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5/18
Virtual Infosession - MS In FinTech
Virtual Infosession - MS In FinTech
Wednesday, May 18th, 2022
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
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As you consider the Masters in Financial Technology (FinTech) Program at UConn, it is extremely important that you can make an informed choice.
Attending a virtual information session is a valuable way to gather the missing pieces. The MS in FinTech Virtual Information Sessions are an ideal opportunity to learn first-hand about this specialized master's program and hear from admissions representatives who can answer your questions about pursuing this degree.
Registration required.
Link to register: https://connect.grad.uconn.edu/register/?id=26866cbc-4c70-4c6f-a5ec-3fc2bdd9ff15Contact Information: Kaitlyn Speaker, kaitlyn.speaker@uconn.edu
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5/18
Hartford GBLC - Graduate Business Infosession
Hartford GBLC - Graduate Business Infosession
Wednesday, May 18th, 2022
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Hartford: Graduate Business Learning Center Observation Deck
Hartford - Graduate Business Infosession (In-Person)
4/18/2022
UConn Graduate Business Learning Center
100 Constitution Plz
Hartford, CT 06103
United States
It is extremely important that prospective students make informed choices regarding the selection of a graduate program, and attending an infosession is a valuable way to gather the missing pieces.
UConn’s graduate business infosessions are an ideal opportunity to learn first-hand about our highly ranked programs, meet with admissions representatives and hear from some of our faculty members. It’s also a great way to get acquainted with the campus and see where you would be attending classes.
This session will present information about the following programs: Online MBA, Part-Time MBA, Executive MBA, MS in Business Analytics and Project Management, MS in Financial Risk Management, MS in Human Resource Management and MS in FinTech.
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5/18
UConn MBA On-Campus Admissions Roundtable
UConn MBA On-Campus Admissions Roundtable
Wednesday, May 18th, 2022
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Stamford Campus University of Connecticut Stamford Campus, Room 106 1 University Place Stamford, CT 06901
Come visit the MBA Admissions and Advisement team at the Stamford campus to learn more about the MBA program and eligibility requirements. This in-person event is designed to provide prospective students the time to speak directly with Admissions staff. Individuals who are interested in applying are welcome to bring their unofficial transcript(s) and resume to receive preliminary review and recommended best next steps.Contact Information: Alyssa Suhr, alyssa.suhr@uconn.edu
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5/24
Virtual Info Session - MS In Business Analytics & Project Management Program
Virtual Info Session - MS In Business Analytics & Project Management Program
Tuesday, May 24th, 2022
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Other Online
As you consider the Masters in Business Analytics and Project Management at UConn, it is extremely important that you make an informed choice, and attending a virtual infosession is a valuable way to gather the missing pieces. The MSBAPM Virtual Infosessions are an ideal opportunity to learn first-hand about our highly regarded program and hear from admissions representatives.
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5/28
FRM Connections Series - Meet with FRM Alumni in the US
FRM Connections Series - Meet with FRM Alumni in the US
Saturday, May 28th, 2022
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Other Online
FRM alumni group chat is unparalleled!
Join us for an opportunity to meet with three FRM alumni who currently work in different financial industries in China to listen to their stories, learn about their experiences as well as hear how FRM has helped prepare them to get to where they are today.
Register here: https://connect.grad.uconn.edu/register/?id=e1540878-7d5e-42af-9d4f-97a5ed65a441Contact Information: Laurissa Berk, laurissa.berk@uconn.edu
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