This page provides an overview of what a typical MBA/MCS Professional Edge residency weekend might look like. Please note: these are sample schedules. The actual schedule, including course titles, facilitators, and session details, will be provided to students prior to each residency weekend.
Sample MBA Residency Weekend Schedule
[Month Day, Year]
Friday – Welcome & Launch
1:00 – 1:45 PM – Welcome & Orientation
Led by: Program Staff
Residency overview, logistics, and networking icebreaker
1:45 – 2:00 PM – Break
2:00 – 5:00 PM – [Course 1 Name]
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
Includes 15-minute break at 3:30 PM
Saturday – Deep Dive Learning
7:30 – 8:00 AM – Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM – [Course 2 Name]
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
Includes 15-minute break at 10:00 AM
12:00 – 1:00 PM – Lunch & Networking
1:00 – 3:00 PM – [Course 2 Name] (Continued)
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
3:00 – 3:15 PM – Break
3:15 – 5:15 PM – [Course 3 Name]
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
Sunday – Integration & Closure
7:30 – 8:00 AM – Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 AM – Reflection & Community
Morning devotional and personal reflection time
8:30 – 12:00 PM – [Course 3 Name] (Continued)
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of activities and next steps]
Includes 15-minute break at 10:15 AM
What to Bring
- Laptop or tablet for coursework and notes
- Business casual attire for all sessions
- Notebook and writing materials
- Textbooks and/or required class materials
Questions?
Contact Dr. Chris Putnam at Chris.Putnam@concordia.edu
Attendance Requirements
All MBA students must attend their residency weekend each semester to remain enrolled in the program. International students have additional visa compliance requirements. Contact your Student Academic Planner for specific documentation needs and deadlines.
Sample MCS Residency Weekend Schedule
Friday – Welcome & Orientation
5:00 – 5:45 PM – Welcome & Orientation
Led by: Program Staff
Residency overview, logistics, and networking icebreaker
5:45 – 6:00 PM – Break
6:00 – 10:00 PM – [Course 1 Name]
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
Includes 15-minute break at 3:30 PM
Saturday – Deep Dive Learning
7:30 – 8:00 AM – Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM – 9:15 AM – [Course 1 Name] (Continued)
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
9:15 – 9:30 AM – Break
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM – [Course 2 Name]
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
12:00 – 1:30 PM – Lunch (On Your Own) & Networking
1:30 – 4:00 PM – [Course 2 Name] (Continued)
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
4:00 – 4:15 PM – Break
4:15 – 7:30 PM – [Course 3 Name]
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of learning objectives and activities]
Includes 15-minute break at 5:45 PM
Sunday – Integration & Closure
7:30 – 8:00 AM – Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 AM – Reflection & Community
Morning devotional and personal reflection time
8:30 – 10:30 AM – [Course 3 Name] (Continued)
Facilitator: [Faculty Name]
[Brief description of activities and next steps]
10:30 – 10:45 AM – Break
10:45 AM – 1:00 PM – Course Integration & Wrap-up
Facilitator: Program Staff
Cross-course synthesis, program evaluation, and next steps
What to Bring
- Laptop or tablet for coursework and notes · Business casual attire for all sessions · Notebook and writing materials · Textbooks and/or required class materials
Questions? Contact Dr. Bindu George, MCS Program Coordinator, at Bindu.George@concordia.edu
Attendance Requirements
All MCS students must attend their residency weekend each semester to remain enrolled in the program. International students have additional visa compliance requirements. Contact your Student Academic Planner for specific documentation needs and deadlines.