Admission process 2024
A highly personalized admission process
The IMD MBA admissions process has been specifically designed to offer an in-depth, mutual opportunity for us to get to know each other better. Our goal is to create a select group of diverse and promising future leaders who can bring fresh insights into discussions and debates and contribute to the overall learning experience of the class.
We will be looking for 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.
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Deadlines
Application deadlines | Final decision by |
15 January 2024 | 01 March 2024 |
15 February 2024 | 01 April 2024 |
15 April 2024 | 01 June 2024 |
15 June 2024 | 01 August 2024 |
15 August 2024 | 01 October 2024 |
15 September 2024 | 18 October 2024 |
15 October 2024 | 08 November 2024 |
Traditional process
Take the time to complete our application form and submit your GMAT score so that when we interview you we can really focus on developing our understanding of your drivers, strengths and questions. Each candidate is automatically considered for a range of scholarship opportunities based on the strength of their overall performance throughout the entire admissions process.
Once we have reviewed your application, successful candidates will be invited for an online or in person interview and further assessment, which will include an elevator pitch, a team experience, class observation (where possible) and networking with members of the MBA team.
Assessment challenges
Our Challenges aim to foster more diversity amongst our leaders by encouraging high achievers who don’t necessarily have the financial means to apply, but do have the potential, drive and passion that we are looking for.
Submit a simplified application form with no application fee, for the chance to be selected to take part in a dynamic and interactive online experience during which you will complete various assessment activities. The top performer of each challenge will be awarded a scholarship and a place in our next MBA Class. Runners up will be also offered a place in our MBA next class intake.
Application deadlines | Challenge Dates | Interviews | Final decisions | |
Assessment Challenge Women Leaders 1 (this challenge is closed) | 15 March | 4 April | 8 April | 1 May |
Assessment Challenge Women Leaders 2 (this challenge is closed) | 15 July | 8 August | 12 August | 1 September |
Please note that applicants from our Assessment Challenges are not eligible for the traditional process in the same year.
Next steps
If admitted into the program you will need to complete our full application form. Soon after acceptance of our offer and payment of the first deposit, we will run random background checks on some applications to verify the authenticity of degrees and work history (including most recent salary).