Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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 can bring to the program. You should equally take this time to assess our culture, teaching style, network, and vision because we want you to get the most out of this transformative year.
What are we looking for?
You are smart and ambitious, with strong academic ability, solid previous experience, and demonstrated achievements. You have an international outlook and the ability to enrich the class with your contributions. You understand the magnitude of change and opportunity the business world is facing. You have a vision of what lies ahead and the desire to play a significant part in shaping the future of our world.
Take a look at our students to find out more about the kind of people you will be sharing your journey with.
Key requirements
Throughout the admissions process, we are looking for a holistic overview of your academic ability, career progression, achievements, leadership capacity, international outlook, integrity, drive, initiative and interpersonal skills. We want to know what you will contribute to the learning experience of your classmates and to the future of business and society.
- Bachelor’s degree: Or equivalent.
- Work experience: We require a minimum of two years, full-time, postgraduate experience in which you can demonstrate your career progress. The typical range in the class is three to eight years.
- One recommender: Choose someone from a business-related source who knows you well, has worked directly with you, and is able to highlight your professional achievements, interpersonal skills, teamwork, and leadership using our form.
- GMAT/GRE: We recommend that you aim for a score of 585-805 or an equivalent GRE score.
- English: The entire program is taught in English. If English is not your native language, we will assess your proficiency on the assessment day.
Get started by filling in a short form to create your personal account. Once done, you can dive right in and apply for our MBA program.
This is your opportunity to show us why you’re a great match for the IMD MBA program.
You will need to upload your diploma and transcripts, your GMAT or GRE score, and a one-page resume using the IMD CV template, as well as provide one business-related recommender.
Don’t forget to indicate if there are any specific scholarships that you are interested in and if so, to complete any necessary requirements.
This is your chance to shine! We offer virtual or in-person assessment days – a vibrant journey of exploration which involves a mix of individual and group tasks in addition to your interview. Ace it, and you’ll earn a spot in the prestigious IMD MBA program.
The Admissions committee will conduct a comprehensive review of all the elements of your application and compare your profile to other candidates in your applicant pool.
Candidates who meet the criteria and make a solid impression on the Admissions committee will receive an offer of admission to our esteemed IMD MBA program for the following year.
Then the decision is yours! To accept our offer and confirm your admission you’ll need to pay the enrolment deposit (non-refundable) to secure your place in the program.
Application deadlines
Application deadlines for MBA starting January 2026 | Assessment days | Final decision by |
15 January 2025 | 6 February – online 14 & 15 February – Lausanne | 01 March 2025 |
15 March 2025 | 7 April – online 11 & 12 April – Lausanne | 01 May 2025 |
15 May 2025 | 5 June – online 13 & 14 June – Lausanne | 01 July 2025 |
15 July 2025 | 28 July – online 8 & 9 August – Lausanne | 01 September 2025 |
15 September 2025 | 2 October- online 10 & 11 October – Lausanne | 01 November 2025 |
All documents need to be submitted at the time of the application. Missing documents may result in us having to move your application to the next deadline.
