IMD MBA has a unique admissions process which allows entry into the MBA program through two different routes.
1. If you are applying through the traditional route, you will submit your written application and your GMAT score. If successful, will be invited for an online or in-person interview and further assessment, which will include an elevator pitch, a team experience, class observation (where possible) and networking with members of the MBA team.
2. In the second route, you will take part in the assessment challenge. This challenge is for high potential applicants who don’t necessarily have the financial means to apply. They submit a simplified application without an application fee and participate in an online interactive experience, where they have to complete many assessment activities. Top performers and runners up are offered a place on the IMD MBA class <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Traditional Route Deadlines: Assessment Challenge Deadlines:<\/strong> Admissions Criteria:<\/strong> Essays: Other Short Essays<\/strong>:<\/span>
<\/span><\/strong>15 January 2024 (Earlybird application fee waiver)
15 February 2024
15 April 2024
15 June 2024
15 August 2024
15 September 2024
15 October 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Assessment Challenge Women Leaders 1 – 15 March
Assessment Challenge Young Leaders – 15 May
Assessment Challenge Women Leaders 2 – 15 July<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Bachelor’s degree<\/strong> or equivalent.
2. A minimum of two years full-time, post graduate work experience<\/strong>. The typical class range is 3-8 years. 3. GMAT\/ GRE<\/strong> – IMD suggests a score above a 630 on classic GMAT, 585 in the focus edition and 320 for GRE.
4. English proficiency<\/strong>– If English is not your native language we will assess your proficiency during the assessment day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>1. Tell us your story. (Make sure you include specific examples that would be relevant to the application process). Minimum length 300 words and maximum 400
2. Is there any additional information that is critical for the Admissions Committee which has not been covered elsewhere in this application? (i.e. re-application, health, grades, etc.) (Word limit 100)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What other programs are you applying to? (Word limit 100)
Career Development Section:
<\/strong>Career goal industry – there’s a drop down menu
Career goal function- there’s a drop down menu
Career goal geography
1. What are your top 3 target companies? (you have to name these)
2. Do you already have a network in place? (Word limit 50)
3. Which skills & experiences will aid your post-MBA career goals? What are the challenges and road blockers that you may experience and how will you overcome them? (Word limit 200 – 300)
4. What is your plan B if you are not able to secure your ideal job post MBA? (Word limit 50)<\/p>\n\n\n\n