Program Spotlight: Full-Time MBA
Tuition
80,000 CHF
Duration
12
months
Class Size
87
Intakes
January
Language
English
Average GMAT
680
Avg. Work Exp.
6.0 yrs
Avg. Salary
126,236
Woman
36%
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Programs at IMD
MBA
Duration
12 months
Language
English
Tuition
80,000 CHF
Intakes
January
Deadline
October 15
Average GMAT
680
Class Size
87
Avg. Work Exp (years)
6.0
Avg. Salary
126,236
Features
- Students must choose a minimum of 4 electives and can select up to 5:
- Leadership
- Sustainability
- Entrepreneurship
- Innovation
- Operations
- Finance
- Strategy
Placement Industries
Consulting 39%, Manufacturing 13%, Health Care / Pharmaceuticals 11%, Financial Services 10%, Technology 8%, Retail & Consumer Goods 4%, Non-Profit 4%, Other 4%, Public Sector Management / Government 3%, Energy 3%Placement Functions
Consulting 46%, General Management 17%, Marketing 15%, Finance 13%, Other 7%, Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Operations 1%, Human Resources 1%
Executive MBA
Duration
15 months
Language
English
Tuition
115,000 CHF
Intakes
January, March, April, August, November, December
Avg. Work Exp (years)
16.0
Features
- Locations: Switzerland, Silicon Valley, China, Estonia, India, Peru, Israel, and Kenya.
- Program can be completed in 15 to 19 months.
Rankings
Ranked
Listed in
1
BusinessWeek (Europe) 2021-22
3
BusinessWeek (Europe) 2023-24
27
FT EMBA 2022
32
FT Global MBA 2023
36
FT Global MBA 2024
42
Economist MBA 2022
Ranked
1
BusinessWeek (Europe) 2021-22
3
BusinessWeek (Europe) 2023-24
27
FT EMBA 2022
32
FT Global MBA 2023
36
FT Global MBA 2024
42
Economist MBA 2022
School Discussions
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Gut check
where44
started Nov 11, 2024 |
where44
replied Nov 11
School Choice
I'm trying to choose between MBA programs. I have 20 years experience, and a decade in FAANG as a software engineer and manager. I'm from the USA, but I'm currently in Switzerland. I could end up in either country in the long run. I already have a pretty good network but I'm looking to add a pile of...
Gut check
where44
started Nov 11, 2024 |
where44
replied Nov 11
School Choice
4
Replies
119
Views
I'm trying to choose between MBA programs. I have 20 years experience, and a decade in FAANG as a software engineer and manager. I'm from the USA, but I'm currently in Switzerland. I could end up in either country in the long run. I already have a pretty good network but I'm looking to add a pile of...

1
Replies
75
Views
The PPP Paradox: Why EMBA Rankings May Mislead Prospective S...
Duncan
started Oct 18, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Oct 18
Executive MBA (EMBA)
This week's release of the Financial Times annual ranking of Executive MBA (EMBA) programs is big news for business schools. Rankings play a crucial role in attracting students and shaping perceptions of program quality. However, a closer look at the methodology behind these rankings, particularly t...

The PPP Paradox: Why EMBA Rankings May Mislead Prospective S...
Duncan
started Oct 18, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Oct 18
Executive MBA (EMBA)
1
Replies
75
Views
This week's release of the Financial Times annual ranking of Executive MBA (EMBA) programs is big news for business schools. Rankings play a crucial role in attracting students and shaping perceptions of program quality. However, a closer look at the methodology behind these rankings, particularly t...
2
Replies
172
Views
MBA in Germany / Switzerland (safe, target choice)
Maria-Madalina Ifrim
started Oct 17, 2024 |
Maria-Madalina Ifrim
replied Oct 17
Funding/Financial Aid
School Choice
Hi,
I’m planning to apply for the 2025 intake for an MBA in a German-speaking country, ideally Germany or Switzerland. My background is in marketing and product launches, and I’d like to transition into a role in product or strategy within the country where I study. My goal is to further my educati...
MBA in Germany / Switzerland (safe, target choice)
Maria-Madalina Ifrim
started Oct 17, 2024 |
Maria-Madalina Ifrim
replied Oct 17
Funding/Financial Aid
School Choice
2
Replies
172
Views
Hi,
I’m planning to apply for the 2025 intake for an MBA in a German-speaking country, ideally Germany or Switzerland. My background is in marketing and product launches, and I’d like to transition into a role in product or strategy within the country where I study. My goal is to further my educati...

308
Replies
80701
Views
Best MBAs for international students' placement
Duncan
started Sep 17, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Sep 17
Post-MBA Careers
International Mobility
(I have updated this post with the 2024 FT ranking data)
Many MBA students are looking for the opportunity to work in other countries. The FT rankings are handy because they show the schools with the best international mobility, the highest employment rates and the most international students. In th...

Best MBAs for international students' placement
Duncan
started Sep 17, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Sep 17
Post-MBA Careers
International Mobility
308
Replies
80701
Views
(I have updated this post with the 2024 FT ranking data)
Many MBA students are looking for the opportunity to work in other countries. The FT rankings are handy because they show the schools with the best international mobility, the highest employment rates and the most international students. In th...
9
Replies
1193
Views
Which Executive program to choose - IESE, INSEAD, IMD?
Egor
started Sep 09, 2024 |
Egor
replied Sep 9
Dear all,
hello!
I am in the process of choosing a post-grad Executive program from the leading universities in Europe.
I have short-listed:
IESE - PMD program (https://www.iese.edu/executive-education/program-management-development/)
INSEAD - https://www.insead.edu/executive-education/general-man...
Which Executive program to choose - IESE, INSEAD, IMD?
Egor
started Sep 09, 2024 |
Egor
replied Sep 9
9
Replies
1193
Views
Dear all,
hello!
I am in the process of choosing a post-grad Executive program from the leading universities in Europe.
I have short-listed:
IESE - PMD program (https://www.iese.edu/executive-education/program-management-development/)
INSEAD - https://www.insead.edu/executive-education/general-man...
3
Replies
380
Views
EMBA - IMD vs HEC Paris vs Cambridge Judge
V Giri
started May 02, 2024 |
Duncan
replied May 2
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Hi all, I am looking for some suggestions from this group to help address the dilemma of choosing institutions. I am 38-year-old with over 15+ years of experience in finance and strategy in oil and gas sector. I am currently based in Netherlands. I am looking to pursue EMBA to continue my learning a...
EMBA - IMD vs HEC Paris vs Cambridge Judge
V Giri
started May 02, 2024 |
Duncan
replied May 2
Executive MBA (EMBA)
3
Replies
380
Views
Hi all, I am looking for some suggestions from this group to help address the dilemma of choosing institutions. I am 38-year-old with over 15+ years of experience in finance and strategy in oil and gas sector. I am currently based in Netherlands. I am looking to pursue EMBA to continue my learning a...
1
Replies
480
Views
IMD vs Oxford Saïd vs Cambridge. How to choose?
Alfons Porro Martorell
started Feb 21, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Feb 21
Application
Hi all,
I hope this finds you well.
I was writing because I have serious doubts between what school to choose, and more importantly how to choose them.
Background info would be the following. I have about 6 years professional experience in business service providers for the life science industry...
IMD vs Oxford Saïd vs Cambridge. How to choose?
Alfons Porro Martorell
started Feb 21, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Feb 21
Application
1
Replies
480
Views
Hi all,
I hope this finds you well.
I was writing because I have serious doubts between what school to choose, and more importantly how to choose them.
Background info would be the following. I have about 6 years professional experience in business service providers for the life science industry...

2
Replies
253
Views
IMD and SBS gain Swiss accreditation
Duncan
started Feb 15, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Feb 15
I found out today that IMD has won full accreditation as a Swiss university. On the website of the accreditor, I was also surprised to see that the Swiss Business School has accreditation. See https://akkreditierungsrat.ch/en/decisions/
However, comparing the reports, there's a huge difference. Th...

IMD and SBS gain Swiss accreditation
Duncan
started Feb 15, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Feb 15
2
Replies
253
Views
I found out today that IMD has won full accreditation as a Swiss university. On the website of the accreditor, I was also surprised to see that the Swiss Business School has accreditation. See https://akkreditierungsrat.ch/en/decisions/
However, comparing the reports, there's a huge difference. Th...

189
Replies
133073
Views
GMAT Tiers - strong schools for your GMAT
Duncan
started Dec 23, 2023 |
Duncan
replied Dec 23
Application
GMAT
[Updated. Fifth Tier added in 2015].
If you apply for a school where your GMAT is equal to, or higher than, the average you stand a better chance of admission than at schools where your GMAT is below average. The GMAT isn't the only factor for business schools: if you have an unusual or desirable b...

GMAT Tiers - strong schools for your GMAT
Duncan
started Dec 23, 2023 |
Duncan
replied Dec 23
Application
GMAT
189
Replies
133073
Views
[Updated. Fifth Tier added in 2015].
If you apply for a school where your GMAT is equal to, or higher than, the average you stand a better chance of admission than at schools where your GMAT is below average. The GMAT isn't the only factor for business schools: if you have an unusual or desirable b...
16
Replies
667
Views
Best choice of eMBA to transition to General Management in E...
ReMBA
started Jul 10, 2023 |
ReMBA
replied Jul 10
Hi All,
I would kindly need your advise and opinion to support my choice of eMBA program.
My background:
- Engineering degree
- Total of 15+ experience with 10 years in a Group Function in which i have grown up from manager to Global VP position (global team of 20+ )
- No particular inter...
Best choice of eMBA to transition to General Management in E...
ReMBA
started Jul 10, 2023 |
ReMBA
replied Jul 10
16
Replies
667
Views
Hi All,
I would kindly need your advise and opinion to support my choice of eMBA program.
My background:
- Engineering degree
- Total of 15+ experience with 10 years in a Group Function in which i have grown up from manager to Global VP position (global team of 20+ )
- No particular inter...
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