At a Glance
Are You Ready for the Challenge?
The TIEMBA is not simply an intensive business course. It is designed for experienced executives with intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn and challenge themselves in a rigorous academic programme. We welcome applications from around the world regardless of race, religion, gender or financial status and our aim is to build a top quality, exciting, dynamic and diverse class.
Explore the programme’s application requirements and pre-requisites below.
Admission Criteria
Work Experience and Leadership Potential
We look for people with both management experience and leadership potential. Members of our current class have an average of 14 years of work experience (with a minimum of eight years post-graduate work experience), including at least five years of managi...
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Academic Eligibility
The TIEMBA is intensive, rigorous and challenging. So we insist on a solid academic foundation – usually demonstrated by a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised college or university, and the GMAT, EA, INSEAD Assessment or the Tsinghua Test. ...
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International Outlook
Our participants are expected to share cross-cultural experiences that others can learn from. That is why we look for people who have lived, worked or studied abroad – or who work for international companies with clients, suppliers or other stakeholders o...
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Asia Focus
The programme is designed for people with a strong interest or experience in Asian business. It is best suited to people living and working in the region (or planning to) – or whose work has a particular focus on Asia.
Admission Process
The admission process differs depending on the nationalities due to regulations in China. You can learn more about the application process for the different nationalities below.
The INSEAD Assessment is now available online. Once you have submitted your application, your admissions officer will share available assessment dates with you.
Application Deadlines
There are five application rounds in total, but the final application date may differ for different nationalities due to regulations in China. Please review the dates in the table as well as the information for Chinese applicants from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan below and contact us if you would like to clarify further.
Important update: The final application deadline has changed. Round 5, now on 18 March 2026, is the last round.
September 2026 Intake | Deadline to complete the application |
| Round 1 | 02 July 2025 |
| Round 2 | 03 September 2025 |
| Round 3 | 08 October 2025 Last round for China passport holders |
| Round 4 | 03 December 2025 Last round for Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan passport holders |
| Round 5 | 20 April 2026 |
Attend an Event
Master Programmes, Master Programmes
Executive MBA In-Person Consultation | Paris
Master Programmes
Faculty Masterclass followed by an Alumni Panel | Johannesburg
Join us in Johannesburg for an exclusive faculty masterclass, "From Vision to Execution – Leading through Complexity and Connection" led by Prof. Lite Nartey, followed by an alumni panel sharing insights on the curriculum, admissions, and career opportunities.
You will also have the opportunity to have your questions answered during the Q&A session and interact with other alumni and like-minded executives during a networking reception.
Venue: Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Johannesburg Melrose Arch
Masterclass Topic: Strategic Coherence: Turning Vision into Collective Action
Synopsis:
South Africa presents a uniquely complex business landscape—where leaders must navigate economic transformation, infrastructure challenges, and diverse stakeholder expectations while driving growth.
In this context, strategy alone is not enough. Execution requires alignment, trust, and the ability to bring multiple stakeholders together toward a shared goal.
In this exclusive INSEAD Alumni Masterclass, Dr. Lite Nartey introduces the Strategy Execution Trilogy (SET)—a practical framework focused on strategic thinking, ecosystem orchestration, and stakeholder engagement.
Designed for leaders operating in dynamic environments, this session will explore how to move from vision to coordinated action—bridging global best practices with local realities.
“Strategy is no longer about control; it is about coherence, clarity, and connection.” Dr. Lite Nartey
Agenda:
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Welcoming & Registration
7:00 pm - 7:15 pm | NAA & INSEAD Degree Programmes Introduction
7:15 pm - 8:15 pm | Faculty Masterclass with Prof. Lite Nartey
8:15 pm - 8:45 pm | Alumni Panel Discussion
8:45 pm - 9:30 pm | Networking & Closing
Master Programmes, Master Programmes
Executive MBA In-Person Consultation | Jakarta
Testimonials
Andrew Youssef
My advice would be, if you are interested in pursuing an INSEAD Masters programme, do it for yourself.
Deyi Wu
The experience has enlightened me to learn about the Chinese culture, and in particular taught me more about doing business in China.
Werner Koestler
The dual degree setup fitted in perfectly.
