
The IMD Annual Report 2021
Each year, the IMD Annual Report charts and explores the institution’s approach and activities as a world leader in executive education and research. Fueled by pioneering thought leadership, a unique proximity to business and innovative pedagogy, IMD develops leaders who transform organizations and contribute to society through an award-winning range of open and custom programs, and MBA and EMBA degrees.
In 2021, the board was impressed by the commitment and united spirit of the IMD faculty and team, led by President Jean-François Manzoni. We continued to invest with bold ambition to build a diverse, technology-enabled offering for a new era, rather than just waiting for the storm to subside.
The IMD Annual Report 2021 can be read in full here:
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Six ways leaders can shape corporate reputation building strategies within their organizations, drawing on key insights from a Bloomberg Media study.

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By fostering a ‘we’ culture of sharing, respect, and gratitude, leaders can transform their organizations to shine in an inclusive world.

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Case B describes the unprecedented challenges faced by CO-RO in 2020. The implementation of the sugar tax in its largest Middle Eastern market led to a near 50% volume drop in CO-RO’s sales, and Covid-19 lockdowns impacted the Asia-Pacific (APAC) ...

As executives and organizations struggle to deal with an increasingly turbulent and complex world, here is a framework for becoming a caring and ethical leader.
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The case explores TBC Bank Group’s remarkable journey from a small Georgian bank to a regional leader in digital financial services across Central Asia. Founded in 1992 with just US$500 in initial capital, TBC evolved into Georgia’s largest financ...
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