Accreditations and rankings

30 & 100

Top 5 in CH, Top 30 in Europe, Top 100 globally for MBA – CEO Magazine

#3 & #68

Ranked Top 5 in CH, Top 20 in Europe, and Top 100 globally, Ceoworld

Top 15

 Ranked in the top 15 in Switzerland.
 #1 in knowledge transfer, U-Multirank.

1st class

Among top 1% of Business Schools worldwide with triple accreditation

At IFM, our business education is renowned for its excellence. We are proudly accredited and recognized as members of several prestigious organizations and associations.

IFM is ranked in the top tier one for the MBA program in Europe and worldwide - CEO Magazine

IFM’s MBA program was ranked among the top 5 in Switzerland, the top 30 in Europe, and placed in the top 100 worldwide. CEO Magazine consistently showcases the world’s leading business schools through its renowned Global MBA Rankings. > more

IFM is ranked 3rd in Switzerland and 71st in the world - CEOWORLD Magazine’s survey.

IFM ranks among the top 5 in Switzerland, the top 20 in Europe, and 68th in the world. CEOWORLD, renowned for its global academic rankings, evaluates leading international colleges and universities, making this recognition particularly significant. > more


IFM is ranked by U Multirank

IFM Business School is one of 15 higher education institutions in Switzerland featured in U-Multirank . For two consecutive years, IFM has achieved impressive rankings, excelling in teaching and learning. The school is also recognized for its outstanding performance in knowledge transfer and international orientation. > more

IFM is an Eduniversal Selected School

IFM has proudly earned the distinction of being an «Eduniversal Selected School», reflecting our proactive and dynamic approach to education and our commitment to a promising future. This recognition highlights schools known for their innovation, groundbreaking initiatives, and strong growth potential. At IFM, we remain dedicated to achieving new milestones while maintaining our unwavering standard of excellence.


IFM has been named Most Innovative Business School in Switzerland by Global Brands Magazine. We are extremely proud of IFM’s flourishing global reputation, that we owe to our brilliant professors, students and alumni.


AACSB Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

IFM is a proud member of this renowned global association dedicated to advancing business education, representing 1,400 leading institutions across 90 countries. > website


ATHEA Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation

As an institutional member of ATHEA, IFM supports the advancement of educational standards through accreditation and quality assurance. ATHEA conducts evaluations and seeks recognition on the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR). > website


FEDE European Federation of Schools

IFM is a member of this international non-governmental organisation benefiting from a «participatory status» with the Council of Europe. The FEDE brings together 580 educational institutions in Europe. > website


SAPIHE Swiss Association of Private Institutions of Higher Education

IFM is one of the founding members of this organisation, promoting the quality of Swiss private higher education. Members have an internationally recognised accreditation.

SFPS Swiss Federation of Private Schools

IFM is a member of Switzerland’s largest private educational association, which promotes the high standards and global reputation of Swiss educational institutions. > website

Swiss Private School Register

The Swiss Private School Register Foundation officially certifies IFM as a reliable, accredited business school that meets the highest standards of quality education.


IFM Business School, is currently chartered under Swiss Law as an institution of higher learning and has been established in the Canton of Geneva. IFM has been authorised by the Public Education Department of State of Geneva, Switzerland (Private schools section) since 1971.


EDUQUA

IFM holds EDUQUA institutional certification, awarded by SQS (Quality & Management Systems), a prestigious Swiss quality standard ensuring educational excellence for public and private institutions of further education. The EDUQUA certification and its evaluation process, conducted by SQS, are officially recognized by the Swiss government through the Swiss Accreditation Service under the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education, and Research.


SAPIHE Swiss Association of Private Institutions of Higher Education

SAPIHE Swiss Association of Private Institutions of Higher Education
IFM is a founding member of this organization, committed to enhancing the quality of Swiss private higher education. Members hold internationally recognized accreditations. > website


Swiss Private School Register

The Swiss Private School Register Foundation is an official and unique recognition body. It certifies that IFM is an accredited and reliable business school that complies with the highest standards and provides quality education.


SFPS Swiss Federation of Private Schools

IFM is a member of Switzerland’s largest private educational association, which promotes the high standards and global reputation of Swiss educational institutions. > website 


Geneva Association of Private Schools

IFM is a member of this professional organisation founded in 1959. It is a key member of Geneva’s educational community thanks to its well-known influence.

Swiss Label

The Swiss Label certification affirms the authenticity and quality of our programs, representing professionalism, safety, and reliability. > website


Swiss Romande Federation of Businesses

As a member of this organization, IFM contributes to discussions and consultations with the Swiss government.