The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management

On June 19th, 1865, troops arrived in Galveston, Texas with the news that more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were finally free.
 
This day became known as Juneteenth: a celebration of freedom...and the resilience, culture, and contributions of Black Americans.
 
For 60 years, The Consortium has carried that spirit of freedom forward, breaking down barriers to opportunity and opening doors. The fight for equality and equity doesn’t end. It evolves. And so do we.
 
Tell us: how are you celebrating Juneteenth and honoring the continued fight? Share in the comments ⬇️
 

Our 3rd Member School Webinar of the season is here! These virtual sessions offer a low-pressure way to get to know our programs. Each webinar spotlights three of our top-tier MBA programs, giving them the opportunity to share what makes their communities unique and how The Consortium shows up on their campuses.

🗓️June 17th, 2026
🕖7:30 PM EST
📍Virtual

Featured schools: Indiana Kelley, Michigan Ross, and Georgetown McDonough!

Register at the link in our bio!

Join our Member School Webinar to meet directly with top MBA programs and learn more about admissions, funding, and how to take your next step with The Consortium.

🗓 May 27, 2026
🕒 7:30–8:30 PM ET
📍 Virtual

Featured schools:

Register here: https://cgsm.org/event/member-school-webinar-2-2/

Member School Webinars are back!✨

Ready to start your MBA journey? Join us to connect directly with our member schools and get insight into the application process, funding opportunities, and what comes next.

🗓 May 20, 2026
🕒 7:30–8:30 PM ET
📍 Virtual

Register here: https://cgsm.org/event/member-school-webinar-1-3/

As we continue celebrating 60 years of The Consortium, we’re honored to highlight alumni whose experiences reflect the heart of our community. Today, we celebrate CGSM alum Ahmyah Smith.

“Being a part of Consortium helped me build my community while I navigated through business school. Even after graduation, I still have relationships with my fellow Consortium members beyond my school.”

The MBA journey is transformative, but it can also feel overwhelming. What makes The Consortium different is the lifelong network built along the way — relationships that extend far beyond campus and long past graduation.

Are you a CGSM alum? We’d love to spotlight your journey and impact. Click here to be featured: https://lnkd.in/enBpnRr9

Happy Women’s History Month!

Celebrating the courage, resilience, brilliance, and everyday strength of women past and present.

May we continue to build, support, and uplift one another, not just this month, but always.

Since 1966, The Consortium has worked to expand access and increase representation in MBA programs and corporate leadership.

We partner with 21 top-tier business schools and 80+ corporate partners to support mission-driven students through funding, access, and lifelong community.

Our Fellows gain more than admission. They gain a powerful network of 12,000+ alumni and early access to opportunities that shape their careers.

This is where preparation meets access.
This is where leaders are built.

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We are excited to kick off our monthly Alumni Spotlight, sharing the stories that have shaped The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, stories of opportunity, community, and impact.

As we celebrate 60 years of The Consortium, we honor the alumni who continue to move our mission forward.

Today, we’re proud to spotlight Phaidra Stanley, BSBM, MBA, a Business School alum whose journey reflects the power of connection, service, and paying it forward. Her story reminds us that the Consortium experience doesn’t end at graduation, it lives on through engagement, mentorship, and service.

If you’re an alum and would like to be featured please contact us for more information.

Join us for a free virtual webinar featuring Juno, designed for Round 1 admitted MBA students.  You’ll learn about upcoming 2026 Federal Loan updates, how to navigate the loan process, budgeting tips for MBA students, and tools that may help reduce borrowing costs.

Webinar Details:
Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time: 12–1 PM EST
Location: Virtual
Register here: https://lnkd.in/e96RvfPh

Juno is an organization founded by MBA students to help peers secure lower student loan rates through collective negotiation.

We hope to see you there!

Black History Month is a time to honor legacy, celebrate excellence, and reflect on the paths paved before us. As we celebrate 60 years at The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, we reflect on how far we’ve come and the future leaders we continue to support by expanding access to business education and leadership opportunities.

Today, that future is on full display as one of our students hosts on the GRAMMYs red carpet. It is a moment shaped by preparation, support, and opportunity.

Happy Black History Month!