The MBA landscape is buzzing with exciting developments as top business schools announce new programs and recognitions. Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and the University of Chicago’s Booth School are leading the charge, each introducing initiatives aimed at enhancing the educational experience and fostering leadership among their students.
Harvard Business School Welcomes 75 Executive Fellows
Harvard Business School has kicked off the 2024-2025 academic year by naming 75 new Executive Fellows. These seasoned professionals, many of whom are HBS alumni, will collaborate closely with faculty to enrich the MBA curriculum.
- Roles and Contributions:
- Co-teaching elective courses
- Offering career counseling and development coaching
- Leading Short Intensive Programs (SIPs)
- Conducting workshop sessions
Professor Len Schlesinger, chair of the program, highlighted the value these fellows bring, stating, “Their real-world perspectives and expertise provide valuable context and enrich the learning and teaching experience on campus.”
Stanford GSB Honors Five Students as 2025 Siebel Scholars
Stanford Graduate School of Business is celebrating the achievements of five exceptional MBA students who have been named 2025 Siebel Scholars. This prestigious award comes with a $35,000 stipend to support their final year of study.
Meet the Scholars:
- Helen Berhanu
- Isabella Haegg
- Michael Liu
- Ian McRae
- Philipp Schellhaas
The Siebel Scholars program, established by the Thomas and Stacey Siebel Foundation, recognizes outstanding leadership and academic accomplishments, fostering a network of over 1,100 scholars dedicated to solving society’s pressing issues.
Chicago Booth Launches Comprehensive Family Office Initiative
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is setting a new standard with its Family Office Initiative (FOI), one of the first of its kind at a major academic institution. This program is tailored specifically for family office leaders, providing them with education, research opportunities, and a robust network.
Key Features of the Family Office Initiative:
- Education and Research:
- Access to Booth’s faculty expertise
- Collaborative research projects
- Networking Opportunities:
- Steering committee and council of over 50 family office leaders
- Inclusion of notable Booth alumni like Morrow Bailey and Quan Mac
Dean Madhav Rajan emphasized the program’s significance, saying, “Booth is leading the way by investing resources in a comprehensive program to support the development of family offices, further extending our global reach in this untapped area.”
