MBA Diversity Conferences

Two in-person events supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in business.

For those interested in pursuing an MBA degree, join us in person at the Knight Management Center to connect with others, learn about the admissions process and life at Stanford GSB, and get inspired by the opportunities at Stanford and beyond.

Location

In-Person | Stanford, CA

Schedule

Although the main format will remain unchanged, event schedules may change. Check before the event to see the most updated schedule.

Saturday, March 11, 2023

Women in Leadership Conference

The Women in Leadership conference brings together prospective students, current students, alumnae, faculty, and staff for a day of workshops, panel discussions, networking, and socializing.

Hosted by Stanford MBA Admissions and the Stanford GSB Women in Management Club, WiL highlights the strong, authentic community of women and allies at Stanford GSB who aim to build a supportive network and foster a more equitable and gender-mindful business world. In addition, WiL provides you with information around pursuing an MBA and the distinctive learning environment at Stanford GSB.

Registration for Women in Leadership is now closed, we will update this page with next years dates in 2024

Saturday, May 20, 2023

Diversity in Leadership Conference

Diversity in Leadership, known around campus as DiL, brings together prospective students from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the MBA classroom. At DiL, you’ll learn more about the Stanford MBA experience through workshops, panel discussions, networking, and socializing with prospective students, current students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Registration for Diversity in Leadership is now formally closed, if you're still interested in attending please email MBA Admissions at mba_admissions@gsb.stanford.edu

Register for the Diversity in Leadership Conference
View the DiL Conference Schedule

Who Should Attend

All are welcome! We are designing these events to help inform a diverse set of attendees by including panelists, students, and staff who have a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

These events are for anyone who is thinking about an MBA, including those who aren’t sure whether it is the right next step and those who are already planning to apply. Attendees will have a chance to learn more about Stanford GSB, the program, and admissions. Our hope is that these events will help you make an informed decision about what is the right next step to take.

I really loved the class immersion. While reading the case and prepping for the class, I caught myself several times being surprised it was so fun. —Women in Leadership Conference attendee
[I was most influenced by] how diverse the group attending the event was in terms of nationalities, races, genders, and sexual orientations. I felt welcomed at every moment. —Diversity in Leadership Conference attendee

Register for Free

There is no cost to register and attend the events. If however, you’re not able to attend, or find that your plans change, please click the “cancel registration” button in your event confirmation email so that we can open up your space to someone else.

The registration deadline for Women in Leadership 2023 is Sunday February 26 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Transportation & Lodging

We do not cover transportation or lodging expenses for these events. 

For lodging options near Stanford University, we recommend the following resources:

Virtual Events & Recordings

Can’t make it in person? Attend an online event! We host a variety of online events throughout the year with the goal to allow you to experience Stanford GSB virtually with our online events. In those events, you’ll still have the opportunity to hear from and connect with students, alumni, and staff.

Events are added all the time, so check our events page regularly!

Contact

MBA Admissions
+1 (650) 723-2766