Minority Business Matters
Events and Initiatives
Explore McCombs, the Texas MBA Diversity Weekend, is an opportunity for qualified applicants to learn more about the benefits of an MBA from the University of Texas, the strengths of the McCombs program, and how business school will ultimately affect their ability to become exceptional business leaders. While Explore McCombs is open to everyone, African American, Hispanic American, and Native American applicants are especially encouraged to attend. The 2007 Explore McCombs weekend is scheduled for November 15-17, 2007.
The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management
The McCombs School is a 20-year member of the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management (CGSM)—a thirteen university alliance that seeks to increase the number of minorities in MBA programs and managerial positions. CGSM recruits African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans for merit-based fellowships, as well as other persons who can demonstrate a commitment to The Consortium's mission and can best assist the Consortium in pursuing that mission.
Management Leadership for Tomorrow
McCombs is one of 25 member schools that have joined together to increase the presence of qualified students of color in major graduate business schools. Over a nearly 12-month period culminating in their application submissions, participants receive one-on-one coaching from experienced MLT staff and MBA Admissions Officers while also attending seminars focusing on key elements of the application process. Some areas of emphasis include GMAT preparation, school research and selection, and application/essay strategy.
Jump Start targets undergraduate seniors who are academically qualified for a top-ranked MBA but lack the required work experience. Companies agree to provide the experience by hiring the students for three years. The McCombs School then offers the candidates deferred admission to the MBA program based on the completion of their commitment. The student then has the opportunity to work for the Jump Start company for both internship and full-time positions. For more please visit the Jump Start Web site.
Funding Your MBA
The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Scholarship Information (NSHMBA)
National Partners
National Black MBA Association
National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Professional Organizations
Black Graduate Business Association
Brazilian-American Business Group
Consortium Fellows Association
Hispanic Graduate Business Association
Institute of Latin American Studies – University of Texas at Austin Chapter
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA)
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
National Conference of Black Lawyers
Leadership Education and Development
University of Texas at Austin Latin American Network Information Center
Social Organizations
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Black Graduate Student Association
Consortium Fellows Association
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
