At a Glance
Two degrees. Two prestigious schools. Two alumni networks.
Programme Overview
The Tsinghua – INSEAD Executive MBA (TIEMBA) programme is a unique partnership between INSEAD, one of the world's leading business schools, and Tsinghua, one of China’s most prestigious universities. The executive master degree programme takes place across INSEAD’s three campuses in Singapore, Abu Dhabi (UAE), and Fontainebleau (France), and Tsinghua’s university campus in Beijing (China).
The 22-month programme, consisting of 12 core courses, 4 elective courses, Key Management Challenges courses, and a thesis, is designed for senior executives who want to learn the practical knowledge and soft skills required to excel in both East and West. You will exchange perspectives within an elite, dynamic, culturally diverse class of experienced managers and be part of two powerful alumni networks. The TIEMBA is where life-changing leadership development meets technical mastery of key business disciplines. And both make an immediate impact in your organisation. It is the best of East and West, learning and working, technical knowledge and soft skills — in a single programme.
INSEAD and Tsinghua SEM renew TIEMBA partnership
We’re proud to announce that INSEAD and Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management (Tsinghua SEM) have renewed their partnership for the Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA (TIEMBA), continuing a collaboration that has shaped global business leadership since 2007.
The TIEMBA Advantage
Two Degrees from Two Prestigious Business Schools
You will obtain two management degrees from two top institutions in China and in the world.
Gateway to Global Networks
INSEAD provides you access to an international alumni network, while Tsinghua’s alumni community is the key to opening many doors in China.
World Experts as Faculty
Access to truly top faculty who deliver a robust curriculum through a rich variety of learning styles.
Deep Leadership Insights
Our Leadership Development Programme runs throughout the programme, taking leadership skills to the next level.
Learn from Diverse Participants
Learn alongside and from classmates who have a wealth of global experience.
Typical TIEMBA Class
Explore the TIEMBA experience through the eyes of our participants and alumni. Our students come from diverse sectors, from financial sector, technology and media, manufacturing, retail, energy, and consulting.
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Participants39
Average Age15
Average Years of Work Experience15
Nationalities41%
FemaleCareer Opportunities
Our global team at the Career Development Centre is dedicated to supporting you on your career journey through targeted career plan and guided self-discovery. You can tap on both the INSEAD and Tsinghua network for opportunities. Learn more about career development.
Admission Criteria
All applications go through rigorous selection process, which varies depending on your nationality , and is determined by academic and professional qualifications.
Application Details
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Financing and Scholarships
40%
Of participants received scholarships14.7K USD
Average scholarship amountAttend an Event
Master Programmes
Faculty Masterclass with Prof. Lite Nartey | Dubai
Join us in Dubai this month for an exclusive INSEAD Masterclass led by renowned faculty member Dr. Lite Nartey, Affiliate Professor of Strategy and Academic Director of the INSEAD Africa Initiative, where you'll gain fresh insights into leadership and business strategy.
You will also have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered and to interact with like-minded individuals.
*In celebration of the Holy Month, we will end the evening with a Networking Iftar in the Astor Ballroom I. Seats are limited, and RSVP is required.
From Vision to Execution: Leading through Complexity and Connection
The United Arab Emirates is one of the world’s most dynamic and internationally diverse business environments. As a global hub for talent, capital, and innovation, the UAE brings together leaders from across geographies, cultures, and industries, operating at the intersection of local ambition and global complexity.
In this exclusive masterclass, Dr. Lite Nartey, introduces the Strategy Execution Trilogy (SET), an integrated framework designed to help leaders execute effectively in complex, globally interconnected environments.
As the UAE continues to advance its national agendas in digital transformation, sustainability, healthcare, finance, and advanced industries, expat leaders play a critical role in bridging global expertise with local execution. This session offers a reflective and practical platform for executives seeking to strengthen their ability to lead transformation in environments where alignment, trust, and collaboration are essential.
Blending INSEAD’s academic rigour with practitioner insight, the masterclass reframes execution as a strategic discipline, one that goes beyond hierarchy and control. Participants are invited to explore how sustainable impact is created through coherence, clarity, and connection, enabling leaders to turn vision into collective action in one of the world’s most globally integrated markets.
Agenda:
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm | Welcoming & Registration
5:00 pm – 5:10 pm | Welcoming and Quick Intro
5:10 pm – 5:20 pm | Introduction to INSEAD Programmes
5:20 pm – 6:30 pm | Faculty Masterclass
6:30 pm – 6:45 pm | Prayer
6:45 pm – 8:00 pm | Networking Iftar
Venue: Astor Ballroom I | The St Regis Dubai, The Palm
Master Programmes
Open Day with Faculty Masterclass | Asia Campus
You are warmly invited to experience the learning environment at INSEAD! Take this opportunity to join a masterclass by a renowned INSEAD faculty member and to learn more about the INSEAD Programmes. Our team and students will be there to share advice and their personal journey through a panel discussion followed by a networking reception.
Date: 3 March 2026, Tuesday
Time: 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Venue: INSEAD Asia Campus, 1 Ayer Rajah Avenue, 138676
Masterclass Topic by Professor Pushan Dutt: A Brave New World: Trade Wars, Macroeconomics & Geopolitics in the Age of Trump
Synopsis: This session examines how renewed protectionism, geopolitical fragmentation, and the global AI race are reshaping the world economy. Drawing on current macroeconomic data and historical parallels, Professor Pushan Dutt explores the implications of trade wars, weakened multilateralism, and rising strategic competition—particularly between the US, China, and Europe. The session highlights why uncertainty is now a permanent feature of the global system, how firms and countries must shift from efficiency to resilience, and why innovation, talent, and scale have become decisive competitive advantages. The discussion concludes with strategic insights on navigating tariffs, geopolitical risk, and technological disruption in an era where long-term plans give way to adaptive, dynamic strategy.
Agenda
6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Optional Campus Tours
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm: Masterclass by Professor Pushan Dutt, Professor of Economics & Political Science
8:15 pm – 8:30 pm: Sharing by Admissions by Larry Medina
8:30 pm – 9:30 pm: Breakouts by Programmes
9:30 pm – 10:00 pm: Networking reception + End of Event
Breakout rooms:
MBA | Amphi 104 Level 1
MIM | Flatroom 1015 Level 1
EMBA | Amphi 103 Level 1
EMFin | Flatroom 1017A Level 1
Joining us at this event
EMBA Alumni:
Darmawan Shi | TIEMBA‘23 | Co-Founder, Revenue Scaler
Olivier Menos | GEMBA‘18
Shigeto Miyamoto | GEMBA’24 | VP of Digital Solutions, APAC, Syneos Health
MBA Alumni:
Rhea Mann | MBA'22D | Associate Director, Global Marketing, Klook
Rupesh Baker | MBA'22D | Business Development Manager, Amphenol Industrial Operations
MIM Alumni:
Vibhu Walia | MIM’23 | Senior Associate, SGX Group
Nino Gkotsis | MIM'23 | Research Analyst, Womar Logistics Pte Ltd
EMFin Alumni & Admits:
Justin Yang | EMFin'23 | Director, Global Corporate Banking, OCBC
Euganthra Baskaran | EMFin'27 | Programme Director, Risk & CFCC, Standard Chartered
You may view our Recruitment team here. You may also speak to our respective recruitment team member if you are keen in the Executive Master in Change (EMC) programme as well.
Master Programmes, Master Programmes
EMBA Wednesdays In-Person Consultation | Singapore
Testimonials
William Chan
The idea of having students take the programme at various locations and develop a stronger understanding of different cultures locally is crucial for leadership.
Elizabeth Kong
The programme far exceeds my expectations and thoroughly debunks any notion that one can obtain equivalent value from self-studying.
Christoph Maier
The life paths of the participants intersect in the course and as a result, each individual gains insights into other cultures and ways of working.
Stay Inspired
Ambition Has No Gender
At INSEAD, we strive to create a diverse community where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and pursue their ambitions.
Meet the Class: TIEMBA'26
Learn more about the stories and motivations behind some members of Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA Class of 2026 as they start their journey in Tsinghua campus in Beijing.
Success Stories: Career Change for Senior Professionals
Two of our Tsinghua-INSEAD EMBA (TIEMBA) alumni share how they took bold steps in transforming their mid-life careers and how the INSEAD Career Development Centre (CDC) supported them throughout this journey.
