INSEAD and Tsinghua SEM renew TIEMBA partnership, strengthening global leadership in Asia and beyond

SINGAPORE and BEIJING, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- INSEAD, The Business School for the World, and Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management (Tsinghua SEM), jointly announced the extension of their strategic partnership for another five years.

This marks almost two decades of success for the Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA (TIEMBA) programme.

The renewed agreement was signed by Professor Francisco Veloso, Dean of INSEAD, and Professor Bai Chong-En, Dean of Tsinghua SEM, at a ceremony held in Beijing on 22 May. The ceremony was joined by faculty, staff, students and alumni from both schools. 

Professor Francisco Veloso, Dean of INSEAD , said,  "I am very proud of our strong partnership with Tsinghua SEM. Together, we have built a truly global programme that not only prepares executives to lead across borders but also fosters a deep understanding of business in both the East and the West. We are excited to continue this journey and support the next generation of global leaders."

INSEAD's presence in Asia has grown significantly over the past two decades, anchored by its Singapore campus and strengthened through strategic partnerships such as TIEMBA. Today, INSEAD Asia Campus serves as a vital hub for world-class leadership education, with a diverse portfolio of programmes designed to develop responsible leaders across industries.

The school's Global Executive MBA (GEMBA) Asia track has attracted senior leaders from across the region, offering immersive learning experiences tailored to the complexities of Asian markets. In addition, MBA participants can begin their journey at INSEAD's Singapore campus, which demonstrates the school's dedication to preparing global business leaders with a deep understanding of Asia.

Beyond degree programmes, INSEAD has expanded its impact through Executive Education and Customised Corporate Programmes, partnering with leading multinational firms to develop transformational leadership strategies tailored to the Asia-Pacific landscape. These initiatives empower executives to navigate the evolving business environment while embracing cultural intelligence and innovation.

As INSEAD marks 25 years in Singapore, its influence continues to grow. Chinese students, faculty, and alumni have played a vital role in this journey. They contribute to the classroom with their unique perspectives, advance research that combines academic rigour with real-world relevance, and make a lasting impact across sectors in Asia and around the world.

Professor Bai Chong-En, Dean of Tsinghua SEM, said, " The Tsinghua SEM has always been dedicated to serving as a bridge that closely integrates diverse disciplines, business with technology, theory with practice, and is committed to fostering deeper connections between China and the world.

Our partnership with INSEAD has been successful, marked by enduring achievements. The TIEMBA programme has fostered global connections and contributed to economic cooperation between China and other nations. We are committed to strategically advancing this collaboration in line with our shared vision for global excellence."

Over the past four decades, Tsinghua SEM has become one of the world's most acclaimed business schools, a magnet for entrepreneurial activities and top professionals from across China and beyond.  International collaborations with institutions such as INSEAD, MIT and Columbia University have enhanced global engagement, while partnerships with over 100 universities worldwide have bolstered student exchanges.

The TIEMBA dual-degree programme began in June 2007 with an inaugural cohort of 45 participants from 17 nationalities. Since then, the 22-month programme has graduated over 680 global executives from 51 nationalities, with credentials from two of the world's most prestigious academic institutions.

Designed for senior professionals, the TIEMBA programme blends East and West. With its flexible modular format and strong support for career advancement, the programme offers both immediate applicability and long-term value. Participants benefit from global exposure, diverse peer interactions, and a strategic curriculum designed to prepare them to lead with purpose across cultures and markets.

Over the past 18 years, the TIEMBA programme has consistently ranked among the world's top EMBA programmes.  Its graduates represent a wide range of industries and geographies, and many occupy C-suite or entrepreneurial roles with global impact.

The new agreement will extend the TIEMBA programme through 2032, welcoming future cohorts across INSEAD's global campuses in Fontainebleau, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, as well as Tsinghua SEM's campuses in Beijing and Shenzhen.

Upon graduation, they will be part of two powerful alumni networks. These global communities offer lifelong access to a vibrant, engaged community of leaders, enhancing personal growth, business collaboration, and global influence.

For more information about the TIEMBA programme, visit here.

About Tsinghua SEM

Founded in 1984, Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management (Tsinghua SEM) has a mission "to advance knowledge and cultivate leaders for China and the world"; aspires "to be a world-class school of economics and management"; and holds "integrity, dedication and respect" as its core values. For more than 40 years, Tsinghua SEM has led the nation in talent training, scientific research, social influence and international exchange, and strove to become a world-class school of economics and management. More information about Tsinghua SEM can be found at www.sem.tsinghua.edu.cn.

About INSEAD, The Business School for the World 

As one of the world's leading and largest graduate business schools, INSEAD brings together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders who transform business and society. Our research, teaching and partnerships reflect this global perspective and cultural diversity. 

With locations in Europe (France), Asia (Singapore), the Middle East (Abu Dhabi), and North America (San Francisco), INSEAD's business education and research spans four regions. Our 165 renowned Faculty members from 41 countries inspire more than 1,300 degree participants annually in our Master in Management,  MBA, Global Executive MBA, Specialised Master's degrees (Executive Master in Finance and Executive Master in Change) and PhD programmes. In addition, more than 11,000 executives participate in INSEAD Executive Education programmes each year. 

INSEAD continues to conduct cutting-edge research and innovate across all our programmes. We provide business leaders with the knowledge and awareness to operate anywhere. Our core values drive academic excellence and serve the global community as The Business School for the World. More information about INSEAD can be found at www.insead.edu.  

SINGAPORE and BEIJING, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- INSEAD, The Business School for the World, and Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management (Tsinghua SEM), jointly announced the extension of their strategic partnership for another five years.

This marks almost two decades of success for the Tsinghua-INSEAD Executive MBA (TIEMBA) programme.

The renewed agreement was signed by Professor Francisco Veloso, Dean of INSEAD, and Professor Bai Chong-En, Dean of Tsinghua SEM, at a ceremony held in Beijing on 22 May. The ceremony was joined by faculty, staff, students and alumni from both schools. 

Professor Francisco Veloso, Dean of INSEAD , said,  "I am very proud of our strong partnership with Tsinghua SEM. Together, we have built a truly global programme that not only prepares executives to lead across borders but also fosters a deep understanding of business in both the East and the West. We are excited to continue this journey and support the next generation of global leaders."

INSEAD's presence in Asia has grown significantly over the past two decades, anchored by its Singapore campus and strengthened through strategic partnerships such as TIEMBA. Today, INSEAD Asia Campus serves as a vital hub for world-class leadership education, with a diverse portfolio of programmes designed to develop responsible leaders across industries.

The school's Global Executive MBA (GEMBA) Asia track has attracted senior leaders from across the region, offering immersive learning experiences tailored to the complexities of Asian markets. In addition, MBA participants can begin their journey at INSEAD's Singapore campus, which demonstrates the school's dedication to preparing global business leaders with a deep understanding of Asia.

Beyond degree programmes, INSEAD has expanded its impact through Executive Education and Customised Corporate Programmes, partnering with leading multinational firms to develop transformational leadership strategies tailored to the Asia-Pacific landscape. These initiatives empower executives to navigate the evolving business environment while embracing cultural intelligence and innovation.

As INSEAD marks 25 years in Singapore, its influence continues to grow. Chinese students, faculty, and alumni have played a vital role in this journey. They contribute to the classroom with their unique perspectives, advance research that combines academic rigour with real-world relevance, and make a lasting impact across sectors in Asia and around the world.

Professor Bai Chong-En, Dean of Tsinghua SEM, said, " The Tsinghua SEM has always been dedicated to serving as a bridge that closely integrates diverse disciplines, business with technology, theory with practice, and is committed to fostering deeper connections between China and the world.

Our partnership with INSEAD has been successful, marked by enduring achievements. The TIEMBA programme has fostered global connections and contributed to economic cooperation between China and other nations. We are committed to strategically advancing this collaboration in line with our shared vision for global excellence."

Over the past four decades, Tsinghua SEM has become one of the world's most acclaimed business schools, a magnet for entrepreneurial activities and top professionals from across China and beyond.  International collaborations with institutions such as INSEAD, MIT and Columbia University have enhanced global engagement, while partnerships with over 100 universities worldwide have bolstered student exchanges.

The TIEMBA dual-degree programme began in June 2007 with an inaugural cohort of 45 participants from 17 nationalities. Since then, the 22-month programme has graduated over 680 global executives from 51 nationalities, with credentials from two of the world's most prestigious academic institutions.

Designed for senior professionals, the TIEMBA programme blends East and West. With its flexible modular format and strong support for career advancement, the programme offers both immediate applicability and long-term value. Participants benefit from global exposure, diverse peer interactions, and a strategic curriculum designed to prepare them to lead with purpose across cultures and markets.

Over the past 18 years, the TIEMBA programme has consistently ranked among the world's top EMBA programmes.  Its graduates represent a wide range of industries and geographies, and many occupy C-suite or entrepreneurial roles with global impact.

The new agreement will extend the TIEMBA programme through 2032, welcoming future cohorts across INSEAD's global campuses in Fontainebleau, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, as well as Tsinghua SEM's campuses in Beijing and Shenzhen.

Upon graduation, they will be part of two powerful alumni networks. These global communities offer lifelong access to a vibrant, engaged community of leaders, enhancing personal growth, business collaboration, and global influence.

For more information about the TIEMBA programme, visit here.

About Tsinghua SEM

Founded in 1984, Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management (Tsinghua SEM) has a mission "to advance knowledge and cultivate leaders for China and the world"; aspires "to be a world-class school of economics and management"; and holds "integrity, dedication and respect" as its core values. For more than 40 years, Tsinghua SEM has led the nation in talent training, scientific research, social influence and international exchange, and strove to become a world-class school of economics and management. More information about Tsinghua SEM can be found at www.sem.tsinghua.edu.cn.

About INSEAD, The Business School for the World 

As one of the world's leading and largest graduate business schools, INSEAD brings together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders who transform business and society. Our research, teaching and partnerships reflect this global perspective and cultural diversity. 

With locations in Europe (France), Asia (Singapore), the Middle East (Abu Dhabi), and North America (San Francisco), INSEAD's business education and research spans four regions. Our 165 renowned Faculty members from 41 countries inspire more than 1,300 degree participants annually in our Master in Management,  MBA, Global Executive MBA, Specialised Master's degrees (Executive Master in Finance and Executive Master in Change) and PhD programmes. In addition, more than 11,000 executives participate in INSEAD Executive Education programmes each year. 

INSEAD continues to conduct cutting-edge research and innovate across all our programmes. We provide business leaders with the knowledge and awareness to operate anywhere. Our core values drive academic excellence and serve the global community as The Business School for the World. More information about INSEAD can be found at www.insead.edu.  

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INSEAD and Tsinghua SEM renew TIEMBA partnership, strengthening global leadership in Asia and beyond

 

A Legendary Gathering: 300+ Olympic and Paralympic Icons 'Ignite' the Athlete and Fan Journey to LA28
at LA Memorial Coliseum

ASSETS: Links to hi-res photos and video follow.

VIDEO: Hi-res video b-roll footage of LA28 Celebration on Eve of Ticket Registration Opening
Link: EXTERNAL_LA28 Olympic Ticketing Registration Broll_2026_01_14
Password: @Olympic_Ticketing-Registration#LA28
Link Expiration: 1/19/26

STILL IMAGES: Getty images from LA28 Celebration on Eve of Ticket Registration Opening
Link: https://dam.gettyimages.com/s/63qk5pxpk85x7gv6f9tzjpst

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting today at 10 a.m. ET/ 7 a.m. PT, sports fans worldwide can register for the LA28 Ticket Draw* and take their first step toward witnessing Olympic and Paralympic history. On the eve of this milestone moment, LA28 hosted more than 300 Olympians and Paralympians – representing 28 different Games dating back to 1960 – at the historic LA Memorial Coliseum in the interest of continuing to build an athlete-centric Games, marking one of the largest assemblies of Olympic and Paralympic athletes ever gathered outside of competition.

"LA28 is ready to welcome the world and the most spectacular athletes from every corner of it for what will be the greatest Games in history," said LA28 Chief Executive Officer, Reynold Hoover. "A ticket to the Games is more than just a seat in the stands. It's an opportunity to witness history and be part of the awe-inspiring moments where we celebrate the best of humanity and experience unity through the power of sport."

How the Ticketing Process Works: Register Today at Tickets.LA28.org
Registration is the first step for a chance to secure a time slot to purchase tickets. Once registered, participants will be entered into a ticket draw, which will randomly assign time slots to purchase tickets throughout multiple future ticket drops.

Here are the key details of the ticketing process:

• Starting today, January 14 (10 a.m. EST / 7 a.m. PST), through March 18, fans around the world can register for the LA28 Ticket Draw and the opportunity to be selected for a time slot when Olympic tickets go on sale.
• Time slots to purchase during Drop 1 will run from April 9 to April 19, 2026.
• Fans will be notified by email from March 31 to April 7, 2026 if they've been assigned a time slot.
• There will be rolling ticket drops starting in April 2026. Fans are encouraged to register today for the best choice of tickets and events, as capacity may be filled or limited in subsequent drops. Paralympic tickets will go on sale in 2027.
• Fans only need to register once to be entered for future ticket draws and Paralympic draws once tickets for this event go on sale later in 2027. Those not selected for the first drop will automatically be entered into future draws.
• Anyone who wants access to tickets – whether for one sport or multiple events – will need to register for the LA28 Ticket Draw.
• If registrants selected for a time slot do not purchase the maximum amount of tickets allotted for the Olympic Games (12 per person) during that slot, they will automatically be entered into subsequent ticket draws.
• Tickets to the Opening and Closing Ceremony will be available in Drop 1.
• Tickets start at $28, and details on pricing for all categories will be available when Drop 1 opens in April 2026.

Introducing the LA & OKC Locals Presale*
The Locals Presale runs from April 2 to April 6, 2026 before Drop 1 opens on April 9. Residents who register for the ticket draw with billing postal codes in the following Southern California and Oklahoma counties will automatically be entered into the draw for the presale and will have a chance to secure a time slot during a special early-access window prior to tickets going on sale to the general public: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Ventura, San Bernardino, Oklahoma, Canadian and Cleveland.

The LA28 ticket process will be powered by LA28's Official Ticketing Service Provider AXS and EVENTIM. In addition to individual tickets, curated ticket-inclusive hospitality experiences and packages from On Location will also go on sale in 2026. 

Options for Everyone
LA28 is committed to ensuring that tickets to the Games are accessible to everyone, especially for those in the Los Angeles community. To achieve this goal, LA28 is ensuring fans have a wide array of ticket options — from single tickets that will start at $28 to premium hospitality experiences — to witness the Games firsthand. This includes at least one million tickets priced at $28 and a third of tickets priced under $100.

In addition, LA28 launched a fundraising effort in November in which local sports teams, philanthropists and partners will contribute donations to fund free tickets that will go directly into the hands of local organizations to distribute within their communities.

To register for the LA28 Ticket Draw, visit Tickets.LA28.org.

In recognition of Visa's long-standing partnership with the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Visa is the Official Way to Pay.

ABOUT THE LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES
LA28 will bring the Olympic and Paralympic Games to Los Angeles in 2028, uniting more than 15,000 of the world's greatest athletes in a celebration of sport, culture and human potential. Set against a diverse collection of venues only Southern California can deliver, from the Pacific Ocean to Hollywood stages to world-class arenas, Los Angeles will become the third city ever to host three Olympic Games, following 1932 and 1984, and will also host its first ever Paralympic Games. The LA28 Games will celebrate historic milestones including becoming the first Olympic Games in history to feature more women athletes than men, the debut of new Olympic and Paralympic sports and becoming the first Games since 1948 to not build any new permanent infrastructure. Operating as an independently funded, non-profit organization, LA28 has built a strong foundation of successful commercial partnerships alongside licensing, hospitality, ticketing and with the support of the International Olympic Committee.

*NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT REQUIRED TO REGISTER, ENTER OR WIN. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. ELIGIBILITY SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION. MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. TERMS, DEADLINES AND PROCESS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. OFFICIAL TERMS FOR THE LA28 TICKET DRAW ARE AVAILABLE HERE. OFFICIAL TERMS FOR THE LA & OKC LOCALS PRESALE ARE AVAILABLE HERE. TICKET AVAILABILITY NOT GUARANTEED AND TICKET PURCHASES SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL TERMS AND REQUIREMENTS HERE.

 

 

A Legendary Gathering: 300+ Olympic and Paralympic Icons 'Ignite' the Athlete and Fan Journey to LA28
at LA Memorial Coliseum

ASSETS: Links to hi-res photos and video follow.

VIDEO: Hi-res video b-roll footage of LA28 Celebration on Eve of Ticket Registration Opening
Link: EXTERNAL_LA28 Olympic Ticketing Registration Broll_2026_01_14
Password: @Olympic_Ticketing-Registration#LA28
Link Expiration: 1/19/26

STILL IMAGES: Getty images from LA28 Celebration on Eve of Ticket Registration Opening
Link: https://dam.gettyimages.com/s/63qk5pxpk85x7gv6f9tzjpst

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting today at 10 a.m. ET/ 7 a.m. PT, sports fans worldwide can register for the LA28 Ticket Draw* and take their first step toward witnessing Olympic and Paralympic history. On the eve of this milestone moment, LA28 hosted more than 300 Olympians and Paralympians – representing 28 different Games dating back to 1960 – at the historic LA Memorial Coliseum in the interest of continuing to build an athlete-centric Games, marking one of the largest assemblies of Olympic and Paralympic athletes ever gathered outside of competition.

"LA28 is ready to welcome the world and the most spectacular athletes from every corner of it for what will be the greatest Games in history," said LA28 Chief Executive Officer, Reynold Hoover. "A ticket to the Games is more than just a seat in the stands. It's an opportunity to witness history and be part of the awe-inspiring moments where we celebrate the best of humanity and experience unity through the power of sport."

How the Ticketing Process Works: Register Today at Tickets.LA28.org
Registration is the first step for a chance to secure a time slot to purchase tickets. Once registered, participants will be entered into a ticket draw, which will randomly assign time slots to purchase tickets throughout multiple future ticket drops.

Here are the key details of the ticketing process:

• Starting today, January 14 (10 a.m. EST / 7 a.m. PST), through March 18, fans around the world can register for the LA28 Ticket Draw and the opportunity to be selected for a time slot when Olympic tickets go on sale.
• Time slots to purchase during Drop 1 will run from April 9 to April 19, 2026.
• Fans will be notified by email from March 31 to April 7, 2026 if they've been assigned a time slot.
• There will be rolling ticket drops starting in April 2026. Fans are encouraged to register today for the best choice of tickets and events, as capacity may be filled or limited in subsequent drops. Paralympic tickets will go on sale in 2027.
• Fans only need to register once to be entered for future ticket draws and Paralympic draws once tickets for this event go on sale later in 2027. Those not selected for the first drop will automatically be entered into future draws.
• Anyone who wants access to tickets – whether for one sport or multiple events – will need to register for the LA28 Ticket Draw.
• If registrants selected for a time slot do not purchase the maximum amount of tickets allotted for the Olympic Games (12 per person) during that slot, they will automatically be entered into subsequent ticket draws.
• Tickets to the Opening and Closing Ceremony will be available in Drop 1.
• Tickets start at $28, and details on pricing for all categories will be available when Drop 1 opens in April 2026.

Introducing the LA & OKC Locals Presale*
The Locals Presale runs from April 2 to April 6, 2026 before Drop 1 opens on April 9. Residents who register for the ticket draw with billing postal codes in the following Southern California and Oklahoma counties will automatically be entered into the draw for the presale and will have a chance to secure a time slot during a special early-access window prior to tickets going on sale to the general public: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Ventura, San Bernardino, Oklahoma, Canadian and Cleveland.

The LA28 ticket process will be powered by LA28's Official Ticketing Service Provider AXS and EVENTIM. In addition to individual tickets, curated ticket-inclusive hospitality experiences and packages from On Location will also go on sale in 2026. 

Options for Everyone
LA28 is committed to ensuring that tickets to the Games are accessible to everyone, especially for those in the Los Angeles community. To achieve this goal, LA28 is ensuring fans have a wide array of ticket options — from single tickets that will start at $28 to premium hospitality experiences — to witness the Games firsthand. This includes at least one million tickets priced at $28 and a third of tickets priced under $100.

In addition, LA28 launched a fundraising effort in November in which local sports teams, philanthropists and partners will contribute donations to fund free tickets that will go directly into the hands of local organizations to distribute within their communities.

To register for the LA28 Ticket Draw, visit Tickets.LA28.org.

In recognition of Visa's long-standing partnership with the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Visa is the Official Way to Pay.

ABOUT THE LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES
LA28 will bring the Olympic and Paralympic Games to Los Angeles in 2028, uniting more than 15,000 of the world's greatest athletes in a celebration of sport, culture and human potential. Set against a diverse collection of venues only Southern California can deliver, from the Pacific Ocean to Hollywood stages to world-class arenas, Los Angeles will become the third city ever to host three Olympic Games, following 1932 and 1984, and will also host its first ever Paralympic Games. The LA28 Games will celebrate historic milestones including becoming the first Olympic Games in history to feature more women athletes than men, the debut of new Olympic and Paralympic sports and becoming the first Games since 1948 to not build any new permanent infrastructure. Operating as an independently funded, non-profit organization, LA28 has built a strong foundation of successful commercial partnerships alongside licensing, hospitality, ticketing and with the support of the International Olympic Committee.

*NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT REQUIRED TO REGISTER, ENTER OR WIN. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. ELIGIBILITY SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION. MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. TERMS, DEADLINES AND PROCESS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. OFFICIAL TERMS FOR THE LA28 TICKET DRAW ARE AVAILABLE HERE. OFFICIAL TERMS FOR THE LA & OKC LOCALS PRESALE ARE AVAILABLE HERE. TICKET AVAILABILITY NOT GUARANTEED AND TICKET PURCHASES SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL TERMS AND REQUIREMENTS HERE.

 

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REGISTRATION FOR THE LA28 TICKET DRAW OPENS TODAY FOR TICKETS TO ALL OLYMPIC SPORTS