INSEAD : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About INSEAD

The Business School for the World

INSEAD is one of the world’s leading and largest graduate business schools, offering a truly global learning experience. With campus locations in Europe (France), Asia (Singapore), the Middle East (Abu Dhabi) and North America (San Francisco), INSEAD's business education and research spans the globe. Through strategic alliances with top institutions around the world, INSEAD expands its reach and impact, fostering global exchange and innovation in management education.

Our 165 renowned faculty members from 42 countries inspire more than 1,500 students in our degree and PhD programmes and over 18,000 executive education participants yearly. INSEAD brings together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders who transform business and society.

Discover why INSEAD consistently ranks among the world’s top business schools → www.insead.edu

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About INSEAD

The Business School for the World

INSEAD is one of the world’s leading and largest graduate business schools, offering a truly global learning experience. With campus locations in Europe (France), Asia (Singapore), the Middle East (Abu Dhabi) and North America (San Francisco), INSEAD's business education and research spans the globe. Through strategic alliances with top institutions around the world, INSEAD expands its reach and impact, fostering global exchange and innovation in management education.

Our 165 renowned faculty members from 42 countries inspire more than 1,500 students in our degree and PhD programmes and over 18,000 executive education participants yearly. INSEAD brings together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders who transform business and society.

Discover why INSEAD consistently ranks among the world’s top business schools → www.insead.edu

Full-time Master Programmes:

Executive Master Programmes:

Available programmes

Business and Management (1)

Executive Master in Change

Executive Master in Finance

Master in Finance

Master in Management

Executive MBA (2)

Global Executive MBA

Global Executive MBA Flex

Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA

Full-Time MBA (2)

Master in Business Administration

University information

Admissions criteria and entry requirements vary by programme. To learn more about the application process, eligibility, and deadlines, please visit the specific admission pages for each INSEAD programme.

Total students

1,089

UG students

NA

PG students

100%

International students

1,031

UG students

NA

PG students

100%

Total faculty staff

147

Domestic staff

8%

Int'l staff

92%

Student life

Student Life

INSEAD’s student life is diverse, global, and transformational — a true melting pot of experiences that shape who you are as a person and a leader.

Clubs & Activities
Over 40 student-run clubs (professional, regional, social, and sports) offer opportunities to lead, network, and explore new passions. Students organise speaker events, treks, cultural festivals, and business competitions across our Fontainebleau (France) and Singapore campuses, enriching the experience beyond the classroom.
Community & Diversity
With classmates representing over 90 nationalities, every day at INSEAD is a cross-cultural learning opportunity. From social gatherings to leadership workshops, the vibrant campus culture encourages self-discovery and lifelong friendships.
Traditions & Leadership Moments
Student-led initiatives like National Weeks, Global Impact projects, and fundraising drives such as the Robin Hood Campaign reflect our shared value of “Business as a Force for Good.” These events foster leadership, creativity, and a sense of purpose that extend far beyond graduation.

→ Learn more about INSEAD student life

Alumni Network

When you join INSEAD, you enter a lifelong global community that continues to support and inspire long after graduation.

With over 72,000 alumni across 180 countries, the INSEAD Alumni Network is one of the most diverse and influential in the world. Through mentoring, industry groups, and local chapters, our alumni stay deeply connected, helping each other grow personally and professionally.

Many alumni also give back through initiatives such as class fundraising, career mentoring, and thought-leadership events, reinforcing the school’s mission to make business a force for good.

→ Explore INSEAD Alumni Network

Faculty & Research Excellence

INSEAD faculty represent more than 40 nationalities and are recognised globally for their research, teaching and impact on business and society.

Professors lead across disciplines including strategy, leadership, economics, entrepreneurship and decision sciences, continuously translating cutting-edge insights into practical learning experiences.

INSEAD has achieved record success at The Case Centre Awards, becoming the first institution worldwide to surpass 100 awards since the competition began. This reflects our commitment to rigorous, relevant and innovative business education.

→ Meet INSEAD Faculty

Tuition fees

INSEAD offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid to support exceptional candidates across all programmes. Awards are based on merit, diversity, leadership potential and financial need, with options ranging from partial to significant tuition coverage. Admitted students can also access loan schemes and employer sponsorship guidance .

Please see below for financing & scholarship details:

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Executive Master Programmes:

Scholarships

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Employability

INSEAD’s Career Development Centre (CDC) supports students across all degree programmes in discovering purpose, making confident career decisions and achieving meaningful professional outcomes.

The CDC’s global team of over 40 professionals from 20 nationalities is based across INSEAD’s campuses in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The team includes career coaches, employer engagement specialists and operations experts who deliver personalised guidance, practical resources and market insights.

INSEAD’s commitment to lifelong employability extends beyond graduation through a global alumni network of more than 72,000 members in 180 countries. This network provides ongoing connections, mentorship and career support at every stage of professional life.