Our COVID-19 Safety Plans

What are the health requirements to attend an on-campus executive education program?
A participant will need to provide proof of vaccination and a booster, plus proof of a negative US-based PCR test taken within 72 hours of the program's scheduled start date.

Which vaccines are acceptable?
All vaccinations that have been approved by the CDC are acceptable. The final shot of the vaccination series must have been completed at least two weeks prior to arrival. Please view our Columbia Business School COVID-19 Policy Agreement to see a list of acceptable documentation for proof of vaccination.

What are the requirements for testing if I am unvaccinated or chose not to provide vaccination status?
In addition to our University faculty, staff, and students, all participants of our Executive Education programs must be both vaccinated and boosted. Columbia Business School also requires participants to provide proof of a negative US-based PCR test taken within 72 hours of the program’s scheduled start date. The participant is responsible for the cost of this test. Any positive test result will prohibit the participant from attending the program.

Which tests are acceptable?
Participants must submit a negative US-based PCR test. A participant with a positive COVID-19 test prior to arrival on campus will not be permitted to attend the program. Any additional expenses incurred due to a positive test are the sole responsibility of the individual.

Do I need to wear a mask on campus?
Columbia Business School faculty, staff, and Executive Education participants are required to wear a mask in all indoor and public places on campus. Please click here to read about our mask policy.

Faculty who are fully vaccinated and who are teaching in person may do so without a mask, provided they maintain appropriate distancing.

How far in advance do I need to submit my vaccination or testing documents?
We request that vaccination status is submitted 14 days prior to the program. The pre-arrival COVID-19 test result should be provided at least 72 hours prior to arrival.

What are the vaccination requirements for Columbia faculty and staff?
Columbia University requires vaccination for all faculty, staff, and enrolled students on campus. Any outside vendors on campus are required to comply with the University’s masking requirement and their company’s health and safety requirements.

Are there any changes to live virtual programs?
We will continue to deliver programs in a live virtual format according to our published schedule. If you have any questions about your registration in an upcoming live virtual program, please email us at execed@gsb.columbia.edu