IMD Business School

School

IMD Business School is a prestigious institution located in Lausanne, Switzerland. Renowned for its executive education and MBA programs, IMD focuses on developing global leaders and driving organizational performance. With a practical and hands-on approach to learning, IMD provides a transformative experience that combines academic rigor with real-world business challenges. The school's world-class faculty, extensive industry partnerships, and emphasis on leadership development make IMD a leading choice for professionals seeking to enhance their business acumen and drive impactful change in their organizations.

Location

IMD’s campus is on the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne, where the scenic landscape serves as a backdrop to cutting-edge facilities. Lausanne is a dynamic regional capital, a hub for technology and innovation, and home to many international organizations such as the International Olympic Committee. It offers the high quality of life that Switzerland is known for, with vibrant markets, festivals, and a cosmopolitan lifestyle at the doorstep of the majestic Swiss alps.

Accreditations

In 2004, IMD gained the premier “triple-crown” of EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. EQUIS is an international accreditation awarded by the European Foundation of Management Development (EFMD). In 2022 they earned accreditation from the Swiss Accreditation Council. 

Programs

IMD offers an extensive portfolio of executive programs, including an EMBA, and a full-time,

one-year MBA. The minimum admission requirements for the MBA are a bachelor’s degree, two years of work experience, GMAT scores, and English proficiency. The EMBA offers several flexible formats for senior professionals to earn their degree while working.

MBA rankings:

#1 MBA in Europe 2024-25 – Bloomberg Businessweek

Program of the Year 2024 – Poets & Quants

Financial Times:

#1 MBA program worldwide for criteria on international students; international faculty – 2025

#1 in International faculty with doctorates

#2 in International mobility

Scholarships

To encourage high achievers from around the world to pursue an MBA degree, IMD offers a range of scholarships to students based on both merit and financial need. These scholarships may cover partial or full tuition fees; some even include living expenses.

Fun fact

IMD’s admissions process is highly selective and focused on diversity. The one-year MBA typically enrolls 100 students with over 40 nationalities. They graduate to join an alumni network of over 125,000 in 140 countries.