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Welcome FX MBA Class of 2028!
Welcome FX MBA Class of 2028!
Congratulations on joining Georgetown University's MBA program. The MBA Program Office is thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey towards achieving your MBA. We are excited to embark on this transformative educational journey together. Your dedication, ambition, and commitment to excellence will undoubtedly propel you towards great success. Wishing you a remarkable and rewarding experience as part of the GU Community. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at mbaprogramoffice@georgetown.edu
Mark your calendar
Mark your calendar
1- MBA Orientation Week (July 28 - August 2, 2025)
All MBA Orientation details are available on the MBA Orientation page.
Please review it carefully to stay informed and prepared.
Flex (FX28) Orientation: Tuesday, Jul. 29, 2025 (schedule) 5-9:30 p.m. 💼Dress Code: Business Casual Attire
MBA Service Day (optional): Saturday, Aug. 2, Dress Code: Sports/outdoor outfit
The Georgetown MBA program's Opening Term is an intensive three-week period that serves as an introduction to the curriculum through the "Structure of Global Industries" course. Click here to view the full Opening Term Schedule.
Navigate to the FX-Hilltop/Bulldog tab to see your schedule for the Structure of Global Industries (SGI, BADM 5500) class, during this intensive three-week period. Note that the class schedule is subject to change.
Be sure to mark your calendar for all Opening Term sessions through Friday, Aug. 22! That includes class offsite throughout the first weekend, and class on campus the second Saturday. This is a more intensive schedule with commitments beyond the typical core class schedule you’ll have after Opening Term.
Celebrate the End of Opening Term 2025! - We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Join the MBA Program Office for a festive sendoff as we wrap up Opening Term with a night of celebration. Enjoy light food, drinks, a DJ, and great company. Faculty will also announce the winners of the Best Opening Term presentations.
Event Details: MBA Opening Term Closing Celebration
🎓 Who: FT27, FX28, and FXO28 MBA Students Only
No guests or partners allowed due to space constraints.
📅 When: Friday, August 22, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Where: Convene | 1201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA
Click here to view pictures of this event last year
3- FX Offsite Weekend (August 8 - August 10)
Get ready for the FX Offsite Weekend—an immersive class weekend for SGI with great opportunities to get to know fellow Flex students! Your overnight hotel stays are sponsored by the MBA Program Office.
🗓 Dates: Friday, August 8 – Sunday, August 10
📍 Location: Bethesda Marriott | 5151 Pooks Hill Road, Bethesda, MD
⏰ Arrival Time: Please arrive by 8:30 AM on Friday to check in with the MBA team and enjoy breakfast.
Key Reminders:
You’ll have class and team commitments from Friday morning through Sunday at lunchtime—make sure to take off work that Friday.
If you signed up to take the free shuttle from campus to the hotel:
The bus will leave promptly at 7:45 a.m. on Friday from the corner of Prospect Street and Tondorf Road on campus.
The bus will depart the Marriott after lunch on Sunday, Aug. 10 to return to Georgetown.
Click here to view more FX Offsite Weekend Info
Click here to view more FX Offsite Weekend Info
Accommodations
Single occupancy rooms have been booked, and paid for, at the hotel for all enrolled students.
The expectation is that all students will spend the full weekend (including Friday and Saturday night) at the hotel.
Hotel check-in/out:
When you arrive at the hotel please proceed to the MBA check-in area. We will provide an area to leave your luggage for safe-keeping until after class ends later that day.
After approximately 4 p.m., you will be able to check-in to your room. A credit card will be required at check in for incidentals (even if you do not plan on ordering room service or spending any money). There is no other expected cost for students, unless you plan on paying for parking (see below).
Check-out by 2 p.m. on Sunday.
Transportation
Program-Sponsored Bus
A program-sponsored bus is available to transport you to and from campus to the Bethesda Marriott.
Please submit the Opening Term FX28 Transportation Survey by Tuesday, Aug. 5 11:59 p.m. if you are interested in taking the bus.
Note: The bus will depart from Georgetown campus at the corner of Prospect Street and Tondorf Road at 7:45 a.m. SHARP on Friday, Aug. 8 and will depart the Marriott around 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 10 to return to Georgetown campus.
Drive/Carpool
You have the option of driving yourself or carpooling with classmates.
Parking is $19/day throughout the weekend ($57 total).
Other Logistical Information
Provided Meals
Friday and Saturday: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Sunday: breakfast and lunch
Throughout: snacks and coffee
Attire
Dress is casual.
We recommend you dress in layers as temperatures in the hotel are unpredictable.
Supplies
Please be sure to bring your own laptop and charger (all students will need to use a computer).
A paper nameplate will be provided for you while off campus.
4- Flex (FX) and Flex Online (FXO) Nationals Game (August 17)
Join the Student Government Association–Flex (SGA-FX) for a fun day at Nationals Park on Sunday, August 17 as the Nationals take on the Philadelphia Phillies! This is a great opportunity for FX and FXO students to connect with classmates, meet peers across both programs, and build your MBA network in a relaxed setting.
When: Sunday, Aug. 17, 11:35 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Nationals Park (1500 South Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States)
Tickets: Buy on HoyaConnect between July 25 to July 31 (priority)
5- Fall Class Begins (August 27, 2025)
The fall semester officially kicks off on Wednesday August 27. Please note: classes will follow a Monday schedule on this day.
Be sure to check the MBA Academic Calendar and prepare in advance based on your faculty's Canvas course sites.
Watch McDonough Foundations Videos
Watch McDonough Foundations Videos
To streamline your onboarding, the MBA Program Office has curated these videos to introduce foundational information to start your MBA journey at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business. Please review these videos and information on this page prior to the first day of Orientation.
MBA Program Office Intro & Co-Curricular Videos
MBA Program Office
Meet the MBA Program Office Team, a group of professionals who will support you to achieve your goals inside and beyond the classroom.
MSB_CoCurricular_2024_v1.mp4MBA Co-Curricular Experience
Juliana Olm - Assistant Dean, Strategy & Ops
In the Co-Curricular Experience Video, you'll learn more about opportunities beyond the classrooms.
MSB Technology Center Videos
MSB Orientation Part 1.mp4MSB Orientation Part 2.mp4Complete MBA Onboarding Track on HoyaConnect
Complete MBA Onboarding Track on HoyaConnect
The 2025 MBA Onboarding Track is your master checklist as an incoming Georgetown McDonough MBA student. It’s your centralized guide to completing essential prep tasks before fall classes begin. Most of the items may already be done—but this is the one place to track your progress, confirm what’s left, and check off each step to ensure you're fully prepared for the semester. Please complete all prior to the start of Fall classes on August 27, 2025.
More information on how to access is available at the MBA Orientation Page (Summer 2025)
Last but definitely not least… Review MyHoyaMBA.com!
Last but definitely not least… Review MyHoyaMBA.com!
MyHoyaMBA is your one-stop shop for everything MBA—academics, career resources, student life, and more. Before classes begin, take some time to explore the key sections below (especially Academics, Career, Student Resources, and Student Orgs) to set yourself up for success. You’ll use this page throughout your MBA journey—bookmark it!
Looking for something specific? Use the search bar in the top right corner to quickly find what you need.
Questions? mbaprogramoffice@georgetown.edu
See you in the Hariri Building soon!
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