The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) is one of the world’s leading business schools. To prepare leaders for the demands of an AI-driven future, Swiss-based IMD seamlessly blends human expertise with artificial intelligence, powered by Microsoft technology.
AI Meets Executive Education Excellence
Using Microsoft Azure OpenAI Services, Copilot Studio, and Microsoft 365 Copilot, IMD is developing learning formats and tools such as chatbots, digital learning companions and interactive games. These innovations enable personalized learning journeys and provide direct access to relevant knowledge—even beyond the completion of a program. These innovations enable personalized learning journeys and provide direct access to relevant knowledge—even beyond the completion of a program.
Fast Implementation, Trusted Architecture
All faculty and staff use Microsoft 365 Copilot, resulting in significant productivity gains across teaching, IT, and administration. Administrative tasks are automated, course materials are created more efficiently, and learning experiences become more agile. New AI solutions can be deployed in just a few hours. Azure AI Content Safety further ensures the responsible use of generative AI, aligning all content with ethical and security standards.
For Sustainable, Scalable Learning
With a cloud-based infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, IMD lays a flexible, secure, and scalable foundation for the future of learning. AI-powered analytics help IMD continuously improve its learning programs in real time. Faculty, for instance, analyze anonymized course questions to identify emerging learning needs—such as critical skills in problem-solving, pattern recognition, or persuasive communication. These insights directly inform the evolution of IMD’s programs and support leaders in navigating strategic challenges such as digital transformation, sustainability, or cross-cultural leadership.
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