Columbia Business School will host a total of 20 events in March 2025, including 9 in-person and 11 virtual sessions. The in-person events include multiple MBA Campus Visits, Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs across different locations, and a dedicated Deferred Enrollment Program Campus Visit. The virtual events cover topics such as application tips, diversity and inclusion, women in business, and student experiences.
Virtual Events
Virtual events include the Engagement & Inclusion Virtual Small Group Conversation (March 5 and 19), the Virtual MBA Information Session (March 10), and the Deferred Enrollment Program Women's Application Roundtable (March 11). Other highlights include The MBA Tour Spotlight on MBAs for Veterans (March 12), The MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight on Women in Business (March 19), and the August Round 3 Application Q&A Webinar (March 26). The month concludes with the Women of CBS Admissions Roundtable (March 28) and a session with the South Asia Business Association (March 31).
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On-Campus Events
The MBA Campus Visit will be held on March 3, 6, 24, 27, and 31 at Columbia’s Manhattanville campus, offering prospective students the opportunity to interact with the admissions team and current students. The Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs panel will take place in New Haven (March 4), New York City (March 5), and Philadelphia (March 6), where applicants can engage with representatives from top business schools to discuss program fit and application strategies.
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03-Mar-25 | MBA Campus Visit | Participating candidates can visit the Columbia campus in Manhattanville and chat with the admission team and the current students. | In-Person |
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04-Mar-25 | New Haven: Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs | Prospective MBA students can join a panel discussion with admissions representatives from top business schools at Yale, New Havens, to explore deferred enrollment MBA programs. The session covers program fit, application insights, and networking opportunities with participating schools. | In-Person |
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05-Mar-25 | Engagement & Inclusion Virtual Small Group Conversation | In this virtual session, prospective students will join Columbia Business School's Engagement & Inclusion admissions team to learn about the application process and explore inclusion-focused initiatives, including the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management and the Phillips Pathway for Inclusive Leadership. | Virtual |
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05-Mar-25 | NYC: Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs | Prospective MBA students can attend this panel discussion at New York to explore deferred enrollment MBA programs with admissions representatives from top business schools. The session includes application insights, a Q&A, and networking opportunities. | In-Person |
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06-Mar-25 | MBA Campus Visit | Participating candidates can visit the Columbia campus in Manhattanville and chat with the admission team and the current students. | In-Person |
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06-Mar-25 | Philadelphia: Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs | Prospective MBA students can join a panel with admissions representatives from top business schools to explore deferred enrollment MBA programs. The event includes a Q&A session and networking opportunities with participating schools. | In-Person |
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10-Mar-25 | Virtual MBA Information Session | This virtual session will be hosted by the admission representative from the Columbia MBA program who will explain the application process and give an overview of the program. | Virtual |
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11-Mar-25 | Deferred Enrollment Program Women's Application Roundtable | Prospective MBA students can join this virtual session for women applying to Columbia Business School’s Deferred Enrollment Program. The event offers application guidance ahead of the April 15, 2025, deadline, with an opportunity to ask questions and engage with the admissions team. | Virtual |
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12-Mar-25 | The MBA Tour Spotlight on MBAs for Veterans | Prospective MBA students can join this virtual event hosted by The MBA Tour to connect with Wharton and other top business schools. A Wharton admissions representative will be available to discuss the Full-Time MBA Program and answer questions. | Virtual |
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19-Mar-25 | The MBA + Master's Tour Spotlight on Women in Business | Prospective MBA students are invited to join The MBA + Master's Tour Women in Business, an online event offering the opportunity to connect with top business schools, engage with admissions decision-makers, and receive GMAT exam tips directly from its creators. The event is free to attend and aims to help participants enhance their applications and advance their careers. | Virtual |
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19-Mar-25 | Engagement & Inclusion Virtual Small Group Conversation | In this virtual session, prospective students will join Columbia Business School's Engagement & Inclusion admissions team to learn about the application process and explore inclusion-focused initiatives, including the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management and the Phillips Pathway for Inclusive Leadership. | Virtual |
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24-Mar-25 | MBA Campus Visit | Participating candidates can visit the Columbia campus in Manhattanville and chat with the admission team and the current students. | In-Person |
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25-Mar-25 | Deferred Enrollment Program Campus Visit | Columbia Business School offers a Deferred Enrolled Program Campus Visit, allowing prospective MBA students to tour the Manhattanville campus and interact with the admissions team. Registration is required, and attendees are asked to sign up for only one visit to ensure space for all interested candidates. | In-Person |
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26-Mar-25 | August Round 3 Application Q&A Webinar | Applicants can join the Office of Admissions for a webinar to get tips, tricks, and answers to their questions before submitting their August 2025 application in this virtual session. | Virtual |
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26-Mar-25 | Virtual Deferred Enrollment Program Information Session | Prospective MBA students interested in Columbia Business School's Deferred Enrollment Program can join this webinar to learn about the program and application process directly from the CBS admissions team. | Virtual |
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27-Mar-25 | Virtual Student Chat - Deferred Enrollment Program | Prospective MBA students interested in the Deferred Enrollment Program at Columbia Business School can register for a session to hear directly from current students in the program. The session will be interactive, allowing attendees to ask questions and learn about the students' experiences. | Virtual |
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27-Mar-25 | MBA Campus Visit | Participating candidates can visit the Columbia campus in Manhattanville and chat with the admission team and the current students. | In-Person |
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28-Mar-25 | Women of CBS: Admissions Roundtable | Prospective MBA students, particularly women and allies, can join the Columbia Business School Admissions team for an online session about the Full-Time MBA application process. This intimate, Q&A-driven event allows applicants to ask questions and learn more about the application process in a casual setting. | Virtual |
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31-Mar-25 | MBA Campus Visit | Participating candidates can visit the Columbia campus in Manhattanville and chat with the admission team and the current students. | In-Person |
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31-Mar-25 | Meet South Asia Business Association | Prospective MBA students can join this virtual session to connect with the South Asia Business Association (SABA) at Columbia Business School. Hosted by the Office of Admissions, the event provides insights into SABA and the CBS community, with a Q&A featuring current members. | Virtual |
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