Prepare for Success with Term Zero Workshops
To help you get ready for your studies, we are offering highly recommended Term Zero Workshops, held virtually throughout the spring (April-May) and summer (June-August).
What to Expect from Term Zero:
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Foundational academic sessions led by our world-class Haas faculty.
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Guidance into diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and belonging concepts and skills.
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Opportunities to connect with your EMBA cohort and network with recent Haas alumni.
Here is what you can expect for Term Zero offerings:
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Career Management Group (3 sessions)
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In these sessions, you'll be introduced to the Career Management Group (CMG), who will be your dedicated support throughout the program. They’ll help you gain clarity on your career direction and work with you to develop a personalized action plan. Together, you’ll craft a compelling professional narrative and align your next career steps with your core values and beliefs. Explore. Focus. Connect.
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EMBA Program Office (3 sessions)
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The EMBA Program Office will guide you on balancing academics with other priorities and making the most of your time at Berkeley Haas. The academics team will review degree requirements, schedules, policies, and academic tools like bCourses and the Academic Portal. Additionally, the office will host an interactive workshop to explore the diverse identities and experiences of EMBA 26 students through the lens of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Justice (DEIJB).
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Introduction to Microeconomics (2 sessions)
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Microeconomics is fundamental to decision-making and serves as the backbone for many Haas courses. In this two-part workshop, you’ll revisit essential economic concepts like supply and demand, price elasticity, and the dynamics of shortages and surpluses. You’ll also delve into the impact of taxation, explore market structures such as perfect competition and monopoly, and understand how firms optimize profits.
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Intro to Case Study Studies (2 sessions)
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Case studies are a cornerstone of the academic experience at business schools worldwide, including Berkeley Haas. In this two-part workshop, you’ll learn how to maximize the value of case studies, approach any case analysis with confidence, and engage in dynamic, productive discussions throughout your Executive MBA courses.
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Data Analysis for Management (3 sessions)
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This pre-term workshop was designed to help you prepare for your first day of Data Analysis for Management and covers Chapters 1-12 of the required textbook.
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Additional details about the dates and any required prep work for the EMBA Term Zero Workshops will be sent to your Berkeley email. We encourage you to take full advantage of these academic opportunities before Term 1 begins.