In February 2026, Harvard Business School (HBS) will host four MBA–related events, comprising two virtual and two in-person events. Together, these sessions provide prospective applicants with opportunities to learn about Harvard Business School’s MBA and deferred enrollment pathways, while also engaging directly with the campus and the broader business school community.
In-Person Events
The in-person events emphasize on-campus exposure and broader school engagement. The MBA Program Open House on 11 February takes place on the HBS campus and includes a campus tour along with discussions about the Harvard MBA experience led by the admissions team.
Later in the month, Top Business Schools Present in Boston on 25 February is an in-person MBA fair hosted at Harvard Business School, featuring a panel on the MBA experience and a networking reception where attendees can connect with admissions representatives from Harvard and other leading global business schools.
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Virtual Events
The virtual events focus on Harvard’s 2+2 deferred MBA pathway. A 2+2 Program Information Session on 4 February introduces the HBS MBA admissions process, financial aid, and the structure of the deferred pathway, led by a member of the admissions team. This is followed by a 2+2 Program Application Q&A on 26 February, where final-year students can ask specific questions about applying to the 2+2 Program and receive targeted guidance from admissions.
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| Date | Event | Description | Type of Event | Register |
04-Feb-26 | 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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11-Feb-26 | 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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25-Feb-26 | Top Business Schools Present in Boston | Prospective students can attend this in-person MBA fair at Harvard Business School to engage with admissions representatives from leading global business schools. The event will feature a panel discussion on the MBA experience, followed by a networking reception offering opportunities to connect directly with schools and learn about their programs. | In-Person |
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26-Feb-26 | 2+2 Program Application Q&A | Prospective final-year students can join this virtual Q&A session to ask questions about Harvard Business School’s 2+2 Program and hear brief application guidance from admissions. | Virtual |
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