About IMD
Founded by business executives for business executives, the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) is an independent academic institute with campuses in Lausanne and Singapore as well as a Management Development Hub in Shenzhen.
We strive to be the trusted learning partner of choice for ambitious individuals and organizations worldwide. Our executive education and degree programs are consistently ranked among the world’s best by the Financial Times, Bloomberg, Forbes, and others.
Our leading position in the field is grounded in our unique approach to creating real learning, real impact. Through our research, programs, and advisory work we enable business leaders to find new and better solutions.
Our purpose is Challenging what is and inspiring what could be, we develop leaders and organizations that contribute to a more prosperous, sustainable and inclusive world.
To reinforce our team, we are looking for an
Executive MBA Program Coordination Intern (100%) / August 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025
The Job's Mission
IMD (Institute for Management Development) is a self-owned foundation dedicated to the development of international business executives at each stage in their careers based on the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne, Switzerland. Our unique environment enables us to maintain our position as a world leader in Executive Development.
Our Executive MBA program is ranked among the best in the world. It helps participants learn how to become more reflective global leaders, to lead with personal responsibility and integrity, while having a positive impact on their business and society. It provides a life-changing career journey with incredible networking opportunities for those with the ambition to make a real difference in a complex and rapidly changing world.
We are looking for a dynamic intern to support the Executive MBA program delivery department. Our EMBA program is delivered virtually and face-to-face.
Key activities & accountabilities
Supporting the EMBA Program Manager and EMBA Program Coordinators in the following areas:
- Delivery of the EMBA programs with high-level service and world-class standards
- Coordination of the program deliverables and gather teaching material from Faculty members and liaise with other internal departments (marketing, communication, F&B, etc.)
- Learning management system to support participants’ learning experience
- Answer requests from the participants during the virtual and face-to-face sessions
- Carry out general administrative tasks (supplier contracting, NDA, purchase orders, invoicing, and other duties)
- Support the delivery of virtual sessions and webinars
Formula for success
Ideal Profile
Education
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, event management, or marketing
- Other business management certification with strong experience in a multicultural customer relations role also possible
Experience
- Experience of other cultures or working in an international environment
- Demonstrate organization and administration skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a University for the duration of the contract
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in an independent manner
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and great team player
- Stress management, customer-centric mindset
- Time management, organization, and coordination skills
- Diplomatic, discreet, proactive, and versatile
- Excellent English and good French; other languages are an advantage
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Computer literate (MS Office)
How to apply
If you have the above skills and would like to work in our stimulating environment, please send your complete application file (letter of motivation and resume in English, copies of your work certificates and diplomas).
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability (such as dyslexia, sight and/or hearing disabilities, etc) and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please specify it in your application.
A valid Swiss work permit or Swiss or EU-25EFTA citizenship is required for this position.
