In December 2025, Harvard Business School (HBS) will host 12 MBA events, comprising 9 virtual sessions and 3 in-person events, offering prospective students a mix of program insights, application guidance, and opportunities to engage directly with the HBS community.
In-Person Events
The in-person events consist of three MBA Program Open House sessions held on 5, 12, and 19 December at the HBS campus. Each Open House includes a campus tour, an overview of the MBA program led by the admissions team, and opportunities to engage directly with staff and students, offering a firsthand look at the HBS community and learning environment.
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Virtual Events
The virtual events include several themed sessions throughout the month. Student Insights: Life at HBS on 2 December allows attendees to hear directly from current students about academics, community, and campus life. The same day, Top Business Schools Discuss: Application Advice for Deferred MBA Programs brings together admissions officers from ten leading schools, including Harvard, for guidance on preparing strong deferred applications. On 3 December, the 2+2 Alum Insights: AMA Edition and Top Business Schools Present: Application Tips sessions offer Q&As and practical advice on strengthening MBA applications.
On 5 December, the Virtual Forté MBA Forum provides broader insight into the value of an MBA and access to school representatives. The MBA + Master’s Tour Europe on 10 December connects attendees with global business school representatives and application guidance. Later in the month, HBS will host a 2+2 Program Information Session and an Admissions Overview and Q&A on 17 December, followed by the MS/MBA Ask Me Anything on 19 December, where students and alumni from joint degree programs share their experiences.
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• Leadership-Focused Essay: What experiences have shaped how you invest in others and how you lead? (up to 250 words)
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02-Dec-25 | Student Insights: Life at HBS | Prospective students can join this virtual session to hear from current HBS students as they share their experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives on life in the MBA program, with the opportunity to ask questions via Zoom. | Virtual |
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02-Dec-25 | Top Business Schools Discuss: Application Advice for Deferred MBA Programs | Prospective students can join this virtual session to hear admissions officers from ten top business schools discuss the value of deferred MBA programs. Representatives from Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Columbia, Booth, Kellogg, Yale, Berkeley Haas, UCLA Anderson, and UVA Darden will share guidance on preparing a strong application. The event will also outline upcoming opportunities to connect with individual schools. | Virtual |
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03-Dec-25 | 2+2 Alum Insights: AMA Edition | Prospective students can join HBS MBA students for an interactive Ask Me Anything session about the 2+2 program, exploring career opportunities, campus life, and the unique benefits of the HBS community. | Virtual |
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03-Dec-25 | Top Business Schools Present: Application Tips | Prospective students can join this virtual session to hear representatives from ten leading business schools discuss their MBA programs and offer practical tips for building a competitive application. The event includes a moderated panel with admissions leaders from schools such as Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Booth, Kellogg, MIT Sloan, and others, followed by a virtual networking session where attendees can ask questions and connect directly with panelists. | Virtual |
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05-Dec-25 | Virtual Forté MBA Forum | Prospective students can join this virtual Forté MBA Forum to learn about the value of an MBA and connect with admissions representatives from leading business schools. The session also features insights from MBA alumni who will share their experiences and offer guidance, alongside opportunities to expand their professional network. | Virtual |
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05-Dec-25 | MBA Program Open House | This on-campus event will be hosted by the admission team and will include a campus tour and discussion on the Harvard MBA program | In-Person |
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10-Dec-25 | The MBA + Master's Tour Europe | Prospective students can join this virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Europe to connect with admissions representatives from leading business schools. The event offers application guidance, opportunities to ask questions, and access to exclusive benefits like fee waivers and test prep discounts. | Virtual |
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12-Dec-25 | MBA Program Open House | This on-campus event will be hosted by the admission team and will include a campus tour and discussion on the Harvard MBA program | In-Person |
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17-Dec-25 | 2+2 Program Information Session | This virtual session will be hosted by a member of the HBS admission team who will outline the HBS MBA admission process and financial aid. Students can also learn about the HBS deferred pathway in this session. | Virtual |
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17-Dec-25 | Admissions Overview and Q&A | Prospective students can join this virtual session hosted by a member of the Harvard MBA Admissions Team for a brief overview of the program, financial aid, and admissions, followed by a Q&A. Attendees are encouraged to review the website and bring questions. | Virtual |
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19-Dec-25 | MS/MBA "Ask Me Anything" | Prospective students can join this virtual MS/MBA “Ask Me Anything” session to hear from current students and alumni in the Engineering Sciences and Biotechnology joint degree programs. They will discuss their backgrounds, experiences in the MS/MBA, post-graduation goals, and answer attendee questions about the program and application process. | Virtual |
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19-Dec-25 | MBA Program Open House | This on-campus event will be hosted by the admission team and will include a campus tour and discussion on the Harvard MBA program | In-Person |
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