INSEAD Executive MBA vs. MBA - Explore the Difference

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Which Programme Suits You Best?

Most people are familiar with full or part-time MBA programmes, but an often heard question is about the differences between an MBA and an Executive MBA programme. So, what exactly are the differences, advantages and disadvantages, and how do you know which programme would suit you best?

This video and article contrasts the MBA and Executive MBA programme and highlights the curriculum, class profile, programme structure and admissions processes for both of them.

Executive MBA vs MBA - The Highlights

	EXECUTIVE MBA (EMBA)	MBA
Overview:	Designed for experienced professionals who wish to develop their leadership skills while they continue to advance their current careers.	Designed for early to mid-career professionals, this programme will develop your full potential and open doors to truly global career opportunities.
Average age:	38 years	29 years
Average work experience:	14 years	6 years
Duration:	14 - 17 months (modular)	10 months (full-time)
Curriculum and core courses to complete:	The INSEAD EMBA curriculum combines breadth and depth, theory and practice, hard skills and soft skills. It comprises of 12 core courses, 4 elective courses, 3 Key Management Challenges, 2 implementation essays, 3 reflection papers and a Final Project. Core courses: Corporate Finance Financial Accounting International Political Analysis Leading People and Organisations Macroeconomics Managerial Accounting Marketing Prices and Market Process and Operations Management Strategy Uncertainty, Data, and Judgment Business and Society	The INSEAD MBA curriculum comprises 14 core courses, 10.5 elective courses, and 1 Capstone project. The core courses provide a solid foundation in business, while the electives allow you to customise your learning according to your needs with over 75 elective courses in 10 different academic areas to choose from. Core courses: Financial Accounting Organisational Behaviour 1 Financial Markets and Valuation Prices and Markets Uncertainty, Data and Judgement Introduction to Strategy Corporate Financial Policy Managing Customer Value Organisational Behaviour 2 Managerial Accounting Process and Operations Management Leadership Communications Foundations
Leadership Development:	Leadership Development Programme Delivered by the INSEAD Global Leadership Centre, the Leadership Development Programme (LDP) combines a wide range of innovative learning methods designed to develop your authentic leadership styles.	Personal Leadership Development Programme with individual and group coaching Designed to provide students with a new standard in personal and interpersonal awareness and communication effectiveness.