Application Deadline: Throughout 2025 (available until allocated)
LOCATION: Switzerland
The scholarship supports the brightest STEM background MBA scholars by covering roughly 50% of their tuition expenses. This will allow students with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics backgrounds to further their education at IMD. Funded by a generous donation from the Hilti Foundation, the Hilti Scholars Program will support multiple IMD MBA scholars per year.
ELIGIBILITY:
Have an academic background in engineering or STEM subjects and/or a passion for STEM subjects (and a conviction in the positive role STEM must play in an inclusive, prosperous, and sustainable future)
Demonstrate excellence in previous academic and/or professional endeavors, including GPA (or equivalent) and GMAT/GRE scores
Convince us of your ambition and ability to use your education to pursue a leadership role in STEM
Career progression and international exposure
Ability to contribute to the overall learning experience of your class
Performance during the Assessment Day
Essay: How can STEM-focused leadership contribute to a sustainable, prosperous, and inclusive future, and what role can an IMD MBA program play? (750 words)
Please complete the scholarship application in the Program section of your MBA application form.
Before you apply to the program, we strongly recommend that you evaluate the investment needed and investigate the various financing options available to you. An overview of the program fees, payment schedule, and estimated living expenses can be found by clicking here.
Please note that you may apply for multiple scholarships; however, scholarships are non-cumulative, therefore you will not be selected for more than one. In addition, scholarships are reserved for those who are not sponsored.
BENEFIT:
Amount: CHF 50,000
Number of scholarships: Multiple