COVID-19 Business School Bulletin
May 20, 2020
Asia School of Business
The COVID-19 situation in Malaysia continues to improve. Malaysia recently instituted a modified version of its national lockdown called the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO). The CMCO will be in place until June 9th. As a product of our scenario planning process, the cumulative effects of COVID-19, and the improvements in Malaysia, ASB will be shifting to a new MBA program start date of September 28th for the Fall 2020 semester. If you are still interested in applying to ASB, please reach out to us at admissions@asb.edu.my. We are still accepting applications on a case-by-case basis. Visit us at https://asb.edu.my/academic-program/mba-admissions for more information.
Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business
Learn to thrive in times of change with a top-ranked MBA from Carnegie Mellon’s Tepper School of Business. Our MBA curriculum, available in 3 formats, combines the science of management with the art of leadership – skills in high demand. FALL APPLICANTS: We streamlined our admissions process: 1) Apply by 5/31; get a decision by 6/22/20. 2) No application fee through 7/31. 3) GMAT/GRE preferred, not required. 4) Reduced deposits hold your spot. See for yourself! Register to watch an online class: Marketing Research, Executive Communication, Corporate Strategy, and more. Your choice!
Copenhagen Business School MBA Programmes
Our campus is temporarily closed to safeguard the health of students and staff, but MBA students are busy following the curriculum from home. Teaching, teamwork and networking activities continue with the support of our online resources and our dedicated faculty. The intake for our Full-time MBA (Oct ’20 start), EMBA (Sep ‘20 start), and Blue MBA (Sep ’21 start) continue as normal, with all our info meetings and 1-2-1 candidate assessments taking place virtually. We accept the GMAT online exam, and also offer the virtual CBS MBA test as an alternative. Please visit our page for the latest updates: https://www.cbs.dk/en/executive-degrees/mba
Durham University Business School
At Durham University Business School we are looking forward to welcoming our new students in September/October 2020 to begin face-to-face teaching. However, we are also working hard to ensure we have alternative plans in place so our high-quality teaching offer can continue through other channels if needed. We continue to monitor the current situation and are regularly updating our FAQs with the latest information, so please visit our Covid-19 FAQs page for the most recent updates.
Esade Business School
The Esade MBA’s flexibility has always been one of its strengths. We’ve now added even more options that make it one of the most adaptable and customizable MBAs in the world. You will start your academic activities on the 5th of October following some online career activities during September. You then have two options: #1 Start your MBA on-campus on October 5th. You will start your MBA program with as many in-classroom activities as possible from October on. We will use new and innovative hybrid offerings when necessary to adjust to health and safety requirements. #2 Start your MBA on-campus on January 4th. You will start your in-classroom activities in Barcelona in January with a newly designed fast-track entry programme. In this option, you will accelerate your MBA with a limited number of online subjects and activities between September and December. This will allow you to merge with the October group already for term 2. You’ll then continue the rest of the programme together as a single cohort. Both entry options will allow you to take advantage of the 12, 15, and 18 month Esade MBA tracks and all other programme activities (Exchange, LABs, study tours, etc).
Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business
In response to the coronavirus, Georgia Tech continues to take precautionary measures to keep our community safe. Through virtual engagement, candidates may easily connect with Evening or Full-time ambassadors, attend online events, and speak with an admissions team member. The Evening and Executive MBA Program are accepting online scores as well as test waiver requests. We have two remaining deadlines for both our Evening MBA Program (May 29th and June 26th) and our Executive MBA Program (June 30th and July 13th). For Evening and Executive MBA candidates, the requirement for being currently employed is relaxed for those who have had employment changes as a result of COVID-19. The Full-time MBA Program has two remaining deadlines: June 1 and July 1. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and candidates will have decisions within a month of submitting a completed application. The Full-time Program is also accepting scores taken in the online format. If you need flexibility in submitting credentials, please let us know, we are happy to work with candidates on an individual basis.
IMD
Unlock your true potential with an IMD MBA. Our next application deadline is July 1. We recommend that you register as soon as possible for your GMAT or GRE test. As some test centers are now reopening, we encourage you to check the status of the center closest to you or to investigate online options. If you are unable to take your test before the July 1st deadline, please contact your regional advisor so that they can work with you to find the best solution. Should travel still be restricted, we will be offering online assessments for our July 1st application deadline where necessary.
Indiana University Kelley School of Business
Recognizing the challenges and concerns presented by the ever-changing situation related to COVID-19, the Indiana University Kelley School of Business has extended deadlines for several programs and made other accommodations for applicants. The Full-Time MBA Program, following the April 15 deadline, will continue to accept applications from domestic candidates on a rolling basis until June 1. Candidates will be given full consideration for admission and merit-based financial aid. If disruptions caused by COVID-19 have delayed completion of the GMAT or GRE, candidates are welcome to submit their application prior to taking the tests. The admissions committee will begin the review process, but test scores must be submitted before a final decision is made. While campus visits have been temporarily suspended, candidates are welcome to contact the program if they’d like to arrange a chat by phone or Skype with a member of the admissions team. The application deadline for the fall 2020 cohort of the Kelley Direct Online MBA Program has been extended to July 1. In addition to experiencing the program’s on-demand virtual open house, applicants can also join admission staff for online office hours and register to attend live info sessions by visiting the Kelley Direct Programs Meet Us page. For information on our other programs, please visit their respective pages : Master of Science in Information Systems , Master of Science in Finance, Master of Science in Accounting, Executive Degree Programs, Evening MBA Program, and Business of Medicine Physician MBA Program.
INSEAD The Business School for the World
INSEAD has postponed the start of the upcoming Master in Management (MIM) and MBA programmes in light of the current restrictions. We will welcome the MIM’21 class on 1 September 2020, and the MBA‘21J class on 28 September. Visit this page for the latest updates on INSEAD Master programmes: https://inse.ad/mpupdates
NC State University Poole College of Management
North Carolina State University's Jenkins MBA program has extended deadlines for its Full-time (US Citizens and Permanent Residents), Evening, and Online programs. The new deadline is May 13th, although candidates may speak with an admissions representative if additional time is needed. Evening and Online applicants receive automatic GMAT/GRE waivers and Full-time applicants may submit a waiver request. In addition, enrollment deposit waivers may be available upon request. Our admissions team is available to help candidates one on one and we encourage those interested to schedule a phone consultation or reach out to us at mba@ncsu.edu.
Pepperdine Graziadio Business School
At Pepperdine Graziadio Business School we act with integrity, have courage with compassion and lead with a pioneering spirit, even during times of uncertainty. We are committed to working with prospective students during the pandemic. Our team of Recruitment Advisors would be delighted to answer any questions you may have about our degree programs, the application process, or the Graziadio graduate school experience in general. Don’t hesitate to schedule an individual consultation with a recruitment advisor today! The Fall '20 priority deadline for our Part-Time MBA, Hybrid Part-Time MBA, Online MBA Program, Executive MBA, and Presidents & Key Executives MBA is June 1. The Fall ‘20 Executive Doctorate in Business Administration and MS in Organization Development program deadlines are June 15 and July 8, respectively. Apply to any of our graduate programs by June 1 to qualify for our early applicants $1,500 scholarship award. To learn more about our Pepperdine Graziadio Graduate Business programs please join our virtual events or contact us at pgbsadm@pepperdine.edu.
Rutgers Business School - Newark and New Brunswick
For Full-Time MBA applications for Fall 2020, the deadline is July 5. After that, we will accept applications on a rolling basis. Merit scholarships will still be available to qualified applicants through July 5. Applications to the Part-Time MBA program will be considered throughout the summer. Questions? Email rkwan@business.rutgers.edu so our admissions counselors can help you work through individual circumstances. Due to the current pandemic, we are willing to waive the application fee. To request a waiver, please put “RBS Cares” in the email subject line.
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
UNC Kenan-Flagler will delay the official start of the Full-time MBA program to August 31 and has extended the Round 4 Full-Time MBA program deadline through July 13. Applications will be reviewed and admissions decisions released on a rolling basis. Due to COVID-19 and applicants' reduced ability to access and prepare for the GMAT or GRE, GMAT/GRE waivers are available for new applicants. Applicants can submit other standardized test scores (e.g., SAT/ACT/LSAT/MCAT/etc.) and for those receiving waivers, formal offers of admission may be based on the successful completion of our Analytical Skills Workshop prior to the start of the program. Our admissions team is eager to help you with your questions about the application process, admissions policies and program-related information. We encourage you to connect with us any time by email at mba_info@unc.edu, join us for an upcoming webinar or visit our admissions status page for timely updates. In the meantime, be kind, be compassionate, be safe.
University of California - San Diego Rady School of Management
The Rady School of Management at UC San Diego is continuing to closely monitor updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges facing our students and applicants. In response to applicants’ reduced ability and access to prepare for the GMAT or GRE, the Rady School will waive the GMAT/GRE requirement for all Flex Weekend and Flex Evening MBA applicants for Fall 2020. All applications must be submitted before the final deadline of July 15 for Fall 2020 enrollment. Please email us at RadyGradAdmissions@ucsd.edu with questions, to setup a call with an admissions advisor, or to join us for an upcoming virtual information session.
Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management
Vanderbilt MBA has waived the application fee and testing requirement for applicants who apply during Round 4. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with applicants receiving an admissions decision within a week of application completion. The last deadline to apply for Fall 2020 entry is June 1, 2020. Vanderbilt MBA is also offering weekly Admissions 101 webinars and virtual campus visits for interested candidates. Please reach out to mba@vanderbilt.edu with any questions.
Wake Forest University School of Business
Wake Forest University School of Business is making adjustments to the application process for our Masters Programs (Management, Business Analytics, Accounting, MBA), including waived application fee and essay questions. Due to suspension of testing center offerings, we are also offering GRE/GMAT waivers for qualified students. Reach out to busadmissions@wfu.edu for more information, to request waiver codes, or to schedule a call with our admissions team.
