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IFM Business School
IFM Business School
IFM Business School is a triple-accredited, top-ranked and internationally acclaimed private institution. Boasting over 50 years of Swiss-quality education, IFM is celebrated for its outstanding and innovative business education through global rankings. Located in Geneva’s vibrant center, in Switzerland, IFM’s campus is at the heart of global business.
IFM’s distinctive educational approach delivers fresh perspectives, modern management insights, essential skills, practical tools, and the confidence necessary for success. Our commitment to innovation shines through our dynamic, hands-on teaching style. Developed by our experts with contributions from business leaders, our forward-thinking curriculum equips you for today’s business challenges, fostering an innovative, sustainable, digital, and entrepreneurial mindset for career excellence.
IFM provides a personalized, nurturing environment, featuring stylish facilities and state-of-the-art technology. This encourages an immersive educational experience with interactive classes led by academic and industry experts and coaches. The classroom experience is enhanced by an exposure to real-world business operations, including industry opportunities and customized career guidance.
IFM’s excellence in business education is recognized by 3 major accreditation bodies, top international rankings, awards, along with affiliations to prestigious associations around the world.
Accreditations, Rankings & Awards
IFM is ranked 3rd in Switzerland and 71st 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 for 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.
IFM'S Competitive Advantages
- Triple-accredited, awarded, and top-ranked private institution.
- Pioneering curriculum designed with input from business leaders for maximum career impact.
- Distinctive learning approach with a solid practical business education and a focus on your success.
- Top international professors, selected for high quality teaching and their extensive business experience.
- Personalized and supportive environment to cultivate your personal growth and unlock your potential.
- International atmosphere empowered by multicultural classes, cross-cultural skills, study abroad experiences.
- In-class experience strengthened by direct exposure to real-world business operations.
- Tailored career advice, career workshops, networking and industry opportunities to enhance your marketability.
Programs
- Postgraduate programmes / Master / MBA / EMBA: International Business, International Finance, International Marketing, Luxury Management > more
- 2 intakes per year: October and March
MBA in International Business
This state-of-the-art program gives you the skills to work successfully in international markets. Developed by specialists, the degree offers comprehensive insights into international business and management, addressing key strategic challenges in worldwide industries. You will gain an understanding of critical changes, and the roles of technology and sustainability. The curriculum imparts strong foundational knowledge and skills in analysis, leadership, and strategy. You will learn how to conduct efficient negotiation at the international level. You will develop sharp instincts, and learn to spot and assess opportunities, manage risks, and successfully run projects and close deals in the global market.
This specialization prepares graduates for rewarding managerial roles in multinational companies, diverse industries, consulting firms, large corporations and organizations.
MBA in International Finance
This industry-relevant MBA program gears you up for the evolving challenges in the finance sector. You’ll become familiar with major industry shifts driven by technology, sustainability, and digitalization. The degree offers a robust management education, encompassing comprehensive studies of business and financial landscapes, along with detailed insights into markets, products, and investments. The curriculum arms you with practical tools, boosting your analytical, negotiation, and strategic skills. You will evolve into a professional adept at innovative thinking, investment analysis, risk assessment, negotiation, trading, strategy development, and achieving peak performance.
This specialization equips graduates for outstanding managerial roles in diverse financial entities, including banks, funds, insurance companies, brokerage firms, international organizations, and more.
MBA in International Marketing
This outstanding program prepares and equips you to tackle global marketing challenges like technology, emerging trends, and sustainability. You will grasp marketing’s pivotal role in organizations through studying best practices, product and brand analysis, and consumer behavior.
The degree grounds you in organizational structures and marketing practices within a global context. You will refine skills in analysis, negotiation, leadership, strategy, and cultivate an innovative mindset. You will learn to assess markets and competitors, manage projects, and devise innovative communications and strategies to secure a business’s competitive edge.
This specialization prepares graduates for a wide range of prominent marketing roles in various sectors, including product management, advertising, communications, brand management, sales, and international marketing.
MBA in Luxury Management
This innovative program readies you for a successful career in the luxury sector. Our degree offers a comprehensive view of business management and a thorough understanding of luxury business dynamics and key industry players. You will tackle current issues like technology, sustainability, innovation, and emerging trends. The curriculum equips you with specialized knowledge, practical tools, and strengthens your skills in management and negotiation. You will learn to analyze markets, comprehend consumer behavior, assess brand value, predict trends, manage projects, and create cutting-edge strategies. You will develop the skills and perspectives necessary to provide outstanding customer experiences.
This specialization prepares graduates for dynamic managerial roles in luxury groups, luxury brands, the luxury watch industry, consulting firms, and large international corporations.
Amazing location & Tradition of Excellence
- Ranked top 10 for quality of life in the world
- Ranked top 5 European destinations
- Ranked 1st for education in the world
- Ranked 3rd worldwide for universities
- Ranked 1st for global talent competitiveness
- Ranked 1st in the world for economy, banking and finance
- Population of 150 nationalities
- A magnificent city perfect for culture, sports, events
- On the shores of the largest lake in Europe
- Less than 1 hour from ski resorts
What our Alumni Say
“IFM provides the opportunity to meet excellent professors and to build a network while studying in the heart of Geneva. I have great memories of the classes and of the atmosphere amongst students. I would recommend it to any student looking for a good academic curriculum.”
Michel Khattar, Senior Private Banker, Audi Bank, Switzerland
“IFM’s education was instrumental in my career. The thorough real-world examples and in-class negotiations propelled me to run and sell a highly successful construction supply business with multiple locations and over $50 million in annual revenues.”
William Lewis, Business Development, Ferguson Enterprises, USA.
Former President, Pipelines Inc, USA
“During my studies at IFM, I especially appreciated being taught by professors with real-world experience, ready to equip us with the skills to face real situations in our professional careers. IFM offers a great environment where teamwork is put into practice.”
Achraf Goneid, Alternative Investments Specialist, UBS Bank, Zurich, Switzerland
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