About this event
One-to-One Meetings with the World's Top Business Schools
The Access MBA Tour is a series of One-to-One events connecting qualified candidates with admissions directors of top business schools through face-to-face and online meetings. The Tour helps aspiring business leaders start building a solid and sustainable career path.
Pre-event guidance:
- All registered candidates get free pre-event guidance and school matching.
- Free Access PremiumConsult and Fast-track event service is available to select early-bird registered candidates. Limited availability.
On the day of the Access MBA event, you will:
- Meet admissions directors during 20-minute One-to-One and small group meetings
- Take part in panel discussions featuring school representatives and alumni
- Receive advice and support from the Access MBA consulting team, as well as GMAT and scholarship information
How to Participate
Participation is free of charge and is by invitation only. Here is how it works:
Step 1: Sign up and complete the online registration form, preferably at least 10 days before the event. Then, we review each profile and call the candidates to gain a detailed understanding of their MBA projects, assess their motivation, and help them identify their options. The conversation is conducted in English.
Exclusive: Access PremiumConsult provides free pre-event online private sessions with school selection experts. It ensures pre-scheduled meetings and fast-track event service. Limited availability.
Step 2: After that, we evaluate each MBA candidate’s preferences and requirements and match them with the most appropriate business schools.
Step 3: Those selected for One-to-One meetings receive a list of their scheduled meetings with business schools. Candidates can change the schools in the list by turning to their dedicated consultant.
Step 4: Participate in the event and find the best university for your future.
In the event of late registration or if we are not able to reach selected candidates over the phone, we offer to consult them on the day of the event in order to determine which schools they can meet.
Agenda
May 2, 2024
17:00
Opening of welcome desk
17:30 - 21:15
One-to-One & small group meetings with business schools
* Resume or LinkedIn profile upload recommended
* Resume or LinkedIn profile upload recommended
17:00 - 21:15
Workshop - Free Resume and Visa Approval Review by Global Exchange
Venue
Radisson Hotel Astana
4, Saryarka Ave, Z10H9B8 Nur-Sultan, Astana, Kazakhstan
Venue Halls
Meeting hall - Saryarka 3 - Floor: 2
Participating Schools
Why Should I Attend
Find your MBA
Discover which MBA programs from top business schools are the perfect fit for you.
Insightful Panel Discussions
Attend panel discussions and learn firsthand from schools and alumni about their MBA experiences and programmes.
Admissions Guidance
Meet admissions decision-makers in person and get essential insights to strengthen your application.
Preparation Consulting
Receive expert guidance on GMAT preparation and enhance your application with professional CV and LinkedIn reviews.
Our Exclusive Services
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Advent Connect Event Platform
Stay connected and informed with Advent Connect, your dedicated platform for managing your profile and accessing event updates. -
‘Match & Select’ Schools for a Personalized Agenda
Discover and connect with top schools that match your preferences. Customize your event experience by building a personalized agenda. -
Consulting & Guidance
Get on-the-spot advice from our experienced consultants to identify the best-fitting schools and programs. -
Premium Services / Fast-Track Assistance
Enjoy exclusive services designed to facilitate your participation and enhance your event experience. -
Diverse Preparation Resources on PrepAdvisor Platform
Prepare with confidence by accessing a rich library of articles, videos, and podcasts on our PrepAdvisor platform.
Event Attendee Benefits
We understand the challenges candidates face as they seek to obtain an MBA degree. That’s why we at Access MBA have always stood by aspirants and supported them with a wide range of incentives designed to help them enrol in their dream programme. To reward commitment and ambition, we give candidates who have participated in at least three One-to-One meetings access to all available incentives (see below).
- Bring a friend or a co-worker interested in an MBA and receive USD 1,000 scholarship
- Join the raffle for one free full self-paced MBA admissions consulting programme (worth USD 299), provided by MBAConsultant.com with access for 12 months
- At the event there will be a raffle for 1 online course by GMAT Prep provider Manhattan Review
- Complete all your meetings and get the chance to win a $150 Gift Card to your dream study destination by Turkish Airlines
- Receive a 10% discount on all services provided by Global Exchange.
- Attend the event and get VISA approval review or internship offer right on spot by Global Exchange
- Claim a free online CV Check and Career Consultation after you meet all matching business schools
Candidate Testimonials
Event Partners
Most common questions
Yes! Register and participate in the event free of charge. To guarantee the best possible event experience and secure school meetings, we recommend that you sign up as early as possible.
Each attendee receives the Access MBA Guide latest edition & Admissions book by ClearAdmit. Attend 3+ meetings for a chance to win a GMAT course, $1000 scholarship, plus other discounts and incentives for consulting strategy sessions, test prep, and more.
Before the event, we recommend you learn the main info about the MBA programs on your schedule. This allows your meetings to be spent on questions beyond the basics. Deeper, productive conversations with school representatives is what this event is all about.
You’ll leverage the extensive knowledge of MBA Admissions Directors that’s most relevant to your own experience and interests. This is far beyond what any website could capture! Alumni panels and on-site industry experts arm you with insights to make the best possible choices in your journey to business school.
We’ll connect with you before the event to get to know your profile, interests, as well as any programs you want to meet with. This helps us to build your individual schedule of meetings. Our team is always available to make changes to your schedule if needed.
Attendees must have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum 1-2 years of professional work experience. MBA programs at the event typically require between 2-8 years of work experience (after graduating undergrad). Requirements differ program to program.
We are here for you
The Access MBA team is composed of over 80 full-time and multi-lingual professionals that work on a daily basis to advance international business education from our offices in Paris, Sofia, Montreal and London..