Pre-EMBA Events
Upcoming Events
When possible we make conferences and guest speaker events that are hosted by centers or clubs at the Business school available to you as an admitted student. These are opportunities to get a feel for the access you will enjoy as a CBS student to business and thought leaders from a variety of industries.
Recorded Events
Spotlight On: The EMBA Career Management Center - Learn more about the EMBA Career Management Center. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the career resources and support available to EMBA students.
Financing the EMBA - Learn more about the loan information from the Financial Aid Office.
Orientation
Thank you for joining us at Orientation! This two-day program marked the beginning of your Columbia Business School journey and introduced you to the academic rigor, collaborative culture, and professional opportunities that define the Executive MBA experience.
Below you’ll find downloadable materials from Orientation to revisit key takeaways and prepare for the term ahead.
The EMBA Experience: Academics Overview
Presented by the Office of Student Affairs, this comprehensive deck walks through the EMBA curriculum, grading policies, academic standards, and support resources—including how to engage with faculty, tutors, and the academic advising team. It also introduces CBS’s innovative approach to integrating generative AI in the classroom.
Learning Team Jumpstart: Collaboration & Communication
Led by Dr. Ashli Carter, this session introduced your Learning Team and explored how individual strengths contribute to team effectiveness. The session included team dynamics exercises, role assessments (CUTRI), and the Marshmallow Challenge to foster trust, iteration, and productive collaboration.
Student Affairs Experience & Events
This presentation from the Office of Student Affairs outlines community-building experiences including Residence Weekend, international seminars, networking events, and student leadership roles. It also highlights important upcoming dates and how to stay connected through CBS clubs, events, and centers.
Residence Weekend
Residence Weekend is the official start of the term and provides a mix of challenging academic exercises and networking opportunities. Approximately one-fourth of the term's course work will be completed during Residence Weekend. Concentrated class time during this weekend allows you to devote yourself to the coursework, collaborate with your peers on projects and get back into the routine of an academic lifestyle.
Please note that attendance at Residence Weekend is mandatory. For the EMBA-NY Saturday Class of 2027, the first term Residence Weekend will be held from Friday, May 9 to Sunday, May 11.
- Residence Weekend will take place offsite
- Transportation will be provided from campus
- Accommodations will be made for you (check-in May 9, check-out May 11)
- Programming will begin on Friday morning and conclude on Sunday afternoon