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Benefit from faculty expertise and research

Our Faculty members are recognized world authorities in their fields. Dividing their time between teaching, research, and working with international companies, they remain on top of the latest management trends. You can expect timely, innovative learning activities, materials, and content in all IMD programs.

Latest publications
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A converted skeptic on growing a pharma business with an entrepreneurial culture

STADA CEO Peter Goldschmidt on instilling an entrepreneurial ethos to help STADA outperform its peers and making growth mindset a strategic priority.

06 April 2023
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Danone CEO: ‘80% right immediately is better than 100% late’

Antoine de Saint-Affrique, in a frank and open discussion with IMD President Jean-François Manzoni, explains his no-nonsense approach to problem-solving, the importance of speaking the truth, however uncomfortable, and knowing when it’s time to st…

21 March 2023
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Eight ways to focus and get the important stuff done

Leadership in times of crisis requires extraordinary self-discipline. High-performing leaders will focus only on top priority items and ignore non-urgent tasks.

16 March 2023
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Rakuten’s CEO has repeatedly proven doubters wrong – and he’s at it again

Mickey Mikitani tells IMD President Jean-François Manzoni how he has grown Rakuten from an e-commerce startup into an ecosystem spanning internet services, fintech, and mobile.

22 February 2023
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