Admissions
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
The Business Acceleration Program (BAP) admissions process is designed to determine whether the program is the right fit for you and your professional goals. We urge you to contact us before applying in order to set up a meeting with an Admissions Director, who will review your résumé and provide in-depth information about learning experience.
Due to the program’s limited class size, we encourage early application.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS – 3 SHORT STEPS TOWARD YOUR FUTURE
1
Request Interview
PERSONAL INTERVIEW
Talk with an admissions director to ensure the BAP program aligns to your learning and professional goals.
2
Apply now
APPLICATION
After your interview you can complete your application for a place in the program.
3
ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE
We review every application and send you the committee's decision within one month.
ADMISSIONS KEY DATES
| Key Dates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Round 5 | January 27, 2023 | Overdue |
| Round 6 | February 27, 2023 | Overdue |
| Round 7 | March 27, 2023 | Apply Now |
FEES AND EXPENSES
| PAYMENT SCHEDULE | |
|---|---|
| Tuition Deposit | 10% of the program fee (non-refundable) to be paid within 2 weeks of acceptance to confirm attendance and book your place |
| Payment | Full payment is due no later than 45 days before the program starts |
Cancellation policy
The 10% deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel your enrollment due to circumstances beyond your control, you have up to 1.5 years to complete the program. In this case, the program price will remain the same. If you do not join the program, you will lose the amount already paid.
The total fee for the program in Munich starting in April 2023 is €23,350
(IESE Alumni members and early-bird candidates who apply at least 1 year before the program start date will receive 10% off the program price.
This fee* includes:
- Tuition
- All course materials
- Most meals during residential modules
*Does not include accommodation, travel, and tax on food and beverage.
SCHOLARSHIPS
IESE Business School offers a range of scholarships for the Business Acceleration Program to functional managers and entrepreneurs who have financial restrictions but have demonstrated the potential to make a positive impact on the global business community.
IESE is particularly eager to contribute to the development of:
- Business leaders in growth markets with the skills and expertise to grow their companies
- Women who lead and inspire
- Senior executives of global organizations looking to meet their real potential in leadership positions
- Public sector leaders who contribute to shaping society
Scholarship applicants may be awarded one of the following four categories of scholarships:
Women in Leadership Scholarship
Each academic year, the BAP program offers a Women in Leadership Scholarship to support women with outstanding accomplishments. The scholarship covers up to 20% of the tuition fee.
Entrepreneurship Scholarship
Each academic year, the BAP program offers an Entrepreneurship Scholarship to support entrepreneurs and innovators who can create economic and social value. The scholarship covers up to 15% of the tuition fee.
Development Scholarship
Each academic year, the BAP program offers a Development Scholarship to support candidates from non-profit organizations (NGOs) and IESE associated schools in the effort to have a positive impact in the world. The scholarship covers up to 40% of the tuition fee.
Covid-19 Scholarship
In upcoming BAP editions, we offer Covid-19 Scholarships up to 15%, the purpose of which is to support candidates with financial restrictions caused by Covid-19.
Key rules
- Candidates who are fully or partially sponsored by their companies will not be eligible for scholarships
- Scholarship applications can only be submitted for a specific program. This means that, once awarded, a scholarship can only be used for the chosen program
- Although admission to the program is deferrable, scholarships are not
- Scholarship applicants must have already been admitted to the Business Acceleration Program.
Scholarship Committee
Decisions will be based on the applicant’s:
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- Academic merit
- Significant career development
- Personal challenges overcome
- Impact on his/her company and society
- Admissions interview evaluation
If you are interested in applying for a scholarship for the Business Acceleration Program, please fill out this form.
FINANCIAL AID
IESE Business School offers a range of scholarships for the Business Acceleration Program to functional managers and entrepreneurs who have financial restrictions but have demonstrated the potential to make a positive impact on the global business community.
Global Loans
All participants who are admitted to our program can apply for the Global Loan, offered by Sabadell bank. For more information, click here.
Tax Benefits for Education
Please contact the corresponding authorities in your home country to confirm if any tax benefits apply.