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Degree program
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Real learning for real leaders

Degree program

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Real learning for real leaders

Next application deadline
Location

Lausanne, Switzerland with 1 month in Singapore.

Length

1 year full time, Jan-Dec

Fees

97,500 CHF

Relevant. Practical. Impactful. Real.

You’re ambitious, driven, and ready to accelerate your career to the next level. You want a hands-on, practical program that empowers you to make a positive impact. You aim to lead with confidence, authenticity, and purpose, gaining skills that are directly applicable to real-world challenges. And you’re looking to join a connected global community that will expand your perspectives and increase your opportunities

At IMD, we are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Our new future-oriented MBA curriculum combines renowned leadership development with the latest award-winning AI technology and hands-on experiential learning that bridges theory with practice. You’ll go beyond functional business knowledge to be equipped with the transversal skills and experience that are needed to navigate and thrive in this changing world.

During this intensive 12-month program you’ll tackle real business challenges, collaborate on projects with top companies, work with personal coaches, expand your global awareness during an immersive month at our Future Lab in Singapore, and develop in-demand skills like critical thinking, effective problem-solving, and confident decision-making

When you graduate, you’ll be positioned to become a real leader. Guided by integrity and driven by purpose, you’ll be ready for leadership that inspires teams and organizations to shape the future of business and make a real impact.

Experience real-world learning

Get hands-on with your MBA; tackle actual business challenges through projects, labs, trips and internships that bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Cultivate real leadership

Transform into a leader who makes a difference; refine your leadership skills through personalized coaching, real-world challenges, and labs designed to bring out your best.

Build in-demand skills

Equip yourself with the skills that top employers value most, from finance to marketing, problem-solving to strategic decision-making.

Develop your career

Tailor your career path with dedicated support from our team, connecting you with global opportunities and coaching you to stand-out in the job market.

Drive sustainable impact

Drive change that lasts; learn to integrate sustainability into your leadership practice and business strategies, preparing you to lead responsibly.

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Meet your new team: the world in your classroom

When you become an IMD MBA student, you step into a new role for a year, joining a team of driven, diverse professionals. Your role is dynamic: tackling real-world projects, making strategic decisions, and collaborating across cultures and industries. It’s a chance to test your skills in real scenarios, making your learning immediate and impactful. This experience positions you to broaden your worldview, understand yourself as a leader and directly shape your career trajectory and beyond.

100-120

students

44

nationalities

6

average years of work experience

36%

female

29.9

average age

680

average GMAT

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Where can the IMD MBA take you?

Whether you aspire to change function, industry, or geography, the IMD MBA Career Development Center will help you craft a personal career strategy in line with your career goals.

  • Personalized attention: benefit from individual coaching and career counseling to help design your future.
  • Go global: Tap into international job markets with our worldwide alumni network and global business insights.
  • Increase your earning potential: Graduates often see a substantial increase in their earning ability.
71%
average salary increase
#2
in the world for international mobility
$172k
Weighted salary
 

“It was a no brainer, it was actually the only place I applied to.” Stephanie Vetsch, MBA 2023

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Women Leaders Assessment Challenge

Sign-up for a chance to earn an IMD MBA scholarship

Challenge application deadline: 15 July 2024

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Raising the profile of women in business

Submit a simplified application for the chance to take part in a dynamic and interactive online experience during which you will complete various assessment activities. The top performer of each challenge will be awarded a scholarship and a place in our next MBA Class.

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MBA Webinar
The IMD MBA experience and impact

Curious about the transformative journey an IMD MBA offers?
Whether you’re considering advancing your career or seeking to broaden your horizons, join our discussion to delve into the unique experience and profound impact of the IMD MBA program.

25 July 2024 | 15:00 (CEST)
Location: Online
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Take the next step towards a transformative career.

Download our brochure to discover how IMD’s one-year MBA can elevate your leadership skills and global network.

Take the next step towards a transformative career.

Download our brochure to discover how IMD’s one-year MBA can elevate your leadership skills and global network.