For senior executives looking to grow in the Asia-Pacific region, the ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Asia-Pacific track brings together the best of the East and West for one to develop the leadership skills, cultural knowledge, and business acumen needed to thrive.
Bringing together the best of the ESSEC and Mannheim business schools, the program is ranked #15 by Financial Times EMBA Rankings and #8 by QS in the Joint EMBA Rankings. The program offers a practical framework for leadership—giving participants an edge in a competitive world where technological and social advances are altering how businesses operate.
The ESSEC & Mannheim Executive MBA enables participants to:
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Develop a 360-degree view of business and expertise in all corporate functions
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Share best practices among peers and gain first-hand insights into different industries and functions through a group work philosophy
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Gain an international perspective on doing business through exposure to a variety of cultures and growing business markets
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Enhance leadership skills in preparation for taking on top level jobs
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Create and develop a valuable and lasting network of business partners and friends
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Increase versatility and value employers, thus multiplying career opportunities
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Acquire relevant knowledge and tools readily applicable to specific career challenges
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An International Outlook with a pan-Asian Core where courses are delivered expertly by predominantly Asian faculty. The curriculum also covers 2 additional regional perspectives (Europe and North America) through residencies at Mannheim Business School, in Germany, and a partner university in the US. |
An Inclusive Approach with a strong focus on actionable learning and tactical frameworks applicable in the workplace, including a program-long group project on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainability, which drives participants to develop start-up skills while also considering innovative business approaches and a view to sustainable / responsible practices. |
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An Innovative Curriculum incorporating the latest business trends in topics such as Digital Transformation and Bottom of the Pyramid, Negotiating Business Deals in Asia, and Responsible Leadership & Sustainability. |
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- Senior executives with at least eight (8) years of professional experience, including three (3) years of managerial experience
- A good academic degree from a reputable institution (there is an additional process in place for non-degree holders)
- A track record showcasing excellent work performance and leadership potential
- Very good command of the English language (program entirely taught in English)
The business world is constantly moving and evolving at an unprecedented pace. We have identified a combination of Asian insights essential to consider while conducting business in the region and made sure that the program incorporates a broad range of courses to cover both soft skills and hard skills.
The ESSEC & Mannheim Executive MBA Asia-Pacific program truly equips established and up-and-coming leaders with the expertise to handle various challenges often associated with leadership positions.
ESSEC's educational approach is based on the participants' autonomy, responsibility, and freedom . ESSEC focuses on business experience and on the international arena to nurture the development of future graduates and give them a taste for innovation and entrepreneurship.
After taking the ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Asia-Pacific program, I didn't just come across as another learning and talent development person. I could now speak the language of business and see things from a business perspective.
Head of Learning & Talent Management, Bank of Singapore, ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Asia-Pacific Alumna 2015
This cluster provides strong insights and tools to understand how the Asia-Pacific economic and business landscapes are structured and how they are evolving.
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Contemporary Economic Issues in Asia
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Geopolitics in Asia from a Managerial Perspective
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Global Corporate Strategy in Asia
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Supply Chain Management: Asian Perspectives
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Negotiating Business Deals in Asia
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Business Law
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Public/Private Partnership: Recipe for Success in Asia
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Islamic Business in Asia: The New Frontier
These classes give an overview of established business models and their evolution, and the new models which are sprouting across Asia-Pacific.
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Business Model Innovation
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Corporate Finance for Strategic Decision-making
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Accounting and Financial Reporting
In today's day and age, a leader needs to know the digital aspects of the company's strategy and manage them properly. This cluster will equip the participant with the know-how to understand the current corporate digital trends and how to leverage them.
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Marketing in Asia
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Digital Transformation and Bottom of the Pyramid
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E-Commerce and Platforms
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Brand Management Using Digital Marketing and Social Media
Committed to changing the narrative, these courses aim to equip tomorrow’s business leaders with the knowledge, conviction, and vision to drive a greener future.
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Responsible Leadership & Sustainability
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Talent Management and Inclusive Leadership
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Human Resource Management
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Ethics and CSR
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Executive Coaching
A real-life company project to apply the knowledge gained throughout the program.
The online course will be taught by professors from Mannheim Business School, covering different perspectives on a chosen topic
Participants will get to embark on one-week residency in Mannheim Business School and Georgetown University in the United States.
Prof. Cedomir Nestorovic, ESSEC Professor, specializes in Geopolitics, Islamic Business. He teaches worldwide and offers expert insights on news channels like CNBC, CNA, and in newspapers including Le Monde, Liberation.
Geopolitics Professor, and Academic Director of the ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Asia-Pacific
Laurent Bibard, ESSEC Professor, teaches Philosophy and Management across programs. With a PhD in Socio-economics of Technical Change, his research spans ethics, CSR, sustainable development. He consults for companies in various sectors and public institutions.
Professor of Philosophy and Management
Arijit Chatterjee, Assoc. Prof. of Strategy at ESSEC, explores inequality in firms, institutional change, and sustainable business models. His research is widely recognized and he'll introduce a new course on Responsible Leadership and Sustainability for the Global MBA in 2020.
Associate Professor, Management Department
Prof. Reetika Gupta, Assoc. Prof. of Marketing at ESSEC, researches consumer behavior, corporate social responsibility, and teaches across programs.
Associate Professor, Marketing Department and Global BBA Associate Academic Director
Prof. Ivana Ljubic, ESSEC's Prof. of Operations Research, specializes in decision making and network analytics, with previous research at various institutions.
Professor of Operations Research, PhD from Vienna University of Technology
Jan Ondrus, ESSEC Asia-Pacific Assoc. Prof., specializes in IT, digital ecosystems, and mobile payments, contributing to teaching and collaborating with industry and government.
Associate Professor, Information Systems, Decision Sciences and Statistics (IDS) Department
Xavier Pavie, ESSEC Professor, heads the iMagination Center in Singapore. He's an expert in marketing, innovation, and transdisciplinarity, contributing to major publications and receiving awards for pedagogical excellence.
Associate Academic Director for Master in Management & Director of iMagination Center
Prof. Sonja Prokopec, ESSEC LVMH Chair Professor, excels in luxury brand management research. Recognized globally, she advises luxury, fashion, and automotive sectors, coordinating the ESSEC Executive Online Certificate on Digital Marketing Strategies.
Professor of Marketing
Ashok Som, ESSEC strategy professor, PhD in Business Admin, specializes in Organization Redesign, HRM Innovation, and Asian Innovation. He directs EMiLUX and Global Executive Master in Hospitality Leadership. He established ESSEC's India Research Center.
Professor of Strategy
Maurice Thévenet, a professor at ESSEC Business School since 1984, holds an agrégation in management science, a doctorate, and an HDR. He has been the head of the ICP-ESSEC Business and Common Good program since 2021.
Professor, Management Department
Prof. Vijay Yadav, ESSEC faculty since 2011, specializes in finance, particularly mutual funds and investment management. He's received research awards and previously worked at the Reserve Bank of India.
Associate Professor, Finance Department
Prof. Yan Li researches mobile app, IT adoption, HR, IS leadership, and supply chain management. Published in top journals, she supervises Asian projects, holding degrees from Nanjing and National University of Singapore.
Professor, Information Systems, Decision Sciences and Statistics (IDS) Department
A leading pioneer in education since 1907 and ranked # 6 business school in Europe by the Financial Times. ESSEC holds the prestigious “triple crown” accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB. We offer a wide range of top-ranked programs that provide strong global exposure, professional networks, and career outcomes. Students can choose to study on three continents via our global campuses in Singapore, France, and Morocco. In helping our graduates advance their professional aspirations, we have produced business leaders who helm some of the world's most influential organizations, such as Accenture, PwC, UBS, Chanel, L'Oréal, and Van Cleef & Arpels.
We serve to establish strong links between our participants and international companies on various levels so that all can benefit from the transfer of knowledge.
With more than 65,000 alumni in 65 capital cities, ESSEC is proud of its strong and influential alumni network worldwide. Our alumni also value strengthening their network and widening their career opportunities through their associations within an active alumni community.
“The ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA Asia-Pacific filled the gap for me as it framed the HR strategies, showed the different models that companies use, and gave me an avenue to ask all the questions I needed. The beauty of the EMBA is in its interactive nature. Unlike in a traditional classroom, the emphasis is on information synthesis, not download. Lessons are discussion-centric, with an abundance of opportunities to brainstorm and question.”
ESSEC & Mannheim Executive MBA Class of 2021
Head of Digital, International Fuels & Lubricants at Chevron
Contact our EMBA program advisor Png Zhe Song via email or schedule a a one-to-one discussion.
Start your application for the ESSEC & Mannheim Executive MBA (Singapore Track).
Admissions Jury
Shortlisted candidates are invited to attend their official Jury in Singapore or via video conference, during which candidates will have the chance to present themselves in person, and go deeper into their motivations for attending the program.
Candidates will be notified of the outcome 1-2 weeks after the Jury. Candidates who receive their acceptance package will have 1 week to respond.
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Scholarships will be awarded to meritorious candidates in each class whose background, work experience, achievements, and personal profile contribute to the school's breadth and depth of diversity. There will be balanced considerations of both merit and financial needs. This award is open to all nationalities.
Value of the Award: Up to 25% of tuition fees
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The Singaporean Future Leader Scholarship is awarded to Singaporean candidates based on merit and the quality of his/her essay. It will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
Value of the Award: Up to 25% of tuition fees
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The Women Leader Scholarship is awarded to the selected female candidates based on merit and the quality of her essay. The committee will base its decision on the candidate’s essay and profile.
Value of the award: Up to 25% of tuition fees
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The Early Bird Scholarship will be awarded to a limited number of applicants who have accepted the admission offer and made the first payment before the respective deadlines. This award is open to all nationalities.
Value of the Award: 15% by 30 April / 10% by 30 June
