At a Glance
March 2027 in France
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.
The INSEAD Executive Master in Change (EMC) is a leading change management programme, designed for senior professionals who drive organisational transformation. You will learn how to build and implement an effective change management process and strategy, apply proven behavioural and systems-based frameworks and methodologies, lead people through complex organisational change, and drive transformation across global organisations.
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What is the Executive Master in Change?
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The INSEAD Executive Master of Change (EMC) is an advanced organisational change management programme focused on leadership, behavioural science, and transformation strategy.
This 18-month, part-time programme blends change management frameworks, leadership development, and behavioural science to help you lead and implement change management processes, manage resistance and increase employee engagement, ultimately delivering sustainable business impact. The curriculum integrates deep insights on organisational and interpersonal dynamics with a range of psychological disciplines through core courses, workshops, and 60 hours of practicum to apply the learnings to real-world situations.
The result at the end of the programme is an enhanced ability to navigate and drive strategic and organisational change and a refined strategic thinking that considers long-term organisational goals and a human-centred focus.
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Who is the Executive Master in Change for?
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This programme is designed for professionals involved in organisational change management initiatives, leadership and transformation roles, HR and organisational development as well as consulting and advisory services.
Typical participants include:
- Senior Executives and Leaders transforming organisations
- Industry experts, C-Suite and Senior Professionals
- Coaches and Consultants specialising in change management and transformation
- Senior HR leaders managing change initiatives
- Psychotherapists coaching change agents
- Professionals leading transformation projects
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What will you gain from the Executive Master in Change?
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- Build advanced change leadership and change management skills
- Master organisational behaviour and human dynamics of change
- Apply learning through real-world case studies
- Understand key change management frameworks, best practices and methodologies
- Develop a global network of change leaders and join our 70,000 INSEAD alumni
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.
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Master Programmes
EMC In-Person Consultation | Paris
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.
Master Programmes
Faculty Masterclass | Singapore
Discover INSEAD in the Heart of Singapore
Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the heart of Singapore, where you will experience a dynamic faculty masterclass, gain insights into our world‑renowned programmes, and connect with alumni who are making an impact across industries.
This is your opportunity to:
- Immerse yourself in INSEAD’s distinctive learning environment
- Explore how our programmes can accelerate your career
- Network with alumni and peers in a vibrant setting
Step into the INSEAD community and see first hand what makes us one of the world’s leading business schools.
Date: 19 September 2026, Saturday
Venue: Marina Bay Sands, Expo & Convention
Room: Melati Junior Ballroom, Level 4
Agenda:
2:00 pm: Registration
2:30 pm: Masterclass
3:30 pm: Alumni Panel
4:00 pm: Networking
Led by Professor Balagopal Vissa , INSEAD Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise, this session explores the critical steps and leadership insights required to assemble and mobilize high‑impact venture teams.
Masterclass Topic: Building a New Venture Team
Synopsis: Most professional investors and observers believe the quality of management is a critical factor to evaluate when assessing a new venture. Attracting high-quality people in an entrepreneurial context and melding them into a cohesive venture team is a challenging task. An important step in putting together a venture team that performs like magic involves thinking through team composition ahead of time. In this session, we examine how to plan for the composition of the venture team so as to minimise predictable tensions and conflicts and maximize the chances of building a solid organisation.
Case Study: Simplex Solutions – Expanding the Entrepreneurial Team
Registered participants will receive this case study prior to the event. Please ensure you read it in advance, as it provides the essential context for the masterclass discussion and will be referenced throughout the session.
Parking Information If you require parking coupons, please reach out to our team on site upon arrival. Availability is on a first‑come, first‑serve basis.
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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Moments of Truth
Senior executives open up about some trials and tribulations they have faced, and how these experiences shaped them as individuals and business leaders today.
Rethinking Leadership - The Virtues of Imperfection
What does good leadership mean, and what are some of its attributes? EMC Programme Director Erik van de Loo shares his views.
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