MBA in Luxury Management

Master of Business Administration


• Accreditations : ACBSP, IACBE, EDUQUA

• Degree awarded : Master of Business Administration (with specialization in Luxury Management)
• Rankings : Ranked Top 5 in Switzerland, Top 30 in Europe, and Top 100 globally > more

• Credits :  52 CH / US (67 ECTS) 

• Duration : 1 academic year (9 Months)

• 12 courses : 9 core courses and 3 electives
• Workload : 6 courses / week

• Schedule : Mon - Fri, from 2pm

• Small classes : our classes average 20 students to promote exchange, class interaction, team work.

• Language : taught in English

• MBA students : 60% International & 40% local &, 70% speak at least 2 languages

• 2 intakes per year in March and October.

IFM’s MBA delivers a transformative education, providing global insights, strategic skills, leadership expertise, innovation, adaptability, and real-world business acumen for a competitive edge. You will follow a curriculum designed to create career opportunities.


CORE COURSES 
• Global Management & Leadership
• Managing Business Projects
• Data & AI for Business Growth
• Managerial Economics
• Finance for Decision Makers
• Advanced Marketing Dynamics
• Global Negotiation Strategies
• Accounting for Managers
• Sustainable Corporate Strategy

Choose 3 elective courses from the following to tailor your degree. 

ELECTIVES
• Luxury Business Management
• International Brand Strategy
• Luxury Watch Business
• International Marketing
• International Business
• Driving Strategy with AI
• Real Estate Markets


TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL


Our high-impact learning approach prepares you to become a versatile professional, ready to adapt to the challenges of a rapidly evolving business landscape and society. You will graduate fully prepared to embrace top career opportunities.

• Excellent employment record : our graduates secure key roles in top industries and leading global companies.

• Experiential learning : Our MBA blends case studies, group exercises, discussions, projects, simulations for real-world skills.

• Industry connections : Interact with industry leaders, visit top companies, and explore career opportunities.

• Career & workshops : Modern workshops, tailored advice, industry exposure and networking opportunities.

• Jobs & Internships : We provide access to a variety of useful information : job ads, internship ads, job portals and guidance.

• Excellent place to work : Geneva is home to world-renowned luxury brands, haute horlogerie, exclusive boutiques, and elite events, offering unparalleled business and career opportunities.


IFM offers 2 intakes per year in October and March . 

To apply for a program, ensure you meet the admission requirements and submit the required documents before the application deadlines.

Postgraduate requirements
• A completed application form
• A 300-400 word cover letter.
• Official Undergraduate diploma : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates (in English or French)
• A resume / curriculum vitae showing your profile.
• For non-native English speaker, provide proof of your English proficiency.
• A copy of your passport photograph (ID) page.
• One recent passport-sized, color photograph, jpeg format, of yourself.
• A non-refundable application fee of CHF/EUR 150.-

Language test requirements : IELTS (6.0), TOEFL (80 ibt), DET Duolingo (110) or equivalent.

You can find more information about the application deadlines, procedures, tuition fees, international students on web pages concerning admissions : see

Why choose the IFM MBA?

• Experience a curriculum designed for excellence, creating opportunities and delivering significant career impact.

• Earn an accredited, top-ranked MBA in a short time while enjoying a transformative educational journey.

• Maximize your investment through high-quality content, diverse electives, optimal duration, and program flexibility.

• Refine essential skills and confidently showcase your abilities to prospective employers.


• Achieve personal growth, unparalleled satisfaction, and a life-changing qualification to accelerate your career.

• Enjoy the flexibility of afternoon classes, balancing studies with personal life, internships, or part-time work.

• Receive a customized schedule tailored to your professional and academic needs, if required.

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

Hublot Manufacture 

IFM students will have the amazing opportunity to visit the watch manufacturer Hublot, renowned for its craftsmanship and innovation. During this visit, you will discover the different aspects of watchmaking, from design to manufacturing. You will also have the opportunity to admire Hublot watches, unique and luxurious pieces.
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President Wilson Visit 

WIFM students had the exclusive opportunity to go behind the scenes of the prestigious President Wilson Hotel. Known for owning the "european’s most expensive suite," or for featuring the Chef Danny Khezzar, a finalist of Top Chef, the hotel provided an immersive experience in the art of hotel management. IFM students had the privilege to learn how to create exceptional notoriety in a very competitive market.
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Porsche Visit

IFM students visited the Porsche Centre in Geneva. Porsche is an iconic brand of sports and high-end cars. The brand belongs to the VW group. Porsche has a turnover of more than 28.7 billion euros and 36,000 employees worldwide. 
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Partouche Group

IFM students immersed themselves in the world of Partouche casinos, a renowned French gaming and leisure group. With 41 casinos, 12 hotels, and 70 restaurants, Partouche offers top-notch entertainment and excitement. During this exclusive tour, our students explored behind the scenes, learning about market digitalization and exceptional customer service.
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Piaget visit

IFM students had the chance to visit the Piaget manufacture. It was a very rich experience where they were able to learn the secrets of luxury watchmaking and interact with passionate employees. Since 1874, Piaget has been creating luxury watches and jewelry. The brand belongs to the luxury group Richemont.
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