Start date

2 intakes per year

(September and April)

Duration

From 20 months

Location

Switzerland, online and international modules

Part-time

Only 6 weeks out of office

Discover the IMD Executive MBA

If you’re looking for an EMBA that’s relevant to you, adapts to your needs, and helps you succeed in today’s volatile business environment, you’ve come to the right place.

The IMD Executive MBA offers a blended learning approach and a part-time, modular structure. With a convenient mix of online learning, on-campus sessions, global immersion experiences, and hands-on projects, you’ll apply what you learn as you progress, for immediate career impact. A large portfolio of elective options allow you to tailor your learning journey to match your specific goals and interests.

Along the way, you’ll benefit from the unique IMD executive ecosystem, providing access to a powerful, close-knit global community of senior leaders, faculty, and industry experts. You’ll build trusted relationships that span industries and continents, and continuous opportunities to exchange ideas, test thinking, and accelerate your personal and organizational impact.

The IMD EMBA difference

We believe the best learning happens by doing. That’s why we put you at the center of real business challenges. You’ll work on  company projects, tackle current market issues, and immediately apply new skills to your daily work. This practical approach means everything you learn has immediate value – for you, your team, and your organization.

You’ll master new dimensions in leadership and management, guided by expert faculty and personal coaches. The IMD career development module offers you personalized guidance from a dedicated career strategist to help you plan your professional trajectory.

You’ll be part of a highly diverse group of experienced leaders from a wide range of sectors, organizations and cultures. Your peers represents a unique development opportunity and a powerful network that supports your growth.

Impactful leadership development

Build the skills and insight needed to lead effectively. Reflective coaching and team exercises help you grow as a confident leader who can inspire and drive change.

Real-world learning

Gain practical skills through hands-on projects, Global Immersion Weeks, and in-company assignments that allow you immediately apply what you learn to real business challenges.

Future-focused curriculum

Stay ahead with a curriculum that covers digital transformation, new technologies, and global trends. Use tools like IMD AI+ and simulations to enhance your learning.

Global networking

Connect with a powerful network of executives, alumni, and faculty. Cross-cohort interactions and international partnerships support your career growth beyond the classroom.

A fast track to leadership success

What does progress look like? For our EMBA graduates, it’s more responsibility, higher pay, and a seat at the table. The numbers speak for themselves.

71%
advanced into new roles or took on greater responsibilities*
3x
more in C-level positions*
20%
changed industry or transitioned into a new sector*
72%
increased salary*
$327K
average salary three years after graduation**

*EMBA class of 2022, surveyed 2 years after graduation / **Financial Times Business School Ranking 2025

The IMD Executive MBA program journey

Begin your EMBA with the Foundation stage, developing core business skills that set a strong basis for your leadership journey. This stage consists of two 1-week modules on the IMD campus in Switzerland and 3 online modules. 

Apply what you learn during the Advanced Application stage, consisting of one module on the IMD campus in Switzerland, and another on the IMD campus in Singapore, each followed by a period of online assignments so you can apply your learning to your own business challenges.

Personalize the content, format, and location of your learning according to your needs, through a choice of up to 5 Electives from a vast selection of options. You’ll finish this stage with a 1-week on campus module focused on future readiness.

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What our graduates say
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Shabnam Ebrahimi

Director Operational Excellence
Novartis, Switzerland
EMBA 2025

“The IMD EMBA is intense, fast-paced, and thought provoking. But what makes it truly transformational is the exceptional cohort – an inspiring group of people that are a constant source of challenge, perspective, and support.”

Franck Evrard Tanoh EMBA 2024 - IMD Business School
Franck Evrard Tanoh

Manufacturing project Lead
Unilever, Côte d’Ivoire
EMBA 2024

“This journey has broadened my understanding of business challenges and innovative solutions, and the true essence of leadership.”

Ariella Pfenninger EMBA 2024 - IMD Business School
Ariella Pfenninger

Head of Financial Reporting & Tax
Zurich Insurance, Switzerland
EMBA 2024

“Our class was characterized by a diverse array of backgrounds and expertise, and I cherished the chance to learn from every one of my classmates.”

Baldvin Kovacs EMBA 2024 - IMD Business School
Baldvin Kovács

Team Lead of Rollouts
Google, Switzerland
EMBA 2024

“I truly believe that the EMBA radically changed what I do and how I do it; it definitely changes you as a person.”

Stephanie Herzog EMBA 2024 - IMD Business School
Stephanie Herzog

Head of Private Wealth Management
Goldman Sachs, Switzerland
EMBA 2024

“The Leadership stream has a psychological angle which helped me change my leadership style and adapt to different team members in a much more effective way.”

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Taras Panasenko

Founder, CEO
Aurora Retail Chain, Ukraine
EMBA 2023

“The assignments were based on my cases and my business. I can confidently say that every subject and every experience gained has been useful to me in real business.”

IMD EMBA graduate Thaís Torres Carpenedo. - IMD Business School
Thaís Torres Carpenedo

Deputy CEO
VICAT, Brazil
EMBA 2023

“From the classrooms of IMD to the corporate boardrooms, the lessons from my EMBA continue to guide my decisions. It’s not just about solving problems – it’s about understanding that behind every challenge lies an opportunity for innovation and growth.”

IMD EMBA graduate Frederieke Reiners - IMD Business School
Frederieke Reiners

Vice President
GEA Digital Hub, Germany
EMBA 2023

It’s not just a graduation, it’s a transformation – a journey of intense learning, invaluable insights, and cherished memories.

IMD EMBA graduate Julien Le Goff - IMD Business School
Julian Le Goff

COO & CMO
Adequasys, Switzerland
EMBA 2023

“I’ve integrated the teachings of the EMBA into our strategies, championing a human-centric leadership approach,  bolstering our team dynamics, and sparking innovative approaches that have driven our global initiatives forward.”

IMD EMBA graduate Zoë Falquet - IMD Business School
Zoë Falquet

Sustainability Manager
International Petroleum Corp, Switzerland
EMBA 2023

“It’s a privilege to learn from unique and inspiring IMD professors. And the 55 amazing people in my cohort – all incredible individuals who have become true allies.”

IMD EMBA graduate Behnam Shayegan - IMD Business School
Behnam Shayegan

Commercial Projects Leader
Shell, United States
EMBA 2023

“It’s dream come true to graduate with an Executive MBA from IMD. Thank you for inspiring me to push the boundaries in my ambition to become a better person and leader.”

IMD EMBA graduate Sibongile Gumbi - IMD Business School
Sibongile Gumbi

CEO and founder
Smart Biotech, South Africa
EMBA 2023

“The quality and diversity of class members – both in terms of culture and industry – was truly exceptional. Together, we shared an amazing wealth of experience. And each of us was always ready to push the boundaries.”

IMD EMBA graduate Rashod Nasirov - IMD Business School
Rashod Nasirov

Regional Marketing Manager – Poultry & Dates categories, GCC
Almarai, Saudi Arabia
EMBA 2023

“After graduating from IMD, I was offered a more strategic leadership role in a business expansion project within my company. The knowledge and frameworks I acquired have proven to be invaluable.”

IMD EMBA graduate Viacheslav Kostin - IMD Business School
Viacheslav Kostin

Chief Executive Officer
WislaCode Solutions, Russia
EMBA 2023

“While hard skills are essential, my time at IMD reminded me that effective leadership goes beyond technical acumen. It’s also about the inner journey — understanding your life path, strategy, and goals.”

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Mohammed Farahneh IMD EMBA graduate 2023 - IMD Business School
Mohammed Farahneh

Group Vice President
ABB, Switzerland
EMBA 2023

“The program offered me the opportunity to interact with people outside my domain. Such insights helped me question and reassess practices within my organization, challenging my biases and assumptions.”

Yulia Voronina IMD EMBA graduate 2023 - IMD Business School
Yulia Voronina

eCommerce Channel Manager
Nestlé Purina, Russia
EMBA 2023

“The EMBA enhanced my skills, expanded my network, and prepared me for career advancement. It fostered self-insight in a diverse setting, boosting my confidence and critical thinking, and opened new professional paths and opportunities.”

IMD EMBA graduate Rosario Osobase - IMD Business School
Rosario Osobase

Managing Director
Tenaris, Nigeria
EMBA 2021

“My EMBA journey was truly transformative, empowering me with the confidence to propel my career to new heights. As I assumed the position of Managing Director, I felt exceptionally well-prepared, armed with invaluable skillsets, strategic frameworks, and a powerful network cultivated during the course of my EMBA program.”

EMBA graduate 2021 Hend Al Rumaithi - IMD Business School
Hend Al Rumaithi

Senior Director
Emirates National Oil Company, Saudi Arabia
EMBA 2021

“The IMD EMBA learning journey ignited in me the power of curiosity, reflection and pragmatic thinking.  This translated in clarity, confidence and drive of continuous growth and more importantly being part of a life-time well-trusted community.”

The IMD Executive MBA in numbers
15+
Average years of work experience
19+
Average number of nationalities
40+
Average age
55
Average class size
145k+
Worldwide Alumni
The IMD campus is located in Lausanne, Switzerland, easily reachable from many major European cities.
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