In January 2025, Harvard Business School will host a total of 17 events, comprising 4 virtual sessions and 13 in-person coffee chats. These events are designed to offer prospective students an opportunity to engage with current MBA students and learn more about the Harvard MBA experience, including the 2+2 deferred enrollment program.
In-Person Events
The in-person Coffee Chat with Current Student events will take place across several cities globally, including Muscat, Mexico City, Manila, Riyadh, Bangkok, Singapore, Bandung, Jakarta, and Dubai. These coffee chats, occurring on various dates throughout the month, provide prospective students with a chance to engage in informal discussions with current MBA students. Attendees can gain valuable insights into student life, the academic environment, and the program experience at HBS.
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Virtual Events
Additionally, there are several virtual events focused on the 2+2 Program. On January 13, Applying to the 2+2 Program: Fireside Chat with a 2+2 Alum will feature Eric Calderon (MBA 2013), who will share his experiences and discuss how the 2+2 Program accelerated his career. On January 14, Applying to the 2+2 Program: Taking Advantage of the Deferral Period will offer insights from current students about how they used their deferral period. On January 15, Applying to the 2+2 Program: Who Are We Looking For? will provide attendees with an understanding of the qualities HBS values in candidates, led by an Admissions Board member. On January 16, Applying to the 2+2 Program: Breaking Down the Written Application will give guidance on the application process, focusing on essays and recommendations.
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On-Campus Events
Finally, on January 17, the MBA Program Open House will offer an on-campus experience, including a campus tour and discussions with the admissions team about the Harvard MBA program.
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03-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Muscat | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Muscat with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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03-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Mexico City | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Mexico City with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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03-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Manila | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Manila with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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06-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Riyadh | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Riyadh with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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06-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Bangkok | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Bangkok with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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08-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Singapore | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Singapore with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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08-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Bandung | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Bandung with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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11-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Jakarta | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Jakarta with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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13-Jan-25 | Applying to the 2+2 Program: Fireside Chat with a 2+2 Alum | Harvard Business School is hosting a virtual fireside chat with Eric Calderon (MBA 2013) to discuss how an MBA and the 2+2 deferred enrollment program can accelerate career growth. Calderon will share insights from his experience as part of an early 2+2 cohort. | Virtual |
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14-Jan-25 | Applying to the 2+2 Program: Taking Advantage of the Deferral Period | Harvard Business School is hosting a virtual event where current MBA students will share their experiences with the 2+2 Program. Attendees will learn why they applied, how they used their deferral period, and the career opportunities the program opened for them. | Virtual |
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14-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Singapore | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Singapore with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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15-Jan-25 | Applying to the 2+2 Program: Who Are We Looking For? | Harvard Business School is hosting a virtual event where an Admissions Board member will outline the qualities HBS values in candidates. The session will cover evaluation criteria, tips for presenting experiences, and address common application myths. | Virtual |
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16-Jan-25 | Applying to the 2+2 Program: Breaking Down the Written Application | Harvard Business School is hosting a virtual event to provide insights into the 2+2 Program application. An Admissions Board member will explain the application components, offer guidance on essays and recommenders, and address common application myths. | Virtual |
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17-Jan-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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19-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Dubai | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Dubai with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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23-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Mexico City | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Mexico City with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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24-Jan-25 | Coffee Chat with Current Student in Singapore | Harvard Business School invites prospective students to a coffee chat in Singapore with a current MBA student. Attendees can learn about life as a full-time MBA student at HBS and gain insights into the program experience. | In-Person |
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