Ready to explore some amazing graduate study opportunities?

Romanian, European and U.S. universities are coming to Bucharest – and you can meet their reps at the Access events!

Full details and registration: 

Access MBA (Tuesday, November 22) here

Access Masters (Wednesday, November 23) here  

Why attend the events? 

  • Meet reps from Bocconi University, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Vlerick Business School, WU Executive Academy, Hult Business School, IE Business school, ESSEC MANNHEIM, Bucharest Business School, and more
  • On Tuesday November 22, at the Access MBA event, from 4.30 to 7.00 pm, get free admission tips (including on how to start putting together the best application you can possibly write) and explore funding opportunities, including the FINS loan, with our amazing EDMUNDO colleague, Gabriela
  • Chance to win 1000 Euro in financial aid for your MBA
  • Bring a friend interested in MBA and receive a EUR 25 Amazon gift card for both of you!
  • Win a raffle at the event for 1 online course by GMAT Prep provider Manhattan Review
  • Get test prep resources and advice
  • Meets reps from the Romanian-U.S. Fulbright Commission and British Council
  • Win a free trip to a university campus of your choice
  • Receive a 30-min consultation by Unimy.com
  • Gain exclusive access to the 2022 Access MBA & EMBA Guide

Participation is free, but you need to register ASAP to be able to chat with the university reps!

Full details and registration: 

Access MBA (Tuesday, November 22) here

Access Masters (Wednesday, November 23) here  

This May, top international MBA and Master’s programs are participating in the Access events – would you like to join them?

Interested in business schools? Access MBA is happening online on Saturday, May 15. Details and registration here.

Interested in Master’s programs from around the world? Access Masters is scheduled for Monday, May 17, also online. Details and registration here.

Both events are free and couldn’t be easier to access!

Here’s what you get at each event:

  • Individual video meetings with MBA and Master’s representatives from ALBA Graduate Business School, Hult International Business School, Strathclyde MBA Greece, IE Business School, and many more;
  • Personal consultation for your business studies;
  • Expert insights on distance learning options;
  • Draw for a EUR 1,000 scholarship;
  • Scholarship opportunities in detail.

The organizers say there are three words that sum up these interactive opportunities:

Diverse. So many options to choose from! Business, management, marketing, finance. Close to home, abroad, or new destinations you hadn’t considered. You pick what works best for you.

Flexible. Are you still figuring out your agenda for this year and the next? Many study programs have full-time, part-time, and online options to help you stay flexible.

Safe. Whatever you choose for your studies, safety is a top priority. The online event format is also so, so convenient.

Save your spot today!

Register for Access MBA here!

Register for Access Master’s right here!

Hello again, sophomore <3 Where are you at this exact moment, when you’re answering these questions?

Hello! I am currently in Madison WI, in a nice townhouse, close to the UW-Madison campus.

How did you find UW-Madison? How did you know it was the one?

Everything started with me looking up top universities in the U.S. when UW-Madison popped up as a “public Ivy League school.” Its high ranking (25th best university in the world), as well as exceptional Economics and Business departments, assured me that this is a promising university where I could develop as an individual. At that moment, I didn’t know that UW-Madison was going to be “the one.” It was just a number on my list of choices, backed up by my hope of studying in the U.S.

What’s your major? How and when did you choose it?

When I first applied to UW-Madison, my declared major was Economics, but after meeting with some very helpful academic advisors and explaining my interests and career goals to them, they recommended I double major in Finance, Investment & Banking. So that’s what I did! I became a pre-business student, taking the required pre-requisites and preparing my application for the Wisconsin School of Business. During the Spring semester, I sent my application, which consisted of an essay and my resume. The most important component of the entire process was my GPA, which at that point was 4.0 out of 4.0. I don’t intend to brag about it, but this year the competition was tough, and I think that my grades played an important role in my admission.

Fast-forward into June, when I received a congratulatory email from the Wisconsin School of Business letting me know that I had officially become a “Business Badger.”

Now, I am double majoring in Finance and Economics, which will surely help me become a successful investor in capital markets.

Best things about the last year: academically, extracurricularly, personally?

I love this question. I have so much to tell!

First, speaking of academics, I am happy to say that I really feel motivated at UW-Madison. For me, it is the ideal place to grow both personally, as well as professionally. Not to mention, the academic system is far different from the one in Romania. Also, the instructors that I’ve had so far were all kind people with a passion for what they were teaching, so that was a bonus point for me and a starting point for my passion for growing as an individual.

Regarding extracurriculars, I joined a few academic clubs related to my majors, where, again, I had the opportunity to connect with even more individuals. I learned how to create a resume and how to network with people working in my industry. I also had a mentor who guided me through the required courses for my majors and offered me some advice regarding internships and research opportunities.

Last but not least, my personal life. I don’t even know where to start. In short, I found myself a second family – my American family. How did I get into this family? Well, by simply speaking Romanian on the phone around campus. This is how I found my “sister,” Silvia. She was so happy to find another Romanian on the UW campus. Her parents are Romanian but live in the U.S., about an hour or so from Madison. Of course, we became best friends and helped each other navigate through freshman year.

Fast forward to when COVID-19 happened. I could not risk going back to Romania and compromising my health, so Silvia suggested that I come and live with her. My new additional mom, Paula, and new dad, Marius, along with my new little sister, Emma, immediately accepted me as a family member. From that moment on, everything started to flow so nicely, and my life turned into an amazing adventure. I met other Romanians within the Romanian community in Milwaukee, got to travel around Wisconsin, discovered some beautiful lakes, and learned how to cook and how to help in the garden (Romanian stuff). I even learned how to drive (thanks Paula and Marius! <3) and recently got my official driver’s license. I can’t express into words how grateful I am for all of this, for finding a home away from home and a new family 5,000 miles away from my real family. 

What does a week or day in your life look like?

Well, I am currently enrolled in seven courses, so I barely have time to do anything else besides studying. But I don’t mind it! Quite the opposite, I love what I’m doing. Also, I started being a Math tutor this summer for one kid in the
Romanian community, and for my little sister, Emma. I meet with each of them once a week, via Skype, where we discuss various Math concepts and solve problems.

Right now, I am also focused on finding an internship for the next summer. I have already applied to a few positions, and I am also going to attend UW-Madison’s career fair. Wish me luck!

Moving back in history :D, how and when did you decide you’d apply to U.S. universities?

It all started when I was a freshman in high school. That’s when I realized that I wanted more out of my life. I wanted something outstanding, something hard to do – a challenge that would change my life completely. So, I did some research, found out about the SAT, and what it takes to get into a U.S. university as an international student. That was the beginning. From then on, my focus was 100% on studying for the SAT and crafting my application. 

Most challenging part of the app?

I guess it was the personal essay. It wasn’t necessarily hard, but it was challenging to describe myself in just 650 words. I wrote about my childish businesses that I had during middle school and high school, such as selling Math and French homework assistance, as well as my first step into Portfolio Management (when I started to buy stocks on the BVB stock exchange). I think I nailed it in the end! 🙂

What was working with EDMERICA like?

It was a great opportunity to find out more about U.S. universities and the application process. I started by attending the SAT school, where I had learned how to tackle SAT questions and various strategies for problem-solving. EDMERICA was an important resource for me and I am glad that I have met such amazing people there, who guided me through the entire application process. Thank you!

 
SAT School - Me trying to figure out how the SAT works

Any advice for future applicants?

Keep your focus on your application and your final goal. I promise you that this will be the most rewarding achievement in both your academic career as well as your personal life. It is a once in a lifetime experience that cannot be overlooked. And, if you ever feel discouraged, remember EDMERICA’s words: YES, YOU CAN!

 

For past editions of Access MBA, we were happy to chat with you in person.

This summer though, the event has moved online, which means you can connect with representatives from 15 business schools from across the world even more easily than before, from your computer or phone. This is an opportunity to explore different pathways for the future, and it’s free. If you’re considering a potentially life-changing and career-boosting MBA program, now is the time to get informed!

Register here ahead of time to get your one-on-one meetings with university reps 🙂

Who can you chat with on July 6?

Bucharest Business School (Romania)

CITY College, International Faculty of the University of Sheffield (Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, Ukraine)

Emlyon Business School (France)

EU Business School Barcelona, Geneva, Montreux, Munich and Online (Germany, Spain, Switzerland)

Hult International Business School (China, UAE, USA, United Kingdom)

IE Business School (Spain)

IESE Business School Full-time MBA (Brazil, Germany, Spain, USA)

IESE Global Executive MBA (China, Germany, Spain, USA)

NEOMA Business School (France)

Nottingham Trent University (United Kingdom)

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (The Netherlands)

UBC-Sauder School of Business (Canada)

Vlerick Business School (Belgium)

Warwick Business School (United Kingdom)

Executive Academy – Vienna University of Economics and Business (Austria, Romania)

Full details and registration info here.

Interested in a Masters or MBA program abroad? Then Access Masters and Access MBA are the events for you!

You’ll be able to connect one-on-one with Admissions Directors from prestigious MBA and Masters programs from around the world, hear from school representatives and alumni during Panel Discussions, learn about scholarship opportunities, and even win a free trip to a university campus of your choice!

According to the organizers, schools participating in the MBA and Masters events include University of Sheffield International Faculty, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Vienna University of Economics and Business WU Executive Academy, Tiffin University, EM Lyon, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Modul University Vienna, Vlerick Business School, IE Business School, Ecole Polytechnique, and more.

As a participant, you will be able to access:

Access Masters – Monday, November 25, 2019

15:30 – 21:40, Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest

FINS will be there too – so visit their booth to learn about their loan programs for Masters programs in Europe!

Access MBA – Tuesday, November 26, 2019

16:30-22:00, Marshal Garden Hotel, Bucharest

EDMERICA will be there too, and also offer a session on Four Strategic Steps to MBA Admission and Funding from 19:00-19:25! Join us 🙂

After extensive maneuvering between music festival dates in Romania we know at least some of you want to go to, our summer-fall schedule is here:

Facebook Live: Summer Plans for U.S. Admissions (free) June 19.

Watch the recording here

Insider Webinars for high schoolers June 26-Aug 16, Mon & Wed.

Info & registration here.

SAT School – Aug 19-23, Mon-Fri, 11.00-17.30.

Info coming soon.

U.S. Admissions Bootcamp Aug 26-30, Mon-Fri, 11.00-17.30.

Info coming soon.

U.S. Graduate Admissions: Essay Workshop Oct 5 (Sat).

Info coming soon.

U.S. Admissions Club Sept 18-Dec 18, Wed.

Info coming soon.

 

It’s happening again, people! Access MBA, a premier event hosting one-on-one discussions and panels with MBA school reps and alumni, is scheduled for Thursday May 9th in Bucharest.

If an MBA degree is part of your career plan, sign up now for the event here and have your profile assessed by Access MBA’s experienced consultants. The evaluation will enable you to meet the representatives of MBA programs that match your preferences, career goals, and potential for growth.

During the event you’ll have access to:

Schools participating in the Access MBA event in Bucharest: 

Date: Thursday, May 9, 2019

Time: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Place: Sheraton Bucharest Hotel, near Romana Square

Seats are limited given the individualized approach of the one-on-one sessions, so do register as soon as possible, here. 

The Society for Romanian Studies is an international interdisciplinary academic organization dedicated to promoting the professional study, criticism, and research of all aspects of Romanian culture and civilization, particularly concerning the countries of Romania and Moldova.

They are currently organizing the Tenth Annual Graduate Student Essay Prize competition for an outstanding unpublished essay or thesis chapter. The submitted single-author work must have been written in English by a graduate student in any social science or humanities discipline and the work must be on a Romanian subject, broadly and inclusively understood.

This year, with an earlier deadline than in previous competitions, the $300 prize will be awarded at the Society for Romanian Studies Conference to be held in Bucharest, June 26–30.

The competition is open to current M.A. and doctoral students or to those who defended dissertations in the academic year 2017–18.

The submitted work should have been completed during the 2017–18 academic year. If the essay is a dissertation chapter, it should be accompanied by the dissertation abstract and table of contents.

Essays/chapters should be around 10,000 words double spaced, including reference matter.  Expanded versions of conference papers are also acceptable if accompanied by a description of the panel and the candidate’s conference paper proposal. Candidates should clearly indicate the format of the essay submitted.

Please send a copy of the essay and the accompanying documentation (as both Word and PDF please) and an updated CV to srsessay@gmail.com. 

Members of this year’s committee are Jennifer Cash, Marina Cap-Bun, and R. Chris Davis.

If you have questions, contact the chair of the committee, Jennifer Cash, at cashjennifer10@gmail.com. 

Submissions must be sent no later than May 21, 2018.

Good luck!

Interested in a Masters or MBA program abroad? Then Access MBA and Access MASTERS are the events for you!

You’ll be able to connect one-on-one with Admissions Directors from prestigious MBA and Masters programs from around the world, get advice from GMAT instructors, hear from school representatives and alumni during Panel Discussions, and learn about 1 million euros in scholarship opportunities.

According to the organizers, schools participating in the MBA and Masters events include Manchester Business School, IE, Maastricht School of Management, NEOMA Business School, Frankfurt School of Finance and Management, Warwick Business School, Syracuse University, The University of Sheffield International, American University in Bulgaria, Vienna University of Economics and Business and more.

As a participant, you will be able to access:

If you are a business professional or executive, register for the Access MBA event.

Monday, December 4, 2017

16:40 – 22:00

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand hotel

 

If you are a student or recent graduate, register for the Access Masters event.

Tuesday, December 5, 2017

15:00 – 21:40

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand hotel

Last year, we had a blast – and applicants also worked really hard – during the first run of the Insider Webinars, our special series of online workshops for students pursuing personalized counseling for their U.S. applications with EDMERICA.

This year we are offering the Insider Webinars again. Because summer is a great time to work on your U.S. application, test prep and extracurriculars.

Together we’ll work on a smart and easy to follow game plan. Everyone’s plan is different in terms of priorities and activities, but the end goal is the same – admissions and funding at a top U.S. school – and it’s great to get to know other applicants. Over the years we’ve had many steadfast friendships start like that :).

The Insider Webinars cover ten great topics, each in a 90-minute session, offered online – and available as a recording to those who can’t attend a particular session – to our applicants who come from all over the country.

You can become an EDMERICA advisee too. If you’re looking for in-depth support for your application process, call 0755-062 591, email advice@edmerica.ro or message us on Facebook to learn more.

The Insider Webinars are:

  1. Thursday, July 20, 15:30-17:00: Four Steps to U.S. Admissions and Funding;
  2. Monday, July 24, 15:30-17:00: Campus Culture & the Ethics of the Application Process;
  3. Wednesday, July 26, 15:30-17:00: Extracurricular Activities Evaluation;
  4. Friday, July 28, 15:30-17:00: Standardized Testing: Where Do You Stand?; 
  5. Monday, July 31, 15:30-17:00: Types of Funding Available at U.S. Universities & How to Attract It;
  6. Wednesday, August 2, 15:30-17:00: Strategic School Selection;
  7. Friday, August 4, 15:30-17:00: How to Present Yourself to U.S. Universities & Expectations Management;
  8.  Monday, August 7, 15:30-17:00: Admissions Essays: Role and Strategies;
  9. Wednesday, August 9, 15:30-17:00: Recommendations: Where and How to Get Great Letters;
  10. Friday, August 11, 15:30-17:00: Open House: Wrap Up and Personalized Activities Plan.

The webinars are a perfect opportunity to clarify, consolidate, and fine-tune admissions information and application strategies, as well as a networking haven.

What do you think about these topics? Anything you’d take out, anything you’d add? Read more about the sessions and let us know!

Start your personalized advising to take part in all of the sessions! Call 0755-062 591, email advice@edmerica.ro or message us on Facebook to learn more.

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