Before, During, After INSEAD

Experience during the program

I recently completed my MBA at INSEAD. I'd like to share some pointers:

Suggestions while applying (Before INSEAD):
- the school lays a lot of emphasis on providing a global perspective to its students. As such, try to show how you have experienced any international exposure. Although most people in the class would have lived in multiple countries before coming to INSEAD, it is not necessary. Try to show your international experience through travels, working with teams from different countries, and working with global clients.

During the program:
- Like any other B-school, time at INSEAD flies! There will always be a choice of what you want to attend and what you want to miss. For example, attending an extra tutorial VS celebrating your friend's birthday VS travelling to a new city VS attending a networking session. Be clear about what is important to you and be honest with your self and your friends. For reference, for most people at INSEAD the priority is this:
1. Recruiting/Jobs
2. Social events/travelling
3. Academics

Overall BSchool experience (4.0)
Schools contribution (2.0)
Classmates rating (5.0)

Strengths of the program:

Alumni Network
Brand/Ranking
Culture & Student Support

Best fit at this program:

Consulting
Entrepreneurship

Can be improved:

Career Services