The Nestlé MBA Scholarship in Switzerland is an opportunity for outstanding candidates seeking to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Lausanne, Switzerland.
The Nestlé MBA Scholarship at IMD Business School provides a CHF 40,000 grant to support tuition expenses for selected students studying at the Institut pour l’Étude des Méthodes de Direction de l’Entreprise (IMEDE) in Switzerland.
The scholarship was established to support future women leaders and help talented professionals gain world-class business education in Europe.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: CHF 40,000 Grant
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: Not Specified
Scholarship Details
The IMD MBA Nestlé Scholarship for Women was introduced in 1997 and has continued to support emerging female leaders from around the world. The program aims to empower candidates with strong leadership potential by helping them access quality MBA education at IMD Business School.
The IMEDE (Institut pour l’Étude des Méthodes de Direction de l’Entreprise) was founded in Lausanne by Nestlé in collaboration with Harvard Business School. The MBA program combines academic excellence with practical learning experiences to prepare students for modern business and leadership challenges.
As a participant in the MBA program in Switzerland, students will benefit from hands-on learning, global networking opportunities, leadership development, and exposure to real-world business solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the MBA Scholarship at IMD Business School, applicants must:
- Demonstrate excellent academic and/or professional achievements, including GPA or equivalent qualifications and GMAT/GRE scores
- Show ambition and leadership potential through education and career goals
- Possess strong career progression and international exposure
- Demonstrate the ability to contribute positively to the MBA class learning experience
- Perform well during the Assessment Day process
- Submit an essay answering the following question:
- “Building a diverse and inclusive workplace requires the participation and accountability of each member of the organization. What would you recommend as ways for Nestlé to better foster allyship amongst employees?” (750 words)
- Priority consideration will be given to women from developing countries
- Employees of Nestlé or its subsidiaries are not eligible for the scholarship
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the Nestlé MBA Scholarship in Switzerland will receive:
- A CHF 40,000 scholarship grant toward tuition fees
- Access to a world-class MBA education at IMD Business School
- Leadership development and practical business training
- International networking and career growth opportunities
How to Apply
To apply for the Nestlé MBA Scholarship in Switzerland:
- Visit the official program webpage
- Complete the scholarship application within the Program section of the MBA application form
- Review the tuition fees, payment schedule, and estimated living expenses before applying
- Applicants may apply for multiple scholarships, but scholarships are non-cumulative
- Scholarships are reserved for candidates who are not sponsored by their employers
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