• IFM's excellence is recognised by 3 accreditations. IFM's programmes are internationally accredited by ACBSP and IACBE (both CHEA recognized). IFM is also EDUQUA (CH) accredited.

• The Swiss Private School Register Foundation, an official recognition body, certifies that IFM is an accredited and a quality business school.
• Among top 1% of Business Schools worldwide with triple accreditation
• IFM is also a recognised member of numerous associations such as AACSB, SAPIHE, SPFS, FEDE > for details 

• At the undergraduate level, IFM offers a Bachelor of Business Administration with 6 specialisations in International Business, Management, Finance, Marketing, Luxury & Watch Business, Entrepreneurship & Innovation. > undergraduate programs

• At the Postgraduate level, IFM offers a Master of Business Administration with 4 specialisations in International Business, International Finance, International Marketing, Luxury Management > postgraduate programs  > Executive MBA

• IFM's undergraduate programmes (BBA) are usually 3 years long (6 semesters).

• IFM's postgraduate programmes (MBA) are usually 9 months long (2 semesters).

• IFM's part-time postgraduate programme (Executive MBA) is 10 months long (2 semesters) .

Bachelor, MBA, EMBA : courses are taught in English.

Please note that IFM also offers an undergraduate bilingual section (English-French).

You will learn from a top international faculty who are industry experts, entrepreneurs and senior managers selected from around the world to ensure educational excellence. > faculty list

Our classes average 20 students to promote exchange, class interaction, teamwork, all of which are key factors for success. Our student to professor ratio is 6:1.

• For professionals: flexible & tailor-made schedule (BBA& MBA)

You need flexibility in your studies because you have a job. We may design a tailor-made schedule that matches your professional commitments to your learning needs.

• IFM offers an MBA programme, where, you will take all of your classes during the afternoon, which makes it easier to balance your studies, personal life, starting a business project, pursuing an internship or working part-time.

• IFM offers an Executive MBA programme (Part-time). Schedule: 3 days per month.
You don’t need to put your career on hold. You can take all of your classes, once a month, at the end of the week, which makes it easier to work while you earn your degree. > more

No. From 2023, IFM will emphasize presential learning. Yet, your in-class experience will be supported by our professional digital platform. 

Career services: At IFM, we help you achieve your career goals. Our career coach, modern career workshops and one-to-one guidance sessions help you explore the job market, plan your career and secure future employment. Our graduates have an excellent employment record. > Career development.

Networking: IFM organises industry and factory visits to local and international companies. At IFM, you will meet CEOs of international companies, entrepreneurs, industry experts and learn from them. They will introduce you to a wide range of professional options. This helps you connect and network with speakers, international companies and business communities.

Internships: IFM's curriculum does not require any compulsory company internships. We give our students access to a variety of useful information:  • job and internship offers • search engines • guidance and videos

Please find detailed information by visiting our admissions section.

International students: admissions requirements are similar to those for local students.

We offer 2 intakes a year in October and March.

Students can submit their application before each start date. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. > next deadlines. International students living outside of Europe should submit their complete file at least 3 months before the chosen intake.

1. Send a completed application form together with all documents and pay the application fees.

2. After assessing whether you meet our entry requirements, we will either make you an offer or notify you that you have been unsuccessful. If you have graduated and met all entry requirements, you will receive an unconditional offer. If you still have not finished your exams, are waiting for a diploma or have yet to submit supporting documentation, the offer will be conditional.

3. If you wish to accept the offer, you must fill out the final registration form, send it back to us and pay the fees.

Most candidates will be assessed for admission on the basis of their submitted application material. However, IFM reserves the right to invite candidates for an interview and to reject those who decline to attend.
International students: we can organise an online interview.

BBA / Bachelor : IFM welcomes transfer students from other institutions. Students must request a credit transfer when they apply and submit their official transcripts and a description of the credited courses. > more info

MBA / Master : IFM does not accept credit transfers at the postgraduate level. 

What are the tuition fees? You can find detailed information about tuition fees here > see information

International Students: Tuition fees for international students are the same as for local students.

What are the living costs in Geneva ?

This varies according to housing costs and your personal expenses. Information can be found in the international student section.

Does IFM offer scholarships or financial aid?

IFM is a private institution and offers a limited number of partial scholarships. Students who need a scholarship or a loan to pay for their studies must make their request well before their planned entry to IFM. 

About Switzerland

• Switzerland ranks 3rd worldwide for university education - QS rankings  

• Switzerland has the best educational system in the world - World Economic Forum

• Switzerland ranks 1st worldwide  for developing, attracting and retaining talents - Global Talent Competitiveness Index

• Switzerland is 1st worldwide for innovation – WIPO

Geneva is an amazing place for your studies

• Geneva is a paradise for sports and is less than one hour from the best ski resorts

• Geneva offers 50,000 events per year.

• Geneva is located at the edge of Lake Geneva, the biggest lake in Europe.

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IFM has an attractive location in the heart of Geneva in Switzerland. IFM is located in the university area, a lively, cultural and friendly district, The campus is surrounded by a park, restaurants, cafés, art galleries, and museums. IFM is also 5mn away from the lake, the old town and and the the bank area. > IFM campus 

IFM welcomes students and professors from around the world (50 nationalities).
The majority are Swiss and European. > International student

Yes, IFM offers students a range of social activities, cultural events and get togethers, along the academic year: ski trips, cocktail parties, theatre or cultural visits. Ex: beach parties, hockey matches, dinners, Christmas parties, bowling evenings, summer parties, pizza dinners, fondues, contemporary art museum visits or Patek Philippe museum visits... > student life