Inside Goizueta

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Goizueta, diversity is a commitment to nurture -- and challenge -- the unique perspectives that will shape the future of business. It's a commitment to innovate in traditional fields and embrace emerging insights. It is the foundation of our intentions and actions. It is one of the core values by which we lead.

Join us during Inside Goizueta to experience our inclusive community and discover the value of a small school in a big city.

We aspire to create and sustain a community at Goizueta that is the best place to study and work. In support of this, we are committed to be a destination where all are respected, supported and valued. Goizueta has taken several important steps towards achieving this mission, including the adoption of a school-wide diversity vision statement, the appointment of a director of diversity and community initiatives, and the creation of a diversity committee.

Events and Programs

Goizueta offers a number of conferences and programs that provide leadership development, networking and mentorship for diverse students and professionals.

• International Potluck
• Women's Open House
• Annual Diverse Leadership Conference
• Annual Executive Women of Goizueta Conference
• Martin Luther King Jr. Service Awards

University Resources

Emory University offers resources to support its diverse community.

• Center for Women at Emory
• International Students and Scholar Services (ISSS)
• Office of Equal Opportunity Programs
• Office of Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Life
• Office of Multicultural Programs and Services
• Advisory Council on Community and Diversity

Strategic Alliances

Goizueta actively participates in increasing the representation of women and minorities in business schools and corporations by partnering with several national organizations, including:

• Forte Foundation
• Consortium for Graduate Study in Management
• Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT)
• MBADiversity.org
• Toigo Foundation
• National Society of Hispanic MBAs
• National Black MBA Association
• Ph.D. Project

Diversity Committee

The Diversity Committee was created in January, 2005 by Tom Robertson, former Dean. This committee's mission is to offer recommendations that help create a positive culture of inclusion, respect, communication, learning, and skill building for Goizueta community members. The committee operates under four guiding principles: inclusiveness, evaluation, institutionalization, and shared responsibility. Chaired by Earl Hill, Senior Lecturer in Organization and Management, the Diversity Committee includes representation from the faculty, students and staff. The diversity committee crafted the School's diversity vision statement that has been adopted by Goizueta. The committee will continue to explore ways and methods of evaluating our progress toward achieving our vision.

Learn more about our school's namesake Roberto C. Goizueta, a Cuban-American visionary and role model who forged his way into corporate America to bring about unforgettable and lasting value. Learn why the school named after him is small enough to care about individual students, but large enough to usher you into a world of networking possibility that extends, north, south, east and west. Learn why Goizueta was selected to be a member of the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management and how it is an active participant in the Management Leadership for Tomorrow program. Learn how our students have achieved success in meeting their post-MBA career goals. During the interactive three-day conference, participants have a unique opportunity to witness the energy, supportive culture and intense academic environment that distinguish our programs. The conference will feature a series of discussion panels and information sessions where prospective students have an open forum to connect with current students, alumni and administrators. Prospective students also have the opportunity to attend both real and mock class sessions where they can experience the rigor of the curriculum at Emory. Students will also be able to participate in off-campus social events where prospective students can interact with current students in an informal setting. If we have piqued your interest, spend some time with us and learn what is Inside Goizueta.

Accommodations are provided for all conference participants at the Emory Conference Center Hotel. All conference attendees are required to stay at the conference hotel. Meals are provided. Candidates selected are responsible for transportation to and from Inside Goizueta. A shuttle will be provided for participants from the Emory Conference Center Hotel to and from the Business School. If you would like to explore more of Atlanta, we suggest that you consider renting a car during your stay. Please note that visitor parking is available at the Fishburne parking deck, located adjacent to the Goizueta Business School. Given the nature of the event, US Minority applicants who exhibit strong leadership, community engagement, and educational motivation will be eligible for a travel stipend. The MBA Admissions Office will inform recipients on an individual basis.