In January, INSEAD schedules nine MBA-related events, comprising two virtual events and seven in-person events. Together, these sessions provide prospective candidates with multiple touchpoints to understand the INSEAD MBA, interact with the admissions team, and engage directly with students and alumni across key global locations.
In-Person Events and MBA Tours
The in-person events focus on informal engagement and on-campus exposure. MBA & MIM/MIF Coffee Chats are held across multiple cities, providing relaxed, small-group conversations with the INSEAD community on 17 January in Singapore, 20 January in Sydney, 21 January in San Francisco, and 22 January in Melbourne.
In addition, MBA & MIM Information Session with an Alumni Panel takes place on 21 January in Dubai, where prospective students can hear directly from alumni and current students about career outcomes and the INSEAD experience.
Campus exposure is offered through MBA & MIM Friday Campus Tours on 23 January, hosted simultaneously at the Europe Campus (Fontainebleau) and the Asia Campus, led by student ambassadors who guide participants through the campus environment and answer admissions-related questions.
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)
Virtual Events
The virtual events include MBA Ask Us Anything on 14 January, an open Q&A session where prospective students can interact with admissions staff, current students, and alumni to clarify questions about the MBA experience and application process. This is followed by Inside INSEAD MBA on 27 January, an online information session offering a structured overview of the MBA curriculum, learning model, and admissions criteria, with insights from the admissions team and a live Q&A to address applicant concerns.
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| Date | Event | Description | Type of Event | Register |
14-Jan-26 | MBA Ask us Anything | Prospective students can join INSEAD’s virtual “Ask Us Anything” session to engage with staff, students, and alumni, and learn more about the MBA program through an open Q&A discussion. | Virtual |
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17-Jan-26 | MBA & MIM/MIF Coffee Chats (Singapore) | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in Singapore 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-Jan-26 | MBA & MIM/MIF Coffee Chats (Sydney) | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in Sydney 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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21-Jan-26 | MBA Coffee Chat (San Francisco) | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in San Francisco 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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21-Jan-26 | MBA & MIM Information Session with Alumni Panel (Dubai) | Prospective students can attend this in-person MBA & MIM Information Session with an Alumni Panel in Dubai to connect with current INSEAD students and alumni. The event offers firsthand insights into how the MBA and Master in Management programmes have shaped career paths and student experiences, with opportunities to ask questions and engage with the community. | In-Person |
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22-Jan-26 | MBA & MIM/MIF Coffee Chats (Melbourne) | Prospective students can attend this informal Coffee Chat in Melbourne 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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23-Jan-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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23-Jan-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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27-Jan-26 | Inside INSEAD MBA | Prospective students can join this online information session to gain an in-depth overview of the INSEAD MBA, including the curriculum, learning experience, and admissions criteria. The session will feature insights from the admissions team and conclude with a live Q&A. | Virtual |
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