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Company Conversations
The key to a successful event at HBS is the dialogue between students and recruiters. Educate students about your company values, opportunities, and career paths through meaningful conversations with students 1:1, in a small group, or in a large classroom setting.
Event Format
Company Conversations – 1:1 or Small Group
The majority of our recruiting partners that host events choose 1:1 or small group company conversations. This format promotes meaningful interactions in a more personalized setting.
- Recommend quick introduction with majority of time dedicated to discussion and Q&A.
- Up to 8 students per timeslot.
- May select 20, 30, or 45-minute timeslots.
- Option for consecutive timeslots (example: 4:00-6:00 pm with four 30-minute timeslots, up to 8 students per timeslot).
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First Year
- On-campus & virtual: may begin at 3:30 pm ET
- Off-campus: may begin at 5:30 pm ET
Second Year
- On-campus & virtual: may begin at 9:00 am ET
- Off-campus: may begin at 5:30 pm ET
Company Conversations – Large Group
This option is for organizations that typically draw large student attendance and need a bit more flexibility with the event format.
- Recommend quick introduction with majority of time dedicated to discussion and Q&A.
- Unlimited number of students.
- 45-minute afternoon timeslot or 90-minute evening timeslot.
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First Year
- On-campus & virtual: may begin at 3:30 pm ET
- Off-campus: may begin at 5:30 pm ET
Second Year
- On-campus & virtual: may begin at 3:30 pm ET
- Off-campus: may begin at 5:30 pm ET
Event Locations and Signup Options
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- On-Campus (1:1 or Small Group): 6-10 person conference room.
- On-Campus (Large Group): 90-person classroom.
- Virtually: Online software of your choice.
- Off-Campus: Venue of your choice; organizations are responsible for all off-campus event logistics.
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- Open Signups: Any HBS student may attend. Utilize 12twenty or provide an external signup option.
- By Invitation: You select your invite list and reach out directly to students.
Multi-School Webinars
Organizations hosting multi-school webinars are encouraged to share event details with our office by emailing the relevant Recruiting Relations Manager. While we cannot manage industry conflicts for these events, we will post them on our recruiting platform as long as it does not conflict with classes. Lastly, we like to encourage companies to record webinars to make them available to all students.
Off-Campus In-Person Events
Off-campus in-person company conversations, receptions, dinners, and other events may be held in the evening starting at 5:30 pm; companies must manage all logistics but may utilize 12twenty for signups.
Learn more about creating a successful event at HBS
- 4 Ways to Make Company Conversations Count
- Beyond the Webinar: Options for Virtual Recruiting
- Creating Inclusive Recruiting Events in a Time of Innovation
- Actively Addressing Unconscious Bias in Recruiting
- Actions Organizations Can Take to Communicate Their Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
By hosting an event publicized through Career & Professional Development you are agreeing to the HBS Recruiting Policies. All events must be approved by HBS Career & Professional Development.