INSEAD launches Master in Finance: a global launchpad for the next generation of financial leaders

Cairo, September 24, 2025:

INSEAD, The Business School for the World, announced the launch of its new Master in Finance (MIF), an innovative pre-experience programme for recent graduates and young professionals. The programme aims to prepare the next generation of financial leaders by combining technical expertise, global business acumen, and leadership skills.

Shaping Leaders for a Transforming Financial World

Building on the success of INSEAD’s Master in Management (MIM) and decades of world-leading MBA and executive education programmes, the MIF responds strategically to the rapid transformation of the global finance sector. This transformation is driven by digital innovation, sustainability imperatives, and the growing demand for agile, cross-border talent.

Companies worldwide seek professionals who combine financial expertise with adaptability, a global mindset, and leadership skills. At the same time, early-career professionals seek robust, globally relevant finance programmes—a need that INSEAD decisively addresses.

A Global Programme Across Multiple Campuses

The MIF is delivered across INSEAD’s world-class campuses in Fontainebleau (near Paris), Singapore, and Abu Dhabi. Students begin in Europe and transition to Asia, aligning with recruitment cycles and internship opportunities. This multi-campus structure ensures graduates develop a truly borderless outlook and the agility to succeed across continents.

Curriculum: Academic Excellence Meets AI-Driven Innovation

The INSEAD MIF offers a comprehensive, up-to-date education for young professionals (ages 21-25) in finance while preparing them to lead in a sector reshaped by AI and global change. Leadership, resilience, communication skills, and a global perspective—developed through courses in strategy and the global economy—are more important than ever.

AI is integrated throughout the curriculum. Core courses include Machine Learning and Technology tailored for the finance sector. Many other courses leverage AI while maintaining a strong focus on fundamentals, including technical content.

Tailored Tracks

Students can choose from three tailored tracks:

• Investment Banking: covers corporate finance, private equity, and related fields.

• Wealth Management: focuses on investment, trading, and other capital markets roles.

• Flexible General Track: adapts to diverse career goals.

Practical Learning and Leadership Workshops

The programme includes practitioner-led workshops, simulations, and leadership training, reflecting INSEAD’s MBA DNA. This ensures students graduate with deep technical expertise and the ability to simplify complexity, influence decisions, and lead effectively. Students may also return after internships for a final term of elective courses aligned with their evolving career goals.

Outstanding Employer Connectivity

Employer integration is a core pillar, giving students access to top employers and industry networks across INSEAD’s global campuses. The front-loaded curriculum prepares them early for internship applications, while career services open pathways into investment banking, private equity, venture capital, fintech, and consulting.

Powered by INSEAD’s Global Alumni Network

Graduates join a global alumni network of over 70,000 professionals in more than 180 countries. This lifelong network provides mentoring, career guidance, investment partnerships, and global opportunities, giving early-career talent access to jobs, collaborations, ventures, and leadership paths.

A Launchpad for Financial Leaders

The MIF reinforces INSEAD’s position as a global pioneer in management education. Adding this programme to its Degree Portfolio (MIM, MBA, EMBA, EMBA Flex, EMFIN, EMC) now offers a complete learning journey from early-career to the boardroom.

Francisco Veloso, Dean of INSEAD, said: “In a world where finance evolves at unprecedented speed, we are proud to launch a future-ready degree that combines INSEAD’s academic rigour, unique global setting, and leadership legacy. The MIF is a bold step to prepare responsible financial leaders for the future.”

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