Begin your academic journey from anywhere in the planet. Excellent news! The IMD MBA Scholarship application session is now open. In this piece, we will go over the scholarship program in great detail, including its benefits and the specific application method. IMD MBA Scholarships.
International students are eligible for full funding through the IMD MBA scholarships. This award is open to business administration master’s degree holders. The IMD scholarship awards the recipient up to CHF 85,000.
Enroll in one of Europe’s leading full-time MBA programs to hone your leadership skills in a digital, entrepreneurial, and global business environment. A professionally transforming program that provides incredible networking opportunities for anyone seeking to meaningfully impact a complex and rapidly changing world. Enroll in our Master of Business Administration program, which runs for one year in Lausanne, Switzerland.
The scholarships are aimed at high achievers from all over the world who, while lacking financial resources, have the potential, drive, and excitement to participate in the MBA program.
Summary
- Level of Study: MBA
- Institution(s): IMD
- Study in: Switzerland
- Courses Offered: Masters in Business Administration
- Deadline: January 15 (Earlybird application fee waiver), February 15, April 15, and June 15.
Benefits
IMD MBA Scholarships provide the recipient with the following scholarships:
IMD Alumni Club of Lausanne Scholarship:
- CHF 50,000 amount
- Apply for the Feb 1 admissions deadline
- Read about the 2020 class winner
Forté Women Scholarships:
- CHF 20,000 amount
- Apply for the Feb 1 or May 1 admissions deadline
- Read about the 2020 class winners
Stewart Hamilton Scholarship:
- CHF 50,000 amount
- Apply for the Feb 1 or May 1 admissions deadline
- Read about the scholarship’s foundation
IMD MBA Class of 1976 Scholarship:
- CHF 50,000 amount
- Apply for the May 1 admissions deadline
- Read about the 2020 class winner
The Staton Scholarship:
- CHF 50,000 amount
- Apply by July 1 deadline
- Watch a video testimonial from Woods Staton
Diversity Scholarships:
- CHF 30,000 amount
- Awarded with each admissions deadline
Merit Scholarships:
- Up to CHF 30,000 in scholarships
- Awarded with each admissions deadline
- Read the MBA blog to learn about some of our Merit winners
Financial Need Scholarships:
- Up to CHF 30,000 in scholarships
- Awarded with each admissions deadline
The Hilti Scholarship for Women:
- CHF 25,000 scholarship
- Apply by September 1
- Read more about Hilti’s viewpoint
The CO-RO Foundation Scholarship:
- CHF 85,000 scholarship
- Apply by September 1
- Watch a video testimonial from CO-RO
The Nestlé Scholarship for Women:
- CHF 25,000 scholarship
- Apply by September 1
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for IMD MBA Scholarships, candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: All world countries
- Bachelor’s Degree: or the equivalent
- We demand at least three years of full-time postgraduate experience to demonstrate career progression. The normal age range in the class is four to nine years.
- Two recommendations: Choose persons from business-related sources who know you well, have worked directly with you, and can showcase your professional successes, interpersonal skills, teamwork, and leadership using our form.
. - GMAT/GRE: the average GMAT score in the class is typically around 680. While your unique experience and achievements can help balance out a weaker score, we recommend that you aim for a score above 630 (for an equivalent GRE score, see the GRE Comparison Tool). Please ensure you list IMD as a receiver of your score.
- The TOEFL/IELTS program is taught entirely in English. If English is not your native language and you have not previously studied English, you must provide a TOEFL or IELT score. There are no minimum requirements. We recommend a TOEFL (IBT) score of 105 or higher, as well as an IELTS score of 7.5. Our TOEFL IBT code is C301. Contact us if you are unsure about the suitability of your score.
- Second Language: In addition to English, we seek for knowledge of a second language, which may be your native language, as part of your international outlook.
How to Apply IMD MBA Scholarships
Please follow the following application instructions to apply for IMD MBA Scholarships:
(1) Click here to make an account for online application.
(2) Upload the following documents:
- Degrees and Transcripts
Copies of original diplomas and official transcripts, including the grading scale, for all university degrees or equivalents. Every document requires an official translation into English or French. - GMAT/GRE
A GMAT or GRE score that is less than 5 years old.
You will be required to upload a test-taker copy and order an official score report for IMD. Our GMAT code is SKR-MM-13 and our GRE code is 8490. - English Test
A TOEFL or an IELTS score that is less than 5 years old (for non-native English speakers who do not have a university degree taught fully in English).
You will be required to upload a test-taker copy and order an official score report for IMD. Our TOEFL IBT Code is C301. -
Recommenders
Two references from business sources who can attest to your professional accomplishments, interpersonal skills, teamwork, and leadership.
We recommend that you enter and submit their contact information at least two weeks before the application deadline, allowing them enough time to complete and submit our online form. We only accept professional email addresses (no Hotmail, Gmail, etc.). - CV
A one-page resume in English was created using the IMD CV template, which can be downloaded here. Other formats will not be accepted. - Photo
A professional-style electronic photograph without any background scenery. High resolution setting, with a minimum of 150 DPI, a size of 150KB, and JPEG format. - Passport
A copy of your passport (photo page) that is valid for the entire MBA year. If you have multiple nationalities, please attach a copy for each. - The application fee is CHF 200 and non-refundable.
To apply and learn more about IMD MBA Scholarships, please visit the official website:
