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Master in Business Administration

Designed for early-to mid-career professionals who wish to develop their full potential and open doors to global career opportunities.

At a Glance
Full-time
One Year
Two Intakes
January and August
Starting Campus
France or Singapore

Challenge your perspectives and empower your future

Programme overview

Consistently ranked amongst the top MBA programmes in the world by the Financial Times, INSEAD’s full-time one-year MBA curriculum develops successful, thoughtful leaders and entrepreneurs who create value for their organisations and their communities.

Students enrolled in our MBA programme have the flexibility to start their academic journey either in France or in Singapore, followed by an optional exchange across INSEAD's campuses, or partner schools in the United States or China. 

This programme is ideal for professionals and entrepreneurs with 3-8 years of experience who want to solidify their core business foundations in finance, operational management, leadership, and strategy, with flexibility to specialise among 75 diverse electives.With around 90 different nationalities in a typical class, you will be exposed to a world of new perspectives that will enrich your professional and personal journey. 

Typical MBA Class

900-950

Students (Two intakes: January and August)

29

Average Age; Range: 23-35 Years

3-8 Years

Range of Work Experience

75

Work or Home Countries

90

Different Nationalities

38%

Women

INSEAD MBA students come with diverse background, most notably management consulting, financial services, corporate sectors, and technology, media, and telecom.

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Benefits of the INSEAD MBA

An INSEAD MBA is an investment in your future – and it pays off in more ways than you might imagine.

It inculcates a problem-solving mindset, fosters resilience and entrepreneurial readiness, connects you to a powerful global alumni network and much more.

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MBA students graduating in 2024

The INSEAD MBA Experience

Work hard, play hard

At INSEAD, we have a strong “work hard, play hard” MBA life ethic on our campuses. Through our world-class MBA programme, you get to experience both an intense and rewarding collaborative learning environment with one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the world.​ Get an inside look at how student life unfolds during the MBA programme.

72k+

Influential  Alumni

40+

Student Clubs

100+

Events Yearly

8

Weeks Summer Break/ Internship

Application Details

Investing In Your Future

Financing and Scholarships

170+

Scholarship funds available

41%

Of participants received scholarships

24K€

Average scholarship amount
Duration
1 Year

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16 Sep '26

Master Programmes, Executive Education

Sustainable Finance in 2026: Towards a More Pragmatic Approach

What sustainable finance looks like in 2026? Join INSEAD Professor Lucie Teplá for a thought-provoking online masterclass exploring the transition from ambition to practical implementation. Discover how organisations can align sustainability objectives with business performance in a rapidly changing landscape. Connect with the INSEAD community and gain insights that can help shape your leadership journey.

Date: 16 September 2026, Wednesday

Time: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm (GMT+2)

Online via Zoom - Check your timezone here

Agenda:

12:30 pm - 12:40 pm: Welcome and Introduction

12:40 pm - 1:25 pm: Masterclass and Q&A by Lucie Tepla

1:25 pm - 1:30 pm: Closing

Masterclass Topic: Sustainable Finance in 2026: Towards a More Pragmatic Approach

Synopsis:

In the decade since the Paris Agreement and the launch of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the integration of environmental and social considerations by banks, institutional investors, asset managers and other financial-sector participants has moved rapidly into the mainstream around the world. Key developments include the rise of ESG investing and green and sustainability-linked financing, commitments by many providers of capital to align their investment and lending portfolios with 1.5°C pathways in support of real-economy decarbonisation, and the rapid evolution of sustainability reporting frameworks and regulation for both businesses and financial institutions.

At the same time, concerns about hype, greenwashing and real-world effectiveness have intensified. ESG backlash, energy security, geopolitical tensions and shifting priorities are also testing the field. This masterclass will assess where sustainable finance stands in 2026, what it has delivered, where it has fallen short, and how it is evolving towards a more pragmatic and disciplined approach.

EMC, GEMBA, MBA, EMFin, MIM, TIEMBA, MIF
Online
16 September 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm (GMT+2)
Open to Public
EMC, GEMBA, MBA, EMFin, MIM, TIEMBA, MIF
Online
16 September 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm (GMT+2)
Open to Public
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18 Sep '26

Master Programmes

MBA Alumni Panel & Networking Cocktail | Milan

Join us for an alumni panel & networking cocktail in Milan to explore the INSEAD MBA alongside fellow professionals. This format offers a rare opportunity to hear first‑hand experiences from INSEAD alumni, gain clarity on the programme’s impact, and engage openly about leadership development, admissions, and the realities of the MBA journey. You will also have the chance to meet Maria Reis, Assistant Director Business Development and Recruitment for INSEAD MBA, who will be there throughout the evening to answer any questions you may have about the programme, the learning experience, or the application process.

Venue: NH Collection Milano Touring - Via Iginio Ugo Tarchetti, 2 20212 Milano

Places are limited to ensure a high‑quality discussion. We look forward to welcoming you in Milan.

MBA
Milano Italy
18 September 2026, 6:45 pm - 8:00pm
Open to Public
MBA
Milano Italy
18 September 2026, 6:45 pm - 8:00pm
Open to Public
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18 Sep '26

Master Programmes

MBA, MIM & MIF Lunch and Learn | San Francisco

Considering your next step in your career or education? Join us in San Francisco for an informal Lunch & Learn and discover INSEAD’s MBA, MIM and MIF programmes


Lauren Anderson, Assistant Director, Recruitment & Business Development, will be there to share insights into the programmes, career opportunities and admissions process, and answer your questions


What to expect:


  • Programme and admissions insights
  • Career opportunities
  • Q&A with Lauren
  • Networking with prospective candidates and alumni

Join us over lunch to learn more about INSEAD and find the programme that’s right for you!

MBA, MIM, MIF
San Francisco United States
18 September 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Pacific Time
Open to Public
MBA, MIM, MIF
San Francisco United States
18 September 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Pacific Time
Open to Public
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