At a Glance
September 2026 in Singapore
INSEAD Executive Master in Change
Leading People and Organisations through Strategic Change
For the past 25 years, the INSEAD Executive Master of Change (EMC) has offered a distinctive and highly practical journey into the deep challenges organisations encounter when navigating change.
Organisations worldwide grapple with the intricate nature of change, driven by numerous forces and enveloped in uncertainty. Addressing these complexities requires approaches as sophisticated and adaptive as the challenges themselves.
INSEAD Executive Master of Change is intended for experienced leaders, consultants and coaches who wish to attain a more profound understanding of, and advanced skill level in, guiding change; A deeper understanding of guiding change within themselves and in-turn, be better equipped to understand the world and people around them to guide others through change.
Featuring a convenient modular schedule taking place over 18 months, the programme curriculum has been designed to cover a broad range of core topics and workshops that integrate deep insights on organisational and interpersonal dynamics with a range of psychological disciplines. In addition, 60 hours of “practicum” help participants apply what they learn in class to real-world situations.
The result at the end of the programme is an enhanced ability to navigate and drive organisational change and transformation and a refined strategic thinking that considers long-term organisational goals and a human-centred focus.
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Participant profile
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- Managers and Leaders transforming organisations
- Industry experts, C-Suite and Senior Professionals
- Coaches and Consultants guiding clients through change
- Senior HR professionals
- Psychotherapists coaching change agents
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How you benefit
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- Sophisticated change leadership. Develop your capability and authority to lead people and execute change management in organisations. Understand yourself as an instrument of change and learn how to empower others to champion change.
- Psychological and systems approach to change. Assimilate knowledge and frameworks to effect behavioural and organisational change, integrating human and system complexity. Gain a deep understanding of the role of emotions, the economy of knowledge and developing human capital.
- Career and personal development. Study in a diverse, global cohort to support your personal development journey through peer and individual coaching. Move from success to significance.
- Real-time transformation and application. Develop effective change leadership and study while you work, enabling you to apply the knowledge and skills you gained to make an immediate impact at work.
- Strong international network and a valuable degree. You will join the INSEAD family of over 66,000 influential alumni across 180 countries with 160+ nationalities and achieve a globally recognised change management degree.
Typical EMC Class
Each class has an unparalleled diversity of nationalities and business backgrounds. In an EMC classroom, you will maximise your learning by challenging your assumptions and broadening your perspectives.
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Participants44
Average Age18
Average Years of Work ExperienceAdmission Criteria
All applications go through a rigorous selection process by our Admissions Team, which involves 4 stages and up to 8 weeks from the date of application submission. INSEAD welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and at least 10 years of professional experience. The team will also consider those with less career experience, complemented by a master’s degree, PhD, MD, or JD.
Financial Aid and Scholarship
There is no INSEAD scholarships available for EMC programme, however, there are several options available to help fund you study such as INSEAD global loans. Our experienced Recruitment Team can also help you prepare a strong case to get support from your organisation in the form of company sponsorships.
Learn more about financing options, fees, and expenses
Change Stories
A collection of thought leadership pieces, inspiring testimonials and insightful articles on the topics of change management and leadership complemented by psychological insights.
Read stories from our Participants, Alumni and Faculty and get a feel of the transformative INSEAD Executive Master in Change.
Hear from our Alumni
Meet Darshini Santhanam, an organisational consultant with two decades of experience in the tech world, who chose the INSEAD Executive Master in Change (EMC) to deepen her understanding of human dynamics and transform her approach to leading change. In this video, she shares how the programme helped her grow in confidence, see beyond surface level challenges, and ultimately launch her own consultancy.
The Executive Master in Change is accreditated Mastère Spécialisé by CGE, Conférence des Grandes Ecoles.
Attend an Event
Master Programmes
Open Day with Faculty Masterclass | Asia Campus
You are warmly invited to experience the learning environment at INSEAD! Join us for a masterclass led by a renowned INSEAD faculty member and discover more about INSEAD Programmes. Our team and students will also share advice and personal journeys through a panel discussion, followed by a networking reception.
Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026
Time: 6:15 pm – 10:00 pm
Venue: INSEAD Asia Campus, 1 Ayer Rajah Avenue, 138676
What to Expect
- An immersive masterclass with INSEAD Professor Henrik Bresman on leading high‑performing teams
- Career acceleration insights from the Career Development Centre
- Networking with INSEAD alumni and the recruitment team
- A guided campus tour to discover life at INSEAD
Masterclass by Professor Henrik Bresman
Topic: How Leaders Mobilize Team Talent for Breakthrough Performance
Synopsis: Today’s most successful leaders are not just decision makers. They are architects of high performing teams. In this masterclass, INSEAD Professor Henrik Bresman will share the science behind what makes teams excel. Through research, case studies, and practical leadership insights, participants will explore how leaders mobilize talent, overcome collaboration barriers, and build teams capable of delivering extraordinary outcomes. Participants will also discover how effective leaders unlock collective intelligence and why mastering team leadership is a critical capability for future global business leaders.
Agenda
6:15 pm – 6:50 pm: Optional Campus Tours (20 mins per session) + Refreshments
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm: Masterclass by Professor Henrik Bresman
8:15 pm – 8:30 pm: Career Development Centre insights by Kevin Kan
8:30 pm – 9:30 pm: Programme Breakouts
9:30 pm – 10:00 pm: Networking Reception & Close
Joining Us at the event:
- Jed Oukmal | MBA’23D | Head of Investment & Strategy – Solar Energy | TotalEnergies
- Yuki Feng | MBA’25J | Global Project Management Officer | NTT DATA
- Ikshvakoo Vaid | GEMBA’25 | Global Digital Solutions Sales Leader | ABB
- Fabrice Ancey | GEMBA’20 | Co‑Founder & CEO | Tahiti Marine Singapore
- Samantha Xu | GEMBA’19 | CFO | BW LPG
- Carmen Schwender | EMC’23 | Founder | En Pointe Institute
- Mike See | EMC’23 | Co‑Founder | Stealth Startup
- Valerie Liu | EMFin’21 | Vice President – AI and Data Risk Governance | UOB
- Simpson Yong | EMFin’27 | Associate Director, Treasury Investments, Standard Chartered Bank
- Calvin Nguyen | MIM’27 | Current Student
- Chloe Larkou | MIM’27 | Current Student
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What keeps leaders awake at night: a live EMC masterclass | Online
Join Professor Michael Jarrett, Programme Director of INSEAD’s Executive Master in Change, for an exclusive online masterclass exploring what keeps leaders awake at night. Discover how social dreaming reveals hidden organisational dynamics to strengthen leadership insight, communication and collaboration.
Topic: What keeps leaders awake at night? Exploring the collective mind of organisations
Synopsis: In turbulent times marked by uncertainty, rapid change and rising anxiety, organisations often struggle to see the deeper forces shaping behaviour and decision making. In this exclusive webinar with Professor Michael Jarrett, Programme Director of the Executive Master in Change, we invite you to explore social dreaming, a structured method for exploring the unconscious dynamics operating within contemporary social groups.
Drawing on recent research, this webinar offers a rare opportunity to experience how shared dreams can reveal unconscious concerns and emotions. You will discover how leaders can use this approach to unlock improved communication, collaboration, and a more comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics at play within groups.
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Testimonials
Peter Klugsberger
Throughout the EMC you will learn to identify your own blind spots and maladaptive scripts that stop you from performing on another level.
Motoko Kamada
My learnings at the EMC have changed how I interact with people and how I perceive my emotions and behaviour.
Tareq Alangari
The tools that we are learning are of a great help to any CEO, board member, middle manager and for any person who is keen to understand people better.
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