Penn State Smeal EMBA Visits & Events
In-Person Class Visits
One of the best ways to learn all that the Penn State Smeal Executive MBA in Philadelphia has to offer, and to experience our inclusive environment, is to attend a class session with us! We invite you to spend the day at the home of our program, Union League Liberty Hill, where you will participate in an EMBA class among current students and interact with our faculty and staff. Visitors will quickly begin to understand what makes Smeal an ideal business school partner.
To schedule your visit, please contact Managing Director Teresa Avery at tja162@psu.edu
| Location | Date | Featured Classes |
| Union League Liberty Hill | Dec. 3 & 4 | Finance, Risk & Decision |
| Union League Liberty Hill | Dec. 17 & 18 | Finance, Risk & Decision |
Information Sessions & Open Houses
These events give prospective students the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of our community and see more of what the Penn State Smeal Executive MBA in Philadelphia has to offer. We suggest you complete our Qualification Survey before attending an information session event. Check back often for more event opportunities!
| Event | Location | Date | Time |
| EMBA Virtual Information Session | Zoom | Dec. 14, 2021 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. |
Explore: Check out our immersive EMBA Experience website and hear from esteemed faculty and noteworthy alumni as they speak to the Smeal EMBA experience.
Online Class Preview Experience
Once you’ve attended one of our EMBA Virtual Information Sessions, you will be invited to log in via ZOOM to view and participate in a real EMBA class session on an upcoming weekend. Spring and summer preview course options include:
- Business Statistics with Dr. John Liechty
- Business Strategy with Dr. Vilmos Misangyi
- Consumer Behavior with Dr. Eunice Kim
- Leading Diverse Organizations with Dr. Aparna Joshi
- Strategic Leadership with Dr. Al Vicere
- Supply Chain Management with Dr. Nick Petruzzi
Previous EMBA Workshops and Events
| Event Title | Faculty |
|---|---|
| Smeal EMBA Career Panel Discussion | Dr. Jennifer Nicholas |
| Analyzing and Planning for Your Personal Finances | Dr. Lou Gattis |
| Building a Winning Value Proposition | Dr. Ralph Oliva |
| Indexing or Day Trading, What's Right for You! | Dr. Timothy Simin |
| EMBA Etiquette Dinner | Brenda Fabian |
| Developing Effective Leadership Strategies | Dr. Aparna Joshi |
| Modus Irrealis: On Truth and Lies in Accounting and Life | Dr. Sajay Samuel |
| Taking Command: A Checklist for New Captains of Any Industry | Korry Franke (EMBA, 2010) |
Annual EMBA Special Events, by Invitation Only
Smeal EMBA Admitted Student Reception
Each year, all admitted students are invited to join the Smeal EMBA staff, current students, and future classmates for an evening of networking and fun in a causal, relaxed atmosphere. Course materials are distributed for attendees who have confirmed their intent to enroll.
Smeal EMBA Family Picnic
Our annual summer family picnic will takes place each summer when we are able to be together in person. All current first year students are encouraged to invite their families for an evening of food, entertainment, and socialization!
Smeal EMBA Annual Holiday Reunion
When we are able to be together in person, we gather each November with students, faculty, staff and alumni for a special holiday reunion. Not only do we raise a glass to our EMBA community and enjoy a great evening together, but the whole event benefits THON and The Four Diamonds Fund to end childhood cancer.