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Asia Campus | 25th Anniversary

25 Years of Pioneering Impact

INSEAD’s journey in Asia began with a bold vision to establish a campus in Singapore – driven by our mission to bring together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders who transform business and society.  

Over the past 25 years, the Asia Campus has grown into a dynamic space for business leadership and innovation. Today, we welcome over 3,500 executives and 1,200 students annually to world-class programmes that blend academic excellence with real-world relevance and impact.

Through regional partnerships and innovative learning initiatives, INSEAD continues to expand its reach and drive meaningful change across industries and communities in Asia and beyond. The region is now home to a thriving network of over 13,000 alumni, amplifying INSEAD’s impact across sectors and borders.

As we celebrate 25 years of pioneering impact, we look ahead with renewed energy to inspire the next generation of leaders and continue shaping the future of business education.

Where It All Began

An Anniversary Week to Remember

Our Asia Campus celebrated its 25th anniversary with a week of events that connected our community and reminded us of what makes INSEAD truly global: the people who shape it. 

From heartfelt reunions to future-focused conversations at the Tech Venture and Family & Private Capital Summits, our anniversary celebrations brought our global community together in Singapore to reflect, reconnect and imagine the next 25 years of impact in Asia. 

25th Anniversary Asia Campus

Experience INSEAD in Singapore

 

Our 25 Year Journey

1998

1980

INSEAD launches the Euro-Asia Centre in Fontainebleau.
1998

1998

Board votes to build an equal-status campus in Singapore.
1999

1999

Campus construction begins and first MBA intake convenes.
2000

2000

Asia Campus is inaugurated by former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.
2005

2005

More than 6,000 square metres of new facilities added.
2007

2007

INSEAD and Tsinghua University debut a dual degree Executive MBA.
2013

2013

Introduction of Master in Finance corporate programme for executives.
2015

2015

Leadership Development Centre opens, expanding the campus footprint.
2016

2016

Graduation ceremonies move to landmark Singapore locations.
2022

2022

Asia Campus earns the Green Mark Platinum award.
2023

2023

The Tanoto Research and Learning Hub is completely revitalised.
2025

2025

Starting with just 53 students, the Asia Campus now welcomes thousands of executives and students each year.

Voices From Our Community