Scholarship

IMD BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women – Fully Funded

IMD BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women 2025 – Applications are now open for the IMD BackPack Excellence scholarship program for women. Check the article below for how to apply and the requirements.

The BackPack-Excellence Scholarship for Women, was established to create a fairer playing field for talented and driven women who have faced obstacles that made an MBA feel out of reach, ranging from financial constraints, family responsibilities, or past disruptions in their professional paths.

By supporting women with leadership potential but limited ability to realize opportunities, this scholarship provides the skills, network, and confidence to lead with impact in business, public life, and beyond. This scholarship is about empowering women to step forward as leaders, opening doors to new possibilities, and creating a ripple effect for others.

About The Institute for Management Development (IMD)

The Institute for Management Development (IMD) is an independent academic institution with Swiss roots and global reach, founded 75 years ago by business leaders for business leaders. Since its creation, IMD has been a pioneering force in developing leaders who transform organizations and contribute to society.

Benefits of IMD MBA Programme

Full scholarship and living expenses

How to Apply

Interested persons should CLICK HERE to apply

Please complete the scholarship application in the Program section of your MBA application form.
Submit a 500-word essay: “What pressing challenge, whether in your community or more broadly, are you most passionate about addressing? How do you think a BackPack-supported MBA at IMD will enable you to contribute to addressing that challenge?
Share, dare and care are the fundamental values guiding every step of the BackPack Foundation. In a 90-120 second video, please describe a moment when you embodied one or more of these values. (In case of difficulty submitting a video please contact admissions.mba@imd.org)
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a BackPack assessment.

For more details, visit the official website @ https://www.imd.org/degree/mba/scholarships