Penn State Smeal EMBA Visits & Events
Attend an EMBA Virtual Information Session and learn more about the Penn State Smeal Executive MBA in Philadelphia. These sessions provide an in-depth review of all the program specifics, conversations with Smeal EMBA faculty and staff, as well as the opportunity to chat with program alumni about their experiences in the program. We suggest you complete our Qualification Survey before attending a virtual information session event. When you’re ready to register, just click on the name of the event and fill out the form!
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturday, March 20 Smeal EMBA Information Session | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Saturday, April 17 Smeal EMBA Information Session | 10 a.m. - 12 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. Fall preview course options include:
- Brand Management with Dr. Eunice Kim
- Business Finance with Dr. Lou Gattis
- Global Business Strategy with Dr. Terrence Guay
- Global Finance with Dr. Lou Gattis
- Investments with Dr. Tim Simin
- Issues in Executive Management with Dr. Dennis Gioia
- Risk & Decisions with Dr. Tony Kwasnica
- Strategic Leadership with Dr. Al Vicere
Upcoming Special Events
Click on the name of the event below to register for any of our upcoming special events. These sessions give prospective students the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of our community and see more of what the Penn State Smeal Executive MBA has to offer. Check back often for more special event opportunities.
| Event Title | Format | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smeal EMBA Happy Hour | Virtual | March 10, 2021 | 7-8 p.m. |
| Women in the Smeal EMBA | Virtual | March 23, 2021 | 12-1 p.m. |
| Smeal EMBA Alumni Spotlight | Virtual | April 27, 2021 | 7-8:30 p.m. |
| Smeal EMBA Military Information Session | Virtual | May 4, 2021 | 7-8:30 p.m. |
| Smeal EMBA Current Student Panel | Virtual | May 27, 2021 | 7-8:30 p.m. |
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.