Women at Simon
Creating opportunities for better business.
Simon Business School is deeply committed to creating opportunities for future leaders to grow and thrive in their chosen fields. We believe that bringing together individuals with varied perspectives and experiences leads to greater innovation and stronger outcomes across industries. That’s why we continue to foster an inclusive campus environment where all voices are valued.
In addition to a world-class education, we offer our MBA students a wealth of opportunities to network with peers in business and gain practical on-the-job experience.
A Strong Partnership with Forté
Simon Business School has a long history of support and engagement with Forté, a consortium of major corporations and top business schools dedicated to increasing access and representation of women in business. All Simon Full-Time MBA, Executive MBA, and Professional MBA students can leverage these resources to grow their professional networks, connect with companies that are hiring, and make their Simon experience more affordable.
Benefits to Simon MBAs include:
- Forté Forums
As an MBA candidate, students can explore higher education and career opportunities through Forté Forums, a multi-city educational and networking series featuring multiple business schools and corporations.
- Forté Fellowships
Learn more about the Forté Fellowships program, offering financial support ranging from $10,000 to full-tuition awards for talented, civic-minded students in the MBA program. All students, regardless of sex, are considered for the Forté Fellowship. For more information, please contact us at admissions@simon.rochester.edu.
- Forté Scholar Symposiums
Join a platform for students participating in summer internships with New York-based companies to establish networks and share their experiences in the business world.
All MBA candidates, regardless of sex, are considered for the Forté Fellowship.
For more information about Forté partnership or applying for a Forté Fellowship at Simon, please contact us at admissions@simon.rochester.edu or (585) 275-3533.
Simon Women in Business
Both throughout their time at Simon and long after they graduate, MBA students can count on the support of Simon Women in Business (SWiB). The action-focused SWiB is open to all students and engages students, faculty, staff, and alumni through programs and information dedicated to the real issues and concerns of women in the business world.