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How To Become A Financial Director After Earning An MBA
The finance industry is among the most popular destinations for MBAs to seek employment following graduation—finance and accounting make up 22 percent of all MBA jobs and more than 84 percent of finance and accounting firms planned on hiring MBA graduates in 2016. Continue reading…
Inside the First Month of the Ivey MBA Program
Have you ever wondered what the first month of an MBA program is like? At Western University Canada’s Ivey Business School, Rabih Chour, MBA ’18 candidate, gives you an inside look at his experience in the school’s latest blog, One Month Into the Ivey MBA. Continue reading…
UC San Diego: A Changemaker Campus
The University of California San Diego has become the first University of California campus to be designated as a Changemaker Campus by Ashoka U. The designation is in response to UC San Diego’s role as a leader in social innovation education. Only 40 universities in the world have been named Changemakers, and now UC San Diego has joined the network after an extensive three-year selection process. Continue reading…
Foster School Has More MBAs Gaining Tech Employment Than Any Other B-School
The University of Washington’s Foster School of Business has become the leading B-school in tech employment. According to the 2016 employment reports, more MBAs at Foster took tech jobs than at any other school—outpacing even Silicon Valley schools such as Stanford GSB and the University of California, Berkeley. In fact, Foster sent more than half (52 percent) of its MBA graduates into the tech sector, that’s a 9 percent increase over last year and a 13.2 percent lead over the next closest school. Continue reading…
The Best Part-Time New York City MBA Programs
Not everyone can afford to quit their job to go back to school full time for an MBA. Thankfully, you don’t have to. If you live in New York City, there are over half a dozen part-time MBA programs for you to choose from, but with such a large list it can be difficult to choose the best program for you.
That’s why we’ve outlined the best part-time New York City MBA programs to help you out. Each of these programs offers something that helps it stand out from the rest. Continue reading…
Learning Outside the Classroom at the Smith School
Learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom, especially in MBA programs. In fact, it’s the outside learning experiences that can be most valuable for many MBA students and graduates.
Most full-time MBA programs organize events, clubs, competitions and other activities to provide their students with an opportunity to apply and refine the skills and knowledge they’ve acquired in the classroom. Business problems aren’t typically cookie-cutter, so it’s in students’ best interest to schools to foster creativity, flexibility, and teamwork.
Krishna Erramilli, associate dean at Illinois Tech’s Stuart School of Business, had this to say to the Chicago Tribune. “Business problems have become a lot more unprecedented, a lot more complex. To train our students to be successful in the 21st century, they must be able to go into a company, look at that problem and analyze the problem from multiple functional perspectives.”
That concept is just one of the reasons behind the Center for Leadership, Innovation and Change (CLIC) at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business. Continue reading…
Your Guide to Atlanta Marketing MBA Programs
With a GDP of $304 billion, the Atlanta metro boasts the eighth-largest GDP in the United States. The city features the country’s third-largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies, including Coca-Cola, The Home Depot, Delta Air Lines, AT&T Mobility, Chick-fil-A, UPS and Newell-Rubbermaid, as well as more than 1,250 multinational corporations. Continue reading…
Dual MBAs You Need To Know At The Paul Merage School of Business, UC Irvine
If you are thinking about pursuing an MBA or any advanced business degree, you likely have a good idea about how and why you want to further your education. If that’s the case, you’re not alone—a 2016 GMAC survey found that 71 percent of prospective MBA students already have a single industry in mind for postgraduate employment; even before applying. Yet thanks to the broad base of knowledge an MBA degree provides, just what that industry is and each desired career path can vary wildly between individuals. And sometimes, careers move in unpredictable paths. To be ready for the varying trajectories that may pass, dual MBAs may cover your bases.
Oxford Saïd MBA Students Rethink Retirement To Win GOTO Summit
What does the future of work look like and how can we adapt? That’s the question that MBA students at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School set out to tackle. As part of the Global Opportunities and Threats: Oxford (GOTO) summit, six MBA teams presented their plans on how to rethink retirement to a group of judges for a chance to win £2,500. Continue reading…
Admissions Tip: Welcome Weekends
It’s April, which means that the majority of leading programs will be hosting business school welcome weekends for those candidates that they have admitted during their first two admissions rounds. These “sell” weekends are very important for the schools as part of their push to encourage those that they have admitted to enroll. They know that many of their admitted students have options to go elsewhere, or are now considering the financial aspects of the program and concerned as to whether it is an economically viable option.
If you were fortunate enough to gain admissions to an elite MBA program, this post is for you. We explain the importance of attending welcome weekends and what you should want to learn.
Big Data and Business: An MBA vs. Masters in Business Analytics
2016 was the “Year of the Data Analyst.” According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for various data analyst positions is growing far faster than average—around 27 percent annually. In fact, 85 percent of Fortune 500 companies have either launched big data projects or are planning to do so.
Big data, which refers to the practice of analyzing extremely large data sets to reveal trends and patterns, is reshaping the business world—and it’s here to stay. Companies like Google and Amazon have dedicated significant resources to big data, and a report by PWC estimates that the big data market for financial services is expected to increase to $53.4 billion in 2017.
As for the job market for data analysts, the McKinsey Global Institute estimates that by 2018, the U.S. could face a shortage of 140,000 to 190,000 workers with “deep analytical skills,” and 1.5 million managers and analyst with the necessary “know-how” to interpret and apply big data.
In sum, the increasing emphasis on big data in business translates to a growing need for workers who are able to analyze data and communicate the results effectively. Because employers want graduates who can do this work, many business schools are rethinking their curricula and integrating data science.
What Are The Best Philadelphia Executive MBA Programs?
The intoxicating allure of the Executive MBA promises better pay, enhanced skills and a shortcut on your up to the higher rungs of the corporate ladder. For those looking to make a career on the East coast, what are the best Philadelphia Executive MBA programs to look out for?
The Premiere San Francisco Accelerated MBA Programs
An MBA is a commitment in terms of money, energy and, yes, time. The time investment is perhaps the most intimidating, with the majority of MBA programs averaging two years. But earning an MBA doesn’t necessarily need to disrupt your life. There are a variety of phenomenal Accelerated MBA programs, wherein you can receive the same education without the daunting time commitment.
San Francisco Accelerated MBA Programs
Leavey School of Business—Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business has an Accelerated MBA option that allows students to earn their degree in less than two years. Leavey’s program holds classes on Thursday nights and all day Saturdays. The program provides a cohort experience, so students move through the core program together, though they can tailor electives to their interests and professional aspirations. Student’s must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in order to receive their degree. This is an intensive, 70-credit program that will take place over seven terms. The coursework includes 11 core classes and 23 units of electives. There are nine options for concentrations, including: Business Analystics, Digital Marketing and eCommerce, Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation, Financial Planning and Controllership, Finance, Business in the Global Context, Leading Innovative Organizations, Managing Customer Relationships in Business and Tech Markets and Supply Chain Management. Leavey students have access to a variety of student network events, career management seminars, career fairs, career counseling and prestigious academic awards.
F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business—Babson College
At Babson College’s F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, students can earn their MBA in just 12 months. Accelerated MBAs have access to all the same courses and learning opportunities as students in the standard full-time program. The standard full-time MBA is two year and requires 55 credits, whereas the accelerated program requires that students accrue just 40.5 credits to graduate. Students in this program complete 14 core course credits during the summer, and go on to complete 27 elective credits in the spring. Students tailor their electives to fit their career goals, and can earn a concentration in Entrepreneurship, Finance, Global Management, Business Analytics or Marketing. During the spring term, students are also expected to seize internship opportunities. Baboon also offers Signature Learning Experiences (SLE). These SLEs are unique courses and activities designed to expose students to the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurial decision-making.
Lucas Graduate School of Business—San Jose State University
San Jose State University’s Lucas School of Business provides a special accelerated MBA option for those who are new to the working world, and still determined to earn an MBA. This program may appeal to prospective students who have only recently realized their interest in furthering their business eduction, as Lucas’s program is open to students without an undergraduate degree in business.The Early Career MBA classes meet on the San Jose State University main campus during the evenings and on Saturdays. The program is structured in two month sessions (six to eight weeks per class). This track is specifically for students with zero to five years of work experience, and can be completed in 12 months. Applicants should have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher during their undergraduate educations. Students applying should have scores that are in at least the 50th percentile in both the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE. Students on this track take 11 core courses and four elective courses.
MBA Alumni Spotlight: Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg, Harvard MBA ‘95
Mark Zuckerberg may be the biggest and most recognizable person behind Facebook, but there’s a whole team of executives behind the scenes making sure that the social media giant is paying dividends to investors. One of these executives is Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook Chief Operations Officer (COO) and Harvard Business School alumni. According to her bio, Sheryl received a BA summa cum laude from Harvard University and an MBA with highest distinction from HBS. Continue reading…
University of San Diego Names New Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
On April 11, 2017, the University of San Diego appointed Gail F. Baker, Ph.D. the new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. With more than 30 years of higher education experience, Dr. Baker is a distinguished leader. She comes to USD from the University of Nebraska Omaha where she currently serves as Dean of the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) and Executive Associate to the Chancellor. Dr. Baker will officially begin her role as Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at USD in July. Continue reading…
Washington DC International/Global Business MBA Programs
There’s no doubt that the world has grown smaller as it’s become increasingly easier to connect and travel across vast distances. And that shrinking of the world stage has been nowhere more evident than in business. Today, it’s nearly impossible to imagine working in an industry that doesn’t have global implications. And that’s why many business schools have stepped up to the plate to start offering global business MBA programs. Continue reading…
Lehigh Panel Surveys Future of Commercial Real Estate Industry
In late March, around 100 Lehigh College of Business and Economics students convened for a speaker series hosted by several esteemed Lehigh alumni, bringing together senior real estate executives and their children to unpack new developments in the commercial real estate industry.
Sloan Develops Algorithm To Spot Likely ISIS Members on Twitter
MIT Sloan recently looked into how a Ph.D. candidate and 15-year Army veteran Christopher Marks, along with KDD Career Development Professor in Communications and Technology Tauhid Zaman, built a machine-learning model that identifies likely Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) members on Twitter.
