INSEAD MBA

A Truly Global and Diverse MBA Cohort
INSEAD is renowned for bringing together one of the world’s most international and diverse MBA classes. With students representing over 90 nationalities and a wide array of professional backgrounds, the INSEAD MBA delivers a deeply global business education experience. The program attracts high-potential professionals eager to accelerate their careers in sectors like consulting, finance, technology, entrepreneurship, and more.

Class Profile Highlights (MBA Class of 2025)

• Class Size: ~1,050 students
• Average Age: 29 years
• Average Work Experience: 5 years
• Nationalities Represented: 90+
• Women in Class: 39%
• Average GMAT Score: 708 (Classic GMAT)
• Professional Backgrounds:
  • Management Consulting
  • Financial Services & Investment Banking
  • Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT)
  • Entrepreneurship & Startups
  • General Management & Corporate Strategy

The INSEAD MBA is a globally top-ranked, intensive business program designed to accelerate your career in just 10 months through a rigorous, full-time curriculum and global campus experience.

• Program Duration: 10 months (Full-Time MBA)
• Tuition Fees (Domestic & International): €103,500 (August intake) / €107,600 (January intake)
  Includes tuition, academic materials, campus access, and student services
• Estimated Living Expenses: Approximately €32,000
  Covers accommodation, meals, transport, and personal expenses for the full program duration

Graduates of the INSEAD MBA program consistently achieve outstanding career outcomes, making it one of the best MBA programs globally in terms of international job opportunities and return on investment.

• Average Post-MBA Salary: €111,400 (~$118,000), among the highest MBA salaries in Europe
• Job Offer Rate (3 months post-graduation): 80%
• Top Hiring Sectors:
  • Management Consulting – 55%
  • Technology & Product Roles – 11%
  • Investment Banking & Financial Services – 11%
• Top Hiring Regions:
  • Europe (Northern/Western) – 30%
  • Asia-Pacific – 24%
  • Middle East & Africa – 23%
• Top Recruiters: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Amazon, Google, Strategy&
• Alumni Network: 66,000+ INSEAD alumni in 180+ countries, offering access to a powerful global network

INSEAD offers two MBA intakes each year — in January and August — providing applicants with flexibility to choose based on their academic or professional plans.

January 2026 Intake (Entry: December 2026)

• Round 1: Application deadline – March 11, 2025
   
• Round 2: Application deadline – April 22, 2025
   
• Round 3: Application deadline – June 17, 2025
   
• Round 4: Application deadline – August 26, 2025
   

August 2026 Intake (Entry: July 2027)

• Round 1: Application deadline – September 16, 2025
   
• Round 2: Application deadline – November 4, 2025
   
• Round 3: Application deadline – January 20, 2026
   
• Round 4: Application deadline – March 10, 2026
   

Submit a compelling application package via the INSEAD online portal by your selected intake deadline. Your materials should reflect academic ability, leadership potential, global mindset, and alignment with INSEAD’s values (insead.edu).

Key Application Components

• Online Application Form
  Complete and submit the application online with all required documents.
• Academic Transcripts & Degree Certificates
  Provide scanned copies of transcripts and diplomas from all post-secondary education. Official translations if not in English or French.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  One-page CV in your preferred format or using INSEAD’s template.
• Test Scores (GMAT / GRE)
  Submit competitive GMAT or GRE scores. Both are accepted equally. No fixed minimum but competitive applicants generally score above the 70th percentile.
• Language Requirements
  Proof of English proficiency is mandatory (TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE if applicable) and demonstration of practical proficiency in a second language is required.
• Essays – Motivation Essays
  The motivation essays are a critical part of the evaluation process. Applicants must thoughtfully address the following prompts:
  1. Give a candid description of yourself as a person and a leader, emphasising the strengths and weaknesses you recognise in yourself. Explain how you are actively working on your development, sharing key experiences that have shaped you, providing specific examples where relevant. (500 words)
  2. Describe a highly stressful situation you faced and how you managed it. What did this experience teach you about yourself and your interactions with others? (400 words)
  3. Is there anything else that was not covered in your application that you would like to share with the Admissions Committee? (300 words)
• Recommendation Letters
  Two professional recommendation letters preferred from supervisors or those who can objectively evaluate leadership and teamwork. A third letter is optional.
• Video & Written Interview (Kira Talent)
  Following application submission, complete a video interview with three video questions and one written question. Preparation and response times are limited, and the entire exercise takes about 15–20 minutes.
• Alumni Interviews
  Shortlisted candidates will be invited to two interviews (virtual or in-person) assessing leadership potential, motivation, and cultural fit.
• Campus Preference
  Applicants select France, Singapore, or “Both campuses.” Assignment is generally final post-admission.
• Optional Supporting Materials
  Additional documents such as a third recommendation letter, awards, or certifications may be included.
• Application Fee
  Non-refundable fee of €250; applications are processed only after payment.