In The Know by INSEAD

Emmanuelle Lansari, Assistant Director and Career Coach, speaks with MIM’27 student Jacopo König about his bold transition from Italy to the heart of Asia. Jacopo discusses his passion for the booming robotics industry, his strategic shift from traditional consulting to tech and why he views Singapore as the ultimate launchpad for future innovation. Discover his proven strategies for relationship building in Asia, the value of leveraging the powerful INSEAD alumni network and how the INSEAD Master in Management programme is helping him achieve his long-term career goals. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and welcome01:04 - First impressions of Singapore and Asia01:20 - Why choose INSEAD's multi-campus experience?04:07 - A passion for robotics and the pivot from consulting04:44 - Navigating the tech symposium and building connections in Singapore06:53 - Networking culture in Asia vs. the West07:40 - Advice to his Fontainebleau self: balance coursework with community10:07 - Embracing Singapore's multicultural ecosystem12:54 - Looking ahead: robotics, Europe and the five-year plan14:27 - What the MIM brings to the tech and robotics space16:55 - Personal growth and stepping outside the comfort zone18:28 - Summing up the MIM experience in a few words19:19 - Closing remarks and MIM programme information

In this episode, we'll talk with Jay Kenton (Associate Director of Student Life & Experience (Degree Programmes) and Saraphine Pang (MBA'24J) about their experiences of student life on INSEAD's Asia campus. Expect to learn about the career perks of living in Singapore, common misconceptions, cost and accommodation, student life on campus, and more. Head to insead.edu/mba to learn more about our MBA programme! Enjoy the show! Our Guests Today Saraphine Pang Saraphine Pang (MBA'24J) is a skilled strategist with expertise in international business development and strategic marketing initiatives. With a career spanning the dynamic gaming industry landscape, Saraphine has honed her skills across multiple markets, including the United States, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand. Her extensive experience underscores a deep understanding of global business dynamics and strategic decision-making, positioning her as a versatile and valuable asset in her field. Jay Kenton As the Associate Director of student life for degree programmes at INSEAD, Jay Kenton is a catalyst for student engagement and community building, revolutionizing the educational experience beyond conventional boundaries. Jay orchestrates opportunities for hundreds of students from varied backgrounds to interconnect and exchange ideas poised to shape society's future. His impact reverberates across several institutions, where he has pioneered innovative initiatives encompassing social and creative development programs, student wellness initiatives, and strategic enrollment planning. Timestamps 0:50 About our guests 2:42 How Jay feels about Singapore 3:45 What inspired Saraphine to pursue her MBA 4:40 Opportunities in Asia 5:40 What’s Saraphine’s experience with the INSEAD MBA 10:35 Cost of living in Singapore 11:15 MBA Career Treks 13:10 How has INSEAD helped Saraphine prepare for what’s next in her career? 13:30 Working with people form different cultures 14:30 What does student life do at INSEAD? 17:20 Student clubs at INSEAD 21:35 Student life advice to students

Welcome to another episode of INSEAD’s In The Know podcast. In this episode, we’ll discuss with MBA24j’s Ankita Pathak about her experiences as an MBA candidate in INSEAD’s Asia campus. Expect to learn about global career and networking opportunities, student life, our curriculum, and more. Furthermore, we’ll delve into how pursuing your MBA in Singapore allows you to gain a deeper understanding of the global economy and how you can get on-the-ground exposure to various industries. Head to www.insead.edu/mba to learn more about our MBA programme! Have a great listen!

Welcome to another episode of "Unlocking Career Opportunities with INSEAD Employer Engagement." Join us as we uncover more about the Career Development Centres Employer Engagement teams with the team Global Directors Zeynep Fouret and Henrik Jonson. We discuss the team's unique advantages including connecting students with local champions and global companies. Discover how the employee engagement team facilitates student-professional networking and the diverse types of engagements available with companies. Furthermore, we'll delve into the flexibility and timelines for joining Insead's clubs and the invaluable resource of its extensive alumni network. Our Guests Zeynep FlouretZeynep is a former M&A and project finance lawyer, Certified career coach, Financial services recruitment specialist, and diversity and inclusion champion. Zeynep is Passionate about leadership development, talent development, executive coaching, interview preparation, cross-cultural awareness training, and recruitment of future leaders.Henrik JonsonHenrik is a Business Development Strategist with 15 years of experience expanding territories and building client relationships across a variety of industries. Henrik has an extensive understanding of Education Management and business environment which has translated directly into new and add-­on business. Content Covered What is the purpose of the employer engagement team? We are going to dive into the sector advisors in the next episodes. Can you describe the structure of the team? How does the CDC help students network and connect with professionals in their desired industries? "What are the most effective ways to stay informed about the evolving needs and expectations of employers, and how can individuals proactively develop the skills and qualities that are in high demand?

Partners play a crucial role in the MBA experience, providing support, encouragement, and a listening ear throughout the intense and challenging program. They are often the unsung heroes behind the success of MBA students, offering a sense of stability and perspective during a time of significant personal and professional growth. From relocating to a new country to managing a household, partners have to navigate a unique set of challenges while supporting their significant other in pursuit of their academic and career goals. In this context, understanding the partner experience and providing support to partners is essential for the INSEAD MBA to cultivate a supportive and inclusive community.This episode discusses the experiences of a partner at INSEAD, a business school with campuses in Europe and Asia. Our guest Helen Willis shares her excitement about her partner's acceptance to INSEAD, and discusses her own decision to join him in Singapore. Helen provides advice for partners who are working remotely, including the importance of having a purpose and setting aside sacred time. The episode also highlights the support provided by INSEAD to partners, the responsibilities of a partner representative and the initiatives they organise. Helen also shares her favourite memory at INSEAD and summarises her overall experience in three words or less.Our guests: Dr. Helen Willis (Cognitive neuroscientist and an MBA'23J Partner) Our hosts: Angela Rachel (Student Life Officer, INSEAD Degree Programmes) Eva Laporte (Student Life Officer, INSEAD Degree Programmes) Timestamp: 01:15 - About the guest and her background 01:45 - How did you feel about your student partner's acceptance to INSEAD? 02:35 – Decision to accompany Student partner to INSEAD 04:13 – The INSEAD Partner experience 05:30 – How INSEAD fosters the community spirit among partners 07:00 – Advice for Partners who may be juggling work 10:22 – INSEAD resources that are useful for personal and professional development 11:55 – Advice for partners to maximize their time on and outside of INSEAD 13:40 – Opportunities and responsibilities of a Partner representative 16:20 – Favorite memory at INSEAD

INSEAD is one of the world's top business schools, known for its global reach, the diversity of its student body, and rigorous academic programs. And when it comes to preparing students for a career in consulting, INSEAD is second to none. From its strong connections with top consulting firms to its innovative courses and hands-on projects, INSEAD provides students with a comprehensive education that gives them the skills, experience, and connections they need to succeed in this competitive field. In this podcast, we'll hear from The career development centres resident consulting expert and a current sponsored MBA student from Strategy& who will share their insights on what makes INSEAD a top destination for aspiring consultants. Guests: Stephane Ponce Stephane is an experienced professional in the fields of partnership development, talent acquisition, talent development, campus recruitment, business advisory services, coaching and training. Stephane works with professionals around the world from a young high potential from our new Master in Management programme to the Managing Director of a reputed global organization. Walid Haddad Walid is an MBA’23J and consultant with Strategy&. Walid with other consultants including Johan, Virginia, Simon, Kevin, Tim and others have been working with the Consulting Club, joined forces with the INSEAD Consulting Club to create a mentor-mentee platform, by reaching out to all the consultants in their cohorts and try to match the consultants with mentees wanting to apply to consulting . Now, they are trying to standardize this matching system within a peer-to-peer learning system and include it in INSEAD’s current platforms.Timestamp:0:01 - Waleed and Stefan’s Introduction.2:57 - What inspired you to get into consulting?8:39 - What is the difference between a good consultant and a good listener?14:48 - Who are the major players in the consulting industry?20:22 - What happens if there is a change in the market.25:07 - How do you approach problem solving in the industry? What role does critical thinking play?28:26 - How to prepare yourself for a career in consulting.34:17 - How would you describe consulting to someone who has never heard of it before?40:05 - What’s the future of consulting?43:40 - Why Insead’s MBA programme is unique.