At a Glance
A Curriculum Designed Around Your Career Objectives
Delivered by both Tsinghua and INSEAD faculty, the TIEMBA is designed around several essential components: Core Courses, Elective Courses, Key Management Challenges and a Final Thesis. The programme is further strengthened by a distinctive Leadership Development Programme which runs throughout the course of study. Spanning over 22 months, the programme is taught across 4 campuses including in China. Throughout the programme’s courses you will learn business cultures and practices with East and West perspectives.
In addition to your time spent on campus, you will also need to allow time for independent study, pre-course preparation and post-course assignments. The TIEMBA programme’s modular format is specially designed to allow you to put new ideas and techniques straight into practice within your organisation.
Learn More About the Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA Curriculum
Watch the video below to get an overview of the curriculum at Tsinghua INSEAD, key takeaways, and opportunities offered:
Course Curriculum
12 Core Courses
During the first seven modules, you will take compulsory courses covering the breadth of global business. Exams usually take place at the end of each module.
- Corporate Finance
- Data, Models and Decisions
- Financial Accounting
- International Economics
- Macroeconomics and the Chinese Economy
- Managerial Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Strategic Marketing
- Process Operations Management
- Organisational Behaviour
- Corporate Governance
- Strategy Management
4 Elective Courses
Electives allow you to delve deeper into the topics of your choice – with pass/fail assessment to encourage you to leave your comfort zone. They are held over two weeks during the French summer, when INSEAD’s Fontainebleau campus is at its most idyllic. The module is shared with INSEAD’s Global Executive MBA classes to ensure greater choice – and new networking possibilities. Alumni are also invited to return, further broadening your network and offering you a chance of truly lifelong learning after graduation. Electives currently offered (but varying according to demand) include:
Applied Corporate Finance
- Applied Corporate Finance
- Financial Statement Analysis
- International Financial Management
Marketing
- Brand Management
- Customer Insight
- Strategic Market Orientation
Strategy
- Industry and Competitive Analysis
- Investments
- (Big) Data Analytics for Business
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise
- Private Equity, Growth Equity and Venture Capital
- Realising Entrepreneurial Potential
- Corporate Entrepreneurship: Managing Innovation to Drive Growth
- Social Entrepreneurship: Building Impact Ventures
Organisational Behaviour
- Power and Influence in Organisations
- Psychology of Leadership
Decision Sciences
- Management Decision-making
- Negotiations
9 Key Management Challenges (KMCs)
KMC courses – run before and after the Electives – cover broad, multi-disciplinary, whole-company issues, reflecting the uncertainty, changeability, open-ended problems and incomplete information of real life. You will usually be assessed through written assignments based on your experiences at work. Choices typically include:
- Digital Economy
- Financing Entrepreneurship and Innovation in China
- Frontiers of Chinese Contemporary Issues Research
- Future Thinking
- Humanities and Business
- Sustainability & Innovation for Business
- Techmark Management Simulation
- Winning in Emerging Markets
- China Digital Capstone
Thesis
The final component of the programme is your thesis: a live case study with you as the central character. With support from the faculty, you will write about a real-world project, such as a new venture or corporate innovation – with ample time to work on it after the final module. Following the “defence” of your submission at Tsinghua, your work will also be translated into Chinese and published for all to read.
Personal Leadership Development Programme with individual and group coaching
The Leadership Development Programme (LDP) combines a wide range of innovative learning methods designed to expand your range of effective leadership styles. Its runs throughout the programme with on-campus and off-campus elements.
Programme Schedule
22 Months
Duration of Programme60 Days
Approx. Days Out of the Office4 Countries
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*Programme schedule is subject to change. During the electives modules, TIEMBA participants will have the chance to meet and network with participants of the other GEMBA sections at INSEAD.
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.
Testimonials
DeHui Gao
China and Europe play important roles in the global economy and innovation, and Tsinghua University and INSEAD are leading institutions that offer opportunities to learn new knowledge and acquire cutting-edge skills.
Kulthirath Pakawachkrilers
The combination of Tsinghua University and INSEAD Business School offered a unique and enriching learning experience.
Juan Wu
The professors are amazingly passionate and knowledgeable, and the learning is very practical with real cases.
