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Visit UCLA Anderson! Sign up for a Campus Experience

Get to know us in person and experience everything UCLA Anderson has to offer!

When it comes to deciding if a school is the right fit for you, there is no substitute for first-hand experience. That is why we would like to encourage visit us in person (or virtually if you can’t travel). You can preview the UCLA Anderson MBA experience by participating in our MBA Campus Experience program during fall.  Our programming started earlier this week and will last until the end of November. The Campus Experience program will resume in mid-January when our students are back from their winter break.

When you sign up for a Campus Experience you have the option to select from all the activities available during the day of your visit. These may include General Information Session (GIS) presentations, school tours, class visits, and coffee chats. These events are great ways to learn more about the MBA program, our culture and individual experiences through the career recruiting process and club involvement.

• General Information Session (GIS) Presentation
  Learn about what sets us apart as a leading MBA program, pick up tips on how to successfully navigate the admissions process and get answers to your questions. Sessions are held generally on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:00 PM and are hosted by a second-year student ambassador or an admissions officer.
• School Tour
  Stroll through our beautiful campus and surrounding grounds with a student ambassador tour guide to see how our students make the most of our world-class facilities. Tours are offered generally on Mondays and Wednesdays during the academic year at 4:00 PM.
  
  
• Class Visit
  Join our students in an actual full-time MBA class and experience the collaborative environment among our students and faculty. Classes are generally held Monday through Thursday during the academic year.
  
  
• Coffee Chats
  Learn first-hand from a current student all about our culture and opportunities at UCLA Anderson. Grab your favorite beverage and join the conversation. Student coffee chats are offered at varying times Monday through Thursday.
  
  
• Access Anderson (Oct. 19, 2019)
  While not part of our Campus Experience program directly, Access Anderson is our largest open-house preview event in the year where you can hear directly from our school leadership and engage in lively discussion with our community of students and alumni to learn all about our program in a single but very comprehensive event.

If you can’t join us in person at our campus, you can still connect with us online at an General Information Session Webinar hosted by a student ambassador or admissions officer on most Thursdays from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM and/or watch one our featured students on a Liveguide webinar session. Past Liveguides are also available in our archives.

While participating in these events does not have a direct effect on the way applications are evaluated, we feel that applicants that have taken the time to learn more about our school are able to make a stronger case for why they want to be here (for example, in your essays) and tend to do better on their admissions interviews.

We hope you can take advantage of these resources as you learn about our school or prepare your application.

 

-- Adrian Aguirre '01, Associate Director of MBA Admissions

 

 

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Register Today: Access Anderson Open House Event!

 

UCLA Anderson is having our largest open house information event of the year, Access Anderson, on October 19. In today’s post, we are answering FAQ about this upcoming event for prospective applicants interested in our full-time MBA program

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Q: What is Access Anderson?
A. Access Anderson is an open house for those interested in learning more about the UCLA Anderson full-time MBA program. Attendees will receive advice on how and why to apply to our program. The MBA admissions team will be on hand to answer questions and offer insider tips. Current students and recent alumni will also be there to share their own MBA journeys, from application through career ROI. The morning will end with a Networking Fair that will give attendees the opportunity to learn more about their specific areas of career interest.

Q: Should people who have already attended another UCLA Anderson information event attend?
A. Yes! Whether you are just beginning to explore if an MBA is the next step for you or you've already applied (or somewhere in between), Access Anderson is a once-a-year opportunity to take a deep dive into all that Anderson has to offer. Year after year, we hear from prospective applicants and students that it’s Anderson’s culture and environment that truly set us apart from other top schools. There’s no better way to find out if Anderson is the right fit for you than by spending time with us and interacting with our community.

Q: Will I be able to get one-on-one time to ask my questions?
A. We’ve structured the event with a mix of panels and networking to give attendees the opportunity to make the most of their time on campus. The panels will address the topics that prospective students tend to ask about most frequently. The Networking Fair will give attendees the one-on-one time to talk directly with students, alumni, staff and faculty. Whether you want to learn more about a specific field of study, Anderson’s career resources, our many student clubs, or the academic opportunities we offer, we’ll be available to answer your questions.

Q: Can you give me a sneak peek into what you are looking for in prospective MBAs?
A. Most importantly, we want to maintain the culture that differentiates us from other top business schools. We want to continue strengthening diversity of all sorts in our class — including diversity of life and work experience. Our students learn as much from each other as they do in the classroom, so we build a class of 360 exceptional individuals who will thrive academically and enrich each other through their unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Q: How do I find out more agenda details and RSVP for Access Anderson?
A. Please visit the Access Anderson 2019 registration page for all event details and to RSVP. Here’s a summary of the agenda (tentative):

• Check-In(9:00 – 9:30 a.m.)
• All About Anderson Presentation:Learn about our academics, career resources and culture
• Admissions Insider Q&A Panel:Get application advice from the MBA Admissions team
• Student Spotlight Q&A Panel:Hear directly from current students and alumni
• Networking Fair:Mingle and network with members of our community representing a wide array of career functions, industries and interests

Looking forward to seeing you!

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Meet UCLA Anderson Director of MBA Admissions in the Bay Area!

We invite you to join Assistant Dean & Director of MBA Admissions Alex Lawrence ('99) of the full-time MBA program, along with local alumni, at our upcoming information events in San Francisco and Silicon Valley. This will be a great opportunity for you to learn more about our program, its culture and the resources available to help you succeed. The presentation by Dean Alex Lawrence will be followed by an engaging Q&A session with alumni.

• San Francisco Information Evening - September 25 (7-9pm)
  Salesforce East (350 Mission Street)
  
  
  
• Silicon Valley (Mountain View) Information Evening - September 26 (7-9pm)
  Google (2375 Garcia Avenue)
  
  

UCLA Anderson will be hosting additional events around the world -- please visit our admissions events page for our full schedule. You are also welcome to visit us on campus for our General Information Sessions, School Tours, Coffee Chats, and MBA Class Visits, join us online for our online webinars and MBA Liveguide Sessions.

To make sure you you hear about all upcoming events and important information, please fill out this short form to stay in touch. 

 

We are looking forward to meeting you soon on campus, on the road, and online!

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Live Student Webinar: Entrepreneurship@Anderson (August 20 @ 7pm PT)

Tune in Tuesday, August 20 at 7:00PM PT for a LIVE webinar with current UCLA Anderson MBA students! You will have the opportunity to connect with full-time MBA students Jessica Cheng and Sam Murray as they share their experiences in the startup community at Anderson. Jessica is creating a fitness app and Sam is building an algorithmic trading platform. They will also share their overall first year experience and life in Los Angeles. Come prepared with your questions so we can engage in lively conversation!

Register and view webinar here:

 

Learn more about our student hosts:

More about Jessica:

• Pre-Anderson: Senior Analyst, Corporate Planning - Royal Caribbean Cruises
• MBA Summer Internship: Entrepreneurship with the Anderson Venture Accelerator
• Post-MBA Goals: Entrepreneurship
• Leadership@Anderson: Co-President/Co-founder - Wellness & Yoga Club, Co-Founder - Sustainability@Anderson, President of Section A - Anderson Student Association, Director - Admissions Ambassador Corps
• Activities@Anderson: Entrepreneur Association, AnderTech, Net Impact, Strategy & Operations Management Association, Women's Business Connection, Outdoor Adventure Club

 

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More about Sam:

• Pre-Anderson: Senior Analyst - Compass Lexecon
• MBA Summer Internship: Engagement Strategy - ZestFinance
• Post-MBA Goals: Entrepreneurship and FinTech
• Activities@Anderson: Entrepreneurship Leadership Development Program, Entrepreneurs Association, Anderson Wine Club, Outdoor Adventure Club

 

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Meet the Deans of UCLA Anderson in Boston, New York, and DC!

We invite you to join Dean Rob Weiler ('91) of the full-time MBA program and Dean Regina Regazzi ('97) of the Parker Career Management Center, along with local alumni, at our upcoming information events in Boston, New York City, and Washington, DC. This will be a great opportunity for you to learn more about our program, its culture and the resources available to help you succeed. The presentation by the Deans will be followed by an engaging Q&A session with alumni.

• Boston Information Evening - August 20 (7-9pm)
  Manhattan Prep Boston (140 Clarendon St)
  
  
  
• New York City Information Evening - August 21 (7-9pm)
  The Westin New York at Times Square (270 W 43rd St)
  
  
  
• Washington, DC Information Evening - August 22 (7-9pm)
  University of California, Washington Center (1608 Rhode Island Ave NW)
  
  
  

UCLA Anderson will be hosting additional events around the world -- please visit our admissions events page for our full schedule. You are also welcome to visit us on campus for our General Information Sessions, School Tours, Coffee Chats, and MBA Class Visits, join us online for our online webinars and MBA Liveguide Sessions.

To make sure you you hear about all upcoming events and important information, please fill out this short form to stay in touch. 

 

We are looking forward to meeting you soon on campus, on the road, and online!

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Live Student Webinar: Entertainment@Anderson (August 6 @ 7pm PT)

Tune in this upcoming Tuesday, August 6 at 7:00PM PT for a LIVE webinar with current UCLA Anderson MBA students! You will have the opportunity to connect with full-time MBA students Sarah Duncan and Todd Duboff as they tell their stories of how the Anderson helped them launch into a career in the entertainment industry!

Register and view webinar here:

 

Learn more about our student hosts:

 

Tom Duboff '20 hanging out with Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse during his internship

 

Sarah Duncan '20 hanging out with fellow Ted "interns" at MRC Studios

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Visit UCLA Anderson! Sign up for a Campus Experience

After a few weeks off for relaxation and travel, our students returned this week for the Winter Quarter. Our Admissions Ambassador Corps (AAC) is back to work with our Campus Experience offerings, including General Information Sessions (GIS), school tours, class visits, webinars, coffee chats and lunches. These events are all great opportunities to learn more about the MBA program, our culture, and individual experiences at UCLA Anderson.

General Information Session (GIS)
Learn about what distinguishes our leading MBA program and how to successfully navigate the admissions process. This quarter, sessions are generally held on Mondays and Tuesdays (at 5:00 PM) and are hosted by a second-year student ambassador or an admissions officer.

School Tour
Stroll through our beautiful campus and surrounding grounds with a student ambassador to see how our students make the most of our world class facilities. This quarter, tours are generally offered on Mondays and Tuesdays (at 4:00 PM) during the academic year.

Class Visit
Join an actual full-time MBA class and experience the collaborative environment among our students and faculty. Classes are generally held Monday through Thursday during the academic year (beginning the 2^nd week of the quarter).

Webinars
Join our student ambassadors and admissions officers as we discuss the UCLA Anderson MBA experience, the admissions process and answer your questions. These interactive sessions are offered on most Thursdays from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Coffee Chat or Lunch
Hear from a current student all about our culture and the wonderful opportunities at UCLA Anderson. Grab your own favorite food or beverage and join the casual conversation.

We hope you will join us to learn more about the UCLA Anderson difference!

 

-- Stephanie Palencia, Associate Director of MBA Admissions

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow UCLA Anderson:  Twitter and Instagram
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Coffee Chats with UCLA Anderson Students this Winter Break!

During the months of December and January, UCLA Anderson students will be holding coffee chats around the globe. As our students are all around the world during their winter holiday break, enjoy coffee and casual conversation as you learn more about the UCLA Anderson MBA program, recruiting, and student life!

 

 

Our students will be hosting coffee chats in the following cities --

United States 

• Alexandria, VA
• Anaheim, CA
• Arlington, VA
• Atlanta, GA
• Baltimore, MD
• Berkeley, CA
• Boston, MA
• Charleston, SC
• Chicago, IL
• Houston, TX
• Los Angeles, CA
• Menlo Park, CA
• Miami, FL
• New York City / Brooklyn, NY
• Philadelphia, PA
• Richmond, VA
• San Diego / La Jolla, CA
• San Francisco, CA
• Santa Barbara, CA
• Washington, DC

International

• Bengaluru, India
• Bogota, Colombia
• Calgary, Canada
• Guangzhou, China
• Mumbai, India
• New Delhi, India
• Seoul, South Korea
• Shanghai, China
• Taipei, Taiwan
• Tel Aviv, Israel
• Toronto, Canada

 

Find out how the UCLA Anderson MBA can enhance your career and register now as space is limited!

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter and Instagram
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Visit UCLA Anderson! Sign up for a Campus Experience

 

We invite you to preview the UCLA Anderson experience by participating in our MBA Campus Experience program during Fall Quarter -- programming began this week and will end the last week of November. We strongly recommend you sign up if you are able, as this will be your last opportunity until students return to campus in January (this is especially important for those considering applying Round 2!)

Our Campus Experience offerings may include General Information Session (GIS) presentations, school tours, class visits, and coffee chats. These events are great ways to learn more about the MBA program, our culture and individual experiences through the career recruiting process and club involvement.

• General Information Session (GIS) Presentation
  Learn about what sets us apart as a leading MBA program, pick up tips on how to successfully navigate the admissions process and get answers to your questions. Sessions are held generally on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:00 PM and are hosted by a second-year student ambassador or an admissions officer.
  
  
• School Tour
  Stroll through our beautiful campus and surrounding grounds with a student ambassador tour guide to see how our students make the most of our world class facilities. Tours are offered generally on Mondays and Wednesdays during the academic year at 4:00 PM.
  
  
• Class Visit
  Join our students in an actual full-time MBA class and experience the collaborative environment among our students and faculty. Classes are generally held Monday through Thursday during the academic year.
  
  
• Coffee Chats
  Learn first-hand from a current student all about our culture and opportunities at UCLA Anderson. Grab your favorite beverage and join the conversation. Student coffee chats are offered at varying times Monday through Thursday.

If you can’t join us in person on-campus, you can still connect with us online at an General Information Session Webinar hosted by a student ambassador or admissions officer on most Thursdays from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM and/or watch one our featured students on a Liveguide webinar session (check out the archives!) as they share highlights of their personal MBA journeys.

 

-- Ilana Van Allen '13, Associate Director of MBA Admissions

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter and Instagram
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Register Today: Access Anderson Open House Event!

On Saturday, October 13, UCLA Anderson will be opening its doors for its largest open house information event of the year, Access Anderson. In today’s post, we are answering FAQ about this upcoming event for prospective applicants interested in our full-time MBA program

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Q: What is Access Anderson?
A. Access Anderson is an open house for individuals interested in learning more about the UCLA Anderson full-time MBA program. Attendees will get an inside take and advice on how and why to apply to our program. Our MBA admissions team — the people actually reviewing all of the applications — will be on hand to answer questions and offer insider tips. Current students and recent alumni will also be there to share their own MBA journeys, from application through career ROI. The morning will end with a Networking Fair that will give attendees the opportunity to talk one-on-one with students, faculty and alumni in their specific areas of career interest. This is a really special half-day event, where you’ll have the opportunity to learn all about getting an MBA at UCLA Anderson from the people who make it happen -- students, alumni, faculty and staff.

Q: Should people who have already attended another UCLA Anderson information event attend?
A. Yes! Whether you are just beginning to explore if an MBA is the right next step for you or you've already applied (or somewhere in between!), Access Anderson is a once-a-year opportunity to take a deep dive into all that Anderson has to offer. Year after year, we hear from prospective applicants and students that it’s Anderson’s culture and environment that truly set us apart from other top schools. There’s no better way to find out if Anderson is the right fit for you than by coming to spend time with us and interacting with our students, faculty and staff. We are expecting more than 200 attendees, which means this day is also a great way to meet your future classmates, too.

Q: Will I be able to get one-on-one time to ask my questions?
A. We’ve structured the day with a mix of panels and networking to give attendees the opportunity to make the most of their time with us. The panels will address the topics that prospective students tend to ask about most frequently. The Networking Fair will give attendees the one-on-one time to talk directly with students, alumni, staff and faculty. Whether you want to learn more about a specific field of study, Anderson’s career resources, our many student clubs, or the academic opportunities we offer, we’ll be available to answer your questions.

Q: Can you give me a sneak peek into what you are looking for in prospective MBAs?
A. First and foremost, we want to maintain the culture that differentiates us from other top business schools. We want to continue strengthening diversity of all sorts in our class — including diversity of life and work experience. Our students learn as much from each other as they do in the classroom, so it’s incumbent upon us to build a class of 360 exceptional individuals who will thrive academically and enrich each other through their unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Q: How do I find out more agenda details and RSVP for Access Anderson?
A. Please visit the Access Anderson 2018 registration page for all event details and to RSVP. Here’s a summary of the agenda (tentative):

• Check-In (9:00 – 9:30 a.m.)
• All About Anderson Presentation: Learn about our academics, career resources and culture
• Admissions Insider Q&A Panel: Get application advice from the MBA Admissions team
• Student Spotlight Q&A Panel: Hear directly from current students and alumni
• Networking Fair: Mingle and network over light appetizers with members of our community representing a wide array of career functions, industries and interests

Looking forward to seeing you at this amazing event!

 

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Stay in Touch: Introduce Yourself
Follow the Admissions Team @uclaMBA:  Twitter and Instagram
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]

Q: Should people who have already attended another UCLA Anderson information event attend?
A. Yes! Whether you are just beginning to explore if an MBA is the right next step for you or you've already applied (or somewhere in between!), Access Anderson is a once-a-year opportunity to take a deep dive into all that Anderson has to offer. Year after year, we hear from prospective applicants and students that it’s Anderson’s culture and environment that truly set us apart from other top schools. There’s no better way to find out if Anderson is the right fit for you than by coming to spend time with us and interacting with our students, faculty and staff. We are expecting more than 200 attendees, which means this day is also a great way to meet your future classmates, too.

Q: Will I be able to get one-on-one time to ask my questions?
A. We’ve structured the day with a mix of panels and networking to give attendees the opportunity to make the most of their time with us. The panels will address the topics that prospective students tend to ask about most frequently. The Networking Fair will give attendees the one-on-one time to talk directly with students, alumni, staff and faculty. Whether you want to learn more about a specific field of study, Anderson’s career resources, our many student clubs, or the academic opportunities we offer, we’ll be available to answer your questions.

Q: Can you give me a sneak peek into what you are looking for in prospective MBAs?
A. First and foremost, we want to maintain the culture that differentiates us from other top business schools. We want to continue strengthening diversity of all sorts in our class — including diversity of life and work experience. Our students learn as much from each other as they do in the classroom, so it’s incumbent upon us to build a class of 360 exceptional individuals who will thrive academically and enrich each other through their unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Q: How do I find out more agenda details and RSVP for Access Anderson?
A. Please visit the Access Anderson 2018 registration page for all event details and to RSVP. Here’s a summary of the agenda (tentative):

• Check-In (9:00 – 9:30 a.m.)
• All About Anderson Presentation: Learn about our academics, career resources and culture
• Admissions Insider Q&A Panel: Get application advice from the MBA Admissions team
• Student Spotlight Q&A Panel: Hear directly from current students and alumni
• Networking Fair: Mingle and network over light appetizers with members of our community representing a wide array of career functions, industries and interests