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Student Conferences
The exploration of new ideas in business, government, and society is the focus of the Wharton Conference Series, a consortium of student-run conferences that covers a vast range of topics. Conferences are organized by students in the Wharton MBA program, some in conjunction with undergraduates. The history of student-run conferences at Wharton goes back more than 30 years. Over time, their titles reflect changing business dynamics and student interests. Conferences host a variety of prominent business and government leaders discussing such issues as African-American opportunity in entrepreneurship, technology, media and entertainment, and new ventures in the health care industry.
Wharton undergraduate students also sponsor conferences. Conference topics have included The Asian Financial Landscape, Visions of a New Europe, and Blacks in the Media.
MBA Student Conference Series 2007-2008
Consulting Conference — October 5, 2007
Investment Management — October 26, 2007
Five-star money managers, CEOs, and hothand analysts discuss investing strategies and market outlooks.
Marketing Conference — October 26, 2007
The Wharton Marketing Conference is intended to serve as an integral forum for the marketing community within and beyond Wharton, providing access to the latest trends and research in the field, as well as an opportunity to build personal and professional networks.
French MBA Conference — October 27, 2007
Wharton Women In Business — November 2, 2007
This conference addresses the accomplishments and needs of women within the business community.
Finance Conference — November 9, 2007
Leaders in business, government, and academia lend their perspectives on the opportunities, trends and forces affecting the financial markets.
Global Business Forum: Africa — November 10, 2007
This conference addresses emerging business themes and opportunities throughout Asia, Europe, India, Latin America and Africa. Through a series of speakers, panels and interactive debates, the conference probes the issues facing global organizations and investigates the latest technological developments and their application in a global business environment.
Entrepreneurship — November 16, 2007
Established as a forum for students, alumni, faculty and professionals, the conference creates a context for discussion about challenges facing entrepreneurs in the next millennium. A full day of panels, workshops, business plan consultations and a closing networking event.
Global Business Forum: Asia — November 17, 2007
This conference addresses emerging business themes and opportunities throughout Asia, Europe, India, Latin America and Africa. Through a series of speakers, panels and interactive debates, the conference probes the issues facing global organizations and investigates the latest technological developments and their application in a global business environment.
Whitney M. Young, Jr. — November 29-December 2, 2007
Sponsored by Wharton's African-American MBA Association, this conference focuses on African-American achievement and opportunity in business, industry, and entrepreneurship.
Wharton Energy Conference — November 30, 2007
The Wharton Energy Conference brings speakers and panels together from all aspects of the energy industry. With panels in energy finance, power, renewables, and oil & gas, the conference explores how the industry can meet demand through this year’s theme, “the future of energy.”
Private Equity and Venture Capital — January 18, 2008
A dynamic symposium allowing Wharton students, faculty and industry leaders to discuss recent trends and emerging issues in the financial buyer and venture capital industries.
Health Care Conference — February 21, 2008
In a lively forum, participants engage each other on key issues and changing dynamics within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries.
Restructuring Conference — February 22, 2008
Media and Entertainment — February 29, 2008
The MBA Media & Entertainment Conference (“MEC”) brings together the nation’s top MBA students and media, entertainment and related companies. The aim of the conference is to foster informative dialogue about and enhance networking within the film, music, broadcast and cable television, sports and publishing industries.
Technology Conference — February 29, 2008
This conference brings together prominent leaders to address challenges facing Internet companies and high-tech industry.This year's Wharton Technology Conference will continue the high standards set in previous years as we bring together leaders in the technology industry, alumni, and students.
Global Business Forum: India — March 22, 2008
This conference addresses emerging business themes and opportunities throughout Asia, Europe, India, Latin America and Africa. Through a series of speakers, panels and interactive debates, the conference probes the issues facing global organizations and investigates the latest technological developments and their application in a global business environment.
Social Impact Management — March 28, 2008
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