In The Know by INSEAD

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.

The business world is often associated with stress and anxiety, but there is an increasing interest in mindfulness as a way to promote well-being in the workplace. Mindfulness is about being present in the moment and paying attention to your thoughts and feelings without judgment. It can help you cope with stress, boost your concentration, and improve decision-making. There is evidence that mindfulness can be beneficial for both individuals and businesses. For businesses, mindfulness can improve employee productivity and engagement. In addition, mindful companies are more likely to be creative and adaptable, traits that are essential in today's ever-changing marketplace. As more businesses begin to adopt mindfulness practices, it is clear that this ancient tradition can offer modern companies a competitive edge. Listen on your favourite platform Our guests: Joa Scetbon (Mindfulness Facilitator, INSEAD Psychological Services) Our hosts: Angela Rachel (Student Life Officer, INSEAD Degree Programmes) Eva Laporte (Student Life Officer, INSEAD Degree Programmes) Resources: INSEAD Psychological Services INSEAD has an international team of psychologists to work with students, staff and faculty in times of personal challenge or crisis. We offer individual and couple consultations, as well as Mindfulness groups, on the Fontainebleau and Singapore campuses. We also run workshops on various psychological issues for MBA students. We work both in-person and remotely. Appointments are completely confidential and free of charge. Timestamp: 01:10 - About the guests and role at INSEAD Psychological Services 01:45 - What is Mindfulness, and why is it important to practice this in our daily lives 05:55 - The difference between mindfulness and meditation, and some common misconceptions 09:38 - Common themes and why students and staff attend the mindfulness sessions at INSEAD 11:30 - How to adopt mindfulness practices in your personal and/or professional lives 13:26 - Practical ways to apply these practices to your life 18:35 - Benefits of learning mindfulness practices in person or workshops as compared to via digital apps 22:30 - Takeaway tips for those thinking of starting their mindfulness journeys, and sustaining these practices

INSEAD Student clubs are run by students and supported by the school. They play a vital role in the student experience. Our clubs cover a broad range of topics from Professional, Social to Sports. A large proportion of the student population is honing their leadership skills by being the management team of clubs. There are 40+ clubs at INSEAD. Campus activities or on-line events are organised by MBA student clubs and help to sharpen your leadership skills and enable you to explore and pursue new interests or old passions by becoming a member. Professional clubs A wide range of student-run professional clubs works closely with the INSEAD Student Life department and the INSEAD Career Development Centre. They organise regular networking and speaker events on campus, as well as webinars, competitions or "career treks" further afield. Some of the larger clubs also organise prominent annual forums and conferences, like the Private Equity Conference, the Women in Business Conference and the Global Luxury Forum. Non-Professional clubs In addition to our gyms offering regular fitness classes on both campuses (and the squash court in France), we have many clubs offering a wide variety of sports and leisure activities to network and enable you to pick up valuable new skills. There are also opportunities to represent INSEAD at inter-business-school events, such as the MBA Regatta and the MBA Golf Challenge. Our guests: Amanda Michel (co-president of the INSEAD Women in Business Club) Matt Disher (co-president of the INSEAD Football club) Timestamp: 01:30 - About the guests and their career backgrounds 03:10 - Decision and motivation to pursue a particular club 05:20 - Becoming a club leader, including process and timelines. 08:00 - Important considerations when becoming a club leader and challenges10:35 - Time management tips 13:20 - Benefits of joining a club and being an active member16:25 - Key events organized and important takeaways 19:47 - Working with Alumni and types of support from the alumni network 22:08 - Collaborating with other participants (MIMs and GEMBAs) 25:00 - Collaborating with departments within INSEAD and types of support (I.e. Student Life, CDC, Centres of excellence)27:35 - Describe your experience as a club leader