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    Women in Business

    Learn. Lead. Connect.

    Every leadership journey is unique – and so is your path to success. Enjoy flexible learning and tailored support at every career stage – from MBA scholarships to board-level networking. Join a global community of women leaders who are breaking barriers and making an impact at work, in business, and beyond. Dive into our resource hub and gain the tools and skills you need to excel and thrive as a woman in today’s workplace.

    News and awards

    Find news and stories about leading women in business as we celebrate successes and highlight urgent challenges.

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    Women’s leadership and AI
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    The biggest career barrier for women
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    The confidence myth with Ginka Toegel

    Women pioneering new paths

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    Why women choose IMD
    Nearly 40% of our candidates are women

    Since 2018, the number of women participating in our programs has soared. With IMD you can diversify your skillset, advance your career, and build a strong network with peers, faculty, and industry experts. Take advantage of our tailored career coaching and mentoring to achieve your full potential.

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    Scholarships for women
    Unlock your leadership potential

    If you are an exceptional manager and leader but lack sufficient financial means, consider applying for one of our women’s scholarships. In 2024, more than half of our scholarships were awarded to women. Discover more about our MBA and other scholarship opportunities.

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    A supportive network
    IMD Women in Business Group for alumni

    The Women in Business Group, part of the Inclusive Leadership alumni community, aims to foster a vibrant, action-oriented platform for IMD alumni to champion women’s advancement across industries, geographies, and career stages.

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    Real learning, real impact

    Read the transformative journeys of women leaders whose careers are flourishing and learn more about our female faculty.

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    Strategies for Leadership

    Celebrating 20 years of IMD’s leading program for women

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    Get to know our female faculty

    Be challenged and inspired

    Our distinguished women faculty are recognized as leading academics and global thought leaders.

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    Behind closed doors

    Jelena Laketić’s journey with Women on Boards

    Technology executive and radio host Jelena Laketić joined IMD’s Women on Boards program to uncover what really happens in the boardroom.

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    Shaping authentic, impactful leadership

    Tarita Qveflander, Mobilizing People program (2023)

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    Changing the reality for women

    Yana Romanenko, joint IMD-MIM Kyiv leadership program

    “Using the knowledge and materials I got from the course, I’m trying to popularize the idea of women being in leadership in business.”

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    Blending authenticity with purpose

    Susanne Hundsbaek-Pedersen, EMBA (2016)

    “I designed my organization to hold some healthy tension.”

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    Your leadership journey with IMD

    Explore programs designed to elevate your leadership, expand your network, and unlock new opportunities. Whether you’re looking for executive learning, a transformative degree, or the flexibility of online programs, IMD provides world-class education tailored to your needs and career goals.

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    Executive programs

    Top ranked and designed to evolve with your career

    Strengthen your leadership and business expertise with practical, high-impact learning. Our executive programs are focused and designed to fit your schedule – offering strategic insights, real-world application, and a dynamic network of peers.

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    Degree programs

    Transform your leadership

    Whether you want to accelerate your career, expand your leadership impact, or transition into a new role, IMD’s MBA and EMBA programs provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience.

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    Online programs

    Flexible and impactful learning, at your own pace

    Advance your career on your terms. IMD’s online programs combine interactive learning, expert faculty, and personal coaching to help you build new skills while balancing professional and personal commitments.

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    Personalized coaching

    Personalized coaching for leadership growth

    Gain clarity, confidence, and leadership presence with one-on-one coaching from IMD experts. Our executive coaching helps you turn insights into action, guiding you through career transitions, leadership challenges, and personal growth.

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    Resource hub

    Stay up to the minute on everything you need to know and do with our latest articles, white papers and in-depth research.

    2026 report
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    Supporting women leaders

    A new IMD report outlines actionable steps to move from intention to impact

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    Diversity and Inclusion

    How women leaders are changing the world of business

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    Women on boards
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    No more excuses

    How to finally shatter the glass ceiling and get more women onto boards.

    Read the research report from IMD in cooperation with The Boardroom., the club for women executives who aspire to be board members.

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    Research
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    Research and case studies

    IMD’s faculty and research teams regularly publish important research on Diversity & Inclusion

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    Coaching Corner
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    Slow down! Why doing too much is not helping you or your team

    Coaching tips from I by IMD’s Coaching Corner series

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    White paper
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    A guide to inclusive communication for executives

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    The Female Quotient
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    I by IMD articles

    Read I by IMD articles developed in partnership with IMD’s academic partner, The Female Quotient.

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    Brain Circuits
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    How to make your ‘imposter’ monster a trusted friend

    A quick read from I by IMD’s Brain Circuits series

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    Empowerment
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    Women in leadership

    6 meaningful ways to empower for a brighter future

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    Women-centered academic partnerships

    We partner with like-minded organizations around the world. Harnessing our combined knowledge and expertise, and bringing IMD’s innovative, entrepreneurial approach to bear on shared challenges, we strive together for positive change.