IFM Business School

Postgraduate programmes / Master / MBA / EMBA (1 year): International Business, International Finance, International Marketing, Luxury Management > more

MBA with specialization in International Business

This state-of-the-art programme gives you the skills to work successfully in international markets. Developed by experts, this degree provides an in-depth understanding of international business and management, to meet the major strategic challenges faced by global industries. You will become aware of the main changes, the impact of technology and sustainability. This curriculum provides you with solid knowledge and analytical, leadership and strategic skills. You will learn how to conduct efficient negotiation at the international level. You will develop the right reflexes, along with the ability to identify and analyse opportunities, whilst managing risks and successfully run projects and close deals in the international market.

MBA with specialization in International Finance

This industry-relevant MBA programme prepares you to meet the current challenges of the world of finance, a sector in complete evolution. You will become aware of the main industry changes fuelled by the impact that technology, sustainability, and digitalisation have. This degree provides you with a solid education in management, which consists of a detailed exploration of the business and financial environments as well as in-depth knowledge of markets, products, and investments. The curriculum provides you with practical tools and enhances your skills in analysis, negotiation and strategy. You will become a professional who is able to think differently, analyse investments, measure risks, negotiate, trade, create innovative strategies and achieve top performance.

MBA with specialization in International Marketing

This outstanding programme prepares you to meet the global challenges in marketing such as technology, emerging trends and sustainability. You will understand the key role of marketing in organisations by learning about best practices, products and brands analysis and consumer behaviour drivers. Our degree provides you with a strong grounding of company structures, marketing activities in a global environment. You will enhance your skills in analysis, negotiation, leadership, strategy, and gain an innovative mindset. You will develop the ability to analyse markets and competitors, to manage projects, create innovative communication and successful strategies in order to help a business achieve competitive advantage.

MBA with specialization in Luxury Management

This new programme prepares you to work successfully in the luxury industry. Our degree gives a global vision of management within a business environment and provides you with a deep understanding of how luxury businesses thrive with key players. You will explore current challenges such as technology, sustainability, innovation and new trends. This curriculum provides you with specific knowledge, practical tools and enhances your skills in management and negotiation. You will become able to analyse markets, understand consumer behaviour drivers, evaluate the value of brands, forecast trends, run projects, design innovative strategies. You will gain the skills and mindset to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

EMBA

Our robust Executive MBA is a highly practice-relevant programme that focuses on your success. This pioneering curriculum provides you with advanced perspectives, new transferable skills and the best tools. You will develop a global, sustainable, and successful mindset as well as a distinct way of approaching business. Among other things, this programme provides you with top management competencies as it develops your skills in analysis and strategic thinking and enhances your leadership potential. While sharing your own professional experience and background among other professionals you will apply business principles to real-life situations, through a combination of case studies, projects, discussions, and business simulations. This new knowledge will have an immediate impact on your organisation.

IFM’s distinctive approach to studies imparts new perspectives, contemporary management knowledge, key skills, practical tools, and the confidence to succeed. Our passion for innovation is reflected in our unique, cutting-edge and hands-on teaching approach. The pioneering curriculum designed by our experts with input from business leaders prepares you for the challenges of the current business world. You will develop an innovative, sustainable, digital and entrepreneurial mindset to achieve a successful career.

IFM offers a personnalised and supportive environment with stylish facilities and state-of-the-art technology to foster a unique experiential education with interactive classes lead by academic and professional specialists and coaches. The in-class experience is enhanced by an exposure to real-world business operations with industry opportunities and tailored career advice.

IFM’s excellence in business education is recognised by 3 major accreditation bodies, top international rankings, awards, along with affiliations to prestigious associations around the world.

ACCREDITATIONS, RANKING & AWARDS

• IFM is ranked 3rd in Switzerland and 75th among the top business schools in the world by Ceoworld.
• Ranked in the top Tier One in Europe and worldwide for the MBA programme by CEO Magazine.
• Ranked 1st in Switzerland and 4th worldwide & the Executive MBA by CEO Magazine.
• Ranked in the top 15 in Switzerland by U-Multirank with the strongest result in knowledge transfer.
• Among top 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation.
• Awarded "Most Innovative Business School in Switzerland" by Global Brands Magazine.

WHAT OUR ALUMNI SAY

“The IFM MBA allowed me to develop the skills required to start my career with confi­dence. I enjoyed working in a great atmos­phere, while being supervised by friendly and open-minded top professionals. I am very proud of my experience as an IFM student as this solid university background helped me realise my projects.”
Jon Malmezac, Sales & Implementation Associate, Sharp Focus, Inc., Los Angeles, USA

“My experience allowed me to grow in an international environment and become more open-minded. The variety of students in class allowed me to develop my team-working skills and facilitate exchange. It was an enriching and satisfying experience.”
Albane Regis, Director - KYC Officer, Audi Bank, Switzerland

“Professors at IFM were able to use their own expertise to boost lessons, that is something that I really liked. I had the chance to get a new job after finishing my EMBA and I am approaching the new role and new responsibilities in a more rational way and a better understanding of my knowledge.”
Diego Tomassone, Commercial Director International, Miller Chemical & Fertilizer, LLC

“The IFM MBA is oriented towards “business realities”. It helps me in my day-to-day tasks as a manager, such as reflection and the capacity to take a step back, allowing us to gain a bigger picture of the solutions needed by a company.”
Yannick Theler, Chief Executive Officer, Savvy Gaming Studios, UAE

“The MBA at IFM allowed me to acquire a lot of new knowledge, essential for the continuation of my professional career. I benefited heavily from the education re­ceived from professors who have extensive professional and academic experience.”
Moreno Centelleghe, Technical & EHS Director, Debiopharm Research & Manufacturing

“Facing the rapid globalisation of mar­kets, the IFM MBA curriculum provides essential tools for understanding. Orga­nised around classes with fewer num­bers of students, the MBA programme at IFM favors interaction and exchange.”
Eric Bara, General Director , Hautbois, France

“My IFM experience was fascinating. It allowed me to deepen my knowledge and develop an international approach to the reality of business. I recommend it to anyone who wants to gain solid skills.”
Laurie Berthollet, Consultant Financial Services, Swisscom, Switzerland

“When I started at IFM, I already had an interesting position and significant experience behind me. The MBA helped to fill the gaps and see the same activities from a different perspective.”
Alla Ferreiro Hermida, Director, Trade & Commodity Finance Societe Generale, Switzerland

“The curriculum of the MBA programme was really exciting and challenging at the same time. The teaching environ­ment was very attractive as well. The professors’ academic and professional experience was really inspiring.”
Aliko Blerta, Resident Representative, Algeria, United Nations Development Program

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
•    An application form
•    A 300-400 words motivation letter
•    Copies of academic transcripts and certificates (in English)
•    A copy of your passport photograph (ID) page
•    One recent passport-sized, color photograph, jpeg format (of yourself)
•    A non-refundable application fee of CHF/EUR 150
•    For non-native English speaker, provide proof of your English proficiency
•    Official Undergraduate Diploma: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
•    A resumé / curriculum vitae showing work experience if applicable

IFM offers 2 intakes per year: October and March.

Applying to IFM programs is simple. You can apply in the following ways:

1. Apply online
You can now use our easy and efficient online application system. Fill out the form and upload all your documents. > online application

2. Apply using our application paper or PDF form
Once you have completed the application form, please send it to us together with the supporting documents.

Tuition: CHF 35’500

AMAZING LOCATION IN GENEVA, SWITZERLAND

• Ranked top 10 for quality of life in the world
• Ranked 1st for education in the world
• Ranked 6th worldwide for universities
• Ranked 1st for global talent competitiveness
• Ranked 1st in the world for economy, banking and finance
• A magnificent city perfect for culture, sports, events
• On the shores of the largest lake in Europe
• Less than 1 hour from ski resorts

TIME OUT IN GENEVA 
The area around IFM is cultural and lively: museums, art centres and galleries can be found nearby. Numerous restaurants, bars,fast-food places and cafés are located around IFM. Across the city, you will find a wide range of restaurants, bars and clubs to suit all tastes and interests > life in Geneva

SPORTS IN GENEVA
Geneva and its surroundings offer numerous activities. More than 50 sports are available. Geneva is located on the shores of the biggest lake in Europe, offering many water sports. For amateurs of winter sports, Geneva is situated only an hour away from the best ski resorts. > life in Geneva
 

IFM EXPERIENCE
IFM objective is to completes students program with each Conference given by professionals, also with targeted visits of worldwide companies. On the other hand, socializing with one another is most important in order to create and reinforce a social network. Therefore, at IFM, all combined together, students benefit from an event each and every week > more

IFM STUDENT LIFE                                                                                                                                                                        Social Networking doesn’t only take place online, it happens in the halls, classrooms, and cafes, where the sharing of ideas and cultures helps students form lifelong bonds. Numerous activities throughout the year: After study, get together, dinners, Beach Party, Hockey, Christmas Party, Bowling, breakfasts, cultural visits, Fondue > more