-level executives of global companies.
Program content
Learning methods
MBA diary

Career services

IMD MBA graduates are highly sought-after. To help you evaluate your options, you will receive personalized career support during the program.
Career development
Networking
Online partnership

Rankings

The IMD MBA consistently achieves top rankings by international institutions such as the Economist, Business Week and the Financial Times.
IMD MBA rankings

Fees & finance

CHF 60,000 for tuition.
CHF 25,000 for all program and project related fees, including books and course material, the Discovery Expedition and weekday lunches at IMD.
Fees & expenses
IMD scholarships
IMD loans
Funding by country

Admissions

While we encourage you to send us your online application as early as possible, we have five different application deadlines for each class:

  • 1st February
  • 1st April
  • 1st June
  • 1st August
  • 1st September

Admissions process
Online application

Qualifications and experience

We look for the “right 90” candidates who have demonstrated the potential and desire to make a difference.

What you must have:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
  • GMAT (average score: 670)
  • Minimum three years’ full-time work experience (the average among accepted candidates is seven years)
  • Strong command of written and spoken English

Admissions criteria

Questions?

Our FAQ section answers most questions. Should you have more specific questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
FAQs
Contact MBA department

Come to one of our campus visits to help you decide whether to apply, and explore Lausanne and the surrounding area.
Campus visits

IMD participates in MBA forums and information sessions around the world. Join us to discover the program and ask your questions in person.
MBA information sessions

“The IMD MBA pushes you beyond what you thought your limits were. The class brings together incredible versatility of backgrounds and experiences – but above all, creates a highly collaborative environment. Spending long days (and nights!) in closely knit teams, we have built friendships that will last a lifetime.”

Roman Tarnovsky, Russian, MBA 2004
Finance Manager Europe & MEA, Crop Protection, Du Pont de Nemours, France

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