At a Glance
Your Admissions Journey Starts Here
Whether you are beginning to prepare your application or are ready to submit, this page provides comprehensive guidance for the entire INSEAD Postgraduate Degree in Finance admissions journey. Here, you will find all the essential information in one place, including application requirements, key deadlines, expert advice for completing your application, and resources to support your preparation for the GMAT or GRE.
Admissions Criteria
Ability to Contribute
The capacity to bring something distinctive and meaningful to the Postgraduate Degree in Finance experience, both during and after the programme.
Academic Performance
A sound academic foundation and a GMAT/ GRE score are required, along with an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
International Motivation
Adaptability and flexibility in multicultural environments are essential.
Work Experience
Full-time professional experience is not required, although some exposure to finance-related contexts are valued.
Application Process
Submit your online application
Complete the online form, upload your supporting documents and submit your video and written questions in the Kira platform.
Pre-selection decision
An Admissions Officer will review your application and inform you of the pre-selection decision about one month after the application round closes.
Interview with an Alum
If pre-selected, you will be invited to interview with an INSEAD alum. The interview typically takes place in your country of residence.
Admissions Committee review
Following the feedback from your alum interviewer, your application will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee.
Final decision
You will receive the final outcome of your applications via email. The full process takes up to 8 weeks from the date of submission.
Application Requirements
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Online Application
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Once registered, you will gain access to your application dashboard, where you can update your login credentials and manage alert notifications.
You can download a PDF version of your application at any time by clicking the printer icon at the top of your screen.
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GMAT and GRE scores
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You may take the GMAT or GRE anytime up to your chosen application deadline.
Scores must be sent directly to INSEAD. They are valid for five years.
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Video Interview
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After submitting your online application, you will receive an email from Kira Talent with a unique link to complete a video and written assessment. You must complete this step within 48 hours of your application deadline.
You will be asked four video questions. For each, you will have 45 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond. The final question is written, with five minutes to submit your answer. The full assessment takes approximately 15–20 minutes.
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Getting to know you
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We encourage authentic and thoughtful responses that reflect on your experiences, career choices, and aspirations.
These are not academic essays or business reports. Your answers should reflect your own voice and perspective. You can write directly in the application form or copy/paste your answers into the designated text boxes:
- How would you describe yourself? (Maximum 200 words)
- Describe all types of extracurricular activities in which you have been or are still involved for a significant amount of time (clubs, sports, music, arts, etc.). How are you enriched by these activities? (Maximum 200 words)
- Tell us what you have been doing since graduating from secondary education and what motivated your choices? (Maximum 200 words)
- Please give us all the information about your activities and occupation from now until the start of programme. (Maximum 40 words)
- Share your short and long-term career aspirations with a MIM from INSEAD. (Maximum 100 words)
- Is there anything else that was not covered in your application that you would like to share with the Admissions Committee? (Maximum 300 words)
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Language Declaration
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Fluency in English is required to study at INSEAD. If you are not a native speaker, you will need to submit a valid TOEFFL, IELTS or PTE Academic score. Alternatively, we also accept a University degree taught in English.
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Letters of Recommendation
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Two recommendations are required and must be submitted by your application deadline.
We recommend choosing one individual who have evaluated your performance in a professional context, such as a current or former manager and an academic reference.
You may also submit an optional third recommendation in the supporting documents section if it adds value to your application.
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CV
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Your CV may be submitted in free format or using the INSEAD official CV Book template.
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Official Transcript
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Please attach scanned copies of your transcripts and diploma. If you already graduated. If admitted, you will need to provide official documents.
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Supporting Documents
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You may upload any additional documents you believe strengthen your application, such as awards or scholarships, a third letter of recommendation, etc.
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Application Fee
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A non-refundable application fee of €180 is required. Payment must be made online via credit card.
Your application will only be reviewed once the fee is received.
Admission Policies
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Deferrals
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In general we do not grant deferrals. You should apply for the intake in which you intend to enroll.
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Feedback
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Due to the large number of applications we receive for each intake and the confidentiality of the deliberations of the Admissions Committee, we are unable to provide individual detailed feedback on rejected applications.
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Reapplications
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Unsuccessful applicants may reapply for a later intake.
Please exercise your own judgement in deciding if you have any significant changes in your new profile since your first application that will make a difference with the Admissions Committee. All re-applicants are requested to submit a new online application, unless otherwise indicated.
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