Welcome New Students!
Congratulations on your acceptance to the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College! We are thrilled to welcome you to our community of talented and driven graduate students.
Orientation is your official welcome to Zicklin. It’s a chance to meet members of the Zicklin community, explore the student resources available to you, and learn about graduate student life. Our goal is to ensure you feel confident and supported as you begin your academic journey.
Please carefully review the orientation schedule below and register for all the exciting sessions we have planned. Each day is important, and your attendance is expected as part of your onboarding experience.
We are delighted that you’ve chosen Baruch College and look forward to meeting you soon.
Please note: orientation will NOT cover academic advisement. To discuss course registration and academic planning, please register for one of the upcoming program specific advising sessions.
Warm regards,
Nahida Rahim
Assistant Director, Graduate Programs
Zicklin School of Business
MBA and MS Academic Program Sessions (January 20 & January 21)
Meet faculty and students in your academic degree program and hear from the career and advising teams. All sessions are in-person and will take place on the 14th floor of the Newman Vertical Campus. Check-in begins at 5:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served.
| January 20, 2026 6:00 PM-8:00 PM |
MS and MBA Accountancy, MS Taxation, MS Marketing*, & MS Business Analytics* |
| January 21, 2026 6:00 PM-8:00 PM |
MBA General*, MS Finance*, MS Financial Risk Management, MS Information Systems, MS Quantitative Methods and Modeling, & MS Statistics |
*Online program students are invited to all in-person orientation sessions, but will also be provided with virtual, asynchronous orientation content.
Graduate Club Fair and Networking Event (January 22)
Meet with club members and offices, network with students across programs, and interact with staff from various Baruch College resources. The Club Fair takes place on the 7th floor of the Newman Library Building. Check-in begins at 5:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served.
| January 22, 2026 6:00 PM -7:30 PM |
All Programs*! |
*Online program students are invited to all in-person orientation sessions, but will also be provided with virtual, asynchronous orientation content.
Students enrolled in the Advanced Certificate Programs are invited to attend the Club Fair.
Graduate Career Management Center (GCMC) Sessions (January 22 & January 23)
Learn about the services available for all MBA and MS students. These sessions are all held virtually.
| Date |
Session |
Description |
| January 22, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM |
Career Change Panel with Students and Alumni |
Hear stories from students and alumni who were in your position just a few years ago and have made successful transitions to the careers of their choice. This session will be moderated by GCMC Advisor, and former career transitioner, Annie Himmelsbach. |
| January 22, 2026 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM |
How to Use the GCMC if You’re Not Seeking a Job |
Learn about all the services the career center offers to help you excel in your current role. |
| January 23, 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
An Overview of Graduate Career Services |
The Graduate Career Management Center (GCMC) serves as a critical resource for career exploration/preparation. Meet the GCMC team to learn about career support services and get your questions answered! |
| January 23, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM |
Leveraging Handshake and Recruiting at Zicklin |
During this session, you’ll learn how to use Handshake, your new career platform – whether you’re exploring careers, searching for jobs/internships, or looking to move up in your current role. We’ll review how to access your account, set up your profile, and navigate the platform. |
International Students
Meet the International Student Service Center (ISSC) team, learn about resources, policies, and procedures.
| Date |
Program |
| January 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST |
Orientation Day One: In-Person Session at Newman Vertical Campus, Room 14-220 (55 Lexington Avenue). RSVP Now! |
| January 21, 2026 at 9:45 AM EST |
Orientation Day Two: Virtual Session Via Zoom. RSVP Now! |
All incoming International Students must attend both events. Please contact the International Student Service Center (ISSC) for any questions related to international student orientation:
