Discover the INSEAD MBA
Consistently ranked amongst the top MBA programmes in the world by the Financial Times, INSEAD’s MBA stands out from every other programme in the world.
With strategic locations in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America, and 90 nationalities in a typical class each year, the INSEAD MBA is a uniquely global experience that will challenge your perspectives and empower your future.
At a glance
- Full-time | One year
- Two intakes per year | January and August
- Starting campus | France or Singapore
Real leaders, real impact: The value of the INSEAD MBA
Nicolas Brusson
Co-Founder & CEO, BlaBlaCar
You leave INSEAD with the skills and mindset to navigate complex, ambiguous situations and to make decisions that matter—whether about people, strategy, or the future of your business.
Christina Law
Group CEO, Raintree Group of Companies | Board Director, National Gallery Singapore
What INSEAD prepared for me wasn’t so much the textbook knowledge or case studies, but truly the ability to work with and develop sound judgment, incorporating the brilliance of diverse minds.
Adam Goldstein
Executive Chairman, KNNX Corp., former CEO, Royal Caribbean | Investor & Board Member
I feel very fortunate to have gone to INSEAD. As a result of it, I was definitely better prepared for becoming CEO of such an international company.
Frédéric Mazzella
Founder & President, BlaBlaCar | Co-President Entrepreneur, France Digitale
INSEAD is where I learned how to structure and manage our young venture.
Joanna Griffiths
Founder & President, Knix | E&Y 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year Canada
The INSEAD experience really opened my eyes to what was possible.
Hari Krishnan
CEO, PropertyGuru Group | Award-winning Entrepreneur
Certain institutions shape us as leaders, and as people. INSEAD played that role in my life, helping me grow and getting me ready for the present I enjoy and the future I am building.
Imoni Akpofure
Finance & Sustainability Professional | Non-Executive Director, Africa50 Infrastructure Fund
My time at INSEAD opened up a world of possibilities which has allowed me, less than 20 years later, to be a Director in the World Bank Group - three levels from the top within my organisation.
Taavet Hinrikus
Co-Founder, Wise | Partner, Plural
INSEAD was a way to rethink my career options, as well as learning some practical skills, such as micro- and macroeconomics. I came out with some new knowledge and good people to know, a big network.
Lucy Quist
Thought & Transformation Leader | Author
As the first Ghanaian woman to lead a multi-national telecommunications company, I understand the transformative power diversity brings to professional success.
Applications are open for the August 2026 and January 2027 intakes
The INSEAD MBA Advantage
Top-Ranked Business School
As one of the world's leading and largest graduate business schools, INSEAD’s master programmes are consistently ranked amongst the top by the Financial Times.
Connected Across Continents
Start your MBA either on the France or Singapore campus, with the option to exchange to another INSEAD campus (France, Singapore or Abu Dhabi) or one of our partner schools during the programme.
Agility & Resilience
Through an intensive and immersive one-year learning experience, students develop the agility to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change and tackle complex challenges with confidence.
Beyond Diversity
At INSEAD, everyone is a minority. With no dominant nationality in the class, you will be exposed to a world of new perspectives, broadening how you think and lead.
Responsible Leadership
With a strengthened emphasis on AI and sustainability, the INSEAD MBA develops responsible leaders grounded in ethical judgement, empathy and cultural intelligence.
Global Alumni Network
The bonds fostered with one another during the programme often translate to lifelong friendships and business opportunities. You will join the INSEAD family of over 71,000 influential alumni in more than 180 countries.
A typical class
900+
Students29
Average Age90
Nationalities75
Work Countries5.5
Average Years of Work Experience
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170+ Scholarships available to support your INSEAD MBA
Our goal is to recruit the best and brightest to join the INSEAD MBA, regardless of background or financial situation.
Learn more about INSEAD MBA scholarships and financing
