London Business School and the Yacht Club of Greece proudly hosts the 19th Global MBA Trophy
a sailing race amongst alumni and students of the world’s top business schools
in Microlimano, Piraeus, Greece
with two days of races & networking events on
11th and 12th April, 2025
Welcome to the Global MBA Trophy
a sailing race amongst alumni and students of the world’s top Business Schools
This is a high profile, international sailing event that brings together accomplished business men and women from across the world – alumni of the world’s best business schools, who come together to sail in the name of their School
- An opportunity to effectively exercise the skills of high achieving MBAs: Planning and decision making, leadership, teamwork, endurance, effective communication, crisis management…
- A promise of interesting discussions, thought-provoking debates, fun & entertainment
- A stimulating and exciting experience
- An exemplary organisation, offering the best in facilities, sailing waters, race preparation & execution
- A two-day racing and networking event with on- and off-shore activities
- A formal award ceremony attended by distinguished guests: business people, diplomats, politicians and academics
10:00
Boat registration and pick up
Boat registration and pick up opens at Yacht Club of Greece, Microlimano. Check in point is the YCG secretariat office. A refundable deposit of €500 will need to be paid for Division A, €1,000 for Division B+. Note: Crew lists, sailing CVs and participation fee need to be sent to the Organising Committee prior to boat pick up.
13:00
Boat registration and pick up
Boat registration and pick up opens at boat home marina, Location and details of deposits etc to be confirmed.
09:00
Skippers Briefing
Briefing and introduction to the race committee, details on the day’s event, skippers' briefing.
19:00
Dinner at Istioploikos Restaurant
dinner at local restaurant followed by dancing. Dress Code: Smart Casual/ Team kit
19:30
Award Ceremony and dinner
Award Ceremony and dinner at the Yacht Club of Greece. Dress Code: Black Tie
How to get there
A Division: To pick up the boats on Thursday, competitors should come to Microlimano, to the office of the secretariat of the Yacht Club of Greece , which is located at the South Western corner of the harbour. The hotel for A division competitors will be announced nearer the time of the regatta.
For more details of how to get here: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Athens-Airport-ATH/Mikrolimano
B Division: The boats for B division crews will need to be picked up from a marina which is within easy sailing distance of Microlimano.
Airports
The nearest major airport is Athens International Airport(ATH). This is a long taxi ride away, alternatively competitors can take buses and Metro system trains.
Accommodation
A Division: A Division crews will be hosted at the Cavo D’Oro hotel.
B Division: Accommodation for crew (8) is available on board the boats. Sheets, blankets and towels are provided.
Other links & info
Prizes
The Global MBA Trophy is excited to announce that there will be major prizes for the top teams in each class, courtesy of our performance clothing partner Henri-Lloyd
Sponsors
The Global MBA Trophy is pleased to announce the following regatta sponsors. We are proud to be associated with these fine companies.
OUR SPONSORS:
Weather Info
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Participating Schools
Schools that have competed for the Global MBA Trophy include:
Athens University of Economics and Business 2024 PARTICIPANT
Cambridge Judge Business School 2024 PARTICIPANT
Chicago Booth – Winner 6th edition, April 2011
Cornell University the Johnson School
Cranfield School of Management
HEC Paris 2024 PARTICIPANT
INSEAD – Winner 15th edition, Apr 2019, 5th edition, Apr 2010 & 4th edition, Apr ’09 2024 PARTICIPANT
IE Business School 2024 PARTICIPANT
Imperial College Business School 2024 PARTICIPANT
Kellogg/WHU 2024 PARTICIPANT
London Business School – Winner 9th edition, Apr ’13, 8th edition, Nov ’12 & 2nd edition, Apr ’07 2024 PARTICIPANT
Michigan Ross School of Business
POLIMI GSOM– Winner 16th edition, Apr ’22; 14th edition, Apr ’18; 13th edition, Apr ’17. 2024 PARTICIPANT
Reichman University Arison School of Business, Tel Aviv
Rotterdam Erasmus School of Management
Said Business School University of Oxford 2024 PARTICIPANT
Skolkovo Moscow School of Management – Winner 10th edition, Apr 2014, 11th edition, Apr 2015, 12th edition Apr 2016
SDA Bocconi – Winner 18th edition, Apr 2024, 7th edition, Apr 2012 & 1st edition, Apr ’06 2024 PARTICIPANT
Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth – Winner 3rd edition, Apr ’08 2024 PARTICIPANT
Wharton 2024 PARTICIPANT
Yale School of Management 2024 PARTICIPANT
3200€
Division A – up to 5 crew
Earlybird price. Deposit €1,800
- Platu 25 racing boat
3700€
Division A – 6 crew
Earlybird price. Deposit €1,800
- Platu 25 racing boat
5300€
Division B – up to 8 crew
Earlybird price. Deposit €2,500
- 40 - 50 ft cruising boat with pro skipper
6000€
Division B+ – up to 8 crew
Earlybird price. Deposit €2,500
- Beneteau First 53 racer/cruiser
89€
Additional Guest for Friday night events – Race dinner & Party
- Additional Guest
75€
Additional Guest for Saturday Night Gala
- Additional Guest
The registration fee per boat includes:
Hire of boat
Race entry fee and all race organisation costs (setting, racing, protest & redress committees etc.)
Overnight accommodation in local hotel (Div A) or on board the boats (Div B+, Div B)
Use of the facilities of the marinas
Welcome drinks at launch ceremony
Friday evening events: race dinner & party
Saturday night Gala: Formal award ceremony, dinner and entertainment
Prize giving
Merchandise
Please note that a refundable security deposit will be requested at the time of boat pick up.
Earlybird pricing ends 31 January 2025
From 1 February, Division A will be €300 more, Division B+ and Division B €400 more.
Balancing payments due 1 March 2025
Division A: Practice Day: €300 by arrangement
Division B: Additional Crew: €400 where possible, by arrangement.
Division B: Professional First mate: €400, by arrangement
Documents
Download Event Documents here.
Notice of Race 2024 Regatta
Sailing Instructions 2024 Regatta