Launch of the mentorship program for students.Launch of the mentorship program for students.
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Mentorship Program Launch

Mentorship Program Launch

We are pleased to announce the launch of our Mentorship Program aimed at connecting students with experienced professionals in their fields of interest. This program is designed to provide guidance, support, and networking opportunities for students as they navigate their academic and career paths.

Program Details

  • Mentor Matching: Students will be paired with mentors based on their interests.
  • Workshops: Participate in workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Networking Events: Attend exclusive events to meet industry leaders.

Sign up today to take advantage of this valuable opportunity!

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Agenda

This years conference will be hosted on the Harvard Business School campus on February 16 and 17, 2024.

The agenda comprises a range of keynote addresses identifying opportunities for the continent, more than 25 panel discussions focused on specific sectors, a New Venture Competition, networking events and a soiree.
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Day 1
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9:00 am
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9:30 am
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Prospective Student Event

Check-in

Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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9:30 am
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9:55 am
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Prospective Student Event

Welcome Remarks

Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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9:55 am
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11:45 am
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Prospective Student Event

Class visit

Prospective Students
Aldrich
Day 1
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11:45 am
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12:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Break

Break
Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Lunch & Student Experience Panel

Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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1:00 pm
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6:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

General Conference Registration

General
Klarman, West Lobby
Day 1
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1:00 pm
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1:45 pm
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Prospective Student Event

HBS Campus Tour

Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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1:45 pm
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2:45 pm
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Prospective Student Event

MBA Admissions and Financial Aid Presentation

Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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2:45 pm
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3:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Closing Remarks

Prospective Students
Room 120, Chao Center
Day 1
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3:00 pm
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3:15 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Welcome Address

General
Klarman Auditorium
Day 1
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3:15 pm
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3:55 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Opening Keynote: The Relationship between developed nations and Africa – the past, the present and the future?

Keynote
Klarman Auditorium
Day 1
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4:00 pm
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4:40 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Keynote: The Role of Research and Innovation for the Green Revolution in Africa

Keynote
Klarman Auditorium
Day 1
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4:40 pm
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5:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Coffee Break

Break
Klarman Auditorium
Day 1
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5:00 pm
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7:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

New Venture Competition

New Venture Competition
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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7:00 am
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9:00 am
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Prospective Student Event

Breakfast

Break
Williams Room, Spangler, HBS
Day 2
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7:00 am
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6:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Registration

General
Klarman Atrium
Day 2
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7:00 am
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7:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Photo Exhibition | Africa Beyond Borders: Visual Chronicles

Showcase
Lounge Area, Spangler
Day 2
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9:00 am
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10:00 am
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Prospective Student Event

Breakout 1: Panels, Fireside Chats, & Workshops

Panel
Fireside Chat
Workshop
Spangler Auditorium
Day 2
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10:00 am
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10:10 am
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Prospective Student Event

Break & Transition to Klarman

Break
Day 2
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10:15 am
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10:30 am
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Prospective Student Event

Welcome Remarks

General
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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10:30 am
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11:15 am
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Prospective Student Event

Morning Keynote: The AfCFTA Opportunity: Is Africa Ready to Unleash a New Era of Trade?

Keynote
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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10:30 am
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10:45 am
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Prospective Student Event

Coffee & Transition to Panel Rooms

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Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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11:30 am
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12:30 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Breakout 2: Panels & Fireside Chat

Panel
Fireside Chat
Spangler Auditorium
Day 2
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12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
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Prospective Student Event

General Lunch and Networking Break

Break
General
Batten Hives 2nd Floor
Day 2
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12:30 pm
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2:30 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Career Fair

Showcase
General
Williams Room, Spangler, HBS
Day 2
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12:45 pm
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2:15 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Lunch Sessions

Break
Batten Hives 2nd Floor
Day 2
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2:15 pm
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2:30 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Transition to Klarman for Afternoon Keynotes

General
Williams Room, Spangler, HBS
Day 2
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2:30 pm
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2:45 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Performance by Harvard Cultural Dance Group

No tags
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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2:45 pm
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3:30 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Afternoon Keynote: Governance & Economic Transformation, a conversation with VP Bawumia

Keynote
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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3:30 pm
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3:45 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Coffee & Transition to Panel Rooms

Break
Klarman Atrium
Day 2
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3:45 pm
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4:45 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Breakout 3: Panels & Fireside Chat

Panel
Fireside Chat
Williams Room, Spangler, HBS
Day 2
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5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Transition to Klarman for Closing Keynote

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Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Closing Keynote: State of the (African) Union

Keynote
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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6:00 pm
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6:30 pm
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Prospective Student Event

Awards & Closing Remarks

General
Klarman Auditorium
Day 2
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9:00 pm
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2:00 am
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Prospective Student Event

Conference After Dark

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The Grand

Davido

special guest

Conference After Dark

| Day 2 Eve

LET’S END THE EVENT IN SYTLE

Cocktail Attire