EPFL EMBA: HARNESSING INNOVATION

A high-impact EMBA program in innovation management at one of the world’s most vibrant tech institutions.

ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAM

We welcome all applications from motivated individuals who have an innovative mindset, a can-do attitude and meet the admission requirements listed below.

A MASTER or
BACHELOR
degree from an
accredited University

≥5-7 YEARS
professional experience

in addition to the degree
(5+ Master or 7+ Bachelor)

Fluency in ENGLISH
written and spoken

APPLICATION DEADLINES 2027-28

Our class is limited in size, so we highly recommend early applications to secure a place in the program.

31 Oct 2026

1ST
RECRUITMENT
WINDOW
DEADLINE
.

31 Dec 2026

2ND
RECRUITMENT
WINDOW
DEADLINE
.

31 Mar 2027

3RD
RECRUITMENT
WINDOW
DEADLINE
.

31 May 2027

4TH
RECRUITMENT
WINDOW
DEADLINE
(subject to availability)

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Applications

All applications should be done online via the link provided.

You will be required to provide:

  • a CV and motivation letter, 
  • your academic credentials (copy and transcript for each degree) and
  • your personal ID (a scan of your passport and one passport photo)

Selection Process

  1. Submission of online application
  2. Review of application, and candidate selection
  3. Interview with Admissions Committee
  4. Candidate evaluation and acceptance decision by Admissions Committee
  5. Communication of acceptance decision
  6. Enrolment: Payment of first tuition fee (due within 15 days) confirms your enrolment

TUITION FEES 2027-28

The cost of the program is CHF 49’000, split into the following instalments:

CHF 13’000

15 DAYS
UPON
ACCEPTANCE

CHF 13’000

1 JULY
(YEAR 1 OF PROGRAM)

CHF 23’000

1st MAY
(YEAR 2 OF PROGRAM)

CALENDAR for Program starting August 2027

Classes take place in-person at EPFL every 2-weeks on Friday & Saturdays (full days). In addition, the program begins with a 5-day intensive introduction week, and ends with a 9 day international study trip (incl. travel days). The program consists of 68 days in total (includes 37 weekdays).

Download full the calendar here or click on image below.