SSBM Geneva continues to strengthen its position in modern executive education with the introduction of its MBA Programme in Project Management, delivered in collaboration with the International Project Management Association (IPMA). Designed for ambitious professionals aiming to step into strategic leadership roles, this 12-month online programme equips participants with the advanced knowledge and practical competencies needed to lead complex projects, programmes, and portfolios in today’s dynamic global environment.
SSBM Geneva’s collaboration with IPMA reflects a shared commitment to advancing global standards in project leadership and professional education. Through this partnership, the programme integrates IPMA’s internationally recognized competence framework and certification pathways, ensuring that students benefit from both academic excellence and globally validated professional standards.
The International Project Management Association (IPMA) is a globally recognized federation of project management organizations representing professionals in more than 160 countries. Known for its academic competence-based standards, IPMA focuses on developing leadership, technical expertise, and strategic perspective through its internationally respected certification system (Levels A–D).
Its framework, the Individual Competence Baseline (ICB), is widely used as a benchmark for excellence in project, programme, and portfolio management, helping organizations and professionals align their practices with global best practices. Through research, education partnerships, and professional validation, IPMA plays a central role in advancing the discipline and shaping the future of project leadership worldwide.
SSBM Geneva’s collaboration with IPMA creates strong added value for students and professionals by enabling global engagement and access to internationally recognized resources. Key benefits include:
Through this partnership, SSBM students enrolled in the programme also gain access to the MY IPMA platform, as well as the IPMA Library with more than 350 project management books, significantly enriching their academic and professional development journey.
The MBA Programme in Project Management is a 60 ECTS postgraduate degree designed to prepare professionals for senior leadership roles in project-driven and transformation-oriented organizations. Delivered fully online over 12 months, the programme combines advanced business management education with in-depth project management expertise.
Grounded in the IPMA Individual Competence Baseline (ICB4), the programme develops competencies across three key dimensions: Perspective (strategy, governance, and sustainability), People (leadership, culture, and stakeholder engagement), and Practice (methods, tools, and performance management). This integrated approach ensures that graduates are not only proficient in methodologies but also capable of aligning projects with corporate strategy, innovation, and long-term value creation.
The MBA Programme in Project Management is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to lead transformation, manage complexity, and deliver strategic outcomes. Graduates are equipped to take on senior roles such as project managers, programme leaders, portfolio managers, and transformation consultants across global industries.
By combining academic excellence with IPMA’s internationally recognized competence framework, the programme ensures that graduates are prepared to lead with confidence, credibility, and global relevance in an increasingly project-driven economy.