Overview

You’ll have the opportunity to join a life-changing journey in your career, with incredible networking opportunities, and the potential to make a real difference in a complex and rapidly changing world.

Notably, Master of Business Administration degree program from IMD Business School has been recognized as Europe’s best by both Bloomberg Business Week and Forbes. So, if you’re ready to embark on a transformative experience, we invite you to join us in Lausanne.

Become a leader equipped for future challenges

Do you want a key role on the global field, a role with a purpose? We give you the opportunity to grow, to become a leader equipped for future challenges.

Companies are looking for people who are ready to make an immediate impact and continue their journey to the top within the next decade.

60-70 companies take part in our MBA recruiting activities every year. We collaborate closely with each one, developing an understanding of their culture, hiring needs and recruiting style to help make the connections that lead you to informed career decisions.

We help you to define and achieve your career goals.

Programme Structure

During your MBA, you will master 3 critical themes. First, the leadership stream which is at the core of the program’s DNA, a crucial step towards becoming a good leader and effecting organizational change.

Leadership Programs Develop key leadership capabilities, accelerate your impact as a leader, and maximize your career impact. Secondly, IMD has woven the sustainability stream into the program.
This empowers you with the essential knowledge and skills to bring sustainability to your organization and career. Thirdly, the career stream supports you in defining and achieving your career goals.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lausanne, Switzerland

Disciplines

Business Administration View 63 other Masters in Business Administration in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s Degree: or the equivalent.
Work experience: we require a minimum of two years, full-time, post graduate experience, in which you can demonstrate your career progress.
One recommender: choose someone from a business-related source who knows you well, has worked directly with you and who is able to highlight your professional achievements, interpersonal skills, teamwork and leadership, using our form.
*GMAT/GRE: the average GMAT score in the class is typically around 680. While your unique experience and achievements can help balance out a weaker score, we recommend that you aim for above a 630. (GRE/GMAT converter tool). Please ensure you list IMD as a receiver of your score.
English: the entire program is taught in English. If English is not your native language we will assess your proficiency during the assessment day.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at IMD Business School and/or in Switzerland, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

97500 CHF / year

≈ 97500 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

97500 CHF / year

≈ 97500 CHF / year

Living costs

Lausanne

Switzerland

1609 - 1979 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Business Administration.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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