In October 2025, Harvard Business School (HBS) is hosting a total of 29 MBA events, comprising 16 virtual events and 13 in-person events.
In-Person Events
The in-person events focus primarily on experiential engagement with the HBS campus and community. Prospective students can attend Experience the HBS Case Method: Class Visit on 6, 16, 17, 24, and 31 October, providing a firsthand view of HBS’s teaching methodology. Additionally, MBA Program Open Houses on 17, 24, 29, and 31 October combine campus tours with program discussions led by admissions staff.
Regional in-person information sessions are scheduled in Monterrey (6 October), Georgia Tech (8 October), and Emory University and Mexico City (8 October), offering opportunities to connect with local alumni and learn about HBS’s MBA program.
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Virtual Events
The virtual offerings include multiple industry-focused panels under “The HBS MBA Advantage”, covering sectors such as manufacturing, consumer products, retail (16 October), technology and venture capital (17 October), consulting (21 October), healthcare and biotech (24 October), and finance and investing (28 October).
Additionally, prospective students can participate in virtual multi-school tours such as The MBA + Master’s Tour Africa (8 October) and India and Asia-Pacific (15 October), as well as sessions like 2+2 Program Information Session (15 October), HBS & HKS Joint Degree AMA (15 October), Student Insights: Life at HBS (21 October), Top Business Schools Present: The Value of an MBA (22 October), Unlock Your MBA Future: Exploring Top Northeast MBA Programs (23 October), Center for Public Leadership Fellowship Opportunities (29 October), Admissions Overview and Q&A (29 October), and 2+2 Alum Insights: AMA Edition (29 October).
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Entrepreneurial Insights
Other virtual opportunities include Entrepreneurial Insights: 20 Minutes with an HBS Founder (8 October), offering first-hand insights into entrepreneurship. These sessions provide prospective students with interactive insights into HBS’s programs, career pathways, and admissions guidance.
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| Date | Event | Description | Type of Event | Register |
06-Oct-25 | Experience the HBS Case Method: Class Visit | Prospective students can visit the HBS campus to experience the Case Method firsthand by joining a class session, offering a glimpse into the learning environment of the MBA program. | In-Person |
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06-Oct-25 | HBS Information Session in Monterrey | 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 Monterrey. | In-Person |
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08-Oct-25 | The MBA + Master's Tour Africa | Prospective students can join this virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Africa 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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08-Oct-25 | HBS Information Session at Georgia Tech | 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 Georgia Tech. | In-Person |
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08-Oct-25 | Entrepreneurial Insights: 20 Minutes with an HBS Founder | Prospective students can join this session with Jakob, Co-Founder and COO of Omi Health and Harvard MBA graduate, to hear about his entrepreneurial journey, startup experience, and career path from consulting to building ventures in health and technology. | Virtual |
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08-Oct-25 | HBS Information Session at Emory University | 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 Emory University. | In-Person |
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08-Oct-25 | HBS Information Session in Mexico City | 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 Mexico City. | In-Person |
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15-Oct-25 | The MBA + Master's Tour India and Asia-Pacific | Prospective students can join this virtual MBA + Master’s Tour India and Asia-Pacific to connect with admissions representatives from leading business schools. The event provides application guidance, opportunities to ask questions, and access to exclusive benefits such as fee waivers and test prep discounts. | Virtual |
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15-Oct-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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15-Oct-25 | HBS & HKS Joint Degree "Ask Me Anything" | Prospective students can join a virtual Q&A with current students and alumni to learn about HBS’s joint MBA/MPP and MBA/MPA-ID programs with Harvard Kennedy School, ask questions, and gain insights into the admissions process. | Virtual |
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16-Oct-25 | Experience the HBS Case Method: Class Visit | Prospective students can visit the HBS campus to experience the Case Method firsthand by joining a class session, offering a glimpse into the learning environment of the MBA program. | In-Person |
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16-Oct-25 | Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Retail: The HBS MBA Advantage | Prospective students can join this interactive HBS webinar to hear from students and alumni working in manufacturing, consumer products, and retail. The session features a panel discussion on career paths, classroom insights, and how an HBS MBA can drive impact in these industries. | Virtual |
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17-Oct-25 | Experience the HBS Case Method: Class Visit | Prospective students can visit the HBS campus to experience the Case Method firsthand by joining a class session, offering a glimpse into the learning environment of the MBA program. | In-Person |
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17-Oct-25 | Technology and Venture Capital: The HBS MBA Advantage | Prospective students can join this interactive HBS webinar to hear from students and alumni in technology and venture capital. The session includes a panel discussion on career insights, industry impact, and how the HBS MBA can accelerate success in these dynamic fields. | Virtual |
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17-Oct-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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21-Oct-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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21-Oct-25 | Consulting: The HBS MBA Advantage | Prospective students can join this interactive HBS webinar to hear from students and alumni about careers in consulting. The session features insights on how an MBA can accelerate success in the industry, along with personal experiences and a live Q&A. | Virtual |
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22-Oct-25 | Top Business Schools Present: The Value of an MBA | Prospective students can connect with Harvard and other leading business schools at this virtual session to learn about the value of an MBA, explore Harvard's Full-Time MBA program, and engage directly with admissions representatives. | Virtual |
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23-Oct-25 | Unlock Your MBA Future: Exploring Top Northeast MBA Programs | Prospective students can join this virtual session with admissions leaders from HBS, MIT Sloan, and Cornell Johnson to explore the Northeast advantage. The event highlights how location, experiential learning, and alumni networks support internships, projects, and post-MBA careers, and includes a live Q&A for admissions insights and guidance. | Virtual |
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24-Oct-25 | Experience the HBS Case Method: Class Visit | Prospective students can visit the HBS campus to experience the Case Method firsthand by joining a class session, offering a glimpse into the learning environment of the MBA program. | In-Person |
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24-Oct-25 | Healthcare and Biotech: The HBS MBA Advantage | Prospective students can join this HBS virtual panel to hear from students and alumni in health care and biotech. The session explores how industry experience enriches the classroom and how an MBA can advance careers in these dynamic fields, with live Q&A for participant questions. | Virtual |
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24-Oct-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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28-Oct-25 | Finance and Investing: The HBS MBA Advantage | Prospective students can join this HBS virtual panel to hear from students and alumni in finance and investing. The session highlights how industry experience enriches the classroom and how an MBA can accelerate careers in these fields, with live Q&A for participant questions. | Virtual |
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29-Oct-25 | Center for Public Leadership Fellowship Opportunities for HKS/HBS Joint Degree Candidates | Prospective HKS/HBS Joint Degree students can join this virtual session to learn about fellowship and financial aid opportunities from Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Business School, and the Center for Public Leadership. | Virtual |
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29-Oct-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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29-Oct-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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29-Oct-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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31-Oct-25 | Experience the HBS Case Method: Class Visit | Prospective students can visit the HBS campus to experience the Case Method firsthand by joining a class session, offering a glimpse into the learning environment of the MBA program. | In-Person |
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31-Oct-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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