2017 Ranking of Development Programs

2017 Ranking of
MBA Development Programs

Contents
Contact us: zana@mba-exchange.com | Tel. +41 22 343 47 47
Editors’ Note ................................................................................... 3
What are Development Programs? ............................................... 4
Our unique data ............................................................................ 5
How we ranked Development Programs? ..................................... 6
Rankings ....................................................................................... 7
Top Development Programs by Industry ............................................... 13
Top Development Programs by Business Area ..................................... 21
Top Development Programs by School Location ................................ 28
Recommendation to students ........................................................ 33
Calling all companies with Development Programs ....................... 34
About MBA-Exchange.com ........................................................... 35

Editors’ Note
Welcome to our 2017 Ranking of MBA Development Programs.
We are happy to share with you our 3rd annual ranking of the most
popular programs among MBAs from around the world.
In addition to the analysis by industry and functional area, we shed light
this year on the popularity of programs as perceived by students in
different regions of the world.
Take a look, let us know what you think, share with your colleagues and
students, and do reach out in case we can help.
Zana Zidansek
Bilal Ojjeh

What are Development Programs?
Structured, intense, and often rotational, MBA Development
Programs are fast-track programs within companies to develop
and groom high-potential MBAs for future leadership roles.
They vary a lot from one program to the next as each company
tailors its programs to its specific needs: Structure, duration,
experiential experiences, function focus, rotations, mentorship
and coaching, on-the-job and formal training, etc.
However, what all of them have in common is the objective to
shape and grow the future top leaders of these organizations,
and therefore, the rigorous selection criteria to attract and recruit
the right candidates.

Our Unique Data
We track every Development Program, worldwide. We add new
programs, archive old ones, and update current ones through monthly
manual checks, regular connections with companies, as well as on-going
automatic processes to alert us of any intermediary changes.
We have two directories of development programs:
• 542* programs for MBAs under MBA-Exchange.com
• 547* programs for Masters students under Careernomics.com
With 205 programs that appear in both directories as they target Masters
as well as MBAs.
This report looks exclusively at the programs on MBA-Exchange.com
and is based on the 232’384** program views from our 107 client
business schools that are subscribed to this service.
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* Another 500+ programs are monitored but archived as no longer active and relevant
for our candidates.
** April 16, 2016 to April 15, 2017

How we ranked our Development Programs?
This report ranks 537* development programs based on the
214’059 views* between April 16, 2016 and April 15, 2017.
It is divided in several main sections with corresponding sub-
rankings. Namely we have analyzed it as follows:
• Global rankings
• Top Development Programs by Industry
• Top Development Programs by Business Area
• Top Development Programs by School Location
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* These are the programs that are today still taking place and/or open for applications.
The programs that have been canceled are not taken into consideration.

2017 Ranking of TOP
MBA Development Programs

Most Popular Industries
Worldwide
#1 Healthcare
#2 Information Technology
#3 Finance
#4 Consumer Products
#5 Industrial Products & Services
#6 Energy & Utility
#7 Retail & Wholesale Trade
#8 Consulting
#9 Conglomerate - Holding
#10 Professional Services
Source: 214’059 program views by MBA students from 107 subscribed business schools between Apr 16,
2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Popular Employers in Healthcare:
Popular Employers in Information Technology:

Most Popular Employers
Worldwide (1/2)
Siemens’ technical expertise, comprehensive portfolio
and long-standing experience are helping to pioneer a
sustainable future across the globe. As a global
powerhouse positioned along the electrification value
chain as well as in the areas of medical imaging and
laboratory diagnostics.
Caring for the world, one person at a time... inspires
and unites the people of J&J. We embrace research and
science - bringing innovative ideas, products and services
to advance the health and well-being of people.
Employees of the J&J Family of Companies work with
partners in health care to touch the lives of over a billion
people every day, throughout the world.
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#1 Amazon
#2 Johnson & Johnson
#3 AB InBev
#4 IBM
#5 GlaxoSmithKline
#6 Siemens
#7 Emerson
#8 L’Oréal
#9 Medtronic
#10 BP
2016 and Apr 15, 2017

Most Popular Employers
Worldwide (2/2)
We wanted to dig further into what changed from 2016
to 2017.
• Amazon is still Nr 1, closely followed by Johnson &
Johnson
• ABInBev makes a substantial leap forward from last
year, advancing up for eleven places
• Two more remarkable improvements take place:
GSK and L’Oréal gain substantial ground from last
year
• IBM switches position from Nr 5 to Nr 4. Small
improvement noticeable as well for Emerson, moving
from Nr 9 to Nr 7
• Medtronic moves up for a few spots to Nr 9
• BP holds the rank steady at Nr 10
• While some of the larger companies like Mars (down
10 spots), Chevron (down 10 spots) and J.P.Morgan
(down 7 spots) lose ground
• While other companies like Mars, Chevron, and J.P.
Morgan loose ground
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Amazon
Emerson
Medtronic
General Electric

Top Development Programs
Worldwide
#1 Global MBA Program
#2 Retail Leadership Development Program
#3 Esprit Commercial Program
#4 Future Leaders Programme
#5 General Manager Leadership Development Program
#6 Leadership Development Rotation Program
#7 Pathways Operations Manager
#8 Management Development Program
#9 Extreme Blue Internship Program
#10 Graduate Leadership Development Program
2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Through Amazon’s Retail Leadership Development
Program (RLD), you will rotate through start-up and
established business lines, be responsible for delivering
innovative solutions to large scale problems that no
company has had the opportunity to solve before, and
assume responsibility to make decisions that will impact
long-term free cash flow.
GSK’s Esprit Programme is our flagship post-MBA
global accelerated development programme, aimed at
developing the future leaders of our global business. Over
three to four years, Esprit Associates take on a series of
stretching management roles, in their home and
international markets and access to senior business
leaders.
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Top Development Programs - Internships
Worldwide
#2 Global MBA Summer Internship
#3 Associate Internship Programs
#4 Global Markets Associate Internship Program
#5 IRDP Internship
#6 Strategy MBA Intern
#7 Pathways Operations Manager Intern
#8 MBA Internships
#9 USA MBA Intern 2016
#10 Procurement LDP Internship
2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Our Associate Internship Program is aimed at MBA
students who already have significant work experience
and a passion to learn more. You'll join our team for 8-10
weeks during the break before your final year of study.
Throughout the program, you'll develop a broad base of
knowledge and a detailed understanding of your chosen
business area.
The Global MBA Summer Internship is the pipeline for
our full-time Global MBA Program. The internship is 10-12
weeks long, starting with a global induction in our New
York office. Based on your interests and strengths, you
will be assigned a strategic project within a function. The
project outcome will be presented to senior leaders at the
end of the internship.
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2017 TOP Development Programs
by INDUSTRY

Top Programs in Consumer
#2 Management Development Program
#4 MBA Leadership Program
#5 Global MBA Summer Internship
#6 Leadership Development Program
#7 MBA Internships
#8 RBI MBA Leadership Program
#9 Global Services Leadership Development Program
#10 Future Leaders Program
2016 and Apr 15, 2017
You'll find alumni of our GLDP leading businesses in
many sectors, as VPs, COOs or CEOs. The accelerated
program offers three 12-month placements in two different
areas of our organization. You'll manage projects on a
national and global level, lead teams, make decisions with
real consequences and much more. The challenges will
come thick and fast and it will stretch you like never
before.
Dell is a collective of customer-obsessed, industry-
leading visionaries. The GSLDP is a rotational program
consisting of four, 6 month assignments. This Program is
designed to strengthen your technical, business and
leadership skills by working with experienced leaders
within Global Services, advanced leadership training
through EMCU and on the job experience.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Energy
#2 Siemens Graduate Program
#3 Finance Excellence Program
#4 MBA Graduate Program
#5 Accelerated MBA Program
#6 MBA Commercial Development Program
#7 Siemens CEO Program
#8 Associate MBA Leadership Development Program
#9 Global Leadership Development Program for MBA’s
#10 Finance MBA Development Program
As a world leader in the oil and gas industry, BP
operates at every stage of the energy lifecycle. Our Future
Leaders Programme (FLP) is a 4 year global rotation
programme which takes enthusiastic, talented people
from a range of professional backgrounds and gives them
the skills and opportunities to drive our Downstream
business forward.
As an MBA graduate you could take an accelerated
career path that puts you in line for a role as one of Shell's
future leaders. Your ability to inspire and motivate, look at
problems differently and provide imaginative solutions is
more important than your background and experiences.
You’ll have the opportunity to take on and solve some of
the world's greatest challenges.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Financial Services
#2 Associate Program Private Banking
#4 Associate Program Investment Banking
#5 Vanguard MBA Development Program
#6 International Talent Programme
#7 Management Associates Program
#8 Management Associates Program
#9 Graduate Leadership Program
#10 One Bank Leadership Program
Vanguard’s MBA opportunities afford graduates
exceptional opportunities to build acumen in the financial
services and the investment management industry. The
ability to work with senior staff and contribute to
Vanguard’s strategic initiatives is a top draw. Vanguard is
committed to hiring the best MBA graduates and creating
winning outcomes through elite experiences!
Our Associate Internship Program is aimed at MBA
students who already have significant work experience
and a passion to learn more. Join us for the opportunity to
work on live deals and deliver projects of exceptional
value. Throughout the program, you'll develop a broad
base of knowledge and a detailed understanding of your
chosen business area.
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"While the FEP rotations offered a steep and rewarding learning curve, I also benefitted significantly from my interactions with
senior finance leaders, who took a genuine interest in supporting my career aspirations“
Ritesh Khandelwal (FEP Alum), CFO India – Mobility
"I was given plenty of valuable feedback on my development in talks with top management as well as a made-to-measure
assignment in structured and project financing."
Ingy Badie (FEP Alumna), Project Manager – M&A
"I have benefitted both from the global reach of Siemens and the unique opportunities the program provides. After completing
assignments in Europe and Latin America, I have now taken a management role in the USA"
Vytas Rico (FEP Alum), Senior Director Finance – Healthineers USA
• 24 months
• 3 assignments

International Development Program (IDP) will enable
you to develop and broaden rapidly your business
competencies as well as provide a diverse set of
experiences. The goal will be to form a solid foundation to
evolve into leadership roles in the future. During a 30-
month rotational scheme you will undergo hands-on,
practical experience in a variety of marketing and sales
initiatives.
IRDP is an accelerated program that provides a
personal development plan for each participant that
includes hands-on assignments at the local, regional,
and/or international level. IRDP assignments are
designed to familiarize the participant with policies,
processes, and products relevant to bringing vital
healthcare solutions to the region and locality in which the
participant will be working.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Healthcare
#1 Esprit Commercial Programme
#5 Procurement Leadership Development Program
#6 Finance Leadership Development Program
#7 International Development Program
#8 Esprit Finance Programme
#9 General Management Graduate Leadership Program
#10 International Recruitment Development Program

Our Leadership Development Program focuses on
hiring high potential talent interested in developing their
careers in various areas across BASF. We look to our
LDP talent as the future leaders of the organization, and
we invest the resources, training and challenging
experiences to ensure they have a long and successful
career with us.
We interview more than 400 MBA candidates and
recent MBA degree recipients every year in the United
States with the goal of finding high-potential people who
have the experience, skills and enthusiasm to work in our
results-oriented company. In fact, David N. Farr,
Emerson’s chairman, CEO and president, began his
Emerson career as a participant in our MBA Leadership
Program.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
#3 USA MBA Leadership Program
#4 Europe MBA Leadership Program
#5 General Manager Development Program
#6 MBA Leadership Development Program
#7 Siemens CEO Program
#8 Management Leadership Development Program US
#9 Internships for MBA students in Europe
#10 Management Leadership Development Program APAC
Top Programs in Industrial Products and Services

Intel's Accelerated Leadership Program (ALP) is a
unique post-MBA leadership development initiative
designed to attract top MBA graduates. With the
mentorship of influential senior leaders, ALP associates
navigate through a series of challenging, vastly diverse,
and high-visibility rotations that span the entire company.
The ALP provides professional freedom and career
support.
The IBM General Management Leadership
Development Program (GMLDP) is a premier leadership
development program for top MBA graduates from leading
global universities hired into IBM on an accelerated path
to General Management leadership. Networking
experiences, and mentoring and coaching opportunities
with senior executives will help to build your skills and to
make an impact at IBM.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Information Technology
#3 Pathways Operations Manager
#8 MBA Customer Service Management
#9 International Operations & Sales Leadership Program
#10 Accelerated Leadership Program

by BUSINESS AREA

2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Commercial
#2 International Development Program
#3 International Operations & Sales Leadership Program
#4 Strategy & Marketing Development
#5 Marketing Leadership Development Program
#7 Intercontinental Leadership Development Program
#8 Commercial Leadership Development Program
#9 MBA Marketing Leadership Program
#10 Commercial Leadership Rotational Program
Commercial Leadership Development Program (CLDP)
is committed to building future business leaders with
commercial competencies and leadership skills that allow
them to successfully drive superior business results in a
complex global healthcare environment. The CLDP
provides associates with cross-functional hands-on
marketing and management experience, both strategic
and tactical through rotations.
Internal consultants in the SMD program are involved in
projects dealing with the highest level of business
operations across our five business groups, 25+ global
divisions and corporate functions. In SMD, you lead
projects of critical importance and gain knowledge and
understanding of the entire company while finding the
path to your individual career.
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”Contact us: zana@mba-exchange.com | Tel. +41 22 343 47 47

2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Finance
#3 MBA Finance Leadership Development Program
#4 Associate Program Private Banking
The One Bank Leadership Programme offers the
unique opportunity to gain deep insights into the wide
range of tasks covered by our different divisions. You will
receive intensive personalized coaching and training to
foster the development of your leadership skills. Attending
exclusive events will enable you to build and expand your
professional network. A senior manager will act as your
mentor, providing personal guidance and support.
The Finance Excellence Program (FEP) is the
exclusive leadership program for the most talented and
ambitious finance experts. 24 intensive and challenging
months lie ahead of you. Based in one of the Siemens
divisions, in Corporate Finance reer horizon with
demanding assignments in a variety of finance-related
functions. Exclusive training modules additionally serve to
enhance your personal and professional development.
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#5 Esprit Finance Programme
#7 Associate Program Investment Banking
#8 Graduate Leadership Program
#9 One Bank Leadership Program
#10 Finance Rotation Program

The Perspectives Global Talent Development Program
is the flagship rotational development program at Roche,
designed to provide a 'rapid fire' induction experience to
one of the two divisions of Roche: Pharmaceuticals or
Diagnostics. In Perspectives, you are in control of your
development. You choose the rotation functions and
locations. And start dates are flexible based on your
timing.
Chevron's Human Resources Development Program
(HRDP) prepares you for a dynamic career with Chevron -
a global organization focused on growth and innovation.
You'll put your education to work in a stimulating and
collaborative environment where you'll gain invaluable
experience to help launch your career. It consists of four
six-month rotational assignments within various corporate
and operating company units.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs in Human Resources
#1 Human Resources Leadership Development Program
#3 GLDP MBA Intern
#4 Human Resources Development Program
#6 HR Perspectives Program
#7 Human Resources Leadership Program
#8 Global Human Resources Summer Associate Program
#9 IBM HR Leadership Development Program
#10 HRLDP Internship

24 months
Caring for the world, one person at a time, has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for more than 125 years. HR
Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is an opportunity to lead this global workforce into a very exciting future. It’s the
chance to do more, achieve more, be more. It’s the foundation, the catalyst, and the heart of great leadership.
Are YOU ready to make a real difference?
Our HRLDPs come from a variety of backgrounds; some have previous HR experience, others have been teachers, supply chain
experts, or entrepreneurs. We’re seeking a mindset over a set of experience; outstanding HRLDPs combine a strong business
mindset with a passion for people.

2016 and Apr 15, 2017
#1 Pathways Operations Manager MBA
#4 Procurement Leadership Development Program Intern
#5 Supply Chain Leadership Development Program
#6 AWS CloudPath Leadership Development Program
#7 MBA Intern – Operations Leadership Program
#8 MBA Leadership Program – Commodity Manager
#9 Procurement/Supply Chain MBA Development Program
#10 European Procurement Leadership Programme
The American Airlines MBA program was created as a
pipeline for future leaders of our company and a
significant number of our current officers joined American
through this program. The Commodity Manager position is
an interesting, challenging and strategic position focusing
on continuous improvement within a dynamic, profitable,
industry leading company.
Talented individuals are crystalized into great leaders
through crucible experiences - extreme leadership
challenges that result in life changing lessons and drive
people to accomplish great things. The Amazon Pathways
Leadership Development program is looking for high
potential graduates who are ready for challenges worthy
of building Amazon's next General Managers, Directors
and VPs.
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Top Programs in Operations

2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Rotational Programs
#2 Future Leaders Program
As an MBA at Danaher, you'll not only be offered
meaningful responsibility as soon as you start. You'll also
have the opportunity to participate in our General
Manager Development Program, which propels you to a
leadership role through a guided framework that includes
support and coaching from high-level executives. Your
path will be tailored to your unique skills and interests.
LDRP allowed me to have great visibility to the
company by requiring participants to rotate to two different
business units and two different geographies. But LDRP
not only raised my visibility of the company; it also raised
the visibility of me and my work within the company. The
program is designed so that participants are assigned to
challenging and business critical roles.
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#8 Leadership Development Program
#10 General Manager Development Program

by SCHOOL LOCATION

2016 and Apr 15, 2017
#6 Strategy and Business Development Program
#10 Management Leadership Development Program APAC
Top Programs by Asian Schools
The Strategy and Business Development (SBD)
program within Cargill is one of the most exciting post-
graduate leadership development opportunities available.
You will gain solid experience in strategy as well as
corporate development – from evaluating market entry
opportunities to negotiating and structuring deals. You will
sit at the table and help the top leaders of one of the
largest privately held companies in the world solve their
toughest strategic questions.
We're about more than just credentials. We want
people who believe in our culture, our values and our ten
principles. Many of our most senior leaders started right
where you are. As owners, you create your own career
path. It could be across functions or in different countries.
Opportunities for further growth and movement are only
limited by your ambition and ability to deliver results.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
Top Programs by Australian Schools
#2 Associate Internship Program
#9 MBA Internships
#10 International Recruitment & Development Program Intern
Being an intern means more than getting involved in the
day-to-day running of the company. As an intern, you'll
get exposure to real projects and challenges in a vibrant
environment and gain real world experience. And you'll
work with the brightest and best in the industry and
participate as a member of the workforce of the world's
most recognized brand.
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The program is designed so that participants are
assigned to challenging and business critical roles. This
exposure led to mentorships, sponsorships to attend
external leadership development programs, and
promising career opportunities within the company.

2016 and Apr 15, 2017
#4 Pathways Operations Manager MBA
#6 Amazon MBA Leadership Development Program
#9 MBA Leadership Program
Top Programs by European Schools
Our global programme will make the most of your
potential, talent and experience. All whilst giving you the
skills and opportunity to lead BP into the future and
develop your own long-term career. We'll ask you to share
your ambitions, strengths and ideas, so together, we can
tailor the best development programme to suit and stretch
you.
Upon graduation from Esprit Commercial Programme,
Associates off-board directly into a senior management
role in their home country, equipped with the skills,
experience and exposure they need to help us meet some
of the world’s biggest healthcare challenges.
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2016 and Apr 15, 2017
#2 2017 Management Development Program
#5 MBA Finance Leadership Development Program
#8 Amazon MBA Leadership Development Program
#9 General Management Graduate Leadership Dev. Program
#10 Strategy MBA Intern
The Management Development Program (MDP) is a
special rotational program for high potential graduates. It
is designed to give participants a best-in-class hands-on
training and is your passport to a successful career with
us. The program consists of three 12-18 months rotations
with different locations and/or functions in which you will
manage key projects through leadership, ownership and
accountability.
Extreme Blue at IBM isn't your average internship. It's a
race against time - with the 12 week timeline compelling
you to prove your creativity, passion and knowledge to
deliver some of the most innovative solutions to real
business challenges. Your task? Work in a team to
develop an idea to address a real-world challenge
confronting part of IBM's business and then turn that idea
into a real product.
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Top Programs by North American Schools

Recommendation to students
Remember that MBA Development Programs
aim to make outstanding leaders
out of the people who are leaders already.
We therefore advise you to:
• Provide solid evidence of leadership qualities
• Avoid a technical CV
• Showcase initiative, leadership, drive, people skills,
resourcefulness, humility, emotional intelligence, etc.
• Research the programs and identify the right ones for you
• Demonstrate a perfect fit with your target program (hard
skills, soft skills, as well as personality)

Calling All Companies with Development Programs
If your company runs a Development Program, we probably already
cover it. Still, we invite you to reach out and help us validate and
complete the information we have.
Make sure we have the right info about your program(s)!
Zana Zidansek, Project Manager,
Zana@MBA-Exchange.com

MBA-Exchange.com and Careernomics.com help MBAs and
Masters students from their 100+ client business schools gain
insights into the recruiting market and access career opportunities
across industries and geographies
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