Event Details
Future-proof your career at a Forté Forum.
The workplace is changing. Employers increasingly value professionals who can lead teams, solve complex problems, think strategically, and adapt to change. A Forté Forum helps you see how an MBA can help you build these in-demand skills, access leadership roles, and increase both your short-term and long-term earning power.
Event Agenda
Our Forums are drop-in style. Join us whenever you can.
5 PM
Registration & Networking
5:15 PM
How to Create Career Options
More skills. More opportunities. More earning power.
A fireside chat with:
5:45 PM
Networking with MBA Alumni
6:15 PM
Admissions Panel
Wondering what admissions committees actually care about? Hear directly from leading business schools about what makes an application stand out, including academics, work experience, leadership, essays, and recommendations, plus get the inside scoop on scholarships and financial aid. Bring your questions for a live Q&A.
Panel schools include:
6:45 PM
MBA School Fair & Information Sessions
School presentation schedule will be available at the event.
Presentations include:
8:30 PM
Event conclusion
What to expect
- Meet admissions representatives from leading business schools
- Learn how an MBA can support skill development and financial security
- Hear from successful women business leaders and MBA alumni
- Build connections with peers, MBA admissions reps, and professionals
- Get practical advice about MBA programs, admissions, and your career
FAQs
Is the event free?
Yes.
Do I need to be applying to an MBA program this year?
No. Whether you’re just beginning to explore or preparing to apply, you’ll find valuable information and connections.
Can I attend if I'm unsure about getting an MBA?
Absolutely. Many attendees come to learn whether business school aligns with their career goals.
What should I wear?
Business casual is recommended.
How long is the event?
Forté Forums are three and a half hours, but you can come and go as your schedule allows.
Who is this event for?
This event is designed for:
- College students exploring career paths and future graduate education
- Early-career professionals looking to accelerate their growth
- Mid-career professionals considering leadership opportunities or career transitions
- Anyone exploring whether an MBA is the right next step
Host
SPONSORS
Participating Schools
Arizona State University (W.P. Carey School of Business) • Boston University (Questrom School of Business) • Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper School of Business) • Columbia Business School • Cornell University (Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management) • Dartmouth College (Tuck School of Business) • Duke University (The Fuqua School of Business) • Emory University (Goizueta Business School) • ESADE Business School • George Washington University (School of Business) • Georgetown University (McDonough School of Business) • Georgia Tech (Scheller College of Business) • Harvard Business School • IESE Business School • Indiana University – Bloomington (Kelley School of Business) • INSEAD • Johns Hopkins University (Carey Business School) • London Business School • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Sloan) • New York University (Stern School of Business) • Ohio State University (Fisher College of Business) • Rice University (Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business) • Santa Clara University, Leavey School of Business • Southern Methodist University (Cox School of Business) • Stanford University (Graduate School of Business) • University of British Columbia (UBC Sauder School of Business) • University of California – Berkeley (Haas School of Business) • University of California – Irvine (Paul Merage School of Business) • University of California – Los Angeles (Anderson School of Management) • University of Chicago (Booth School of Business) • University of Colorado Boulder, Leeds School of Business • University of Michigan (Ross School of Business) • University of Minnesota – Twin Cities (Carlson School of Management) • University of North Carolina (Kenan-Flagler Business School) • University of Oxford (Saïd Business School) • University of Rochester (Simon Business School) • University of Texas at Austin (McCombs School of Business) • University of Texas at Dallas (Naveen Jindal School of Management) • University of Virginia (Darden School of Business) • University of Washington (Foster School of Business) • Washington University in St. Louis (Olin Business School) • Yale School of Management
