At a Glance
Two Degrees. Two Prestigious Schools. Two Alumni Networks
Programme Overview
The Tsinghua – INSEAD Executive MBA (TIEMBA) programme is a unique partnership between INSEAD, one of the world's leading business schools, and Tsinghua, one of China’s most prestigious universities. The executive master degree programme takes place across INSEAD’s three campuses in Singapore, Abu Dhabi (UAE), and Fontainebleau (France), and Tsinghua’s university campus in Beijing (China).
The 22-month programme, consisting of 12 core courses, 4 elective courses, Key Management Challenges courses, and a thesis, is designed for senior executives who want to learn the practical knowledge and soft skills required to excel in both East and West. You will exchange perspectives within an elite, dynamic, culturally diverse class of experienced managers and be part of two powerful alumni networks. The TIEMBA is where life-changing leadership development meets technical mastery of key business disciplines. And both make an immediate impact in your organisation. It is the best of East and West, learning and working, technical knowledge and soft skills — in a single programme.
Master’s Degree in Tsinghua University China
Each student will spend approximately 12 weeks of on-campus classes. Among which, half will be spent in China (6 weeks) in the prestigious Tsinghua University.
The Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA Experience
Liu Yu Yu – Staying Ahead
Jireh Li – Embracing Growth
The TIEMBA Advantage
Two Degrees from Two Prestigious Business Schools
You will obtain two management degrees from two top institutions in China and in the world.
Gateway to Global Networks
INSEAD provides you access to an international alumni network, while Tsinghua’s alumni community is the key to opening many doors in China.
World Experts as Faculty
Access to truly top faculty who deliver a robust curriculum through a rich variety of learning styles.
Deep Leadership Insights
Our Leadership Development Programme runs throughout the programme, taking leadership skills to the next level.
Learn from Diverse Participants
Learn alongside and from classmates who have a wealth of global experience.
Typical TIEMBA Class
Explore the TIEMBA experience through the eyes of our participants and alumni. Our students come from diverse sectors, from financial sector, technology and media, manufacturing, retail, energy, and consulting.
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Participants39
Average Age15
Average Years of Work Experience15
Nationalities41%
FemaleCareer Opportunities
Our global team at the Career Development Centre is dedicated to supporting you on your career journey through targeted career plan and guided self-discovery. You can tap on both the INSEAD and Tsinghua network for opportunities. Learn more about career development.
Admission Criteria
All applications go through rigorous selection process, which varies depending on your nationality , and is determined by academic and professional qualifications.
Application Details
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Financing and Scholarships
40%
Of participants received scholarships14.7K USD
Average scholarship amountAttend an Event
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Open Day with Faculty Masterclass | Asia Campus
You are warmly invited to attend our upcoming INSEAD Open Day with Faculty Masterclass in Singapore to learn more about the INSEAD Master Programmes. You will also have the opportunity to have your questions answered during the Q&A session and interact with alumni/current students during a networking reception. Please register to confirm your participation.
Masterclass Topic: Getting Sustainability Strategy Right
Prof. Jasjit Singh has been at INSEAD since 2004, where he is now a Professor of Strategy and the Paul Dubrule Chaired Professor of Sustainable Development. His focus areas are Sustainability Strategy, Inclusive Business, Innovation, Impact Entrepreneurship, Impact Investing, and Impact Evaluation.
Jasjit has written numerous widely-recognized research articles, practitioner articles and case studies. He is an associate editor at Management Science, and also serves on the editorial review boards for Strategic Management Journal and Organization Science.
Jasjit earned a PhD in Business Economics (Strategy) at Harvard Business School and an MA in Economics at Harvard University, having earlier obtained a BTech at IIT Delhi and a dual MS at Georgia Tech.
Synopsis:
In adopting the report “Our Common Future” from the Brundtland Commission in 1987, the UN defined its vision of “sustainable development”. But humanity is still struggling to realize this vision, with the environmental crisis and social inequalities being seen as more serious than ever before. The past corporate mindset of doing just the bare minimum to mitigate the societal risks and maintain a license to operate seems increasingly inadequate, as business leaders are being called upon to play a more proactive and positive role in addressing society’s grand challenges. For a business to make a meaningful and sustained contribution towards societal goals requires integrating a careful business strategy for ensuring long-term viability of the business with a rigorous impact strategy for tangible impact realization.
Optional reading: https://knowledge.insead.edu/responsibility/esg-not-impact
Agenda
6:00 pm: Registrations & Refreshments
6:20 pm - 7:00 pm: Optional Campus Tours
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Faculty Masterclass | Getting Sustainability Strategy Right
8:00 pm - 8:15 pm: Sharing by Career Development
8:15 pm - 9:00 pm: Programme Introductions + Alumni Panel
9:00 pm-10:00 pm: Networking
Joining us at the event:
Henrik Jonson | Head of Employer Engagement and Career Development, INSEAD
Sebastian May | Senior Manager Corporate Development | time:matter | MBA'18D
Ivan Li | Director | Engie Impact | MBA'17J
Mandy Zuo | Strategy & Planning, Director | Visa | MBA'18D
Skylar Tang | MBA'24D | Current Participant
Nozomi (Mizuno) Witherspoon | Senior Specialist Sustainability & Social Impact, The Japan Research Institute, Limited | EMBA'19
Jason Hau | Director of Corporate Partnerships, INSEAD | TIEMBA'23
Nicholas Bischoff | CEO, Equalbase | EMBA'25
Karim Awad | Investor, Matsu Partners | EMBA'23
Billy Lin | Investment Analyst, Helmsman Asset Management | EMFin'25
Victoria Li | Chief Executive Officer/AGM, Ispace Innovations Asia Pacific | EMFin'23
Lisa Lu | Audit Manager at JPMorgan Chase & Co | EMFin'22
Vibhu Walia | Index Product Manager | SGX Group | MIM'23
Practical information
INSEAD Asia Campus is located at the corner of the Ayer Rajah Avenue and North Buona Vista Road in the Knowledge Hub district of Singapore. The school’s convenient location is 15 minutes from the financial district and 30 minutes from Changi Airport. MRT Station: One North. Click here to view map
Asia Campus
1 Ayer Rajah Ave, Singapore 138676
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Testimonials
Sungchan Chu
The TIEMBA has given me a high-level view of business management, the smartest classmates, and networks from both Tsinghua and INSEAD.
Deyi Wu
The experience has enlightened me to learn about the Chinese culture, and in particular taught me more about doing business in China.
Christoph Maier
The life paths of the participants intersect in the course and as a result, each individual gains insights into other cultures and ways of working.
Stay Inspired
Meet the Class: TIEMBA'25
Learn more about the stories and motivations behind some members of Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA Class of 2025 as they start their journey in Tsinghua campus in Beijing.
Success Stories: Career Change for Senior Professionals
Two of our Tsinghua-INSEAD EMBA (TIEMBA) alumni share how they took bold steps in transforming their mid-life careers and how the INSEAD Career Development Centre (CDC) supported them throughout this journey.
Ambition Has No Gender
At INSEAD, we strive to create a diverse community where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and pursue their ambitions.
