Graduation & Commencement
2026 Commencement Welcome
Dear Graduates, Families, Friends and Alumni:
Our Goizueta graduates will be joining an elite group. Our school's programs are selective and demanding. And our expectations for student integrity and leadership high. Earning a Goizueta degree requires sustained effort and determination. Although the effort is monumental, I am confident our graduates will find the rewards to be well worth it.
We believe business is a vehicle capable of delivering meaningful, lasting impact on society. In this graduating class, I see so many principled leaders ready to solve the biggest problems of our future. I cannot wait to see where they go next, the ways they will continue to thrive, and how they will leave their mark on the world around us.
We invite you to join us in this important milestone. We look forward to celebrating our graduates and their achievements together.
Sincerely,
Gareth M. James
John H. Harland Dean of Goizueta Business School
Emory University
Goizueta Business School Event Schedule
Evening MBA Graduation Celebration
6:30-9pm, Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts
For all Evening MBA students and families. Featuring multimedia presentation, speakers, student and faculty awards.\
Livestream link for ceremony will be posted closer to date.
Master in Business for Veterans (MBV) Graduation Celebration
9-11am, Goizueta Business School Room W525
For all graduating MBV students and their guests. Class of 2026 speakers and recognition.
MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) Graduation Celebration
11am-12:30pm, Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts
For all graduating MSBA students and their guests. Class of 2026 student speaker, academic and faculty awards.
Lunch Reception for MSBA, MiM, and MF Graduates and Guests
Master in Management (MiM) Graduation Celebration
1:30-2:15pm, Goizueta Business School Room 208
For all graduating MiM students and their guests. Class of 2026 student speaker, academic and faculty awards.
Master of Finance (MF) Graduation Celebration
1:30-3pm, Goizueta Business School Room W525
For all graduating MF students and their guests. Class of 2026 student speaker, academic and faculty awards.
Executive MBA Graduation Celebration
2-5pm, Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts
For all graduating Executive MBA students and their guests. Class of 2026 student speaker, academic and faculty awards.
Full-Time MBA Graduation Celebration
7-9pm, Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, Reception to follow on Patterson Green
For all graduating Full-Time MBA students and their guests. Faculty speaker and student graduation speeches by the Class of 2026. Academic awards are presented.
BBA Honors & Awards Celebration
1pm, Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church on Emory Campus
This signature event features the presentation of academic and program honors and awards, superlatives, the Distinguished Educator address, and performances by some of our talented seniors! The ceremony will take place from 1-3pm (doors open at 12:30), followed by a reception on Patterson Green. Attire will be festive (no caps and gowns). Graduates and families are welcome. No tickets required. Seating will be first come, first served with overflow viewing available if needed.
Livestream link for ceremony will be posted closer to date.
All-Master's (MBA, MF, MiM, MSBA, and MBV) Diploma Ceremony
2pm, Gas South Convention Center
For all graduating Goizueta Business School master’s students and their guests. Degree candidates will be recognized individually as they cross the stage. Tickets required.
Livestream link for ceremony will be posted closer to date.
Emory University Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
10am, Gas South Arena
This ceremony is for all undergraduate students and will feature the Commencement speaker. Tickets required - further details available in Spring.
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Diploma Ceremony and Reception
Immediately Following University Ceremony, Approximately 12:15pm, Gas South Convention Center
This ceremony is for all BBAs, BBA/MAccs, and BBA/MSBAs. All graduates will be recognized and cross the stage. Reception will follow ceremony. Tickets required but no capacity constraints.
Livestream links for ceremonies will be posted closer to date.
Registration
Students must register and obtain tickets to attend the Commencement events being held at the Gas South District. Further details will be sent in the Spring. We do not anticipate capacity constraints at the Master's Diploma Ceremony at 2pm on Sunday, May 9th or the BBA Diploma Ceremony at 12:15pm on Monday, May 10th.
The University Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony at 10am on Monday, May 10th (for undergraduates and their guests only) will have capacity constraints. Students marching will receive further details from the University in the Spring.
Please note that the BBA Honors and Awards Celebration being held on campus on Saturday, May 9th will not be ticketed, nor will the reception following.
Commencement
Stories
FAQ
Students must register and obtain tickets to attend the Commencement events being held at the Gas South District. Further details will be sent in the Spring. We do not anticipate capacity constraints at the Master's Diploma Ceremony at 2pm on Sunday, May 9th or the BBA Diploma Ceremony at 12:15pm on Monday, May 10th.
The University Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony at 10am on Monday, May 10th (for undergraduates only) will have capacity constraints. Students marching will receive further details regarding ticket reservations from the University in the Spring.
Please note that the BBA Honors and Awards Celebration being held on campus on Saturday, May 9th will not be ticketed, nor will the reception following.
All graduates will have their diplomas mailed to the diploma address listed on file in OPUS. If no diploma address is listed, the diploma will be mailed to the permanent address. Please see the University Registrar's website for additional details. Students will receive a diploma cover at their Diploma Ceremony (this is the big blue folder you see in everyone's graduation photos!).
Yes! Grad Images will be on site to take photos of all graduates.
Emory's Plan Your Visit page on the Commencement website has area hotels and restaurants listed.
Information on assistance for guests with mobility concerns will be shared in the Spring.
If you graduate in August or December, you are considered part of the next graduating class. This means that your name will appear in the publication list the following May and you will also be considered for graduation honors and awards at that time.