We believe bringing students together with a wide range of personal and professional experiences creates a truly transformative learning environment and stronger outcomes. We’re committed to ensuring our graduates are equipped with skills aligned with our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation, and impact — key for successful business leaders.
Inside UNC Kenan-Flagler in Chapel Hill is specifically designed to give you a firsthand look into our Full-Time MBA program. You’ll network with current MBA students, discover what to expect from our expert faculty in the classroom, learn about student leadership roles, and so much more.
Registration for Inside UNC Kenan-Flagler 2024 is now closed. We encourage you to check out our events calendar for other opportunities to connect with our admissions team and UNC Kenan-Flagler community.
"The UNC Kenan-Flagler Way is not just something people say, but it's something you feel when you're around students, alumni, professors and staff. It defines the way students engage with each other and the wider community. From day one, I always felt very welcomed and valued. "
2024 Event Agenda
Please note that the agenda is subject to change.Friday, November 8, 2024
| 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Welcome happy hour at the Basketball Museum Join us for an optional happy hour with current Tar Heel MBAs from a variety of affinity-based clubs and learn more about the student experience. Unlock the secrets to fostering an inclusive and impactful community at UNC Kenan-Flagler. |
Saturday, November 9, 2024
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Check-in and light breakfast Sponsored by Carolina Women in Business (CWIB) Speakers: Neha Shah Mehta, MBA ’25 & Pallavi Yarlagadda, MBA ’25 Check-in, get to know your peers, enjoy a light breakfast, and gain insights from CWIB representatives – the largest MBA student-led club! |
| 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Mock class Led by: Karin Cochran, Professor of the Practice of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Executive Director of STAR |
| 11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. | Coffee break Sponsored by Pride Club Speaker: Eric Chang, MBA ’25 Enjoy a break from programming to grab a mid-morning pick-me-up and chat with Pride Club’s co-president Eric Chang! |
| 11:20 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Modeling Citizenship Speaker: Anne Bryan, Director, Full-Time MBA Program Discover what it means to be a member of the UNC Kenan-Flagler Full-Time MBA community in this interactive session. You'll learn how actively contributing to our community fosters an inclusive and diverse environment. In this session, we will explore the importance of respecting and valuing diverse perspectives, while challenging you to integrate and leverage the unique experiences of your peers. |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Networking Lunch Sponsored by Black Business Student Association (BBSA) Speaker: Uriah Ford, MBA ’25 A vital part of your MBA journey is sharing the experience with your peers. Get the chance to network with your future classmates over lunch! Additionally, starting at 12:45, you will have the chance to connect with a few of our one-of-a-kind Centers that support students in real estate, healthcare, and family enterprise! |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. | Student panel: MBA Student Association In this interactive panel, you'll have the opportunity to hear from MBA Student Association leadership about their experience as a Tar Heel MBA and how becoming a student leader has enhanced their experience. Bring your questions about getting involved on campus or about our 40+ clubs and organizations. |
| 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Mock Admissions Committee Ever wondered what happens behind the closed doors of an MBA admissions committee? Join us for a unique opportunity to get an insider's perspective in our "Inside the Admissions Committee" workshop. In this engaging session, you'll experience the decision-making process firsthand and gain valuable insights into what admissions committees look for in MBA applicants. |
| 3:15 p.m. | Wrap-up Closing remarks and farewell. |