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IMD MBA5 SCHOLARSHIP

Application Deadline: Throughout 2025 (available until allocated)

LOCATION: Switzerland

The IMD MBA5 scholarship is named for the 5th graduating class (1976)—alumni who are passionate about passing forward the incredible educational experience they once enjoyed. Multiple scholarships will be awarded each year to applicants who demonstrate the potential to make a unique contribution to the overall learning experience of the class and make an impact as an IMD ambassador after graduation.

ELIGIBILITY:

The scholarships will be distributed across all continents to ensure equal opportunities for applicants from Africa/the Middle East, Asia/Oceania, Europe, North America, and South America.

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

Demonstrate career progression and international exposure

Performance during the Assessment Day

Essay: As an IMD MBA5 scholarship recipient, how can you contribute to the learning experience of your class and make an impact beyond graduation? (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:

Multiple scholarships of CHF 50’000 each may be awarded each year to applicants who demonstrate the potential to make a unique contribution to the overall learning experience of the class and make an impact as an IMD ambassador after graduation.

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INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT NESTLÉ SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN

Application Deadline: Throughout 2025 (available until allocated)

LOCATION: Switzerland

In 1956, IMEDE (Institut pour l’Edude des Méthodes de Direction de l’Entreprise) was established in Lausanne by Nestlé in coordination with Harvard Business School. In 1989, the institute merged with IMI in Geneva to create IMD and its Lausanne-based campus, with a vision to develop global leaders.

IMD’s strong ties with Nestlé continued, and in 1997, the IMD MBA Nestlé Scholarship for Women was launched, and it has supported future women leaders ever since.

ELIGIBILITY:

Demonstrate excellence in previous academic and/or professional endeavors, including GPA (or equivalent) and GMAT/GRE

Convince them of your ambition and ability to use your education to pursue a leadership role

Career progression and international exposure

Ability to contribute to the overall learning experience of the class

Performance during the Assessment Day

Essay: “Building a diverse and inclusive workplace requires the participation and accountability of each member of the organization. What would you recommend as ways for Nestlé to better foster allyship amongst employees?” (750 words)

Priority will be given to women from developing countries. (Employees of Nestlé or its subsidiaries are not eligible.)

Please complete the scholarship application in the Program section of your MBA application form.

Before you apply, 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 by their company.

BENEFIT:

CHF 40,000

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