In July 2025, Harvard Business School (HBS) is scheduled to host a total of 18 MBA events, comprising 3 virtual events and 15 in-person events across various global locations. These events are designed to provide prospective students with comprehensive insights into the HBS MBA program, the admissions process, and the overall student experience.
In-Person Events
The in-person events are extensive and span multiple cities. Multi-school panels under the Top Business Schools Present series will be held in Lagos (July 2 & 3), Nairobi (July 5), South Africa (July 8), Austin (July 9), and Dallas (July 10), allowing students to hear from Harvard and other leading business schools during panel discussions and networking sessions. HBS will also host its own Information Sessions in Beijing (July 2), Shanghai (July 4), and Hong Kong (July 6), offering program overviews and opportunities to connect with local alumni. Additionally, the MBA Program Open House will be held on-campus on July 11, 18, and 25, including campus tours and discussions with the admissions team.
Deferred enrollment MBA programs will be highlighted through Insight Sessions in New York City (July 22), Boston (July 23), and Chicago (July 24), featuring application advice, networking, and panel discussions with admissions representatives from top business schools.
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Virtual Events
The virtual events include the Peek into Business Careers for Engineering Students on July 16, which is tailored for undergraduate engineering students interested in exploring business career paths such as strategy, operations, and product management. On July 22, HBS will participate in a virtual panel titled Top Business Schools Present: The Value of an MBA, offering insights into the benefits of pursuing an MBA and opportunities to network with representatives from top business schools.
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On July 24, the 2+2 Program Information Session will provide an overview of the HBS deferred admission pathway and financial aid options.
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02-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present in Lagos | Attend this in-person multi-school MBA event to hear from admissions staff at top business schools, including Harvard, during a panel discussion and connect with representatives during a networking reception in Lagos. | In-person |
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02-Jul-25 | HBS Information Session in Beijing | Prospective students can join this in-person session to learn about the Harvard Business School MBA program, hear an admissions presentation, and connect with local alumni in Beijing. | In-Person |
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03-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present in Lagos | Attend this in-person multi-school MBA event to hear from admissions staff at top business schools, including Harvard, during a panel discussion and connect with representatives during a networking reception in Lagos. | In-person |
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04-Jul-25 | HBS Information Session in Shanghai | Prospective students can join this in-person session to learn about the Harvard Business School MBA program, hear an admissions presentation, and connect with local alumni in Shanghai. | In-Person |
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05-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present in Nairobi | Attend this in-person multi-school MBA event to hear from admissions staff at top business schools, including Stanford GSB, during a panel discussion and connect with representatives during a networking reception in Nairobi. | In-person |
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06-Jul-25 | HBS Information Session in Hong Kong | Prospective students can join this in-person session to learn about the Harvard Business School MBA program, hear an admissions presentation, and connect with local alumni in Hong Kong. | In-Person |
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08-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present in South Africa | Attend this in-person multi-school MBA event to hear from admissions staff at top business schools, including Harvard, during a panel discussion and connect with representatives during a networking reception in South Africa. | In-person |
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09-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present in Austin | Attend this in-person multi-school MBA event to hear from admissions staff at top business schools, including Harvard, during a panel discussion and connect with representatives during a networking reception in Austin. | In-person |
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10-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present in Dallas | Attend this in-person multi-school MBA event to hear from admissions staff at top business schools, including Harvard, during a panel discussion and connect with representatives during a networking reception in Dallas. | In-person |
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11-Jul-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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16-Jul-25 | Peek into Business Careers for Engineering Students | Harvard Business School hosts a virtual session for engineering undergraduates to explore how their technical skills can lead to careers in business. Students will hear real stories and learn about roles in strategy, operations, and product management. | Virtual |
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18-Jul-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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22-Jul-25 | Top Business Schools Present: The Value of an MBA | Prospective students can join admissions representatives from ten top business schools, including Harvard Business School, for a virtual panel discussion on the value of an MBA. The event includes insights into each program, student experiences, and a networking session to connect directly with school representatives. | Virtual |
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22-Jul-25 | Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs: New York City | 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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23-Jul-25 | Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs: Boston | Prospective MBA students can join a panel discussion with admissions representatives from top business schools 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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24-Jul-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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24-Jul-25 | Insight into Deferred Enrollment MBA Programs: Chicago | Prospective MBA students can join a panel discussion with admissions representatives from top business schools 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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25-Jul-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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