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Shape Your Career Development
GEMBA participants have diverse needs for career support. You may be part of an organisation where you are already on your way to building a successful career, or you may be looking to progress your career in a new organisation or a new field. Our Career Development team is dedicated to Executive MBA careers and addresses both your “internal-career” needs (making the most of your career within your present organisation) and your “external-career” needs (making a change outside your organisation). In both cases, INSEAD is recognised by companies worldwide as a key source of talent and career development, providing graduates with more opportunities in terms of professional advancement in their job, or a career change.
Support in Your Job Search and Career Opportunities
During the Global Executive MBA programme, INSEAD provide bespoke career services to support participants in their career development. These include
- Individual career coaching
- Resources to plan out your career roadmap
- Job search on INSEAD career platform
- Networking events and peer-to-peer connections
- Career skills development webinars and workshops
Hear from Larry Medina, our director of Career and Education, on how INSEAD constantly enhance the career development support we give to the participants:
Employment and Career Statistics
Career progression outcomes 18 months after EMBA graduation
Get insights on salary trends, job locations and opportunities from the GEMBA classes of 2024.
We share our latest findings to help you understand the potential career outlooks of INSEAD Executive MBA graduates, 18 months post-graduation. These key findings of our EMBA’24 graduates highlights the impact the INSEAD Executive MBA and dedicated career development curriculum have on maximising candidates desired career outcomes, from growth within a current organisation, exploring new career paths, and embarking on new ventures.
There is a significant upward shift in seniority after INSEAD Executive MBA, with a notable increase in graduates progressing into C-suite roles. Many pursued new opportunities across functions, industries, or countries. More graduates joined the Financial Services and Consulting sectors post-graduation, while nearly two-thirds remained in the Corporate sector. The proportion of entrepreneurs doubled over the course of the programme, with graduates launching or returning to their own ventures.
10-point
increase in seniority towards C-suite roles (17% to 27%)66%
changed sector, function or geography16%
created or returned to their own company45%
General Management20%
Consulting8%
Finance7%
Sales & Marketing7%
Engineering4%
Information TechnologyExecutive MBA Career Development Activities
Open to all participants throughout the programme, a series of activities, including workshops and career advice sessions, is designed to help you bring into focus your individual goals for professional development. Whether you are internal-career or external-career focused, we encourage you take this opportunity to reflect on your career trajectory.
Using a variety of effective tools and frameworks, we support you in the process of self-assessment and discovery, in conjunction with the Leadership Development Programme. INSEAD’s Career Development professionals are here to help you engineer not just greater success but also personal fulfilment in your career.
Watch our Head of Employment Engagement, Henrik Jonson discusses the various tools and activities available to INSEAD Executive MBA participants and what to expect from the Career Development Centre during the programme.
Attend an Event
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
4:15 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.
Master Programmes
Open Day with Faculty Masterclass | Europe Campus
Curious how a world‑class business education could support your next career step while fitting around your professional life?
This Open Day at the Europe Campus is the easiest, lowest‑pressure way to find out. Just a real taste of what the INSEAD experience feels like.
Join us for an afternoon designed specifically for individuals who are still exploring the idea of an INSEAD Programme. You’ll have the chance to discover how our faculty think, connect with current students, and experience the atmosphere that has shaped generations of global leaders.
🎓 What to Expect - Agenda Please click here to view the full agenda.
- Faculty Masterclass by Prof. George Ward
- Synopsis: The Psychology of Power - In this session, we explore the psychology of powerfulness and powerlessness. We will learn about how powerfulness and powerlessness impact cognition, emotion and behaviour. What is it like to feel powerful or powerless? How does having power or not having power affect the way you think, feel and behave? How can you use this knowledge for offence and defence?
- Student & Alumni Panel
- Hear candid stories from MBA & EMBA participants who once stood exactly where you are now. Learn about their doubts, motivations, challenges, and how the programme transformed their professional and personal journeys.
- Campus Visit & Networking
- Explore the campus, meet the recruitment and admissions team, and connect with other prospective candidates in a warm and informal setting.
🚐 Free Shuttle from Paris – Easy Access
We make it simple to join us: a complimentary shuttle from Gare de Lyon will take you directly to the Europe campus.
Seats are limited, register here.
🔥 Why Join This Event Now?
Last year, over 200 prospective students from 40+ countries attended our 4 yearly Open Days - making them one of the most popular experiences for early‑stage candidates.
Because we keep the groups intentionally small to ensure high‑quality interactions, spaces fill up quickly.
👉 Secure your place today and experience firsthand what could become the next defining step in your career.
What C-Suite Executives Said About INSEAD Executive MBA
The INSEAD Global Executive MBA has a strong track record of supporting professionals in advancing into senior leadership roles. Alumni include leaders such as Claudius Steinhoff, Co-CEO of Mercedes-Benz South Africa, and Sandra Ong, COO at SingHealth (watch their interviews here).
Riyas Vengasseri
The Career Development Centre can help you navigate and steer through an ocean full of opportunities. But, always remember that you are the captain of your ship.
Fon Phusitkanchana
The benefit of attending INSEAD whilst still working on live projects is that I’ve been able to immediately apply some of the frameworks we’ve been taught in class.
Luidi Maia
My EMBA allowed me to transition and apply my newly acquired set of skills right away at work, thus making the learning curve substantially smoother.
Stay Inspired
Maximising Your Career Potential with the INSEAD Global Executive MBA
An Executive MBA opens doors to new and exciting career opportunities. At INSEAD, the Career Development Centre (CDC) offers a wealth of resources and practical help to support you in the process of self-discovery and exploration.
Developing Your Career With the INSEAD Executive MBA
Executive MBA (EMBA) participants have diverse needs for career support, whether they are already on their way to building a successful career in their current organisation, or looking to progress in a new organisation or a new field.
Achieving Career Change with the INSEAD Executive MBA
Most Executive MBA (EMBA) participants are looking for some kind of career change, either during the programme or after graduation. However, individual professional development needs and goals tend to differ widely amongst participants, and the INSEAD Career Development Centre for Working Professionals (CDWP) is in place to support you in the process of self-assessment and discovery, as well as execution of your individual career plan.
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