The February 2026 INSEAD MBA admission events calendar features a total of 12 events, comprising 1 virtual event and 11 in-person events, offering prospective students extensive opportunities to engage with INSEAD across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
In-Person Events and MBA Tours
The in-person events in February are globally distributed and span coffee chats, fairs, campus tours, alumni panels, and academic masterclasses.
MBA Coffee Chats will be held on February 10 in Munich, February 18 in Manila, and February 26 in London, offering informal conversations with members of the INSEAD community.
INSEAD will participate in the Access MBA Fair on February 12 in Munich and February 21 in Mexico City, connecting candidates with admissions directors through one-to-one and small-group meetings. Campus immersion opportunities include MBA & MIM Friday Campus Tours on February 20 at both the Europe (Fontainebleau) and Asia (Singapore) campuses, led by student ambassadors.
Essay Editing - Consult with Atul Jose (Essay Specialist, F1GMAT)
The skills that a writer/editor brings to the table are different from what a former admissions officer or a consultant who has limited writing skills brings
Review Skills # Writing Skills
Movie Critics # Movie Directors
For any questions about the service, email me, Atul Jose, at editor@f1gmat.com
As F1GMAT’s Lead Consultant and Essay Specialist, I will help you structure the essay by:
1) Incorporating your Personal Brand
I will help you find unique life experiences that would differentiate you from the highly competitive INSEAD MBA application pool.
2) Including Storytelling elements
I have developed a keen sense of storytelling from over a decade and a half of editing essays and writing essay examples for F1GMAT’s Essay Guides.
The skills that a writer/editor brings to the table are different from what a former admissions officer or a consultant who has limited writing skills brings
Review Skills # Writing Skills
Movie Critics # Movie Directors
It is easy to comment, but it is tough to structure the essay from the perspective of the applicant and turn the essay into a winning application essay.
3) Aligning with the Culture of the School
A big part of editing and guiding applicants is in educating them about the culture of the school
Some schools have very ‘specific’ traits that they are looking for in an applicant.
If you don’t highlight them and lean towards general leadership or cultural narratives, the essay won’t work.
I will guide you through the writing process.
I will also iteratively edit the essays without losing your original voice.
Download F1GMAT's INSEAD MBA Essay Guide
Question 1: Provide a summary of your career since graduating from university, explaining the rationale behind your key decisions and career progression. Include a description of your current (or most recent) role, covering the scope of your work, major responsibilities, employees under your supervision, budget size, clients/products, and any notable results achieved. (500 words)
Question 2: Describe your short and long-term career aspirations, including your target geography, industry, and function. How do you plan to bridge the gap between your current position and these goals, and how will INSEAD help you achieve them? (300 words)
Question 3: 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)
Question 4: 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)
Alumni engagement events include the MBA & EMBA Alumni Panel on February 18 in Zurich and the MBA & MIM Alumni Panel Discussion and Networking Brunch on February 22 in Mexico City. Academic insight sessions include the Masterclass on Competition and the Regulation of Big Tech on February 10 in Paris and Leading Innovation with AI on February 25 in London, both followed by networking opportunities with alumni and the INSEAD community.
Virtual Events
The virtual event takes place on February 12 with Essential Tips for Your MBA Application, an online session led by INSEAD admissions leaders. This workshop focuses on how to craft a strong MBA application, sharing insider perspectives on what INSEAD values in candidates and practical guidance across each stage of the application process.
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10-Feb-26 | MBA Coffee Chats | Munich | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in Munich to connect with members of the INSEAD community, learn more about the MBA programme, and ask questions in a relaxed setting. These types of coffee chats are designed to offer direct engagement and personal insight into the INSEAD experience. | In-Person |
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10-Feb-26 | Masterclass : Competition and the Regulation of Big Tech companies | Paris | Prospective students can attend this INSEAD masterclass to explore how Big Tech is reshaping competition, markets, and innovation in the digital age. The session will be followed by a networking reception, offering opportunities to engage with INSEAD alumni and discuss key insights. | In-Person |
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12-Feb-26 | Access MBA Fair | Munich | Prospective students can attend the Access MBA Fair in Munich, a free, in-person event where aspiring MBA applicants connect directly with admissions directors from top business schools through one-to-one and small-group meetings. The session offers personalised insights into MBA programmes, tailored networking opportunities, and direct guidance to help explore and strengthen fit with leading international MBA options. | In-Person |
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12-Feb-26 | Essential Tips for your MBA Application | Online | Prospective students can join this session with INSEAD admissions leaders to learn how to craft a strong MBA application. The workshop offers insider insights on what INSEAD values and practical tips for each stage of the application process. | Virtual |
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18-Feb-26 | MBA & EMBA Alumni Panel | Zurich | Prospective students can attend this in-person MBA & EMBA alumni panel in Zurich to learn more about the INSEAD MBA and EMBA programmes. The session will feature program overviews from the recruitment team, alumni insights on leadership development, a live Q&A, and networking opportunities. | In-Person |
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18-Feb-26 | MBA & MIM Coffee Chats | Manila | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in Manila to connect with members of the INSEAD community, learn more about the MBA programme, and ask questions in a relaxed setting. These types of coffee chats are designed to offer direct engagement and personal insight into the INSEAD experience. | In-Person |
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20-Feb-26 | MBA & MIM Friday Campus Tour | Europe Campus | This in-person event will be conducted on the INSEAD Fontainebleau Campus which will be led by a student ambassador. Participants can ask admission-related questions and learn more about the INSEAD MBA program from the student ambassadors. | In-Person |
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20-Feb-26 | MBA & MIM Friday Campus Tour | Asia Campus | This in-person event will be conducted on the INSEAD Asia Campus which will be led by a student ambassador. Participants can ask admission-related questions and learn more about the INSEAD MBA program from the student ambassadors. | In-Person |
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21-Feb-26 | Access MBA | Mexico City | Prospective students can attend the Access MBA Fair in Mexico City, a free, in-person event where aspiring MBA applicants connect directly with admissions directors from top business schools through one-to-one and small-group meetings. The session offers personalised insights into MBA programmes, tailored networking opportunities, and direct guidance to help explore and strengthen fit with leading international MBA options. | In-Person |
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22-Feb-26 | MBA & MIM Alumni Panel Discussion and Networking Brunch | Mexico City | Prospective students can attend this in-person alumni panel and networking brunch in Mexico City to learn more about INSEAD’s MBA and MIM programmes. The event offers insights from alumni on their academic and career journeys, along with opportunities for discussion and networking. | In-Person |
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25-Feb-26 | Leading innovation with AI by Prof. Ville Satopaa | London | Prospective students can attend this in-person masterclass in London to explore how AI drives innovation from idea generation to business outcomes. Led by INSEAD Professor Ville Satopaa, the event also includes insights into INSEAD programmes and admissions, a live Q&A, and networking with alumni and current students. | In-Person |
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26-Feb-26 | MBA Coffee Chat l London | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in London to connect with members of the INSEAD community, learn more about the MBA programme, and ask questions in a relaxed setting. These types of coffee chats are designed to offer direct engagement and personal insight into the INSEAD experience. | In-Person |
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