Accreditations and rankings

1st class

Among top 1% of Business Schools worldwide with triple accreditation

#3 & #75

Ranked #3 in Switzerland & #75 among the top business Schools - Ceoworld Magazine

Awarded

Most Innovative Business School in Switzerland - Global Brands Magazine

Top Tier

Ranked in the top tier one for global MBA programmes - CEO Magazine

IFM Business School is triple-accredited, top-ranked and a recognised member of prestigious established associations. IFM has high academic standards, excellent business expertise and celebrates over 50 years of reputable Swiss-quality education.

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

IFM is ranked 2nd in Switzerland and 4th in the world for the Executive MBA programme - CEO Magazine
The CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings are designed with applicants in mind, and examine the nuts and bolts of an MBA: the learning environment, class sizes, tuition fees, faculty, delivery methods, international diversity, gender make-up and more. The objective is simple: to identify schools which marry exceptional quality with great "ROI.” > more

IFM is ranked 3rd in Switzerland and 75th in the world - CEOWORLD Magazine’s survey.  

CEOWORLD Magazine ranks the world’s top institutions with one of the largest academic rankings of international colleges and universities. IFM is one of only 6 Business Schools in Switzerland to achieve this ranking. CEOWORLD Magazine ranks the world’s top institutions with one of the largest academic rankings of international colleges and universities> more


IFM is ranked by U Multirank

IFM Business School is one of 14 higher education institutions included in U-Multirank for Switzerland in 2023. IFM Business School has been ranked by U-Multirank for 2 consecutive years, with excellent results in teaching and learning, with the strongest result in knowledge transfer and international orientation. > more

IFM is an Eduniversal Selected School

IFM is an “Eduniversal Selected School” which highlights our initiative and dynamism and is an encouraging sign for the future. Eduniversal has recognized the schools within their Best schools list for bringing new and disruptive energy, their innovative projects and growing potential. We will continue to strive for greater heights in the coming years whilst maintaining our 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 member of this famous association of educational institutions, businesses, not-for-profits, and government organisations devoted to the advancement of higher education in business. AACSB has 1,400 members in 90 countries > 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. Today, the FEDE brings together 580 independent 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 the largest private educational association in Switzerland. The aim of the SFPS is to promote the high standard and value of Swiss educational institutions around the world. > 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.


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 is accredited / certified by EDUQUA. This Swiss certificate is delivered by SQS (System of quality and Management) and is nationally recognised. It guarantees the quality of education. EduQua is the first quality certification for public and private educational institutions of further education. EduQua is recognized, supported, and endorsed by the following organisations:

Swiss Federal Government, Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education, State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation, Swiss Federation for Adult Learning.

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 and promote values. > 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 the largest private educational association in Switzerland. The aim of the SFPS is to promote the high standard and value of Swiss educational institutions throughout the world. > 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

Being granted the Swiss Label guarantees the Swiss authenticity and quality of our programs. This label certification is also a symbol of professionalism, safety and reliability, while reinforcing the prestigious status of the Swiss economy. > website


Swiss Romande Federation of Businesses

IFM is a member of this Swiss organisation. It is the only employer organisation in Western Switzerland that consults with the Swiss government.