MBA Orientation Summer 2023
Welcome to MBA Orientation, where your path for success begins!
Orientation is the compass that guides you through the initial stages of your MBA journey. You will about learn more about the MBA Program Overview, Campus & Facilities, Career Services, Academic Opportunities, Student Life, Peer support, Co-curricular experience, Student Organizations, and more. Orientation is your opportunity to lay a strong foundation for your MBA journey. Embrace the challenges, seize the opportunities, and prepare to unlock your full potential as a business leader.
Please note that content on this page is subject to updates and changes. Stay tuned for the latest information and updates.
MBA ORIENTATION 2023 OVERVIEW (Full-Time, Flex and Flex Online)
Orientation Slides & Recordings are available on MBA Program Office's Canvas Page
July 24, 2023
Veterans Orientation 12pm - 6pm
(Dress Code: Business Casual Attire)FXO26 Virtual Orientation
(click here to print version)
6pm - 9:30pm
(Dress Code: Business Casual Attire)
July 25, 2023
FT International Students Orientation (click here to print version)
8:30am - 4:00pm
(Dress Code: Business Casual Attire)
Please note that the required "OGS Immigration Session" is also part of this day at 12:15pm and will take place at the same location.
FX26 Orientation (click here to print version) 5:30pm - 9:30pm
(Dress Code: Business Casual Attire)
July 26, 2023
FT25 Orientation
(click here to print version)
8:00am - 5:30pm
(Dress Code: Business Casual Attire)
July 27, 2023
FT25 Orientation
8:30am - 5:00pm
(Dress Code: Business Formal Attire)Networking & Happy Hour (FT, FX & FXO)
5:00pm - 6:30pm
July 28, 2023
FT25 Orientation
8:30am - 5:00pm
(Dress Code: MBA Blue T-shirt provided + comfortable shoes for outdoor activities)
July 29, 2023
Community Service Day (FT, FX & FXO)
10:00am - 1:00pm
(Dress Code: Athletic Attire for outdoor activity)
ORIENTATION SCHEDULE (STUDENTS' VERSION)
Download the Guidebook app (iPhone | Android) to your smartphone to view your personalized schedule for Orientation activities. Your personalized schedule is found under the "My Schedule" tab on the menu (accessed under the three lines on the top left corner of your screen).
GETTING TO GEORGETOWN CAMPUS
Campus Bus
The Georgetown University Transportation Shuttle, otherwise known as the GUTS Bus, is free and runs service to six different locations in the DC area.
Dupont Circle, Rosslyn, Wisconsin Ave, Arlington Loop, Downtown DC, and the GU Law Center.
Routes that pickup near Metro stops:
Dupont Circle (accessible via the Metro Red line - map)
Rosslyn (accessible via the Blue, Silver, and Orange lines - map)
GUTS buses are free and operate daily (see route timetables for more information).
The G2 Metrobus and D6 Metrobus (DC public transit buses) drop off at the Georgetown campus as well.
Taxi/Rideshare
If you use a taxi or rideshare app, you can navigate to the Rafik B. Hariri Building to be dropped off outside of the building.
Campus is accessible by car via either the Canal Road entrance or the hospital Entrance 4 (Reservoir Road).
You can also be dropped off at the Main Gates (37th & O St.) for a short walk across campus.
Personal Car
Georgetown does not offer on-campus parking options for students.
Alternative transportation options are encouraged!
If you do drive to campus (not recommended), you can park in the visitor’s parking area - Southwest Quad Garage.
The Southwest Garage is accessible via the Canal Road entrance and the daily visitor’s parking rate is $25.
ORIENTATION SCHEDULE (FACULTY & STAFF'S VERSION)
