The INSEAD MBA Class of July 2025 started their journey on the Fontainebleau and Singapore campuses in August. Read on below to meet some members of this class and browse more INSEAD MBA class profiles to find out more about our students' stories, their motivations for joining INSEAD and their aspirations for the future.
"For someone pursuing an international career, INSEAD’s global network is incredibly valuable."
Jakob Rak
Role prior to joining INSEAD: Manager Strategy and Business Development
German
Jakob grew up in a small town in Germany. After obtaining an undergraduate degree in international business, he decided to join a Swedish technology and manufacturing company.
"After spending several years in the same company, I felt it was the perfect time to step outside my comfort zone and seek new perspectives", shares Jakob. "Since I want to use the MBA to explore different career paths, the diversity of professional backgrounds in my class is immensely valuable."
"I appreciate how engaging the professors are and the emphasis on open dialogue and exchanging perspectives."
Wafa Walid
Role prior to joining INSEAD: Medical Innovation and Partnership Executive at AstraZeneca Singapore
Singaporean
Wafa hails from Singapore, where she developed a strong foundation in math and science, which led her to pursue a degree in biological sciences. She spent a few years in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on ecosystem strategy for digital healthcare.
"While I found the work deeply rewarding, I recognised gaps in my expertise that I believed an MBA could bridge. Ultimately, I hope to work with global teams in the pharmaceutical sector and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives", she says.
"I believe the unparalleled global footprint of INSEAD will enable me to drive impact."
Levin Shu
Role prior to joining INSEAD: Management Consultant
Chinese
Levin graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Before INSEAD, he lived and worked across Canada, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Uzbekistan, and Hong Kong SAR of China and has been an active advocate for social change.
"I chose INSEAD for its focus on bringing together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders", shares Levin. "As someone who feels a deep responsibility to give back to the community and contribute to social issues, I found my values aligned with the school and my peers."
"I came to INSEAD to empower parents, especially working mothers."
Moeko Kabuta
Role prior to joining INSEAD: Senior Account Manager at Google Japan Inc
Japanese
Moeko holds a Bachelor of Laws degree and built a strong career at Google in Japan, aiming to be a future marketing leader.
"My unique experience is that I come to INSEAD with my three-year-old daughter, while my husband stays in Japan", shares Moeko.
She pursues her INSEAD MBA on the Singapore campus and found the city state's digitalised way of life and easy access to live-in help and childcare particularly appealing.
"As an aspiring leader in Asia’s dynamic media industry, I’m ecstatic about the opportunity to hone my skills and build lifelong relationships at the INSEAD MBA."
Enrique Cuunjieng
Role prior to joining INSEAD: Strategic Partner Manager
American, Filipino
Born in Manila, Enrique identifies as a third culture individual who feels most at home in the Philippines.
"Still, my identity has been moulded through my time and experiences living in Washington D.C., New York, Hong Kong and Singapore. I’ve also spent summers and semesters interning and studying in Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai and Yunnan, China", he shares.
Enrique has a passion for music and sports, and aspires to become a leader in the media industry.
"Recognising how diverse perspectives shape the way we tackle problems has been the most unique part of my education so far."
Jen Flanagan
Role prior to joining INSEAD: Executive Director at Roca News
American
Jen was born and raised in Washington, DC. and pursued a career that combined her interest in history and passion for writing —first as an intelligence analyst focused on Francophone Europe/Africa and, most recently, at a news company.
"As an American, INSEAD’s connection to both Europe and Asia, and the opportunity to experience both, was extremely attractive to me. I’ll be able to deepen my network in Europe while gaining broader global experience. I also plan to visit friends at the Abu Dhabi campus", she says.
Class of July 2025 Statistics
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