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EMBA AT A GLANCE

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The Executive MBA program is a rigorous, action-oriented degree program that thrives on diversity and gives both you and your company what you’re looking for. Its major themes are: business fundamentals, globalization, leadership, strategy and execution.

Program facts

Topic	Details
Participants	56 talented, motivated, experienced executives who are hungry to learn and willing to share their knowledge. Participants Stories
Duration	Timing is flexible, spreading 14.5 weeks out of the office, and 40+ weeks of distance learning over a minimum of 15 months.
Content	The IMD Executive MBA gives proven, high-performing managers the skills and tools to lead their companies into the future. You'll come back from each module not just with theory, but with hands-on experience - new skills and perspectives that you can put to work right away, before you've completed the program. And you'll have many insights to share from your visits to leading-edge, fast-growing companies and regions. Program content Learning methods Discovery expedition diary
Rankings	The IMD Executive MBA consistently achieves top rankings by international institutions such as the Financial Times and Business Week International. IMD is ranked first in executive education outside the US and second worldwide (Financial Times, 2009). IMD's MBA is ranked number one worldwide (The Economist, 2008).
Fees & expenses	The tuition fee for the program is CHF 126,000 (considerably less for those with advanced standing). Fees include tuition, teaching materials, and weekday lunches at IMD. Travel and living expenses are not included. Fees & expenses Advanced standing
Admissions	The IMD Executive MBA program has several starting dates each year. As competition is high for places in the program, we recommend you start the application process as soon as you and your company are sure of your decision. Application process Company sponsorship
Qualifications and experience	The program is designed for those with an average of 15 years of business experience (minimum 10 years), and the average age is approximately 38. Admission is based on: Professional achievement Leadership potential Intellectual ability (undergraduate university degree and GMAT) International outlook English language proficiency The support of your company Admission criteria Check your fit with the EMBA program
Program dates	You have the flexibility to complete the program in as little as 16 months, or spread over three years or more. Program dates
Questions?	Our FAQ section provides answers to the most important questions. In case of more specific questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. FAQ for applicants FAQ for sponsors Contact program advisors IMD participates in MBA forums and information sessions all over the world. They are a valuable opportunity to find out more about us and ask any questions you may have. Also, we strongly recommend you come to IMD to sit in on a class, and to get a feel for the participants, the school and the surrounding area. There's no better way to help you decide if IMD's EMBA is right for you. Information sessions Sign up for a campus visit

"I now have a blueprint for high performance; one that I can apply anywhere." Ben Fourie, South African BAT, Singapore

"The IMD EMBA program has been a fantastic learning opportunity for me. I was able to couple my current expertise and leadership skills with a solid strategic, business and financial outlook. It was hard work, yet a very rewarding experience at this stage of my life. The program enabled me to look at the business with more of a "helicopter" view. After this experience you think, learn and analyze situations differently.” Christina Bisschops-Kaltenbach, Belgian Hoffman La-Roche, Switzerland

"The IMD EMBA is similar to repeatedly going back to boot camp and then coming back to the battlefields. You can equip yourself with the latest skills and tools through distance learning assignments with the faculty and your colleagues in global businesses and can then try them in your business arena. It's a virtual circle of getting knowledge and applying it in the real world." Koichi Maruyama, Japanese ipMobile, Japan