The IMD Business School is now accepting applications for the 2025 BackPack Excellence Scholarship, a prestigious and fully funded opportunity for women from all nationalities to pursue a Master’s degree in Switzerland.
The scholarship covers tuition fees and living allowances, offering transformational support for women who have faced significant professional disruptions or hardships.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: IMD Business School
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: July 15, 2025
Scholarship Details
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The BackPack Excellence Scholarship is a life-changing opportunity offered through the IMD MBA program, designed to empower women who have faced significant personal or professional challenges. It provides recipients with a transformative educational experience in Switzerland, helping them develop strong leadership skills, global business insight, and personal growth.
Through the program, scholars benefit from more than just academic instruction. The scholarship includes access to a powerful network of mentors, alumni, and professionals who offer guidance, support, and opportunities for collaboration. This mentorship ecosystem helps recipients navigate their careers with confidence and strategic insight.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the IMD Business School Scholarship 2025, applicants must:
- Be women who have experienced significant hardship and disruptions in their professional journeys. This includes situations such as:
- Forced displacement due to conflict, natural disaster, or persecution.
- Family obligations that have impacted career progression.
- Financial constraints limiting access to education.
- Meet the standard IMD MBA admission requirements, which include:
- A strong academic background
- Professional experience
- Demonstrated leadership potential
Scholarship Benefits
- Full or Partial Tuition Coverage:
The scholarship can cover the full tuition fees of the IMD MBA program. In some cases, partial scholarships may be awarded. - Living Expenses:
In addition to tuition, the scholarship may also cover living expenses during the MBA program, relieving financial stress for recipients.
How to Apply
To apply for the IMD Business School BackPack Excellence Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should:
- Visit the program’s webpage
- Apply for the IMD MBA program through their online application portal
- Submit academic records, professional experiences, test scores, and other required documents
- Alongside the MBA application, submit a separate application for the BackPack Excellence Scholarship
- Write a scholarship essay that highlights your experiences, challenges, and aspirations
The deadline for the application is July 15, 2025.
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