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Fox School of Business Entrepreneurs Embody Life/Work Balance
Temple University’s Fox School of Business continues to earn high rankings for its entrepreneurship curriculum—and living proof is a group of former and current Fox School students.
Their live/work space on North Philadelphia’s Temple campus has been informally dubbed “The House of Entrepreneurs.”
Rutgers Sets Up Mentoring Program in Vietnam
Rutgers Business School recently published an article by Susan Todd about Assistant Dean Sangeeta Rao’s June visit to the Ho Chi Minh National Academy in Hanoi, Vietnam, where she ran an intensive three-day training program on mentoring.
Top MBA Recruiters: Procter and Gamble
When it comes to consumer goods, there aren’t too many companies bigger than Procter and Gamble (P&G). Founded by two Brits—William Procter and James Gamble—in 1837, P&G’s products include cleaning agents and personal care products, such as Pampers, Tide, Gillette, Old Spice, Oral-B, Head & Shoulders, Olay, Wella and Pantene. At one point, the company’s products included foods and beverages as well, such as Pringles. The company’s headquarters are in Cincinnati, OH. Continue reading…
New York City MBA Programs Without GRE or GMAT Requirements
It’s not a coincidence that many MBA programs offer flexible options for earning your degree: Such degree programs understand that most business students are already working professionals with busy schedules. Nonetheless, submission of GMAT/GRE scores is frequently a requirement to apply for an MBA program. Continue reading…
Cameron School Appoints Leader for New Entrepreneurship Center in Houston
Dr. Martin Lindenberg, skilled entrepreneur and consultant, has been appointed by the University of St. Thomas – Cameron School of Business to lead the McNair Center for Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship.
Terry College Graduates Employed at Record High Rates
The University of Georgia – Terry College of Business has achieved a record high placement rate for post-graduate employment this year, according to a survey of Class of 2016 graduates.
Why the MBA Generalist Beats the Specialized MBA
Heading to business school brings up a lot of questions, including the biggest one, “What type of graduate degree should I earn?” Should you go back to school for two years to earn a generic MBA, or should you pursue a specialized MBA or a Master’s in Finance? Continue reading…
Best MBA Internships in Atlanta
Home to peach trees as far as the eye can see, ATliens who often hide in plain sight, an international airport that boasts the world’s busiest passenger traffic, and a thriving entertainment mecca Black Filmmaker Foundation President Warrington Hudlin compared to a “black Hollywood” in a recent New York Times article, Hotlanta’s cultural and industrial narrative is rapidly changing from the simpler days as fizzy Coca-Cola country. Continue reading…
The Global Financial Crisis and Its Aftermath: Quinlan Professor Pens Book About 2008 Global Financial Crisis
According to a new book co-edited by Quinlan School of Business Professor A. G. (Tassos) Malliaris, the instability of the human mind led to the formation and sheer magnitude of the 2008 global financial crisis. This hypothesis is explored and tested in The Global Financial Crisis and Its Aftermath: Hidden Factors in the Meltdown. The book focuses on the three factors that intensified the meltdown—economic, psychological and social values—and features chapters written by Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen, behavioral finance pioneer Hersh Shefrin and New York Times best-selling author Nassim Taleb.
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Hot MBA Jobs: Non-Profit Manager
Sure, it’s fair to say that the finance and consulting industries are the most popular for business school grads. In fact, these two industries lead the top-10 industry preferences for recently graduated MBAs. But what about non-profits and social enterprises—where do they rank? While some assume that an MBA and working for a non-profit do not go hand in hand, that’s not the case. An MBA can be your ticket to the position of non-profit manager if you play your cards right. Continue reading…
Top MBA Recruiters: Deloitte
If there’s one thing that every MBA grad has in common, it’s the desire for a great job after graduation. While that concept is different in execution for each individual, there’s no doubt that Deloitte would top the list. It was just named by LinkedIn as the 13th most sought after company to work for. Continue reading…
Alumni Spotlight: Dan Schulman (NYU Stern)
One of the most accomplished alumni to set foot into the NYU Stern School of Business is Dan Schulman. Schulman has worked as a prominent business leader for around 20 years, most recently being named as CEO of PayPal in 2014. Continue reading…
Hot MBA Jobs: Benefits and Compensation Manager
In order for a business to succeed, the hiring and retaining of a talented workforce is essential. Few positions are as integral to a company’s overall health as benefits and compensation manager. For those looking to enter the field, earning an advanced degree can provide a competitive edge and the must-have skills necessary for success. Continue reading…
Why Experiential Learning is Vital to the MBA
Experience is the best teacher. In fact, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, people learn about 70% of their jobs informally through experience, 20% through relationships, and 10% through formal training methods. Unfortunately, a 2012 Chief Learning Officer Business Intelligence Board survey found that there’s a huge gap between how people learn and how they’re taught. It reported that more than 80% of learning continues to be instructor-led, a far cry from the recommended 10%. Continue reading…
Best MBA Internships in Toronto
As one of the major financial centers in North America and home to Canada’s stock exchange, there is no shortage of MBA internships in Toronto. Continue reading…
George Washington School of Business Alumni Profiled in Article
A recent article on BusinessBecause.com highlights the career and accomplishments of George Washington School of Business MBA graduate Mariane Maier Nunes. The piece features her as the CEO of ICOM, a community foundation that hopes to drive social innovation in her native country of Brazil.
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Quinlan Professors Co-Edits Book About 2008 Global Financial Crisis
A new book co-edited by Quinlan professor A. G. (Tassos) Malliaris, and published by Oxford University Press examines how the instability of the human mind led to the formation and sheer magnitude of the 2008 global financial crisis. The book, “The Global Financial Crisis and Its Aftermath: Hidden Factors in the Meltdown“, focuses on the economic, psychological, and social factors that intensified the meltdown through 21 chapters written by leading thinkers in the business world. Continue reading…
New Court Decision Allows MBA Tax Deductions
Thanks to a recent court decision in the case of Kopaigora VS Commissioner of Internal Revenue, students enrolled in an MBA program—particularly an Executive MBA—can now deduct more education expenses from their taxes. While the case can’t be appealed or formerly cited as precedent, there’s no doubt that the outcome will be influential for the IRS and MBA students all over the U.S. Continue reading…
