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Ready to take the next step in your career?

Get all the details on the admission process and key dates.

View the program schedule

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Get all the details on the admission process and key dates.

View the program schedule

Detailed schedule:

September 2025 session:

Module 1 (on campus): 29 September – 10 October 2025
Module 2 (on campus): 01- 12 December 2025

April 2026 session:

Module 1 (on campus): 20 April – 1 May 2026
Module 2 (on campus): 08- 19 June 2026

August 2026 session:

Module 1 (on campus): 17 – 28 August 2026
Module 2 (on campus): 26 October – 06 November 2026

September 2026 session:

Module 1 (on campus): 28 September – 09 October 2025
Module 2 (on campus): 16- 27 November 2026

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.

Next start & fee

Length: about two months, with two separate two-week modules on campus.

Dates

20 Apr – 19 Jun 2026

Location

Lausanne

Length

2 x 2 weeks on campus, plus 3 liVe virtual modules

Price

CHF 32,500

Apply

Dates

17 Aug – 6 Nov 2026

Location

Lausanne

Length

2 x 2 weeks on campus, plus 3 liVe virtual modules

Price

CHF 32,500

Apply

Dates

28 Sep – 27 Nov 2026

Location

Lausanne

Length

2 x 2 weeks on campus, plus 3 liVe virtual modules

Price

CHF 32,500

Apply

Tuition, teaching materials, and lunch are included.
All fees quoted are exclusive of any value-added or other indirect taxes that may be due in any country.
IMD reserves the right to modify the program dates, location, and fee at any time.

Get your questions answered

Schedule a call with a Program Advisor to discuss your professional development and see if this is the program for you.

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