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IMD School of Management holds the triple accreditation of:
As per IMD, an intimate, personalized leadership experience delivering an unmatched emphasis on entrepreneurship, globalization and digitalization, while equipping participants with the classic MBA toolkit.
The 1:2 Faculty MBA ratio enables professors to get to know each class member’s profile and aspirations, and to draw on their experiences during class discussions. Individual leadership coaching and career advice helps participants to better understand their strengths and weaknesses and the strong experiential element of this transformational program creates an environment that encourages MBAs to fulfill their potential.
The year-long journey prepares candidates for a fast-paced, evolving world. Throughout the year, IMD MBA participants develop the tools, skills, and self-awareness necessary to become the top business leaders of today and tomorrow. They graduate ready to make an immediate impact and equipped to play a role in shaping our society.
As per the B-School, IMD is a top-ranked business school with a global perspective. They understand the importance of not only having international accreditation but also building partnerships with other like-minded organizations from around the world. These relationships allow us to provide further diversity in our offerings and an understanding of what `real world´ means in all corners of the globe.
51% managed teams of 10+ prior to their MBA
56% have been involved in digital transformation
39% have had start-up experience
Throughout the admissions process, the B-School is looking for a holistic overview of your academic ability, career progression, achievements, leadership capacity, international outlook, integrity, drive, initiative and interpersonal skills. They want to know what you will contribute to the learning experience of your classmates and to the future of business and society.
your degree should come from an accredited school.
A minimum of three years, full-time, post graduate experience is required, so that you can demonstrate your career progress. The typical range in the class is four to nine years.
choose people from business-related sources who know you well, have worked directly with you and who are able to highlight your professional achievements, interpersonal skills, teamwork and leadership, using our form.
The average GMAT score in the class is typically around 680 and equivalent score in GRE. While your unique experience and achievements can help balance out a weaker score, the B-School recommends that you aim for above a 630 . Please ensure you list IMD as a receiver of your score.
The entire program is taught in English. If English is not your native language and you have not previously studied in English, then you will need to submit a TOEFL or IELTs score. There is no minimum requirement. Ideally, they recommend 108+ on the TOEFL (IBT) or an IELTS score of 7.5 or above. Our TOEFL IBT Code is – C301.
| 2019 Application Deadline | Interview Decision | Final Decision |
| February 1 | February 15 | March 29 |
| May 1 | May 15 | June 26 |
| August 1 | August 15 | September 26 |
| October 1 (for applicants exempt from long term Swiss visa requirements *) | October 11 | October 31 |
| Fees | Amount |
| Application fee | CHF 200 |
| Tuition for year | CHF 60,000 |
| Fees for year | CHF 25,000 |
| Installment Deadlines | Amount |
| 1st installment/deposit: upon acceptance of admission | CHF 15,000 |
| 2nd installment: 30 September | CHF 15,000 |
| 3rd installment: 28 February | CHF 40,000 |
| 4th installment: 30 April | CHF 15,000 |
According to the B-Schools, loans from Prodigy Finance are disbursed at the end of February in time for the 3rd and 4th installments, therefore you will need to cover the two first deadlines yourself. The first installment is non-refundable.
All fees quoted are exclusive of any value-added or other indirect taxes that may be due in any country.
As per the B-School, estimate average housing and living expenses for a single person to be CHF 36,000
This estimate obviously depends on your lifestyle. You can reduce costs by sharing accommodation, but if you are coming with your family you will need to increase your overall budget depending on the number and ages of those accompanying you.
As per the B-School, they aim to encourage high achievers from around the globe who don’t necessarily have the financial means to apply, but do have the potential, drive and passion that we are looking for. If you have the desire and ability to join the best group of 90, they want to help you.
IMD is committed to fostering the growth in diversity through our merit and need-based MBA scholarships. These include one full scholarship and four 80% scholarships. In the current class, 56% of women participants were awarded a scholarship.
For all scholarship applications (except the merit and CO-RO scholarships) you will need to submit our MBA Financial Aid form with the following supporting documents: yearly proof of salary, tax return form, latest bank account statements.
When writing your scholarship essay, be sure to use the IMD MBA Scholarship Template, to respect the word limit and to express your personal point of view in your own words, supported by proper citation if necessary.
Scholarships are granted subject to nomination by the scholarship selection committee, acceptance into the program and confirmation of your intention to participate in the program by paying the advance deposit.
IMD reserves the right not to award a scholarship if the criteria are not met to the satisfaction of the jury/sponsors.
For detailed list of scholarships, please visit the official B School website.
As per the B-School, the IMD MBA assessment has been specifically designed to offer a more in-depth, mutual opportunity for us to get to know each other better. As per B-School, they will be looking to develop our understanding of the unique aspects that you will bring to the program. You should equally take this time to assess our culture, teaching style, network and vision because we want you to be able to get the most out of this year as possible.
When choosing your application deadline, ensure you leave enough time to fully prepare in advance while also bearing in mind any other constraints that will influence your decision timing.
Once they have reviewed your application, successful candidates will be invited for an interview and further assessment, which will include an elevator pitch, a team experience, class observation (where possible) and networking with our participants or alumni and members of the MBA team.
The majority of assessment days take place here on campus so that you have the chance to explore and get a feel for the area. However, they also organize international assessment days.
| Deadline | International assessment regions and dates* |
| February 1 | Mexico (February 25), Sao Paulo (February 28) , Dubai (March 4), New Delhi (March 14 & 15), Singapore (March 19) |
| May 1 | Johannesburg (May 16), New York (May 21), Singapore (June 5 & June 6) |
| August 1 | Mexico (September 3 & 4), Singapore (September 11 & 12) |
*These dates will be confirmed at the time of your invitation to an interview
Industry 72%
Consulting Industry 23%
Financial Services 5%
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APPLICATION ESSAYS
Essays
The maximum length for each essay is 1230 characters including <space>. Essay 1 is double length.