Top 10 MBA Programs in Asia

In the last decade, Asia has become a lucrative destination for MBA seekers ready to forge international careers. Economic force China lures business students from near and far, and with an increasing range of MBA programs taught in English, its cities are becoming ever more attractive for those looking to take the next steps in their careers, whether they plan to stay and find work in Asia or take their experiences and understanding of the region back home. There are many locations in Asia to do an MBA: Singapore and Hong Kong both combine insight into Asia with strong connections to the West, and world-class business programs taught in native-level English. MBA programs in India and on mainland China are catering increasingly to international students as the two nations court more and more international investors.

Singapore, Singapore 33 Followers 171 Discussions
INSEAD - Singapore

For Asia-bound MBA applicants, it’s hard to look past Singapore. Indeed, the school’s Full-Time MBA is currently ranked right at the top of the Global MBA Ranking from the Financial Times. Although INSEAD’s first campus was its Fontainebleau, France one, since 2000 the school has also run programs out of Singapore, the sovereign city-state in southeast Asia. The triple-accredited school, whose MBAs are also highly ranked by The Economist and Businessweek, runs its Full-Time MBA program in parallel with INSEAD’s campus in France. Students can also take part in an elective course on the Abu Dhabi campus, as well as making the most of INSEAD’s partnership with the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

View School Profile
Shanghai, China 38 Followers 78 Discussions
CEIBS - Shanghai

CEIBS’ Full-Time MBA is typically ranked as one of the best MBA programs in Asia in the Financial Times’ Global MBA Ranking. Its Executive MBA also received a top-20 placing in the Financial Times’ EMBA Ranking 2016. Students can select from concentrations in Finance, Marketing or Entrepreneurship. With its main campus in Shanghai, CEIBS also has a presence in Beijing, Shenzhen, Zurich and Accra.

View School Profile
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (PRC) 31 Followers 162 Discussions
HKUST - Hong Kong Campus

In terms of MBA programs in Asia, Hong Kong’s position as a financial city where East meets West is a compelling choice for business students, and HKUST Business School delivers on that promise. Ranked 15th in the Financial Times’ Global MBA Ranking 2017, HKUST’s MBA is a 12-month program, which sits alongside the school’s part-time MBA programs that meet weekly or fortnightly.

View School Profile
Singapore, Singapore 61 Followers 130 Discussions
NTU - Nanyang

Another top business school in Asia is Singapore’s Nanyang Business School, which was also ranked among the top 100 MBA programs by both the Financial Times and The Economist in their most recent surveys. The general MBA is offered with three tracks: General Management, Strategy & Innovation or Banking & Finance. Meanwhile the Nanyang Fellows MBA, designed for senior executives, begins in Singapore and continues at three universities in the United States: The Wharton School in Philadelphia, Georgetown University in Washington DC, and UC Berkeley in California.

View School Profile
Singapore, Singapore 82 Followers 168 Discussions
NUS

For those interested in studying business in Asia’s financial powerhouse Singapore, NUS is another school worth considering. Ranked within the top 100 MBA programs by the Financial Times, The Economist and Businessweek, the school’ general MBA is offered alongside the Executive MBA, which has been ranked within the top 20 EMBA programs by both the Financial Times and The Economist.

View School Profile
Hyderabad, India 22 Followers 86 Discussions
ISB

For students looking to study in the South Asian country of India, one of the country’s most highly-regarded b-schools, the Indian School of Business has campuses in Hyderabad and Mohali. Ranked 27th in the Financial Times’ Global MBA Ranking 2017, IBS’s Post Graduate Program in Management (PGP) includes concentrations in Entrepreneurship, Public Policy, Infrastructure and Healthcare.

View School Profile
Ahmedabad, India 11 Followers 78 Discussions

Further north in Ahmadabad, the IIMA was also ranked within the top 30 MBA programs in the Financial Times’ Global MBA Ranking 2017. The 12-month Post-Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is the school’s equivalent of an MBA. As well as the regular program of classes, the PGP is also available as a Seminar track, where students undertake a research project.

View School Profile
Shanghai, China 11 Followers 31 Discussions

For Asia-bound MBA students looking to break into the world of Chinese business, the Antai College of Business and Management makes the most of its place within Asia’s largest economy. The school’s International MBA is a two-year program taught in English. This triple-accredited business school is also home to a well-regarded Executive MBA, which was ranked 7th in the Financial Times’ EMBA Ranking 2016.

View School Profile
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (PRC) 20 Followers 77 Discussions
CUHK

CUHK’s MBA program is allegedly Asia’s longest-running MBA, with a reputation for placing almost 30 percent of its MBA graduates in finance roles following graduation. As well as the standard 12-month MBA, the school offers dual MBA degrees with HEC Paris, the University of Texas at Austin and the Rotterdam School of Management. CUHK is also home to a two-year Executive MBA taught in English on weekends every two to three weeks, allowing students to keep up with work commitments.

View School Profile
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (PRC) 43 Followers 85 Discussions
HKU

Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, the University of Hong Kong sees MBA students spend time in Asian hubs like Beijing and Hong Kong and, depending on the chosen track, four months in London, New York, Hong Kong or Shanghai. This international focus has helped the program to be ranked within the top 100 MBA programs in the world by both the Financial Times and The Economist. More than 30 percent of graduates find roles in the financial services industry, while another 29 percent are placed in consulting roles, across Asia and elsewhere.

View School Profile

Related MBA News

May 26, 2020

FIND MBA Updates Top 10 Lists by Specialization for 2020

May 26, 2020

More MBA News

Related Articles

Why Asian Business Schools are on a Roll

Feb 20, 2020

MBA markets in Japan, Australia and India are developing in response to globalization

Why China is a Rising Force in Business Education

Dec 18, 2019

Fast economic growth and gender-balanced cohorts draw students from all over the world

MBA School Choice: NUS Vs. Nanyang

Dec 06, 2018

Singapore provides natural advantages and career opportunities, but which MBA in the city-state is right for you?

MBA Programs in Singapore: Learning Business in Asia's Gateway

Oct 20, 2010

The small Asian city-state is appealing to more business students looking East.

More Articles

More Top 10 Lists

More Top 10 Lists

Related Discussions

Thammasat University Business School
Jun 30, 2023  731  lesterrs
Best options in Thailand for MBAs
Jun 30, 2023  311  lesterrs
MBA Rankings Asia
May 29, 2019  2,341  12Sleepy
HKU vs SMU
Apr 30, 2019  1,357  joelewiss
Oversea MBA program in Malaysia
Jan 15, 2019  1,850  YJLow
English language MBA in Japan
Jan 08, 2019  1,908  laurie
Good Asia MBA
Oct 23, 2018  942  Televenger
MBA in Asia, is Malaysia a good choice?
Apr 18, 2016  18,517  Duncan
MBA in Asia and then?
Aug 27, 2013  828  Duncan
MBA Programs for Supply Chain in Asia?
Jul 15, 2013  1,808  chang dk
Good MBA Programs for Luxury in Asia
Oct 05, 2012  379  ralph
MBA in Asia
Sep 06, 2012  24,369  newvalleyg...
MBS vs AGSM vs HKUST vs HKU (x-post in Asia)
Feb 10, 2012  903  ralph
MBA Ranking for Asia
Sep 24, 2011  13,436  rawishon
MBA Finance - Asia
Apr 22, 2011  171  Mateo
MBA in Asia Pasific as an Indian
Dec 23, 2010  2,174  MBANetwork
Shortlisting Asian B-schools - Help needed
Jan 03, 2010  1,306  vincentwan...
Reputable?
Jul 25, 2009  176  theredstar
best MBA for Indians in Asia, please advice
Oct 05, 2008  4,993  jimmyb

Go to FIND MBA Discussion Board

Advanced MBA Program Search
KEYWORDS (optional)
COUNTRY / REGION
SPECIALIZATION
LANGUAGE
PROGRAM TYPE
INTAKE
SHOW ONLY
AVERAGE GMAT
AVERAGE WORK EXPERIENCE
TUITION
DURATION