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How to apply to an IMD Open Program

We review applications on a rolling basis, and places are limited – we encourage you to apply early to secure your spot. When reviewing applications, we look closely at your professional experience, leadership responsibilities, and overall fit for the program.

If you already know which program you would like to join, simply visit the program page and click “Apply Now” to start your application.

If you’re still deciding, use our Program Finder or connect with our Program Advisor Team for a personalized recommendation.

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Choose your session and fill in:
1. Personal and contact details
2. Professional experience and current role
3. Education
4. Learning objectives and key challenges (not required for OWP program)
5. Invoice information
Confirm your availability and accept our terms & conditions.

Your application is reviewed to ensure the program matches your goals and profile. This process usually takes around one week.

You might be contacted for a short call (depending on the program).

Once approved, you receive an email with:
1. Enrollment confirmation
2. Invoice and payment details

Payment is due within 30 days of invoice or before the program starts (whichever comes first).

Up to six weeks before the program starts, you gain access to the learning portal, where you can start diving into pre-work, explore program content, and in some cases connect with your class. A dedicated Program Coordinator will contact you with practical details, such as pre-program preparation and hotel information (for on-campus programs).

Until then, our Client Services Specialist team ([email protected]) is your go-to for any questions.

Detailed program schedule

Transformational Leader – Fall 2026

Stage	Dates & Time CEST/CET
Stage 1 – Mindful (liVe virtual)	11 September, 14:00-17:00 18 September, 14:00-18:00 25 September, 14:00-19:00 2 October, 14:00-18:00
	One-on-one coaching (1.5h)
Stage 2 – Resilient (on campus)	19 October (starts 16:00) – 23 October (ends 15:30)
	One-on-one coaching (1h)
Stage 3 – Adaptive (liVe virtual)	30 October, 14:00-17:00 6 November, 14:00-17:00 13 November, 14:00-17:00 One-on-one coaching (1h) 4 December, 14:00-18:00
Post-program support – at your discretion (liVe virtual)	Over three months: – A further one-on-one session with your coach (1 hour) – A small group call with your coach (3 hours) – Videos and readings that provide practical tools for applying core concepts – Guidelines for specific activities and exercises to help build your “muscles” for change – An individual Learning Review with the Program Director (30 minutes)

Transformational Leader – Spring 2027

Stage	Dates & Time CEST/CET
Stage 1 – Mindful (liVe virtual)	23 April 13:00-16:00 27 April, 13:00-17:00 30 April, 13:00-18:00 4 May, 13:00-17:00
	One-on-one coaching (1.5h)
Stage 2 – Resilient (on campus)	24 May (starts 16:00) – 28 May (ends 15:30)
	One-on-one coaching (1h)
Stage 3 – Adaptive (liVe virtual)	8 June 13:00-16:00 11 June, 13:00-16:00 15 June, 13:00-16:00 One-on-one coaching (1h) 25 June, 13:00-17:00
Post-program support – at your discretion (liVe virtual)	Over three months: – A further one-on-one session with your coach (1 hour) – A small-group call with your coach (3 hours) – Videos and readings that provide practical tools for applying core concepts – Guidelines for specific activities and exercises to help build your “muscles” for change – A 30-minute individual call with the Program Director, following a short written reflection

Transformational Leader – Fall 2027

Stage	Dates & Time CEST/CET
Stage 1 – Mindful (liVe virtual)	1 October, 13:00-16:00 5 October, 13:00-17:00 8 October, 13:00-18:00 12 October, 13:00-17:00
	One-on-one coaching (1.5h)
Stage 2 – Resilient (on campus)	1 November (starts 16:00) – 5 November (ends 15:30)
	One-on-one coaching (1h)
Stage 3 – Adaptive (liVe virtual)	16 November, 13:00-16:00 19 November, 13:00-16:00 23 November, 13:00-16:00 One-on-one coaching (1h) 3 December, 13:00-17:00
Post-program support – at your discretion (liVe virtual)	Over three months: – A further one-on-one session with your coach (1 hour) – A small-group call with your coach (3 hours) – Videos and readings that provide practical tools for applying core concepts – Guidelines for specific activities and exercises to help build your “muscles” for change – A 30-minute individual call with the Program Director, following a short written reflection

Next start & fee

Length: 12 weeks + post-program coaching support

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Program details

Location

Lausanne

Length

12 weeks (4 days on campus + live virtual)

Price

CHF 15,900

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Tuition and teaching materials are included.
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IMD reserves the right to modify the program dates, location, and fee at any time.

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