Academic Calendar
The Sofaer Global MBA begins every year in October and runs for 10-15 months. The program can be completed within two semesters, but many students elect to take part in the Dean's Courses over the summer or in an additional study abroad semester the following fall.
In Israel, the workweek is Sunday-Thursday, and our courses follow this schedule. Additional opportunities may be offered on Friday mornings.
To view the courses offered this year, please see our Course Catalogue
Academic Calendar 2024-2025
*This schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Orientation Week (Mandatory) |
October 30-31, 2024 |
Pre-Semester Intensive |
November 3-8, 2024 |
Module 1 (Semester 1) |
November 10 - December 26, 2024 |
Hanukkah Holiday (no classes) |
December 29, 2024 |
Midterm break/ Exams |
December 30 – January, 2, 2025 |
Module 2 (Semester 1) |
January 5 – February 24, 2025 |
Semester break/Exams |
February 27- March 15, 2025 |
Module 3 (Semester 2) |
March 17 - May 23, 2025 |
Spring Break/Passover Holiday |
April 12 - 20, 2025 |
Israeli Memorial Day (no classes) |
April 30, 2025 |
Israeli Independence Day (no classes) |
May 1, 2025 |
Module 4 |
May 25 – July 13, 2025 |
Shavuot Holiday (no classes) |
June 1-2, 2025 |
Exam Period |
July 14 – 20, 2025 |
End of Year Event |
July 24, 2025 |
Study Abroad (Optional) |
Fall Semester, 2025 |
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