Events
The Wisconsin Professional MBA Program offers several opportunities to learn more about the program and the application process. Registration for 2020-2021 events will open in the fall. Please contact us if you have any questions about the events.
Professional MBA Virtual Information Sessions
Information sessions provide a valuable introduction to the Wisconsin Professional MBA Program. Members of the admissions staff are on hand to provide you with information and respond to any questions you might have.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Oct. 7, 2020 | 5:30 – 6:00 PM CDT |
Previous Events
| Date | Recording |
|---|---|
| July 29, 2020 | View the session |
Wisconsin MBA: Virtual Information Session
Join the admissions team to learn about all three Wisconsin MBA Programs. Learn more about program differences and enhance your understanding of the Wisconsin MBA offerings.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Dec. 9, 2020 | 5:30 – 6:15 PM CST |
Webinar: Wisconsin Women Perspective
Join the admissions team and female MBA students for an informative webinar to learn about the experience of women in the Wisconsin MBA program. Learn more about the Wisconsin MBA program and ask any questions you might have about the MBA program.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Oct. 16, 2020 | 12:00 – 12:30 PM CDT |
National MBA Tours
The Wisconsin Professional MBA Program participates in national admissions and recruitment events that take place in numerous cities nationwide. Program representatives will be on hand to share information about the Wisconsin MBA. We encourage you to meet us on the road and ask the questions that matter most.
| Title | Date | Time | Location | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS MBA Connect – Chicago | Sept. 30, 2020 | 6:30 – 9:00 PM CDT | Virtual | Register at QS MBA Connect |
| Forte – West Coast US #2 | Oct. 13, 2020 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM PDT | Virtual | Register at Forté |
| Forte – Central US #2 | Oct. 15, 2020 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM EDT | Virtual | Register at Forté |
| Forte – East Coast US #2 | Oct. 20, 2020 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM EDT | Virtual | Register at Forté |
| QS MBA Connect – Texas | Oct. 24, 2020 | 12:00 – 2:30 PM CDT | Virtual | Register at QS MBA Connect |
| QS – West Coast | Nov. 17, 2020 | TBA | Virtual | Register at QS MBA Connect |
| QS – East Coast | Nov. 19, 2020 | TBA | Virtual | Register at QS MBA Connect |
M. Keith Weikel MBA Leadership Speaker Series
As a prospective Wisconsin Professional MBA student, you (and a guest) are invited to join the Wisconsin School of Business for the M. Keith Weikel MBA Leadership Speaker Series. This series brings influential business leaders and alumni to campus for speaking engagements. In addition to gaining new insights from successful business leaders in a variety of fields, you will have an opportunity to network with our speakers, alumni, staff, and students.
| Speaker | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rana el Kaliouby | Sept. 24, 2020 | 6:00–7:00 PM CDT | Virtual |
| Marvin Riley | Oct. 22, 2020 | 6:00–7:00 PM CDT | Virtual |
Meet with the Admissions Team
Drop-In Zoom Chat with Admissions
Talk to an admissions professional during drop-in chats via Zoom, Fridays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Schedule an Admissions Consultation
Not available Fridays? Schedule a time to meet with an admissions professional. Ask questions and work on your application strategy.
Webinar Series: How to Prepare a Compelling Application
Join the admissions team for an informative chat/webinar series designed to familiarize you with the admissions process, and provide guidance on how to produce a competitive application.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Sept. 23, 2020 | 8:30 – 9:15 AM CDT |
| Sept. 23, 2020 | 12:00 – 12:45 PM CDT |
| Nov. 10, 2020 | 8:30 – 9:15 AM CST |
| Nov. 10, 2020 | 12:00 – 12:45 PM CST |
GMAT and GRE Workshops
The Wisconsin Professional MBA Program offers you the GMAT and GRE Strategy Workshop to help you increase your potential score. These workshops are offered at no cost to you.
Our presenter for this session is a highly-rated instructor with 10 years of experience in the test prep industry who has achieved a student satisfaction rating of more than 95%. She received her education degree from Marquette University, and her J.D. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She has presented to hundreds of prospective students over the years and currently teaches GMAT and GRE classes in the Madison area.
During this complimentary strategy workshop, she will demonstrate key test concepts and show you how to identify the correct methods to solve problems. She asks you to come prepared with any questions or reservations you have about the exam, as this is the perfect opportunity for help!
Upcoming sessions will be held virtually on the following dates:
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Nov. 12, 2020 | 5:00 – 7:45 PM CDT |
| Jan. 19, 2021 | 5:00 – 7:45 PM CST |
Podcasts
If you are eager to learn more about the part-time MBA in an easily accessible format, check out our podcast series. Each month throughout the semester, the admissions team will share details about the program, admissions, and other timely topics.