COVID-19 Business School Bulletin
October 21, 2020
Poets&Quants is working with schools to provide prospective applicants and the general public with updates on admissions and campus information.
Beginning next week, we will be sending these communications out weekly on Thursday mornings via the Poets&Quants Newsletter and this blog.
Auburn University Harbert College of Business
The Harbert College of Business at Auburn University is working with prospective students to offer flexible enrollment options for Fall 2021 semester, and the GMAT requirement can be waived for applicants who meet established criteria. Wherever you are in your career, the Harbert College of Business has an MBA to fit your needs. The Full-Time MBA program is offering a student-hosted webinar on October 28 (4:00 pm central) to provide insights into the Auburn MBA student experience. Registration is required at aub.ie/mbaa. Applications are now open for Fall 2021. The Online MBA program is now accepting applicants for Fall 2021. GMAT waivers are available for those who meet established criteria. Our Executive MBA program is also accepting applicants for Fall 2021. The Executive MBA does not require the GMAT and is designed specifically for professionals with at least 8 years of work experience. Our team is available for appointments and at mba@auburn.edu to help you through this process. Visit us at harbert.auburn.edu for more information.
EGADE Business School Tec de Monterrey
The entire EGADE admissions process moved online, including admissions and English-proficiency tests, interviews as well as all personalized enrollment support. To facilitate the application process, GMAT and TOEFL requirements may now be waived for all applicants who meet established criteria. January admission is still open for the renowned EGADE – W. P. Carey Executive MBA, few seats are left. The Part-Time programs, i.e. EGADE - UNC Charlotte MBA in Global Business & Strategy and EGADE MBAOnline are accepting applications for April 2021. The EGADE Full-Time programs, i.e. MBA in Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Master in Business Management are admitting in September 2021, although seats are available, it is recommended to commence admission processes soon as these are filling fast. Meanwhile, courses take place via remote platforms, the digitalized study offer is complemented by various virtual experiences: (i) free bi-weekly Webinars aimed at strengthening Leadership for the Future of Business, (ii) courtesy access to over 2.500 courses on global learning platforms, (iii) one to one career counseling services, and (iv) numerous networking events on platforms like VirBella or Zoom. The EGADE team is available for appointments or guidance at admision.egade@itesm.mx and more information is available at https://egade.tec.mx.
Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business
The Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business Full-time MBA Program is piloting a GMAT/GRE test-optional admission process for Fall 2021. The Full-time MBA program’s Round 2 deadline is Friday, December 4, 2020. The Evening MBA program’s final deadline for the January 2021 start is November 2, 2020. You may connect with a Full-time MBA ambassador or Evening MBA ambassador, attend online events, or contact an admissions team member by emailing mbateam@scheller.gatech.edu.
IMD
Do you want to unlock your true potential and make an impact in the world? The IMD Assess your Chances form allows you to evaluate if there is a fit between your profile and our full-time MBA requirements, and to receive personal feedback before you start our Admissions Process. The application form for our 2022 program will available in November and application deadlines are February 1, May 1, July 1 and September 1. Good Luck!
Pepperdine Graziadio Business School
At Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, we train “best for the world leaders who act with integrity, have courage, who lead with compassion, and embrace an entrepreneurial spirit. Now, more than ever, is the time to upgrade your skills and redefine what's possible for your life and your career. To learn more about our programs, courses, and world-class faculty members, visit our website or schedule an individual consultation. Ready to apply? Submit your application by the final deadline date to receive a $750.00 scholarship. Deadline dates vary by program. For additional information visit: https://bschool.pepperdine.edu/admission/deadlines/
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
UNC Kenan-Flagler’s Full-Time MBA Round 2 deadline is January 5, 2021. GMAT/GRE waivers are available by request, and can be accessed and submitted from within your started application. If you are planning to request a waiver, we recommend submitting it as soon as possible. You can continue to work on your application while your waiver request is processing. We are here to support you and invite you to connect with us any time by email at mba_info@unc.edu, schedule an Office Hours appointment with a current student or admissions officer, or join an upcoming virtual event or webinar.
University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management
The University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management’s Full-Time MBA Program is offering a GMAT/GRE test waiver to highly qualified candidates for the 2020-2021 application cycle. Applicants can complete a GMAT/GRE waiver request in the full-time MBA application. Due to this recent decision, we are extending our Round 1 deadline to October 23rd. For more information on the waiver or application process, please email ftmba@umn.edu.
