INSEAD and ADGM Academy (ADGMA) have joined forces to introduce a new scholarship initiative aimed at Emirati professionals. The announcement coincides with ADGMA’s seventh year of delivering education in banking, finance, and public services. The scheme will provide ten scholarships for UAE Nationals to attend INSEAD’s open enrolment executive education programmes in 2026.
The partnership was unveiled at Abu Dhabi Finance Week and highlights a shared goal to develop leadership skills that support the UAE’s economic priorities. Both organisations aim to help professionals respond to shifts in global markets and financial systems.
ADGM Academy will identify and nominate Emirati candidates who meet INSEAD’s admissions standards. Successful applicants will receive full tuition coverage for selected programmes, allowing them to gain exposure to global business practices and leadership frameworks.
Professor Mark Mortensen, Associate Dean of the INSEAD Middle East Camp says, “INSEAD has been deeply rooted in Abu Dhabi since establishing our campus here in 2007. We are proud to deepen our partnership with ADGM Academy to empower Emirati professionals with global management education. This collaboration reflects INSEAD’s long-standing commitment to contributing to the UAE’s knowledge economy and leadership development agenda. By opening access to our executive programmes, we aim to support the growth of local talent who will shape the future of the region’s financial and business landscape.”
Ali Al Mehairi, Senior Executive Director, Business Enablement, at ADGM Academy and Research Centre says: Developing Emirati talent is at the core of our mission. Having a united vision opens doors to world-class learning that will empower professionals to lead with confidence and innovation. We extend our deepest gratitude to INSEAD for their steadfast commitment and collaboration. This initiative will not only strengthen national capacity-building but also create a noticeable impact that supports the UAE’s long-term economic ambitions and positions our nation as a hub for leadership and excellence.”
The collaboration supports national plans to build local leadership capacity, strengthen the financial ecosystem, and encourage long-term economic development based on skills and knowledge.
More information on INSEAD’s executive education offerings can be found at https://www.insead.edu/executive-education.
