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MASTERING TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE (MTE)Preparing technical managers for the challenges of general management |
Who
You are a technically trained manager from a technology- or knowledge-based industry.
What
- Gain a deeper understanding of the business functions, processes and challenges facing the technology enterprise
- Grow personally, develop your leadership potential, boost your self-confidence and learn how to use cutting-edge management tools to lead organizational change
- Get ready for IMD's Executive MBA degree
Duration
6 weeks: 2 modules of 3 weeks each
Both modules are to be completed within one calendar year.
Program Partners
EPFL and ETH Zurich
Partnering with Leaders in Science and Engineering Education
ETH Zurich is ranked number four in the Times Higher Education World University Ranking of top European universities (2010-2011).
EPFL is ranked second in Europe in the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking of World Universities in Engineering/Technology and Computer Science (2010).
When
Dates 2012
Module 2 August 20 - September 7, 2012
Fee 2012
CHF 39,000
Our participants
MTE participants come from diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds. They represent many nationalities and functions, and typically have 8 to 15 years of professional experience in R&D, science, engineering, manufacturing, technical sales or IT. Most participants are in their mid-30s to mid-40s.
They have been identified by their employers as having the potential to reach management positions a the highest levels of a technology-based enterprise.
The following companies have put their trust in IMD in the past by sending participants to MTE:
- ABB
- Credit Suisse Group
- CSIR
- Hilti
- Huber & Suhner
- Meggitt
- Nestlé
- Novartis
- Roche
- Royal Philips Electronics
- Sasol
A survey of past participants showed that:
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98% rate MTE as a good or excellent experience, just after the program
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91% rate the long-term benefits and the impact of MTE as good or excellent, long after having completed the program
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61% experience specific career progression after graduating from MTE
We would be pleased to put you in touch with previous participants to help you decide if MTE is for you.
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"MTE is by far the best program I have ever attended. It provides a deep dive into operational issues as well as human and company behavior, and gives you a 'helicopter' view of the world economy. A real experience for a real world."
Thierry Lassus, Head of Railway Product |
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“MTE is perfectly tailored for technical experts with strong leadership aspirations. For me, MTE has also been the first stepping-stone to the IMD Executive MBA and has given me the appetite to continue this fantastic learning and sharing experience.”
Ludovic De Labrusse, Senior Geomechanics Specialist |
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"From the connectedness of program content and facilitation, to the breadth and depth of experience brought by participants, MTE provides a tremendous source of inspiration."
Rachael Straiton, Senior Vice President |
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“IMD is a truly unique learning institution. MTE has not only broadened and deepened my understanding of what is happening in other industries, but has also enriched my experience of how to better handle business, work place and people development challenges.”
Rebecca Lian-Loh, R&D General Manager |
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"MTE opens up vitally important aspects (e.g. integrated business planning, leadership skills and organizational matters) for technically oriented people who have the challenge of creating the future for their companies."
Kevin Harty, Managing Director |
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“The content of the MTE program is both powerful and extremely useful – a highly valuable training. Highlights of the program include the interaction with other companies and cultures and how we are led to self-reflect on our own strengths and weaknesses."
Jeroen Steens, Director Site Lease & Real Estate |
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"The MTE program opened up new horizons for my career and I leave here feeling empowered and equipped to deal with most technology management issues."
Philip Gibson, Manager Fischer-Tropsch Catalysis Research |
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"The international compostition of participants and Faculty, as well as the diverse and highly relevant curriculum, make MTE an inspiring and extremely useful learning experience. I expect to benefit from this program for a long time."
Jürgen Deka, Associate Scientific Director |
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"MTE provides three main benefits: First, you'll learn a lot (think finance, marketing and more). Second, you 'll reflect on your leadership style and learn to use your skills more effectively. And third, you'll build a strong network with both peers and faculty. MTE is worth every penny. I had full sponsorship, but having experienced the program I can say it's worth my own money."
Pascal Eichenberger, Head of Digital Home |
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"Very valuable six weeks away from the office. I learned many new things – not only from lectures but also from valuable interaction with participants and out of many situations during games, simulations, coursework etc. In a learning mode, the mind opens and allows new and immediately applicable opportunities to emerge. Also, extremely valuable personal insights for my own leadership style and impact on others were gained."
Christian Kruger, VP Middle East, Africa & Mediterranean |
What
When executives with significant experience in a technical area move into general management, the transition can seem a little daunting. If you want to succeed in making this important career move, you will find IMD's Mastering Technology Enterprise (MTE) program invaluable.
Drawing on a 17-year history guided by industry needs, MTE:
- Prepares technically trained managers from technology- or knowledge-based industries to be company leaders
- Gives you a deeper understanding of the business functions, processes and challenges facing the technology enterprise
- Helps you grow personally, develops your leadership potential, boosts your self-confidence and shows you how to use cutting-edge management tools to lead organizational change
The program gives you a grounding in core disciplines such as marketing and finance. And it focuses on the critically important personal dimension in driving innovation.
IMD, EPFL and ETH Zurich: A powerful alliance
MTE is run by an alliance between IMD and the two Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology. This program - which combines the latest research and diverse knowledge from EPFL, ETH Zurich and IMD - provides participants with an unparalleled opportunity to learn how to manage innovation and take on broader leadership roles within their organizations.
Bringing research closer to business
You will leave MTE knowing how to work effectively across all business functions and ensure that R&D/technology management is more closely involved in setting business strategy. You will also be better equipped to keep your company abreast of technological advances that may affect your business.
Keeping your options open: MTE can now be credited towards IMD's Executive MBA program.
How
MTE's highly interactive learning process reflects IMD’s real world real learning philosophy. It emphasizes open discussion, combining case work, group work and integrative group assignements. The multi-disciplinary Faculty are specialists in the interface between business and technology. External speakers - entrepreneurs, technology experts and industry thought leaders - contribute their widely diverse experience.
The program comprises two fully integrated modules. Each module lasts three weeks and must be taken consecutively.
Team-based discussions, integrative exercises and a variety of social events create strong bonds among participants. All activities are in English.
Our Faculty
Some 75% of the Faculty are drawn from IMD and 25% from the two Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology. Over the course of this six week program, several business leaders and technology experts will be invited to participate in our discussions.
Coordination between the alliance institutes and outside partners is managed by Professor Ralf Seifert (IMD/EPFL) who serves as MTE Program Director.
Ralf W. Seifert |
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Dan Denison |
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Benoît Leleux |
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Anand Narasimhan
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Adrian Ryans |
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Leif Sjöblom |
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Paul Strebel |
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Wade Michael
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In this section, you will find important information on the program fee, application, invoicing, cancellation and transfer. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our program advisors.
Fee
The program fee (which can be found on the overview page) includes tuition, teaching materials, and lunch on weekdays. Travel or living expenses are not covered. You must settle your own hotel bills, both when in Lausanne and on off-campus assignments, as well as all dinners and lunches on weekends when applicable. IMD reserves the right to modify the program fee at any time.
Tentative reservation
To make a non-binding reservation, send us a completed tentative reservation form. This carries no obligation and is not a substitute for the formal application form.
Application & invoicing
Your application is forwarded to the program director who will evaluate it to ensure that the program corresponds to your objectives and profile. This can take approximately 1 week.
The information & registration office will notify you of the outcome of your application. If you are accepted, they will send your acceptance letter and invoice fee together by priority mail.
From this point, your enrollment will be considered firm by both you and IMD.
Please pay the program fee within 30 days of the invoice date and no later than the commencement of the program. If you register within 1 month of the start of the program, you must settle the invoice immediately without exception.
Payment can be made by bank transfer or credit card.
Up to six weeks before the program start date, a program coordinator will contact you with information on hotels and pre-program preparation. Please note that IMD reserves enough rooms for each participant on the program.
If accepted, you understand that you must be completely free of professional duties while attending this program and that you must attend all scheduled sessions and activities.
Substitution
A participant can be substituted on the same program session without incurring any fees. The substitute needs to apply and be admitted.
Note: Once you have paid the program tuition fee, if you do not attend another program within 24 months, the program fee will be forfeited.
IMD must be notified in writing of all cancellations and transfers. If you are admitted to a program, but find that you are unable to attend, you have the following cancellation and transfer options: Up to 6 weeks before program start:
Note: IMD programs tend to be fully booked well in advance. Space may not be available in a later session. |
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From 6 weeks up to 11 days before program start:
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Within 10 days before program start:
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Cancellation & Transfer MTE modules: All MTE modules are to be completed within one calendar year. Individual module cancellation or transfer is not possible. |
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Your next step
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Call program advisor: +41 (0)21 618 0700 |
