PEMBA Spring 2022
WELCOME TO QUESTROM
"Meet Your Class" Virtual Happy Hour
Early January – exact date TBD
KEY DATES
- LAUNCH Orientation
Thursday, January 13th
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
NEXT STEPS
The MBA Center is thrilled to welcome you to Questrom. This is an exciting time, but we know it can be a little overwhelming, too. First, let’s get you started with your next steps. Below is an outline of important dates and details to help make your transition to Questrom as smooth as possible. The MBA Center Team is always available to answer any questions you have. We can’t wait to see you here!
Save the Date for your Required Orientation
LAUNCH is a required one-day orientation for all entering students at Questrom. The PEMBA LAUNCH program this year will be held on Thursday, January 13th. The program is a full day event. Students are required to take the day off from work in order to attend. Check your e-mail and this website regularly for new information.
SET UP YOUR BU EMAIL
It is essential for you to have a BU e-mail account to use any Questrom-specific communication and computing resources required for summer pre-work. You may use this as your primary account or have your BU e-mail forwarded to an alternate account. You will receive an e-mail from the Office of Information Technology (617.353.2784) regarding the set-up of your e-mail account, which should be done by December 15th. Once you have completed this step, please allow up to one week to gain access to your Spring Pre-Work on Blackboard.
ACTIVATE YOUR ACTIVE DIRECTORY
Once you have signed up for your BU email you must activate your Active Directory Account by December 20th. Without this step you will not be able to login to several websites you will use during the winter.
Complete Your Academic Pre-Work
In preparation for LAUNCH and the Spring Semester, all students who are enrolled in AC711 – Financial Report and Control, must complete mandatory pre-work. The pre-work will be available in December.
COMPLETE YOUR NEW STUDENT INFO FORM
This link will be sent to you in an e-mail from your academic advisor in the MBA Center.
TERRIER CARD
Boston University IDs are known as Terrier Cards. Please upload a picture for your Terrier Card as soon as possible. We have a deadline of December 20th so that your ID can be distributed to you during LAUNCH.
Apply for Financial Aid
Please click here for the 2021-2022 Instructions and Application for Federal Financial Aid. Visit the Graduate Financial Aid website for information concerning private educational loans and other outside resources
Send your Official Documents
If you applied to Questrom with unofficial or scanned copies of your transcripts or test scores, remember to send us your official documents.
Submit Your Initial Deposit
You can find your due date in your offer of admissions.
Connect with Current Students
For a firsthand perspective, feel free to reach out to any of our ambassadors.
Meet Your Classmates
Join your admitted student Facebook page and connect with your future classmates.
BU WELCOMES STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have disability or accommodations needs, please contact access@bu.edu or visit bu.edu/disability. We recommend reaching out now before the semester begins, as query processing can take several weeks.
LOOK OUT FOR MBA CENTER COMMUNICATIONS
In December, you will begin to receive communications from the MBA Center about LAUNCH, your class schedule, setting up your BU email, and more.
RESOURCES
Here you’ll find a range of resources that will guide you as you transition to Boston and become a Questrom student.
FINANCING YOUR DEGREE
Tuition & Fees
Financial Aid
Please click here for the 2021-2022 Instructions and Application for Federal Financial Aid. Visit the Graduate Financial Aid website for information concerning private educational loans and other outside resources.
Student Accounting Services
Student Accounting Services is responsible for billing students and processing payments. PEMBA students may visit Part-Time Payment Plan Options to learn more. Full-Time [Program] students may visit the Payment Plan web page to learn more.
Outside Scholarship Opportunities
To help you apply for outside scholarships, we have compiled this scholarship list. Please note that this list is not endorsed by BU and it is not comprehensive.
Veterans Services
BU’s Veterans Services office provides dedicated services and information to support students during their time at Boston University. Thank you for your service.
GETTING SETTLED
Family Resources
Starting a graduate degree program means a lot of changes for you but also for your family. Check out BU’s family resources to help make the transition easier for your family. Consult the new student guide for even more information.
BU Parking & Transportation
BU Parking & Transportation Services provides a list of student commuter benefits including discounted train/bus/subway passes, bicycling resources, the free BU Shuttle, electric vehicle charging stations, carpooling, and parking permits.
HEALTH
BU Student Health Services
We care about your health and well-being while you pursue your degree. BU’s Student Health Services is ready to help you get started navigating their services. Aetna Student Health provides BU’s health insurance plan.
COMMUNITY
The Questrom Common
The Questrom Common is your gateway to the Questrom graduate student experience. The Common will allow you to see and register for events, join student organizations, access resources, and connect with your community. You can view the public site questromcommon.bu.edu now to see our clubs and the calendar. After you have created your BU login, you will receive additional information and access to the site and our mobile app, which you will use during LAUNCH.
Get Involved
Community matters! When you join the Questrom community, you will also become a part of the clubs and organizations, broader BU and Boston communities. Check out our [Guide] and student life page to learn more about getting involved.
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ACADEMICS
Curriculum
Learn more about the curriculum on your program page.
Registration/Schedule
You will be registered for your first semester of courses by your academic advisor. There is no need to do anything regarding registration at this time. Your academic advisor will notify you about your schedule approximately one month prior to the start of your program.
CAREER
Career Services
Once you have access to QuestromTools, you will be able to explore all of the Career Guides and resources under the PEMBA Career Site.
BU Resources
BU Resources
- BU Police For immediate police response call 617-353-2121
- Alumni Affairs
- Arts Initiative
- Athletics
- Behavioral Medicine
- Disability Services
- Fitness & Recreation Center (FitRec)
- Information & Technology Services (ITS)
- Office of the Ombuds
- Parking & Transportation
- Sargent Health
- Sexual Assault Response & Prevention Center (SARP)
- Student Health Services (SHS)
- Sustainability
- Title IX & Equal Opportunity Office
Questrom Resources
Students may find Questrom-specific resources through Questrom World and MBA Center’s website, under Resources.
Boston University Questrom School of Business
Rafik B. Hariri Building
595 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
MBA CENTER
CONTACT
mbacenter@bu.edu
617.353.7800
OFFICE HOURS
Fall & Spring
Appts: M-Th 9am – 6:30pm, F 9am – 5pm
Summer
M-T 9am – 5pm, W-Th 9am – 6:30pm, F 9am – 1pm
HAR 416
FOLLOW US
@questrom_MBA
@questrom_MBA
SPECIALTY MS & PhD CENTER
CONTACT
qstmsphd@bu.edu
617.353.2673
OFFICE HOURS
Fall & Spring
M-F 9am – 5pm
HAR 402
FOLLOW US
@questromgrad
@questromgrad