Conference Overview

The University of South Florida (USF) St. Petersburg campus is set to host the 2025 Graduate Business Curriculum Roundtable curricular Innovation Symposium and the 2025 PMBA/OMBA Conference.Registration is now open for this combined event, promising valuable insights and networking opportunities for attendees.

Location Details

the conference will primarily take place at the University Student Center on the USF St. Petersburg campus.

• Address: 200 6th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
• University Student Center
• Building Map & Directions
• USF st. Petersburg Campus Map

Thursday Special Event

A special event is scheduled at the James Museum.

• Location: James Museum, 150 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Accommodation Options

Several hotels are offering special rates for conference attendees:

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg

• Address: 25 2nd Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
• Group Name: USF St. Pete
• Rate: $209.00 (plus 13% Sales and Occupancy Tax)
• Dates: October 20 – October 23, 2025
• Group Code: G-USFM
• Reservation Cutoff: September 20, 2025
• Reservations: Call toll-free 1-888-HYATT-HP (492-8847) or visit Hyatt Place st. Petersburg Downtown

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

• Group Name: USF St.Pete Campus Conference
• Address: 333 1st SE St. Petersburg,FL 33701
• Phone: 800-445-8667 (Mention USF St. Pete’s Campus for the block rate)
• Rate: $189 plus taxes
• Reservation Cutoff: September 22, 2025
• Link: Hilton Group Reservations

For additional hotel options, refer to this list: Additional Hotel options.

Transportation

Rideshare services and taxis are the most convenient options for transportation from Tampa or St. Petersburg airports. Follow the signs to Ground Transportation at the airport terminal.

Program Agenda and event Locations

All events will be held at the University of South Florida.For the latest agenda and room facts, visit the official agenda page or check the Whova app. More information about the event app will be sent via email.

Additional Information

• Luggage Storage: available, but neither the Graduate Business Curriculum Roundtable nor USF assumes liability for lost, stolen, or damaged luggage.
• Attire: Business casual is recommended.
• WiFi: login information will be provided in the Whova App.

Registration Details

Registration is now open for the 2025 Symposium and Conference. Organizers request that institutions initially register onyl three individuals, with additional staff members added to a waitlist. contact info@gbcroundtable.org with the names and email addresses of additional staff.

Registration Pricing

• $950 per attendee
• Roundtable Members and PMBA/OMBA Advisory Board members receive a $250 discount for additional attendees after their first registered attendee.

Registration Process

• Roundtable Member Schools: Click the MEMBER button, log in, and register.
• Non-Members: Click the PUBLIC button to register.

for assistance with membership login, adding staff, or other questions, email info@gbcroundtable.org or call 1-844-784-6227, ext 1.

Cancellation Policy

requests for refunds must be submitted via email at info@mbaroundtable.org.

• October 3, 2025, or before: Full refund.
• After October 3, 2025: No refunds granted.

Allow 2-3 weeks for refunds. Registration can be transferred to another colleague by emailing info@gbcroundtable.org.

membership information

For Graduate Business Curriculum Roundtable membership information and submission, click here: Membership Information.