Upcoming GMAC Webinars
Latest Learnings from the Graduate Management Education community
GMAC Professional Development Webinars and Virtual Discussion Forums (VDF) offer valuable opportunities for the GME community to connect online. The webinars and virtual discussion forums are carefully curated to deliver content presented by your peers and industry experts on a wide variety of subjects allowing you to stay abreast of emerging trends, gain valuable insights and practical tips as well as forge connections within the industry.
Virtual Discussion Forum or VDF
The objective of the Virtual Discussion Forum (VDF) is to provide an opportunity for GME professionals to share ideas or specific thoughts around the discussion topic. Discussions are facilitated by the members of the discussion group and participants are encouraged to ask questions, share solutions, best practices and generally contribute to the dialogue. The Virtual Discussion Forum (VDF) is not recorded and provides an open and dynamic platform for participants to engage in real-time conversations without the worry of their interactions being recorded.
Webinars
Webinars are scheduled presentations with a subject matter expert and an opportunity for Q&A. Webinars are recorded for viewing at a later time.
2024 schedule dates have arrived so add them to your calendar to save the date. Topics are under development and subject to change so please check back often for updates.
Navigating The Path For Women To Succeed In GME Webinar
Women represent a key demographic in the global workforce and are increasingly seeking advanced degrees to further their careers however many barriers and challenges still exist in attracting and retaining prospective female students in GME. This webinar will focus on fostering a more inclusive pipeline within Graduate Management Education (GME) by examining effective strategies to attract and actively engage women.
Through an in-depth exploration of our latest data on women considering graduate management education, we will unveil insights into the current landscape, prevailing obstacles, and career aspirations of women pursuing GME, both domestically in the United States and globally. Our discussion will equip you with essential tools and innovative strategies to help you recruit and retain female candidates in your program.
|
March 12, 2024
Register now!
|
Invest in Women: Accelerating Progress in Graduate Management Education (GME) - Virtual Discussion Forum
"Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress" is the United Nations 2024 theme for International Women's Day, celebrated each March. We extend an invitation to participate in a virtual forum to discuss how business schools are currently working to achieve gender equality across graduate management programs. How are business schools faring in terms of female enrollment within MBA and MS offerings? What messaging and recruitment strategies are resonating? What strategies are working for you, or not working? The session will be led and moderated by school representatives who have achieved recent success in attracting and retaining more women in their graduate programs. Come prepared to discuss your own experience and share ideas with others in the spirit of accelerating graduate management education into a more equitable future. Your participation promises to contribute to a rich exchange of ideas aimed at advancing the inclusion in the graduate management education.
|
March 26, 2024
Register now!
|
Spotlight on Africa: An Emerging Market with Tremendous Opportunities for GME - Virtual Discussion Forum
Africa, with its vast expanse and rich diversity, stands as a beacon for institutions aiming to broaden their global presence. The continent’s dynamic landscape includes a myriad of cultures, economies, and educational ambitions. This virtual discussion forum, led by a panel of schools with experience recruiting in Africa, will uncover the aspirations driving African students towards GME and how institutions can tailor their recruitment approaches to resonate with this dynamic demographic. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer, this session promises to equip you with practical ideas to jumpstart or enhance your recruiting efforts in the continent. Join us and discover why Africa is a pivotal destination for GME institutions seeking growth and innovation.
|
April 9, 2024
Register now!
|
AI? Sustainability? Flexibility? What Candidates Want From Business School Webinar
Artificial intelligence and social impact topics like sustainability and equity are among the latest disruptors in GME and higher education. But how do business school candidates actually expect these subjects to show up on campus and in the classroom? Join us as we dive deep into the latest edition of the GMAC Prospective Students Survey and unveil new insights and long-term trends about candidates’ curricular preferences, expectations for flexibility, application plans, career prospects, and more. Then, learn how to apply these new and trending research findings to your actual operations and strategic objectives.
|
April 23, 2024
Register now!
|
VDF: Topic TBA
Join this VDF to discuss emerging market opportunities and recruiting in Latin America. Learn tips from seasoned recruiters, experts on building the pipeline and local universities representatives on how to approach the market.
|
May 7, 2024
Registration opening 8 Apr
|
Webinar: Engagement and Recruitment Strategies
More details coming soon.
|
May 21, 2024
Registration opening 19 Apr
|
Webinar: Engagement and Recruitment Strategies
More details coming soon.
|
July 16, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
VDF: Topic TBA
Save the date to join the discussion on credentials.
|
July 30, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
Webinar: Marketing Strategies for Video and Content Marketing
Save the date to join this webinar for the latest tools and tips to boost your marketing efforts.
|
August 13, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
VDF: Best Marketing Tricks
Save the date to join the discussion and share your marketing tips.
|
August 27, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
Webinar: Effective Strategies to Boost Your Digital Marketing
Save the date to join this webinar to boost your engagement.
|
September 10, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
VDF: Emerging Technologies in Marketing
Save the date to join the discussion on AI, automation and digital platforms.
|
September 17, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
Webinar: How AI Is Transforming Higher Education
Save the date to join this webinar on the AI take-over.
|
October 8, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
VDF: How Are You Employing AI In Your Daily Work Stream?
Save the date to join the discussion on using AI in your work process.
|
October 22, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
Webinar: GMAC Research Presents the Application Trends Survey
Save the date to join this webinar for the latest GMAC Research.
|
November 7, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
VDF: Election Results Are In. Now What?
Save the date to join the discussion on how the outcome of the US presidential election will impact your recruiting strategy.
|
November 12, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
Webinar: GMAC Research Presents: A Year in Review
Save the date to join this webinar for the latest GMAC Research.
|
December 5, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|
VDF: 2025 Planning
Save the date to join the discussion on plans for 2025
|
December 12, 2024
Registration opens one month before
|